IM Global is a prolific independent studio that operates one of the world’s leading international film, television and music production, sales and distribution platforms, controlling a library of more than 300 films which have collectively grossed more than $6 billion in worldwide box office. The company has financed or produced over thirty Hollywood feature films deploying more than $500 million in production capital, establishing itself as one of the most prolific film financiers outside of the major studios. The company was founded in 2007 by Stuart Ford. In June 2016, Los Angeles and Shanghai based investment fund Tang Media Partners (“TMP”) acquired a majority ownership interest in IM Global and in a parallel transaction the company and TMP partnered under the IM Global Television banner with Asian internet giant Tencent in a television production joint venture which includes a dedicated television production investment fund. In August 2017 Open Road Films was also acquired by Tang Media Partners, and former Lionsgate and Summit executive Rob Friedman was named chairman and CEO of TMP Entertainment. In his role Friedman oversees Open Road Films, IM Global and IM Global Television. IM Global is headquartered in Los Angeles and has satellite offices in New York, London, Munich, Mumbai, Mexico City, Beijing and Shanghai.