Lion Publishers, founded in Portland, Oregon, is a professional network dedicated to supporting independent online news organizations across North America. The organization’s core mission is to foster the sustainability and growth of local journalism through collaboration, education, and resource sharing. Lion Publishers offers services such as the News Entrepreneur Academy, sustainability audits, and various support projects aimed at enhancing the operational and financial viability of its member organizations.
Notable affiliated individuals include members of the Board of Directors and a diverse team of journalism professionals committed to the organization's mission. Key achievements include the establishment of the LION Sustainability Awards and successful regional meetups that foster community and knowledge exchange among members. Lion Publishers has significantly impacted the landscape of local journalism by empowering independent news outlets to thrive in a challenging media environment.

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Lion Publishers was founded in 2012.
Lion Publishers' headquarters is located in Portland, OR, US.
Lion Publishers' most recent funding round was for $2.9M (USD) in September 2022.
As of Sep 19, 2022, Lion Publishers has raised a total of $2.9M (USD).
Lion Publishers has 23 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.