Rainbow announces the acquisition of a majority stake in 247 Production, a digital entertainment company founded in 2017 by Nicola Bertona, Andrea Pisani and Luca Peracino (popular Italian comedy duo PanPers). The transaction is part of Rainbow’s growth and diversification strategy, which has accelerated following the investment by TEC Movie, an independent vehicle established by investors participating in The Equity Club initiative, a club deal operating in partnership with Mediobanca. The acquisition further strengthens Rainbow’s positioning in digital content, the creator economy and branded entertainment. The integration will create new opportunities for synergies across audiovisual production, creativity, talent management and brand-focused projects.
247 Production has established itself as one of the most dynamic companies in the sector, thanks to a business model combining creative and production capabilities, managerial expertise, a strong roster of talent and creators, and extensive experience in developing branded content and original formats. In 2025, the company delivered more than 100 projects and over 3,500 pieces of content, expanding its presence across comedy, educational and informative content, food, music and entertainment.
Nicola Bertona will remain at the helm of 247 Production, ensuring continuity in the company’s growth trajectory. At the same time, he will take on the role of Vice President of Strategy & Commercial Development at the Rainbow Group, within the TV, Digital and Talent division led by Gian Paolo Tagliavia, with responsibility for identifying and developing new business opportunities in Digital Entertainment.
Iginio Straffi, Founder and Chairman of Rainbow:
THE ACQUISITION OF 247 PRODUCTION REPRESENTS ANOTHER STEP FORWARD IN THE EVOLUTION OF THE RAINBOW GROUP. WE ARE COMBINING RAINBOW’S EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE ACROSS THE MEDIA AND AUDIOVISUAL CONTENT LANDSCAPE WITH 247’S ABILITY TO UNDERSTAND AND INTERPRET NEW DIGITAL LANGUAGES. I AM PARTICULARLY PLEASED TO EMBARK ON THIS JOURNEY WITH A TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS WHO, THROUGHOUT THEIR CAREERS, HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMBINED CREATIVITY, ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERTISE AND A STRONG PASSION FOR INNOVATION.
Nicola Bertona, Founder and CEO of 247 Production:
“I am thrilled about the agreement with the Rainbow Group. It represents a tremendous growth opportunity for me, for the entire 247 team, and for our clients and agency partners, whom I would personally like to thank. We are confident that we can contribute to the growth of a Group that is already a leader in its markets and that will also become a benchmark in digital content and Branded Entertainment, thanks to outstanding talent and creative resources. Our goal remains to create significant value for brands and agencies. I would like to thank Iginio Straffi and Gian Paolo Tagliavia for their trust: they are the ideal partners with whom to build a bright future, alongside Andrea Pisani and Luca Peracino, as well as Fabrizio Tomei, who, as Commercial Director, will play a key role in our engagement with the market.”
The transaction recognizes the entrepreneurial journey and achievements of 247 Production. Alberto Zilli and Lorenzo Cocco will continue to contribute to the company’s development as partners, bringing their experience and strategic vision in the digital sector and supporting its continued consolidation and growth in both the Italian and international markets, including through acquisitions and mergers with other companies in the sector.
