March 20, 2025 - Detroit – Impact Network, the 100% Black-founded and operated independent multi platform media company, makes a bold move into the digital arena with the launch of Impact TV+, a free SVOD digital platform that establishes Impact Network as the premier digital entertainment destination for Black families and values-based audiences. The platform was developed by Mediastream, a Mediatech company with an all-in-one SaaS cloud platform that is transforming the way audio and video content is managed and distributed. Kicking off the April 10 Impact TV+ launch is the premiere of the network’s first original scripted series “Highly Favored.” Announced today by Impact Network Founder and CEO Wayne T. Jackson, and Executive Vice President Royal W. Jackson, Impact TV+ is set to revolutionize the network’s distribution and increase audience engagement.
"For 15 years, Impact Network has been dedicated to bringing uplifting, inspiring, and entertaining content to our audiences in a way that positively impacts their lives. Impact TV+ is just the beginning of a new wave in that mission.” said Bishop Wayne T. Jackson, Founder and CEO, Impact Network.
“Impact TV+ is more than just a new streaming platform—it’s the next evolution of Impact’s commitment to delivering compelling, culturally rich content for Black families. With ‘Highly Favored’ leading the way, we’re building a destination that gives our audience more access to premium, values-based entertainment whenever and wherever they want,” stated Royal W. Jackson, Executive Vice President Impact Network, Co-Executive Producer- “Highly Favored.”
Impact TV+ is built on Mediastream, an all-in-one cloud platform that is transforming how Impact Network's audio and video content is managed and distributed. The platform delivers a superior viewing experience for Impact TV+ viewers across all of their devices while also being a strategic partner that will support the company's evolution in the dynamic streaming landscape.
With its roll-out of new original programming, community initiatives, and the upcoming launch of Impact TV+ and the previous launch of its Impact Gospel FAST channel, available on Allen Media Group’s Local Now and Mansa, among other platforms, Impact Network is offering engaging, quality programming and experiences that enrich and entertain the Black family and community audiences across all generations and platforms.
About Impact Network
Impact Network is the premier home for Black family entertainment dedicated to offering the highest quality lifestyle programming, including movies, scripted and non-scripted series, and specials. A 100% Black founded and operated multi-platform media company, Impact is driven by family values and community. Established in 2010 by community leaders, entrepreneurs and philanthropists Bishop Wayne T. Jackson and Dr. Beverly Y. Jackson, the company is defined by its legacy and mission to inform, empower, educate, and serve to positively impact the Black community. Based in Detroit, MI, the Impact Network is distributed in over 70% of US homes broadcasting via cable and satellite systems across the United States on Comcast-Xfinity, Frontier, Cox, Time Warner, Spectrum, Charter, Spectrum, ATT-U-Verse, Verizon, Fios, Altice, DirecTV, DISH and expanding digitally. Impact Gospel is a FAST channel experience focusing primarily on gospel lifestyle entertainment and is currently available on Allen Media Group’s Local Now and Mansa. For more information visit watchimpact.com and follow Impact at @watchimpactofficial.
About Mediastream
Mediastream is a Mediatech company with an all-in-one cloud platform that is transforming the way audio and video content is managed and distributed. With over 300 clients worldwide, including major broadcasting groups and media organizations, Mediastream has established itself as a leader in the streaming technology space. What makes Mediastream truly unique is its commitment to simplifying the complexity of streaming while ensuring publishers maintain complete control over their content, brand, and monetization strategy. The platform offers not just technology, but a true partnership in growth, providing personalized solutions and continuous support that enables publishers to build direct audience connections and optimize revenue through flexible advertising and subscription models. This means not only delivering a superior viewing experience across all devices but also having a strategic partner that will support their evolution in the dynamic streaming landscape. For more information visit mediastream.co.
