History of ZergNet
ZergNet, established in 2011, is a content recommendation company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded by Reggie Renner and Mike Langin, the company offers a platform that promotes high-quality content across a network of partner sites, aiming to drive traffic and enhance user engagement. Unlike many of its competitors, ZergNet focuses on delivering relevant and premium content, avoiding the use of misleading or low-quality advertisements.
In 2014, ZergNet secured $3.2 million in Series A funding from investors including Mark Cuban, Greycroft Partners, Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments, and Lerer Hippeau Ventures. This investment enabled the company to expand its operations and refine its technology. By 2015, ZergNet was recognized as one of the nation's most visited websites, ranking 48th in the U.S. with 21.4 million monthly visitors. The platform's success was attributed to its effective content recommendation algorithms and its commitment to providing quality content to users.
In November 2020, ZergNet announced plans to relocate its offices and video production studio from Noblesville to Fishers, Indiana, aiming to expand its operations and enhance its video production capabilities. The move was part of the company's strategy to focus on its Indiana operations and leverage the local talent pool. As of 2024, ZergNet continues to operate under its parent company, Static Media, and remains a significant player in the content recommendation industry.