Cisneros
Founded in 1929 by Diego Cisneros, Cisneros is a privately held company with over 90 years’ experience operating businesses globally. Adriana Cisneros was appointed as Cisneros’ CEO in 2013, and under her leadership, the company was restructured into four business units: Media, Interactive, Real Estate, and Social Leadership. The company focuses on digital advertising, media & entertainment, real estate, social leadership, entrepreneurship, and new technologies.
Cisneros Digital
Cisneros Digital focuses on providing innovative digital advertising products and services to the leading digital platforms in Latin America.
Cisneros Media
Cisneros Media is a story developer and premium content producer of a range of genres, from live-action to animation.
Cisneros Real Estate
Cisneros Real Estate develops strategic, innovative and responsible real estate and tourism projects.
AST SpaceMobile
AST & Science, our latest investment, is building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones.
SOCIAL IMPACT
For over 90 years, Cisneros' commitment to sustainable development and equitable access to opportunities has translated into social impact initiatives that are integrated into our business objectives and strategies.
1929
Diego Cisneros establishes D. Cisneros & Cia., a small material-transport business.
1940
D. Cisneros & Cia. obtains the exclusive right to market and sell Pepsi-Cola products in Venezuela.
1975
Cisneros acquires CADA Automercado, Venezuela’s first supermarket chain, establishing 93 supermarket...
1982
Cisneros acquires All-American Bottling, one the largest soft-drink bottling companies in the United...
1992
Jerry Perenchio, Emilio Azcarraga Jean, and Gustavo Cisneros launch Univision, the first Spanish-lan...
1995
Cisneros and Hughes Electronics Corporation launch DIRECTV Latin America, the first all-digital dire...
1998
Launch of a joint venture with America Online, Inc. to bring AOL’s popular Internet service to Latin...
2007
Cisneros and partners, Jerry Perenchio and Emilio Azcarraga Jean, sell their U.S. Spanish-language T...
2012
Redmas merges with Adsmovil, the leading mobile advertising network in Latin America. Latcel merges...
2015
Cisneros Media Distribution Launches MOBIUS.LAB Productions, a Content Development Platform Empowere...
2018
Cisneros Interactive expands partnerships with Facebook by launching 6 new markets: Puerto Rico, Dom...
2018
AST SpaceMobile - the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by stan...
2020
Joint venture with Entravision, a global media, marketing and technology company that reaches and en...
2021
AST SpaceMobile lists on the NASDAQ (ASTS)
2021
Cisneros Media launches new over-the-air channel “Novelisima” under a distribution agreement with HC...
1929
Diego Cisneros establishes D. Cisneros & Cia., a small material-transport business.
1940
D. Cisneros & Cia. obtains the exclusive right to market and sell Pepsi-Cola products in Venezuela.
1975
Cisneros acquires CADA Automercado, Venezuela’s first supermarket chain, establishing 93 supermarket...
1982
Cisneros acquires All-American Bottling, one the largest soft-drink bottling companies in the United...
1992
Jerry Perenchio, Emilio Azcarraga Jean, and Gustavo Cisneros launch Univision, the first Spanish-lan...
1995
Cisneros and Hughes Electronics Corporation launch DIRECTV Latin America, the first all-digital dire...
1998
Launch of a joint venture with America Online, Inc. to bring AOL’s popular Internet service to Latin...
2007
Cisneros and partners, Jerry Perenchio and Emilio Azcarraga Jean, sell their U.S. Spanish-language T...
2012
Redmas merges with Adsmovil, the leading mobile advertising network in Latin America. Latcel merges...
2015
Cisneros Media Distribution Launches MOBIUS.LAB Productions, a Content Development Platform Empowere...
2018
Cisneros Interactive expands partnerships with Facebook by launching 6 new markets: Puerto Rico, Dom...
2018
AST SpaceMobile - the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by stan...
2020
Joint venture with Entravision, a global media, marketing and technology company that reaches and en...
2021
AST SpaceMobile lists on the NASDAQ (ASTS)
2021
Cisneros Media launches new over-the-air channel “Novelisima” under a distribution agreement with HC...
Our History
- 1929
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Jan
Diego Cisneros establishes D. Cisneros & Cia., a small material-transport business.
Diego Cisneros establishes D. Cisneros & Cia., a small material-transport business. - 1939
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Jan
D. Cisneros & Cia. acquires the franchise rights to the Norge & Hamilton brands and REO Trucks.
D. Cisneros & Cia. acquires the franchise rights to the Norge & Hamilton brands and REO Trucks. - 1940
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Jan
D. Cisneros & Cia. obtains the exclusive right to market and sell Pepsi-Cola products in Venezuela.
D. Cisneros & Cia. obtains the exclusive right to market and sell Pepsi-Cola products in Venezuela. - 1944
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Jan
D. Cisneros & Cia. opens Liquid Carbonic to produce carbon dioxide and related products.
D. Cisneros & Cia. opens Liquid Carbonic to produce carbon dioxide and related products. - 1947
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Jan
D. Cisneros & Cia. obtains the right to represent Studebaker automobiles in Venezuela.
D. Cisneros & Cia. obtains the right to represent Studebaker automobiles in Venezuela. - 1952
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Jan
Helados Club Ice Cream Company, later known as Helados Tío Rico, S.A., is established.
Helados Club Ice Cream Company, later known as Helados Tío Rico, S.A., is established. - 1953
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Jan
Cisneros develops its first corporate strategic plan integrating the firm’s commercial and industrial activities.
Cisneros develops its first corporate strategic plan integrating the firm’s commercial and industrial activities. - 1961
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Feb
Diego Cisneros launches Venevision, which soon becomes the most popular private television channel in Venezuela.
Diego Cisneros launches Venevision, which soon becomes the most popular private television channel in Venezuela. -
Feb
Venevision launches its first television broadcast. Today, Venevision is the largest South American Spanish TV-content producer and one of the largest content producers in the world. Venevision ranks among the three largest producers of soap operas and Latin American drama series worldwide.
Venevision launches its first television broadcast. Today, Venevision is the largest South American Spanish TV-content producer and one of the largest content producers in the world. Venevision ranks among the three largest producers of soap operas and Latin American drama series worldwide. - 1968
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Jan
The Diego Cisneros Foundation is created to support democratic values, stimulate growth in the private sector, and promote free market values.
The Diego Cisneros Foundation is created to support democratic values, stimulate growth in the private sector, and promote free market values. - 1970
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Jan
Establishment of Gaveplast, a leading South American producer of plastic crates and cases, specializing in retail cases for the beer and carbonated soft drink industries.
Establishment of Gaveplast, a leading South American producer of plastic crates and cases, specializing in retail cases for the beer and carbonated soft drink industries. -
Feb
Ricardo Cisneros becomes Chief Operating Officer of Cisneros.
Ricardo Cisneros becomes Chief Operating Officer of Cisneros. -
Mar
Gustavo Cisneros becomes Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cisneros.
Gustavo Cisneros becomes Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cisneros. -
Apr
Patricia Phelps de Cisneros and Gustavo Cisneros establish Fundación Cisneros, a private nonprofit organization devoted to improving education throughout Latin American and fostering global awareness of the region’s contributions to world culture.
Patricia Phelps de Cisneros and Gustavo Cisneros establish Fundación Cisneros, a private nonprofit organization devoted to improving education throughout Latin American and fostering global awareness of the region’s contributions to world culture. - 1974
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Jan
O’Caña Distributors, an imported liquor distribution company, begins operations.
O’Caña Distributors, an imported liquor distribution company, begins operations. -
Feb
RadioVision begins operations as Venezuela’s first national radio network.
RadioVision begins operations as Venezuela’s first national radio network. - 1975
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Jan
Cisneros acquires CADA Automercado, Venezuela’s first supermarket chain, establishing 93 supermarkets throughout the country.
Cisneros acquires CADA Automercado, Venezuela’s first supermarket chain, establishing 93 supermarkets throughout the country. - 1976
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Jan
Laboratorios Fisa begin production and distribution of beauty products, including the Helene Curtis brand.
Laboratorios Fisa begin production and distribution of beauty products, including the Helene Curtis brand. - 1980
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Jan
Cisneros opens Latin America's largest consumer products warehouse and distribution center, located in Cagua, Venezuela.
Cisneros opens Latin America's largest consumer products warehouse and distribution center, located in Cagua, Venezuela. -
Feb
The Rodven Group of Companies is formed to manufacture records, audio cassettes and video cassettes.
The Rodven Group of Companies is formed to manufacture records, audio cassettes and video cassettes. -
Mar
Cisneros obtains exclusive rights to operate Burger King chains in Venezuela.
Cisneros obtains exclusive rights to operate Burger King chains in Venezuela. - 1981
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Jan
Cisneros acquires the rights to the Miss Venezuela beauty pageant, one of the world's most popular beauty events.
Cisneros acquires the rights to the Miss Venezuela beauty pageant, one of the world's most popular beauty events. - 1982
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Jan
Commerce Union Bank joins Cisneros.
Commerce Union Bank joins Cisneros. -
Feb
Cisneros acquires All-American Bottling, one the largest soft-drink bottling companies in the United States.
Cisneros acquires All-American Bottling, one the largest soft-drink bottling companies in the United States. -
Mar
Cisneros obtains the license for the French’s and Cherry Blossom brands.
Cisneros obtains the license for the French’s and Cherry Blossom brands. -
Apr
Televisión Latina begins distribution of Venevision’s productions to the U.S. Hispanic market.
Televisión Latina begins distribution of Venevision’s productions to the U.S. Hispanic market. -
May
Proyectos Pet, C.A. becomes the principal bottle supplier for Hit and Pepsi-Cola beverages.
Proyectos Pet, C.A. becomes the principal bottle supplier for Hit and Pepsi-Cola beverages. - 1983
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Jan
Cisneros acquires franchise rights of Pizza Hut in Venezuela from Pepsico Food Services International.
Cisneros acquires franchise rights of Pizza Hut in Venezuela from Pepsico Food Services International. -
Feb
Sears Roebuck department stores in Venezuela are renamed Maxy’s, the country’s largest retail chain store, owned by Cisneros.
Sears Roebuck department stores in Venezuela are renamed Maxy’s, the country’s largest retail chain store, owned by Cisneros. -
Mar
Cisneros obtains exclusive distribution rights in Venezuela for Digital Equipment Corporation.
Cisneros obtains exclusive distribution rights in Venezuela for Digital Equipment Corporation. - 1984
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Jan
Cisneros acquires Spalding, one of the world’s oldest, largest, and most well-known sporting goods companies.
Cisneros acquires Spalding, one of the world’s oldest, largest, and most well-known sporting goods companies. -
Feb
Cisneros acquires Evenflo, a worldwide leader in the development of innovative infant equipment, baby care, and children’s products.
Cisneros acquires Evenflo, a worldwide leader in the development of innovative infant equipment, baby care, and children’s products. -
Mar
Cisneros acquires Galerías Preciados, Spain’s largest department store chain.
Cisneros acquires Galerías Preciados, Spain’s largest department store chain. -
Apr
Cisneros obtains exclusive rights to represent Apple Computer products in Venezuela.
Cisneros obtains exclusive rights to represent Apple Computer products in Venezuela. - 1985
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Jan
Cisneros acquires Cinemakit, a Venezuelan video and film production company.
Cisneros acquires Cinemakit, a Venezuelan video and film production company. - 1986
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Jan
Cisneros acquires Yukery Venezolana de Alimentos, a leading producer and distributor of fruit juices, ketchup, chocolate, baby food, and pasteurized milk.
Cisneros acquires Yukery Venezolana de Alimentos, a leading producer and distributor of fruit juices, ketchup, chocolate, baby food, and pasteurized milk. -
Feb
The Minalba and San Bernardo mineral water brands are added to Cisneros portfolio of consumer products.
The Minalba and San Bernardo mineral water brands are added to Cisneros portfolio of consumer products. - 1988
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Jan
Launch of Paternoster Square in London, a large-scale office and retail complex development managed in partnership with Park Tower Realty, Greycoat and Mitsubishi Estates.
Launch of Paternoster Square in London, a large-scale office and retail complex development managed in partnership with Park Tower Realty, Greycoat and Mitsubishi Estates. -
Feb
Cisneros acquires Videomovil Color, C.A., an audiovisual production company.
Cisneros acquires Videomovil Color, C.A., an audiovisual production company. -
Mar
Cisneros creates a mining development division to begin work on Venezuela’s primary aluminum smelting plant, Aluyana, C.A.
Cisneros creates a mining development division to begin work on Venezuela’s primary aluminum smelting plant, Aluyana, C.A. - 1992
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Jan
Jerry Perenchio, Emilio Azcarraga Jean, and Gustavo Cisneros launch Univision, the first Spanish-language media company in the United States.
Jerry Perenchio, Emilio Azcarraga Jean, and Gustavo Cisneros launch Univision, the first Spanish-language media company in the United States. -
Feb
Cisneros acquires Cervecería Regional, the second-largest brewery and beer distributor in Venezuela.
Cisneros acquires Cervecería Regional, the second-largest brewery and beer distributor in Venezuela. -
Mar
Cisneros acquires Chilevision, a leading private television network in Chile.
Cisneros acquires Chilevision, a leading private television network in Chile. - 1993
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Jan
Launch of Americatel, a digital communication trunk service in Venezuela.
Launch of Americatel, a digital communication trunk service in Venezuela. -
Feb
Cisneros acquires Pueblo Xtra International, a supermarket chain with 52 stores in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and South Florida.
Cisneros acquires Pueblo Xtra International, a supermarket chain with 52 stores in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and South Florida. - 1994
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Jan
Cisneros acquires Caribbean Communications Network Ltd., a leading communications and media company based in Trinidad and Tobago.
Cisneros acquires Caribbean Communications Network Ltd., a leading communications and media company based in Trinidad and Tobago. - 1995
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Jan
Cisneros and Hughes Electronics Corporation launch DIRECTV Latin America, the first all-digital direct-to-home satellite television service in Latin America.
Cisneros and Hughes Electronics Corporation launch DIRECTV Latin America, the first all-digital direct-to-home satellite television service in Latin America. - 1996
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Jan
Launch of Cl@se, the first educational television channel across Latin America.
Launch of Cl@se, the first educational television channel across Latin America. -
Feb
Cisneros Television is formed to create pay-television channels for international distribution.
Cisneros Television is formed to create pay-television channels for international distribution. - 1997
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Jan
Cisneros acquires Caracol, a leading broadcast television network and leading producer of television content in Colombia.
Cisneros acquires Caracol, a leading broadcast television network and leading producer of television content in Colombia. -
Feb
Cisneros and Hicks, Muse, Tate & Furst, Inc. team up to create Ibero-American Media Partners, an investment fund to develop and acquire media properties.
Cisneros and Hicks, Muse, Tate & Furst, Inc. team up to create Ibero-American Media Partners, an investment fund to develop and acquire media properties. -
Mar
Cisneros Television acquires Imagen Satelital, a group of leading pay-television channels in Argentina.
Cisneros Television acquires Imagen Satelital, a group of leading pay-television channels in Argentina. - 1998
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Jan
Ibero-American Radio Chile is formed to acquire, consolidate, and operate the leading radio stations in Chile.
Ibero-American Radio Chile is formed to acquire, consolidate, and operate the leading radio stations in Chile. -
Feb
Cisneros Television forms a strategic alliance with Playboy Enterprises, Inc. to create Playboy TV International.
Cisneros Television forms a strategic alliance with Playboy Enterprises, Inc. to create Playboy TV International. -
Mar
MuchMusic Argentina, the leading music television channel in Argentina and the Southern Cone, joins Cisneros Television.
MuchMusic Argentina, the leading music television channel in Argentina and the Southern Cone, joins Cisneros Television. -
Apr
Launch of a joint venture with America Online, Inc. to bring AOL’s popular Internet service to Latin American consumers.
Launch of a joint venture with America Online, Inc. to bring AOL’s popular Internet service to Latin American consumers. -
Oct
Fundación Cisneros launches Actualización de Maestros en Educación (AME), the first professional development program for teachers in Latin America via satellite television and internet.
Fundación Cisneros launches Actualización de Maestros en Educación (AME), the first professional development program for teachers in Latin America via satellite television and internet. - 2000
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Jan
Establishment of Eccelera Holdings, a Brazilian-based investment company that capitalizes on opportunities in telecommunications, media, and technology.
Establishment of Eccelera Holdings, a Brazilian-based investment company that capitalizes on opportunities in telecommunications, media, and technology. -
Feb
Launch of Venevision Continental, a pay-television network targeting the Spanish-speaking population around the world.
Launch of Venevision Continental, a pay-television network targeting the Spanish-speaking population around the world. - 2001
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Jan
Venevision International Theater produces Spanish-language plays in Miami and distributes in other markets such as New York, Fort Lauderdale, and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Venevision International Theater produces Spanish-language plays in Miami and distributes in other markets such as New York, Fort Lauderdale, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. -
Feb
Claxson Interactive Group Inc., a multimedia provider of branded entertainment content to Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking audiences worldwide, is created via a merger of Cisneros Television, Ibero-American Media Partners, and El Sitio.
Claxson Interactive Group Inc., a multimedia provider of branded entertainment content to Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking audiences worldwide, is created via a merger of Cisneros Television, Ibero-American Media Partners, and El Sitio. -
Mar
Cisneros acquires Los Leones del Caracas, one of the most successful baseball franchises in Venezuela.
Cisneros acquires Los Leones del Caracas, one of the most successful baseball franchises in Venezuela. - 2002
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Jan
Cisneros acquires 20% stake in Backus and Johnston, the largest brewery in Peru and the sixth largest brewery in Latin America.
Cisneros acquires 20% stake in Backus and Johnston, the largest brewery in Peru and the sixth largest brewery in Latin America. -
Feb
Univision announces acquisition of Hispanic Broadcasting Corporation, the largest Spanish-language radio broadcasting company in the U.S., and launches Univision Radio.
Univision announces acquisition of Hispanic Broadcasting Corporation, the largest Spanish-language radio broadcasting company in the U.S., and launches Univision Radio. - 2003
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Jan
Venevision International launches VeneMusic, an international music label promoting popular Latin music genres.
Venevision International launches VeneMusic, an international music label promoting popular Latin music genres. - 2004
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Jan
Latcel, a joint venture between Venevision International and WAU Móvil, is created to provide wireless content services targeting the U.S. Hispanic market.
Latcel, a joint venture between Venevision International and WAU Móvil, is created to provide wireless content services targeting the U.S. Hispanic market. -
Feb
Founding of Venevision Studios, a 115,000-sq. ft. fully equipped state-of-the-art production facility in Miami. These studios were created to serve television producers whose programming caters to U.S. Hispanic and Latin American audiences, create 1,500 hours of programming each year.
Founding of Venevision Studios, a 115,000-sq. ft. fully equipped state-of-the-art production facility in Miami. These studios were created to serve television producers whose programming caters to U.S. Hispanic and Latin American audiences, create 1,500 hours of programming each year. - 2006
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Jan
Launch of Movida, the first mobile virtual network operator specifically targeting the more than 40 million Hispanics living in the United States.
Launch of Movida, the first mobile virtual network operator specifically targeting the more than 40 million Hispanics living in the United States. -
Jan
Venevision International launches VeneMovies, the first full-featured Spanish-language film channel in the U.S.
Venevision International launches VeneMovies, the first full-featured Spanish-language film channel in the U.S. -
Feb
Cl@se, the first education television channel in Latin America, signs an agreement with Mexico’s Latin American Institute for Educational Communication to promote and develop educational television in Latin America.
Cl@se, the first education television channel in Latin America, signs an agreement with Mexico’s Latin American Institute for Educational Communication to promote and develop educational television in Latin America. -
Mar
Siente Music was created, a joint venture between Venevision International and Universal Music Latino, the award-winning Latin music division of Universal Music Group.
Siente Music was created, a joint venture between Venevision International and Universal Music Latino, the award-winning Latin music division of Universal Music Group. - 2007
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Jan
Cl@se, Cisneros educational channel, signs an agreement with Peru's Ministry of Education, providing teachers and children throughout Peru with free access to educational TV.
Cl@se, Cisneros educational channel, signs an agreement with Peru's Ministry of Education, providing teachers and children throughout Peru with free access to educational TV. -
Mar
Venevision Plus, a Spanish-language pay-TV channel, begins a 24/7 worldwide broadcast of the best programing from Latin America and the United States, as well as films from renowned movie studios.
Venevision Plus, a Spanish-language pay-TV channel, begins a 24/7 worldwide broadcast of the best programing from Latin America and the United States, as well as films from renowned movie studios. -
Mar
Cisneros and partners, Jerry Perenchio and Emilio Azcarraga Jean, sell their U.S. Spanish-language TV network, Univision, to a private equity consortium for $13.7 billion.
Cisneros and partners, Jerry Perenchio and Emilio Azcarraga Jean, sell their U.S. Spanish-language TV network, Univision, to a private equity consortium for $13.7 billion. -
Apr
Venemobile is created to produce and distribute mobile games and applications based on Cisneros's television programs, film clips, images, sound, and music, for the U.S. Hispanic market.
Venemobile is created to produce and distribute mobile games and applications based on Cisneros's television programs, film clips, images, sound, and music, for the U.S. Hispanic market. - 2008
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Jan
Fundación Cisneros and Barrick Gold Corporation announce a collaborative agreement to improve education in Latin America by expanding the reach of the AME (Actualización de Maestros en Education) program.
Fundación Cisneros and Barrick Gold Corporation announce a collaborative agreement to improve education in Latin America by expanding the reach of the AME (Actualización de Maestros en Education) program. -
Feb
Cl@se, Cisneros educational channel, signs an agreement with the Ministry of Education of Costa Rica and Cable Tica to distribute educational content via TV.
Cl@se, Cisneros educational channel, signs an agreement with the Ministry of Education of Costa Rica and Cable Tica to distribute educational content via TV. -
Mar
Dayana Mendoza, Miss Venezuela 2007, wins the Miss Universe 2008 title.
Dayana Mendoza, Miss Venezuela 2007, wins the Miss Universe 2008 title. -
Apr
Cisneros and China Central Television (CCTV) sign an agreement to distribute programming from the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.
Cisneros and China Central Television (CCTV) sign an agreement to distribute programming from the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. -
Aug
Fundación Tropicalia is established to develop and implement community programs in Miches, Dominican Republic in four areas: education, environment, productivity and culture/wellbeing.
Fundación Tropicalia is established to develop and implement community programs in Miches, Dominican Republic in four areas: education, environment, productivity and culture/wellbeing. -
Nov
Cisneros Television Group and ILCE reach agreement for cl@se’s distribution to 30,000 schools in Mexico.
Cisneros Television Group and ILCE reach agreement for cl@se’s distribution to 30,000 schools in Mexico. - 2009
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Jan
Gustavo Cisneros announces the launch of Tropicalia, an environmentally and socially responsible tourism development in the Dominican Republic. Tropicalia is destined to become one of the most exclusive luxury travel destinations in the Caribbean.
Gustavo Cisneros announces the launch of Tropicalia, an environmentally and socially responsible tourism development in the Dominican Republic. Tropicalia is destined to become one of the most exclusive luxury travel destinations in the Caribbean. -
Feb
Stefania Fernandez, Miss Venezuela 2008, wins Miss Universe 2009, making Venezuela the first country to win two consecutive titles, as Dayana Mendoza also won Miss Universe in 2008.
Stefania Fernandez, Miss Venezuela 2008, wins Miss Universe 2009, making Venezuela the first country to win two consecutive titles, as Dayana Mendoza also won Miss Universe in 2008. -
Mar
Venevision International launches its entertainment portal, Novulu.
Venevision International launches its entertainment portal, Novulu. -
Apr
Fundación Cisneros, Wind Telecom and the Ministry of Education join efforts to make cl@se available to schools in the Dominican Republic.
Fundación Cisneros, Wind Telecom and the Ministry of Education join efforts to make cl@se available to schools in the Dominican Republic. -
Jul
The Cisneros Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Unit is established to develop strategies, secure partnerships and oversee the implementation of CSR initiatives.
The Cisneros Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Unit is established to develop strategies, secure partnerships and oversee the implementation of CSR initiatives. - 2010
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Jan
Venevision Plus Dominicana begins broadcasting in the Dominican Republic.
Venevision Plus Dominicana begins broadcasting in the Dominican Republic. -
Feb
Los Leones del Caracas, owned by Cisneros, wins the 2009-2010 Venezuelan Professional Baseball League championship.
Los Leones del Caracas, owned by Cisneros, wins the 2009-2010 Venezuelan Professional Baseball League championship. -
Jun
Fundación Tropicalia and Fundación Cisneros sign an agreement with the Ministry of Education to improve the quality of education in Dominican Republic.
Fundación Tropicalia and Fundación Cisneros sign an agreement with the Ministry of Education to improve the quality of education in Dominican Republic. - 2011
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Jan
Venevision, the leading producer of TV content for Spanish-speaking audiences in Latin America and worldwide, and the first private TV station in Venezuela, celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Venevision, the leading producer of TV content for Spanish-speaking audiences in Latin America and worldwide, and the first private TV station in Venezuela, celebrates its 50th anniversary. -
Feb
Cisneros launches RedMas, an advertising network and mobile ad studio targeting the Hispanic market. “Red” is the Spanish word for network and “Mas” is the acronym for mobile advertising studio.
Cisneros launches RedMas, an advertising network and mobile ad studio targeting the Hispanic market. “Red” is the Spanish word for network and “Mas” is the acronym for mobile advertising studio. -
Mar
Ivian Sarcos, Miss Venezuela 2010, is crowned Miss World 2011 in London.
Ivian Sarcos, Miss Venezuela 2010, is crowned Miss World 2011 in London. -
Apr
Cisneros Interactive is formed to oversee all digital businesses for the Cisneros Group, including Latcel, which is transformed from a mobile content provider to a mobile advertising network targeting the US Hispanic market. Victor Kong is named Chief Digital Officer and heads this division.
Cisneros Interactive is formed to oversee all digital businesses for the Cisneros Group, including Latcel, which is transformed from a mobile content provider to a mobile advertising network targeting the US Hispanic market. Victor Kong is named Chief Digital Officer and heads this division. - 2012
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Jan
Venevision Productions' dramatic series, “Eva Luna,” becomes the highest-rated soap opera (telenovela) in the United States for Spanish-speaking audiences.
Venevision Productions' dramatic series, “Eva Luna,” becomes the highest-rated soap opera (telenovela) in the United States for Spanish-speaking audiences. -
Apr
Cisneros and China’s CCTV sign an agreement at NATPE to exchange documentaries with one another.
Cisneros and China’s CCTV sign an agreement at NATPE to exchange documentaries with one another. -
May
Venevision International signs a deal with Zhejiang Huace Film & TV Co. to co-produce a telenovela in China.
Venevision International signs a deal with Zhejiang Huace Film & TV Co. to co-produce a telenovela in China. -
Jun
Redmas merges with Adsmovil, the leading mobile advertising network in Latin America. Latcel merges with Adsmovil, another mobile ad network company based in Bogota, to create the leading mobile advertising network in the US Hispanic market and Latin America. Alberto Pardo, founder of Adsmovil, becomes CEO of the merged company and the new company is named Adsmovil.
Redmas merges with Adsmovil, the leading mobile advertising network in Latin America. Latcel merges with Adsmovil, another mobile ad network company based in Bogota, to create the leading mobile advertising network in the US Hispanic market and Latin America. Alberto Pardo, founder of Adsmovil, becomes CEO of the merged company and the new company is named Adsmovil. -
Jun
VMAS TV pay-TV channel starts broadcasting in Colombia.
VMAS TV pay-TV channel starts broadcasting in Colombia. -
Jun
Fundación Tropicalia and United States Agency for International Development agree to execute a project that supports agricultural diversification and food security initiatives in Miches, Dominican Republic.
Fundación Tropicalia and United States Agency for International Development agree to execute a project that supports agricultural diversification and food security initiatives in Miches, Dominican Republic. -
Jun
Fundación Cisneros signs agreement with UNICEF to contribute to peace education and adolescent development in Venezuela through sports and art.
Fundación Cisneros signs agreement with UNICEF to contribute to peace education and adolescent development in Venezuela through sports and art. -
Jul
Cisneros Interactive acquires Kontextua -now RedMas-, a leading online advertising network focusing on display, in-text, and in-image ad formats serving all of Latin America and Spain.
Cisneros Interactive acquires Kontextua -now RedMas-, a leading online advertising network focusing on display, in-text, and in-image ad formats serving all of Latin America and Spain. -
Sep
RedMas becomes Yahoo!’s exclusive advertising representative in Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador and Dominican Republic.
RedMas becomes Yahoo!’s exclusive advertising representative in Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador and Dominican Republic. - 2013
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Jan
Victor Kong is designated President of Cisneros Interactive.
Victor Kong is designated President of Cisneros Interactive. -
Feb
Jonathan Blum is designated President of Cisneros Media.
Jonathan Blum is designated President of Cisneros Media. -
Feb
Cisneros Interactive and Open English create a new JV to launch Open English in the United States, targeting US Hispanics and Puerto Rico.
Cisneros Interactive and Open English create a new JV to launch Open English in the United States, targeting US Hispanics and Puerto Rico. -
Feb
Gustavo Cisneros, Chairman of Cisneros, appoints Adriana Cisneros CEO of the Group.
Gustavo Cisneros, Chairman of Cisneros, appoints Adriana Cisneros CEO of the Group. -
Mar
Cisneros establishes three business divisions: Cisneros Media, Cisneros Interactive and Cisneros Real Estate.
Cisneros establishes three business divisions: Cisneros Media, Cisneros Interactive and Cisneros Real Estate. -
Mar
Fundación Tropicalia and the Multilateral Investment Fund of the Inter-American Development Bank agree to execute a project that supports the inclusion of micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in the sustainable tourism supply chain.
Fundación Tropicalia and the Multilateral Investment Fund of the Inter-American Development Bank agree to execute a project that supports the inclusion of micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in the sustainable tourism supply chain. -
May
Adsmovil, announced a strategic partnership with Millennial Media, the leading independent mobile advertising and data platform to commercialize its advertising solutions in Latin America.
Adsmovil, announced a strategic partnership with Millennial Media, the leading independent mobile advertising and data platform to commercialize its advertising solutions in Latin America. -
Jun
Cisneros Interactive invests in Mobly, Brazil’s leading home furnishing web store and part of Rocket Internet’s corporate portfolio.
Cisneros Interactive invests in Mobly, Brazil’s leading home furnishing web store and part of Rocket Internet’s corporate portfolio. -
Jun
Patrick Freeman is appointed president of Cisneros Real Estate.
Patrick Freeman is appointed president of Cisneros Real Estate. -
Jul
Gabriela Isler, Miss Venezuela 2012, wins the Miss Universe 2013 title.
Gabriela Isler, Miss Venezuela 2012, wins the Miss Universe 2013 title. -
Jul
Cisneros Real Estate signs a Letter of Intent with Four Seasons for Tropicalia
Cisneros Real Estate signs a Letter of Intent with Four Seasons for Tropicalia -
Jul
Fundacion Tropicalia launches its first gender program, I’m a Girl, I’m Important, a camp where girls aged 9 to 12 learn about self-esteem, safety, and career and personal development.
Fundacion Tropicalia launches its first gender program, I’m a Girl, I’m Important, a camp where girls aged 9 to 12 learn about self-esteem, safety, and career and personal development. -
Nov
Cisneros Media signs a memorandum of understanding with UN Women to contribute to gender equality and the empowerment of women through content production.
Cisneros Media signs a memorandum of understanding with UN Women to contribute to gender equality and the empowerment of women through content production. - 2014
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Jan
Cisneros Media Re-Brands its Miami Based Productions Facilities under the name of Cisneros Studios.
Cisneros Media Re-Brands its Miami Based Productions Facilities under the name of Cisneros Studios. -
Feb
Cisneros Interactive and Demand Media forge advertising partnership for the exclusive representation for the branded digital advertising solutions available on eHow en Español, in key countries in Latin America.
Cisneros Interactive and Demand Media forge advertising partnership for the exclusive representation for the branded digital advertising solutions available on eHow en Español, in key countries in Latin America. -
Apr
Cisneros Media launches Cisneros Media Distribution, a global distributor of entertainment content.
Cisneros Media launches Cisneros Media Distribution, a global distributor of entertainment content. -
Sep
Cisneros Interactive invests in Coyote Media House, a leading production company specializing in creating short form digital video for brands. It’s a strategic investment intended to offer Cisneros Interactive’s clients Branded Entertainment and Content Marketing solutions.
Cisneros Interactive invests in Coyote Media House, a leading production company specializing in creating short form digital video for brands. It’s a strategic investment intended to offer Cisneros Interactive’s clients Branded Entertainment and Content Marketing solutions. -
Oct
Fundación Cisneros partners with Tu clase, tu país to develop a new platform and relaunch its teacher training program in Dominican Republic and Venezuela.
Fundación Cisneros partners with Tu clase, tu país to develop a new platform and relaunch its teacher training program in Dominican Republic and Venezuela. -
Nov
RedMas launches Audio.Ad, the first audio advertising network in Latin America and the US Hispanic market, to capitalize on the increasing use of audio streaming in the region. Gonzalo Alonso, based in Buenos Aires, becomes the General Manager.
RedMas launches Audio.Ad, the first audio advertising network in Latin America and the US Hispanic market, to capitalize on the increasing use of audio streaming in the region. Gonzalo Alonso, based in Buenos Aires, becomes the General Manager. -
Dec
After significantly growing the business in the United States, Cisneros Interactive sells its share in the Joint Venture back to Open English.
After significantly growing the business in the United States, Cisneros Interactive sells its share in the Joint Venture back to Open English. - 2015
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Jan
Cisneros Interactive exits its investment in Mobly after Mobly doubled its revenue since the investment.
Cisneros Interactive exits its investment in Mobly after Mobly doubled its revenue since the investment. -
Feb
Cisneros Interactive and Tail Target, the leading Data Management Platform in Brazil, launch a new JV to address the Spanish-speaking markets in Latin America and the United States. The first office to open is in Mexico City, and is headed by veteran digital ad executive, Federico Adlercreutz.
Cisneros Interactive and Tail Target, the leading Data Management Platform in Brazil, launch a new JV to address the Spanish-speaking markets in Latin America and the United States. The first office to open is in Mexico City, and is headed by veteran digital ad executive, Federico Adlercreutz. -
May
Cisneros Media signs an agreement with United Nations Population Fund to contribute to the prevention of teen pregnancy through awareness campaigns.
Cisneros Media signs an agreement with United Nations Population Fund to contribute to the prevention of teen pregnancy through awareness campaigns. -
Oct
RedMas launches Story.Ad, a native ad platform. Federico Pedemonte, based in RedMas’ Buenos Aires office becomes the General Manager.
RedMas launches Story.Ad, a native ad platform. Federico Pedemonte, based in RedMas’ Buenos Aires office becomes the General Manager. -
Oct
Audio.Ad,launches in Brazil, hiring Bruno Ruffo as Country Manager, quickly followed by Bruno Sato as Sales Director.
Audio.Ad,launches in Brazil, hiring Bruno Ruffo as Country Manager, quickly followed by Bruno Sato as Sales Director. -
Oct
Cisneros Media Distribution Launches MOBIUS.LAB Productions, a Content Development Platform Empowered by Getty Images Latin America
Cisneros Media Distribution Launches MOBIUS.LAB Productions, a Content Development Platform Empowered by Getty Images Latin America -
Nov
Cisneros Interactive invests in FLUVIP, Latin America’s leading influencer marketing company. Its 2.5M investment in the company will enable FLUVIP to consolidate its presence in Latin America and launch in the US Hispanic and Brazil markets.
Cisneros Interactive invests in FLUVIP, Latin America’s leading influencer marketing company. Its 2.5M investment in the company will enable FLUVIP to consolidate its presence in Latin America and launch in the US Hispanic and Brazil markets. - 2016
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Jan
Cisneros Media and leading entertainment and sports company Creative Artists Agency (CAA) signed a representation agreement. CAA will create opportunities for Cisneros Media to develop new English-language series and content for US television audiences, in addition to maximizing Cisneros Media vast catalogue of content, formats, and scripts across multiple platforms, including television, digital media, and live events.
Cisneros Media and leading entertainment and sports company Creative Artists Agency (CAA) signed a representation agreement. CAA will create opportunities for Cisneros Media to develop new English-language series and content for US television audiences, in addition to maximizing Cisneros Media vast catalogue of content, formats, and scripts across multiple platforms, including television, digital media, and live events. -
Jan
Fundación Tropicalia launches “Miches, sí”, a business program focused on strengthening local business and supporting new ventures that cater to tourism and agricultural sustainability.
Fundación Tropicalia launches “Miches, sí”, a business program focused on strengthening local business and supporting new ventures that cater to tourism and agricultural sustainability. -
Mar
In a bid to further expand its core product, Cisneros Media Distribution (CMD) is delving into English-language production for the first time. First out the gate is the four-part news special “The Rise of Terrorism,” produced by CMD’s content unit Mobius.Lab in conjunction with Getty Images. The special aired nationwide on 104 affiliate TV stations of Sinclair Broadcast Group.
In a bid to further expand its core product, Cisneros Media Distribution (CMD) is delving into English-language production for the first time. First out the gate is the four-part news special “The Rise of Terrorism,” produced by CMD’s content unit Mobius.Lab in conjunction with Getty Images. The special aired nationwide on 104 affiliate TV stations of Sinclair Broadcast Group. -
Apr
Audio.Ad signs exclusive ad sales representation agreement with Triton Digital, one of the leading audio streaming providers and operators of A2X, an audio ad exchange
Audio.Ad signs exclusive ad sales representation agreement with Triton Digital, one of the leading audio streaming providers and operators of A2X, an audio ad exchange -
May
Audio.Ad enters the US Hispanic market
Audio.Ad enters the US Hispanic market -
May
“Súper Genios” (Super Genius), produced strictly under the FCC guidelines for the E/I seal, premiered on UniMás on May14th. “Súper Genios” is also produced by Mobius.Lab Productions at Cisneros Studios.
“Súper Genios” (Super Genius), produced strictly under the FCC guidelines for the E/I seal, premiered on UniMás on May14th. “Súper Genios” is also produced by Mobius.Lab Productions at Cisneros Studios. -
May
Cisneros Media joins the UN Women Step it Up for Gender Equality Media Compact, which calls on media outlets to play their part in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Agenda, with focus on gender equality and women’s rights issues.
Cisneros Media joins the UN Women Step it Up for Gender Equality Media Compact, which calls on media outlets to play their part in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Agenda, with focus on gender equality and women’s rights issues. -
Jun
FLUVIP launches operations in Argentina
FLUVIP launches operations in Argentina -
Jun
Adsmovil partners with Moat to measure viewability
Adsmovil partners with Moat to measure viewability -
Jul
Cisneros Studios produced its first original series for an OTT platform. 14 episodes, 30 minutes each, full of “dramedy” in “Mary for Mayor” that premiered on Glosi, for the US Market, on August 2016.
Cisneros Studios produced its first original series for an OTT platform. 14 episodes, 30 minutes each, full of “dramedy” in “Mary for Mayor” that premiered on Glosi, for the US Market, on August 2016. -
Jul
Audio.Ad launches Interactive Audio Ads with Xapp Media
Audio.Ad launches Interactive Audio Ads with Xapp Media -
Jul
Cisneros Studios starts producing “Don Francisco Te Invita” for Telemundo Networks in a 360 degrees set .
Cisneros Studios starts producing “Don Francisco Te Invita” for Telemundo Networks in a 360 degrees set . -
Aug
Cisneros partners with the Maracaibo Chamber of Commerce to expand the reach of its entrepreneurship education program for women, “Mujeres Emprendedoras”.
Cisneros partners with the Maracaibo Chamber of Commerce to expand the reach of its entrepreneurship education program for women, “Mujeres Emprendedoras”. -
Sep
FLUVIP acquires a 60% stake in Spark Media, a leading influencer marketing company in Brazil
FLUVIP acquires a 60% stake in Spark Media, a leading influencer marketing company in Brazil -
Sep
Fundación Tropicalia launches, together with ADOPEM Bank, “Miches Emprende”, a fund to support entrepreneurs in Miches.
Fundación Tropicalia launches, together with ADOPEM Bank, “Miches Emprende”, a fund to support entrepreneurs in Miches. -
Oct
Audio.Ad signed a deal with Deezer, one of the leading music streaming services, to represent its advertising sales in Colombia
Audio.Ad signed a deal with Deezer, one of the leading music streaming services, to represent its advertising sales in Colombia -
Dec
Cisneros Media Distribution has entered into an international representation deal with Mexican distributor Comarex.
Cisneros Media Distribution has entered into an international representation deal with Mexican distributor Comarex. - 2017
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Jan
Cisneros Interactive selected by Facebook to become its Authorized Sales Partner in Ecuador, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Cisneros Interactive selected by Facebook to become its Authorized Sales Partner in Ecuador, Bolivia, and Paraguay. -
Jan
In the International Year of Sustainable Tourism, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) recognizes the work of Fundación Tropicalia, one of three finalists in the Excellence and Innovation in Tourism Awards.
In the International Year of Sustainable Tourism, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) recognizes the work of Fundación Tropicalia, one of three finalists in the Excellence and Innovation in Tourism Awards. -
Feb
Cisneros Media Distribution partners with Cox Communications to launch the popular Hispanic channel “Venevision”, as part of Cox’s Hispanic-targeted “Latino Pak”.
Cisneros Media Distribution partners with Cox Communications to launch the popular Hispanic channel “Venevision”, as part of Cox’s Hispanic-targeted “Latino Pak”. -
Jun
Audio.Ad launches AudioTrade, Latin America’s first and only Demand Side Platform (DSP) specifically engineered to trade digital audio advertising spots.
Audio.Ad launches AudioTrade, Latin America’s first and only Demand Side Platform (DSP) specifically engineered to trade digital audio advertising spots. -
Oct
Cisneros Studios hosts Master Chef Latino’s production at its facilities
Cisneros Studios hosts Master Chef Latino’s production at its facilities - 2018
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Jan
ItoyDani and Sahara Management designated as distributors for Cisneros Media’s content
ItoyDani and Sahara Management designated as distributors for Cisneros Media’s content -
Feb
Audio.Ad signs a partnership to help monetize Prisa Radio’s digital audio advertising inventory in Latin America.
Audio.Ad signs a partnership to help monetize Prisa Radio’s digital audio advertising inventory in Latin America. -
Feb
Zoofari produced by Mobius.Lab Productions premieres on Nickelodeon
Zoofari produced by Mobius.Lab Productions premieres on Nickelodeon -
Apr
Nina Sicilia, Jacqueline Aguilera and Gabriela Isler are selected as the Executive Committee to lead the Miss Venezuela organization
Nina Sicilia, Jacqueline Aguilera and Gabriela Isler are selected as the Executive Committee to lead the Miss Venezuela organization -
May
Cisneros Interactive expands partnerships with Facebook by launching 6 new markets: Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Uruguay, Panama and Costa Rica.
Cisneros Interactive expands partnerships with Facebook by launching 6 new markets: Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Uruguay, Panama and Costa Rica. -
Jun
AST SpaceMobile - the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones.
AST SpaceMobile - the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. -
Oct
Cisneros Studios hosts the production of La Voz for Telemundo at its facilities
Cisneros Studios hosts the production of La Voz for Telemundo at its facilities -
Nov
Mariem Velazco wins the eighth Miss International title for Venezuela
Mariem Velazco wins the eighth Miss International title for Venezuela - 2019
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Jan
Fundación Tropicalia celebrates its tenth anniversary, promoting the sustainable development of Miches, Dominican Republic.
Fundación Tropicalia celebrates its tenth anniversary, promoting the sustainable development of Miches, Dominican Republic. -
Feb
Cisneros Media consolidates its PayTv channels under the brand VePlus
Cisneros Media consolidates its PayTv channels under the brand VePlus -
Apr
A&E Networks LatinAmerica and Cisneros Media renew Mobius.Lab's contract for the production of short-format innovative content for A&E, History, H2 and Lifetime
A&E Networks LatinAmerica and Cisneros Media renew Mobius.Lab's contract for the production of short-format innovative content for A&E, History, H2 and Lifetime -
Jun
NatGeo Kids and Mobius.Lab present OPAVENTURAS, an engaging short-format show for kids
NatGeo Kids and Mobius.Lab present OPAVENTURAS, an engaging short-format show for kids -
Jul
DirecTV Latam enters into an agreement with VePlus to distribute the HD channel across the region
DirecTV Latam enters into an agreement with VePlus to distribute the HD channel across the region -
Nov
Mobius.Lab Productions wins a Gold Promax Award for Best Capsules Campaign: “La Historia en Números” for History Channel LatAm
Mobius.Lab Productions wins a Gold Promax Award for Best Capsules Campaign: “La Historia en Números” for History Channel LatAm - 2020
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Jun
Joint venture with Entravision, a global media, marketing and technology company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets.
Joint venture with Entravision, a global media, marketing and technology company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets. - 2021
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Apr
AST SpaceMobile lists on the NASDAQ (ASTS)
AST SpaceMobile lists on the NASDAQ (ASTS) -
Sep
Cisneros Media launches new over-the-air channel “Novelisima” under a distribution agreement with HC2 Broadcasting. Novelisima is available on 79 U.S. OTA TV stations and through Novelisima.com.
Cisneros Media launches new over-the-air channel “Novelisima” under a distribution agreement with HC2 Broadcasting. Novelisima is available on 79 U.S. OTA TV stations and through Novelisima.com. - 2022
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Feb
Peacock and Mobius.LabKids, a Cisneros Media division, ink a deal to make the NBCUniversal streaming service the new home for the all-new animated series “DinoPops”
Peacock and Mobius.LabKids, a Cisneros Media division, ink a deal to make the NBCUniversal streaming service the new home for the all-new animated series “DinoPops” - 2023
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Oct
Andrea Rubio wins 9th Miss International crown for Venezuela
Andrea Rubio wins 9th Miss International crown for Venezuela
Meet Our Executive Team
Adriana Cisneros
CEO
Miguel Dvorak
COO
Ariel Prat
CFO
Ely Garcia
CTO
Eduardo L. Hernandez
Chief Legal Officer
William R. Phelan
Dominican Republic Country Manager and President of Tropicalia
Jonathan Blum
President | Cisneros Media
Maria Ignacia Arcaya
SVP Social Impact and Institutional Relations
Karen O'Neil
Chief of Staff
Vanessa Almeida
Vice President, Tax & Accounting
Tania Dominguez
Senior Vice-President, Business and Legal Affairs
Chairman Emeritus
CISNEROS announces with deep sorrow the passing of Gustavo Cisneros Rendiles, esteemed Chairman of our Board of Directors. Gustavo was a visionary leader whose influence extended far beyond the confines of the business realm, noted for his strategic foresight and commitment to innovation.
Gustavo Cisneros was renowned for crafting a sustainable legacy and particularly distinguished himself through the international expansion of the family business ventures, as well as spearheading the entertainment industry across Latin America and the US Hispanic market.
Gustavo's fervor for leadership and excellence also shone through in his personal life as a devoted father and husband. He was steadfast in guiding his family, instilling core values of respect and integrity. Together with his wife, Patricia Phelps de Cisneros, he forged a bond of deep understanding, mutual respect, and unwavering support, striking a harmonious balance between his professional obligations and his profound love for his family.
His exemplary leadership and dedication serve as a beacon of inspiration, urging us to pursue a path marked by excellence and a responsible engagement with our communities and the wider society.
May he rest in peace.
Gustavo Cisneros was renowned for crafting a sustainable legacy and particularly distinguished himself through the international expansion of the family business ventures, as well as spearheading the entertainment industry across Latin America and the US Hispanic market.
Gustavo's fervor for leadership and excellence also shone through in his personal life as a devoted father and husband. He was steadfast in guiding his family, instilling core values of respect and integrity. Together with his wife, Patricia Phelps de Cisneros, he forged a bond of deep understanding, mutual respect, and unwavering support, striking a harmonious balance between his professional obligations and his profound love for his family.
His exemplary leadership and dedication serve as a beacon of inspiration, urging us to pursue a path marked by excellence and a responsible engagement with our communities and the wider society.
May he rest in peace.