Complex
Digital media platform for youth culture and lifestyle content.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2002
- Employees
- 300
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Aaron Levant
- Type
- Private
- Funding
- Series B · $50M · 2021
- Subsidiaries
- ComplexCon, Sole Collector, Pigeons & Planes, Complex Shop, Idea Generation
About
Complex is a global media and e‑commerce platform that curates and distributes content focused on youth culture, music, streetwear, sports, and art. The company blends video, long‑form text, and social media to create immersive storytelling that reflects and shapes contemporary convergence culture. Its curated marketplace connects fans directly with brands and artists, redefining fan engagement and digital commerce. Strategic partnerships—most notably with Universal Music Group—enable exclusive collaborations and high‑profile experiences across platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, and Roku. Complex’s integrated approach to media, advertising, and live events positions it as a leader in redefining how digital culture meets commerce.