Koch Media GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Embracer Group AB, has announced the acquisition of the American customized merchandise brand “Development Plus Inc.” and “DPI Logistics LLC”.
Established in 2003, DPI has gathered over the years a huge experience in the video games and entertainment sector, with a unique style identity and great physical and digital creativity.with the design and production of Collector’s Edition for publishers / retailers.
His second area of expertise lies in the creation and complete management of official e-commerce stores for publishing partners: from concept design to marketing and customer service, through the construction of the webstore and the production of the product. DPI, located in Colorado & Oregon, with its team of 40 people, makes Koch Media’s presence in the United States and in the field of merchandise even stronger.
“We have worked closely with DPI for many years and have been impressed by their expertise in designing and producing gaming and collectible merchandise, as well as their success with publishers’ official e-commerce stores.” said Klemens Kundratitz, Co-founder and CEO of Koch Media.
“By bringing DPI into our group, we believe we can help them develop their business to new levels. This purchase helps to increase our visibility and business in America, while strengthening our offering in the field of video game merchandise in Europe for our portfolio and, above all, for other Embracer companies and industry partners “, added Dr. Kundratitz.
“This is an exciting day; being part of Koch Media gives us the opportunity to continue what we do best, within a larger and more dynamic group “, said Angela McReynolds, President of DPI.
From now on, DPI will conduct its business as part of Koch Media Group as DPI Merchandising Inc.