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Axios is a news and media company, focusing on business, technology, politics and media trends. The Company aims to provide content, deliver news and analysis in illuminating and shareable ways.
| Type | Private | |
| Founded | 2016 | |
| HQ | Arlington, VA, US | Map |
| Website | axios.com | |
| Overall Culture | A+ | More |
Latest Updates
| Employees (est.) (Jul 2021) | 311 | (+5%) |
| Revenue (Y, 2018) | $25 M | (+100%) |
Key People/Management at Axios
Jim Vandehei
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Mike Allen
Founder & Executive Editor
Roy Schwartz
Founder & President
Evan Ryan
EVP
Alexis Lloyd
Chief Design Officer
Matt Boggie
Chief Technology Officer
Axios Office Locations
Axios has offices in Arlington, New York and Washington
Arlington, VA, US (HQ)
3100 Clarendon Blvd #1300
New York, NY, US
New York, NY, USA
Washington, DC, US
Washington, DC, USA
Axios Financials and Metrics
Summary Metrics
Founding Date | 2016 |
Axios total Funding | $30 m |
Axios latest funding size | $20 m |
Time since last funding | 4 years ago |
Axios investors | e.ventures, Greycroft, Emerson Collective, Lerer Hippeau Ventures, Katherine Bradley, David G. Bradley, Atlantic Media, NBC News |
Axios's latest funding round in November 2017 was reported to be $20 m. In total, Axios has raised $30 m
Axios Revenue
Axios's revenue was reported to be $25 m in Y, 2018 which is a 100% increase from the previous period.
| USD | |
|---|---|
Revenue (Y, 2018) | 25.0m |
Revenue growth (Y, 2017 - Y, 2018), % | 100% |
| USD | Y, 2017 |
|---|---|
Revenue/Employee | 240.8k |
Axios Operating Metrics
Axios's Monthly Unique Visitors was reported to be 10 m in Oct, 2019. Axios's Subscribers was reported to be 500 k in Jan, 2019. Axios's Subscriptions was reported to be 1.9 m in Oct, 2019.
Axios Acquisitions / Subsidiaries
| Company Name | Date | Deal Size |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Agenda | December 17, 2020 | $5 m |
| Sports Internet | January 04, 2019 |
Axios Online and Social Media Presence
589.69k Twitter followers
Axios has 589.69k Twitter Followers. The number of followers has increased 1% month over month and increased 1.7% quarter over quarter
Axios's Trends
Twitter Engagement Stats for @axios
93.9k
Tweets
931
Following
589.7k
Followers
978
Tweets last 30 days
137.5
Avg. likes per Tweet
99.9%
Tweets with engagement
Axios Company Culture
Overall Culture
A+
90/100
CEO Rating
A+
95/100
Compensation
A+
93/100
Diversity
A-
89/100
Axios News and Updates
June 26, 2021
An Axios AM Deep Dive in what the New Washington means for Climate Change
A special Axios AM Deep Dive into the New Washington and what it means for climate change.
June 12, 2021
Axios AM Deep Dive: What's Next
Axios What's Next, our new weekday newsletter will be your guide to the waves of change in how we work, play and get around. This Axios AM Deep Dive gives you a taste of what we have in store...
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June 10, 2021
As much as 50% of the stimulus unemployment money may have been stolen, Axios reports
Summary List PlacementFrom direct stimulus payments to unemployment benefits, Americans have received a range of different forms of financial aid during the pandemic. But a large chunk of that aid — as much as 50% — may not have made it into the hands of the right people.
Axios reported on Thursda…
June 05, 2021
Axios AM Deep Dive on Biden Administration foreign policy
Welcome to the foreign policy edition of our Axios AM Deep Dive series on the new Washington. Our guide is Dave Lawler, author of our twice-weekly Axios World newsletter, joined by other top Axios specialists.
March 26, 2021
Media startup Axios is reportedly in merger talks with sports-media outlet The Athletic, and the combined company could go public
Summary List PlacementUS news website Axios is in merger talks with sports-media outlet The Athletic, people familiar with the matter told the Wall Street Journal on Friday.
The discussions are at an early stage and may not come to anything, the people said. They didn't reveal the financial terms.…
March 13, 2021
Axios Deep Dive: Graphing the pandemic
2020 was literally off the charts. Data journalists saw changes that typically take months instead happening in weeks — numbers that will be breaking the y-axis for years to come.
Axios Blogs
July 23, 2021
China sanctions Wilbur Ross, 5 other Americans over Biden's Hong Kong warnings
The Chinese government imposed sanctions on Monday against six Americans, including former Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, in response to an advisory from the Biden administration warning businesses of the increased risks of operating in Hong Kong.Why it matters: It's the latest example of China res…
July 22, 2021
House votes to allow more Afghans who assisted U.S. to evacuate before withdrawal
The House on Thursday voted to expand a visa program that would allow more Afghans who helped the U.S. military quickly immigrate to the United States, the New York Times reports. Why it matters: Last month, the Biden administration made plans to evacuate many of the Afghans who worked with the U.S.…
July 21, 2021
Pelosi objects to Republicans Jim Jordan, Jim Banks serving on Jan. 6 select committee
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Wednesday that she rejects House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy's naming of Reps. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and Jim Banks (R-Ind.) to the select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, citing their objection to President Biden's Electoral College victory.Why it…
July 21, 2021
U.S. won't reopen consulate in Jerusalem until Israel's Bennett passes budget
The Biden administration has decided to hold off on reopening the U.S. consulate in Jerusalem until after Israel's new government passes a budget, likely in early November, Israeli, U.S. and Palestinian sources say.Why it matters: The decision shows how invested the Biden administration is in helpin…
July 20, 2021
Delta variant now makes up 83% of U.S. COVID cases, CDC director says
The more transmissible Delta variant now accounts for 83% of COVID-19 cases in the United States, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Rochelle Walensky said during a Senate hearing Tuesday.Why it matters: The "dramatic increase," up from 50% on July 3, has led to a rise in virus-rela…
July 20, 2021
New York reaches $1.1 billion settlement with opioid distributors
New York reached a $1.1 billion settlement on Tuesday with three of the country's largest drug distributors for their alleged role in the opioid epidemic, New York Attorney General Letitia James said.The big picture: The settlement comes as the three companies — McKesson, Cardinal Health, and Ameris…
Axios Frequently Asked Questions
When was Axios founded?
Axios was founded in 2016.
Who are Axios key executives?
Axios's key executives are Jim Vandehei, Mike Allen and Roy Schwartz.
How many employees does Axios have?
Axios has 311 employees.
What is Axios revenue?
Latest Axios annual revenue is $25 m.
What is Axios revenue per employee?
Latest Axios revenue per employee is $80.4 k.
Who are Axios competitors?
Competitors of Axios include Cherwell Software, Accuweather and 24.com.
Where is Axios headquarters?
Axios headquarters is located at 3100 Clarendon Blvd #1300, Arlington.
Where are Axios offices?
Axios has offices in Arlington, New York and Washington.
How many offices does Axios have?
Axios has 3 offices.
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