Ex-Cablevision Execs Set Up Investment Venture for Tech, Data, Analytics

NEW YORK: Kristin and James L. Dolan have set up Dolan Family Ventures (DFV), which will be focused on investments in data, analytics and technology-based businesses.

Kristin Dolan is a founder and the managing partner of Dolan Family Ventures. She most recently served as chief operating officer of Cablevision Systems Corporation, leading all aspects of the company’s cable operations. James L. Dolan, previously CEO of Cablevision and the executive chairman of The Madison Square Garden Company, is an investor and strategic advisor in Dolan Family Ventures.

“The advertising, marketing and media industries are rapidly transforming through the advancement of data, technology and analytics,” said Kristin Dolan. “Over the past several months, we have seen a number of investments in businesses that specialize in these areas and capitalize on these trends. DFV will allow us to pursue opportunities with companies and talent that can benefit from our capital, insights, relationships, entrepreneurial experience and operational skills to accelerate their growth, development and success.”