Barker Capital was founded in 2002 by Jacob J. Barker, a respected Wall Street Media Analyst who built his reputation on fundamental analysis and a thorough understanding of the credit, regulatory and political drivers of the industry.

Since its founding in 2002, one of Barker Capital’s hallmarks has been devising creative capital structures and leveraging the institutional knowledge of the firm’s exclusive media focus to find capital and strategic partners for its clients. Barker Capital’s expertise lies in mergers and acquisitions advisory, equity private placements and the provision of senior secured loans. These transactions have included radio and television broadcasters, filmed and musical entertainment, out-of-home advertising and publishing.

Mr. Barker and his team have over half of a century of experience and have held top positions at Bank of America, Citigroup, Deloitte & Touche, Fidelity Management & Research, Morgan Stanley, Skadden Arps, TD (Toronto Dominion) Securities and UBS.

The Investment Team's expertise extends to the following areas: broadcast radio and television, filmed and musical entertainment, publishing, out-of-home advertising and other advertising-related media.