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Boat Rocker Studios acquired majority stake in kids’ animation studio Industrial Brothers 21 AUG 2025

Production

Boat Rocker Studios acquired majority stake in kids’ animation studio Industrial Brothers

Previously, Boat Rocker held a significant minority stake in Industrial Brothers, as well as having a first-look deal with the full-service animation studio, its co-production partner on "Dino Ranch" and its spinoff "Island Explorers."
Boat Rocker Studios completed management buyout and now is an independent private company 4 AUG 2025

Corporate Moves

Boat Rocker Studios completed management buyout and now is an independent private company

Led by co-founders David Fortier and Ivan Schneeberg alongside longtime partner John Young, Boat Rocker Studios will continue to operate under its existing leadership team and brand.
Boat Rocker names Todd Lubin as President of Boat Rocker Studios, Unscripted 18 AUG 2023

Production

Boat Rocker names Todd Lubin as President of Boat Rocker Studios, Unscripted

Boat Rocker announced the appointment of veteran unscripted producer Todd Lubin as President of Boat Rocker Studios, Unscripted, effective immediately.
David Fortier and Ivan Schneeberg 1 JUN 2023

Distribution

Boat Rocker changes roles on several key senior executives

The changes will further streamline the studio's operations and allow the company to be an even more effective partner for content creators and buyers.
Boat Rocker secures first-look deal with Jay Baruchel 17 AUG 2022

Distribution

Boat Rocker secures first-look deal with Jay Baruchel

The executive will develop and produce original television, film and digital projects for the company.