Metroblogging launched in Los Angeles in late 2003, and it’s now the world’s largest network of city-focused blogs with nearly 60 sites. In an admittedly unorthodox blog post, co-founder Sean Bonner said they’re looking for help to take the company to the next level.

“(We’re) looking for the right people or organizations to keep Metblogs alive and to take it where we were unable to, so we are putting out this call,” he writes, explaining that business development has never been a focus. “If you know a thing or two about blogs and local media and think this sounds interesting, we want to talk to you. If your company is already doing something similar or complimentary and could benefit from a closer relationship with Metblogs, we want to talk to you. There are many shapes this might take, from something as simple as a new CEO or GM, to a full acquisition by the right company.”

It goes without saying that local is a red hot space right now, but with the popularity comes tremendous competition from companies large and small. To survive, growth is imperative. (Thanks Matt for the tip. Via HyperlocalBlogger.)

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