About Us

Music. Media. Mayhem.
Ruckus Network Inc., provider of the premier college-only digital entertainment service, Ruckus®, today announced it has closed its second round of venture funding. The $10 million round was led by two new investors, the Anschutz Investment Company LLC (Anschutz) and Columbia Capital. Anschutz and Columbia join a prestigious team of existing investors including Battery Ventures, Eastward Capital, Pinnacle Ventures and Shelter Capital.

Ruckus offers:

• National, local, and campus-based programming
  
  
• Over 3.2 million free, high fidelity, licensed tracks of music from major labels and indies
  
  
• Hollywood blockbusters, cult classics, independent films, TV shows and music videos.
  
  
• Robust social networking features that allow students with similar music, video and programming interests to explore, connect and share with friends on their campus and meet new people with similar interests on campuses across the country.
  
  
• Comprehensive and continuously evolving media, wrapped in a social networking fabric, which Ruckus members find increasingly valuable and compelling.
  
  
• Dedicated field operations team provides a comprehensive set of services and support that make Ruckus a strong partner in building a digital network and strengthening your campus community.

Based in Herndon, Virginia, Ruckus is backed by Battery Ventures and Shelter Capital Partners, which are leading technology investment firms that invest in businesses at all stages of growth with a focus on high-value contributions to companies that have the potential to become industry leaders.

Our Team

Michael J. Bebel | President and CEO	Full Bio
Michael J. Bebel, Entrepreneur and Media Executive joined Ruckus Network, Inc. in July of 2006 as president and CEO. Prior to joining Ruckus, Michael was President and CEO of Mashboxx, LLC. and President and Chief Operating Officer of Napster.

Allen Baum | Chief Revenue Officer	Full Bio
Allen Baum joined Ruckus Network, the premier college-only multimedia service, as Chief Revenue Officer in September 2006 and is responsible for all advertising sales and revenue generation programs.

May Liang | General Counsel and Chief Financial Officer	Full Bio
May Liang is General Counsel and Chief Financial Officer for Ruckus Network, Inc., a digital entertainment service for colleges and universities.

Charlie Moore | Senior VP Corporate Development	Full Bio
Charlie Moore, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development for Ruckus Network. He is responsible for expanding the company's network of partnerships.