Metropolis is a privately owned media and software company established in 1994 that has grown organically and through acquisitions to 31 brands across 8 offices in the UK. It has transitioned successfully from print to digital revenues over time. Metropolis focuses on acquiring mature, sustainably profitable niche businesses in the range of £200k to £5m annual revenues, with strong customer bases and management teams. It aims to support acquired companies with financial, technology, and strategic support while allowing them to largely continue operating independently.