Animaj
The Walt Disney Company announced that Animaj is one of four companies selected to join the 2025 Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to support the growth of innovative companies shaping the future of media and entertainment.
Animaj was chosen for its rapid growth as a next-generation media company, its AI-driven production pipeline, and its digital-first strategy for developing global children’s and family entertainment franchises.The Disney Accelerator connects participants with the creativity, imagination, and expertise of The Walt Disney Company. The program provides a unique platform for select cutting-edge startups that align with Disney’s vision for the future of entertainment. Participating companies receive investment capital, mentorship from Disney’s senior leadership, and the opportunity to explore collaborations across the company’s vast ecosystem.
Since its launch in 2014, the Disney Accelerator has supported over 60 global companies, including Epic Games, Eleven Labs, Kahoot!, Attentive, StatusPro, AudioShake, and others—many of which continue to collaborate with Disney today.
Sixte de Vauplane, Co-Founder and CEO of Animaj, spoke about the significance of joining the program, saying it represents an important step in the company’s evolution: “We are honored to join the Disney Accelerator. Disney has always stood at the intersection of imagination and technology — a place we know well. We believe AI and creativity can work hand in hand to rethink how children’s brands are built, distributed, and experienced in a digital-native world," he stated.