By Haymarket Group Limited

closed 8/5/2019 via Company Press Release

CyberRisk Alliance, acquired SC Media

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synopsis: CyberRisk Alliance (“CRA”), a business intelligence company serving the cybersecurity and information risk management marketplace, has acquired SC Media, a digital information and event company serving cybersecurity executives and other business professionals, from Haymarket Media, Inc.
buyer parent: Growth Catalyst Partners
buyer: CyberRisk Alliance
CyberRisk Alliance invests in businesses serving the cybersecurity and information risk management marketplace. The company brings together leading brands and is comprised of a diversified portfolio of business information products. "
 target parent: Haymarket Group Limited
target: SC Media
SC Media is cybersecurity. For 30 years, the award-winning journalistic brand, website, conference group, resource library and publication has furnished cybersecurity executives and other business leaders with the most timely, independent news.
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closed 2/25/2019 via Company Press Release

Haymarket Media, LLC, acquired National Association for Continuing Education Inc.

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synopsis: Haymarket Media Inc., an award-winning specialist content and information group, announced the acquisition of Plantation, FL-based National Association for Continuing Education (NACE), specialists in accredited Continuing Education programs for medical and mental health professionals.
buyer parent: Haymarket Group Limited
buyer: Haymarket Media, LLC
Haymarket Media, Inc. is an award-winning specialist content and information group. With 24 market-leading media brands, Haymarket offers unmatched expertise and insight through balanced, relevant, original content across a spectrum of media channels. "
 target: National Association for Continuing Education Inc.
The National Association for Continuing Education is an award-winning provider of continuing education. NACE offers live conferences in over 40 cities and enduring programs in several different formats to engage learners with the most up-to-date, science-based information on a variety of topics.
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announced 12/5/2018 via PR Newswire

CarGurus, will acquire PistonHeads

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synopsis: CarGurus, Inc., a leading global automotive marketplace, and Haymarket Media Group, a specialist international media company, announced they have signed an agreement for CarGurus to acquire used car motoring website PistonHeads.
buyer: CarGurus (CARG:$558.05)
CarGurus is a global, online automotive marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of cars. The company uses proprietary technology, search algorithms and data analytics to bring trust and transparency to the automotive search experience and help users find great deals from top-rated dealers. "
 target parent: Haymarket Group Limited
target: PistonHeads
PistonHeads is Europe's largest online motoring community. Featuring the latest news and reviews, active discussion forums and over 140,000 classified motoring ads!
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closed 5/31/2018 via BNC Analysis

Kelsey Media, acquired Stuff (magazine)

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synopsis: Kelsey Media, one of the fastest growing media businesses in the UK, has acquired Stuff from the Haymarket Media Group, an international specialist media, technology and information company. Stuff is the world’s best-selling gadget magazine. The monthly magazine is aimed at men and features reviews for a wide variety of electronics.
buyer: Kelsey Media
Kelsey Media is one of the fastest growing media businesses in the UK. From car magazines, tours and shows, the company is a dynamic multi-media business of more than 60 brands across lifestyle, fitness, homes, aviation, trucks, tractors, cars and pets. "
 target parent: Haymarket Group Limited
target: Stuff (magazine)
Stuff is the world’s best-selling gadget magazine. The monthly magazine is aimed at men and features reviews for a wide variety of electronics, including the latest phones, computers, tablets, wearables, TVs, headphones, cameras, media players, consoles, and more.
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announced 3/21/2018 via BNC Analysis

Future plc, will purchase Five Specialist Titles from Haymarket Group Limited

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synopsis: Future plc, the global platform for specialist media, has announced the proposed acquisition of five specialist consumer titles from Haymarket Media Group. The five Haymarket Media titles are the specialist consumer magazines What Hi-Fi?, Stuff, FourFourTwo, Practical Caravan and Practical Motorhome.
buyer: Future plc (LSE:FUTR:$647.97)
Future is a global specialist multi-platform media company that connects people worldwide with their passions through iconic, award-winning brands, expert content and leading-edge technology. With operations in the UK, US and Australia, Future has over 300 print publications, websites and events. "
 seller: Haymarket Group Limited
The five Haymarket Media titles are the specialist consumer magazines What Hi-Fi?, Stuff, FourFourTwo, Practical Caravan and Practical Motorhome. Haymarket Media Group is the international specialist media, information and technology company with over 70 market-leading brands.
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closed 8/2/2017 via PR Web

AC Business Media, acquired DMN

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synopsis: AC Business Media, a leading B2B media and business intelligence company, announced the addition of DMN to its portfolio of brands. In acquiring DMN from Haymarket Media, Inc., AC Business Media expands the menu of digital offerings to include marketing knowledge and insights in the form of podcasts, e-newsletters, webcasts, e-books, and data.
buyer: AC Business Media
AC Business Media is a leading B2B media and business intelligence company with a portfolio of renowned brands in heavy construction, asphalt, concrete, paving, rental, sustainability, landscape, manufacturing, logistics and supply chain markets. "
 target parent: Haymarket Group Limited
target: DMN
DMN is a leading provider of digital and data-driven marketing analysis, content and research. Their offer includes marketing knowledge and insights in the form of podcasts, e-newsletters, webcasts, e-books, and data. These tools provide marketers with key marketing knowledge and strategy support.
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closed 6/21/2017 via Company Press Release

Haymarket Group Limited, purchased British Media Awards & Digital Media Strategies from Briefing Media Limited

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synopsis: Haymarket Media Group, the specialist media, information and technology company, announces the acquisition of the British Media Awards and Digital Media Strategies conference portfolio from Briefing Media. Haymarket takes complete ownership of the brands which have established themselves as cornerstones in the UK media & marketing events calendar.
buyer: Haymarket Group Limited
Haymarket Media Group is the international specialist media, information and technology company. The company has over 70 market-leading brands, connecting people and communities across print, digital, mobile and live media, across the UK, US, Asia, India and Germany. "
 seller: Briefing Media Limited
The British Media Awards honors media organisations across 19 categories which recognised excellence across all arms of media business. Digital Media Strategies Conference is the leading strategic business gathering for the European media industry.
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closed 10/6/2016 via BusinessWire

Motorsport.com, purchased Motor Racing Assets from Haymarket Group Limited

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synopsis: Motorsport Network, the Miami-headquartered publisher of Motorsport.com and Motor1.com, announced the acquisition of six business operations that make up the Haymarket Media Group’s interests in motorsport publishing, photography and events. The acquired businesses include Autosport.com, a respected digital voice in international motorsport.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Formed in 1994, Motorsport.com is a technologically advanced international network of online motorsports outlets featuring world-class digital distribution, video and interactive multimedia with news offices in 16 countries in 11 different languages, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. "
 seller: Haymarket Group Limited
Haymarket's Motor Racing assets include magazines Autosport, F1 Racing, and Motorsport News, the motorsport photographic archive LAT Photographic, and the events Autosport International and The Autosport Awards. Haymarket engages in the publishing and media businesses in the UK and internationally.
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closed 3/3/2015 via BusinessWire

Haymarket Media, LLC, acquired Group DCA

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synopsis: Haymarket Media, Inc, a privately owned media company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Group DCA—an interactive digital communications agency specializing in multi-channel engagement of health care providers—from PDI Inc.
buyer parent: Haymarket Group Limited
buyer: Haymarket Media, LLC
Haymarket Media Group is a privately owned media company. It has publications in the consumer, business, professional and customer sectors, both print and online. It also operates exhibitions allied to its own publications, and on behalf of organisations such as the BBC. "
 target parent: PDI, Inc.
target: Group DCA
Group dca offers the creativity and innovation of an interactive agency, combined with the brand-building strategy and skilled account management of an agency of record. Those qualifications translate into award-winning programs powered by DIAGRAM™, their proprietary software.
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closed 8/16/2013 via Wall Street Journal

Wilmington Group plc, acquired Compliance Week LLC

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synopsis: Wilmington Group plc, the provider of Information, Compliance and Education to professional markets announces the acquisition of the trading assets and certain liabilities of Compliance Week, the leading provider of governance , risk and compliance information and events for public companies and large enterprises primarily in the US.
buyer: Wilmington Group plc (LSE:WIL:$162.62)
Wilmington Group plc is a dynamic and expanding company providing information and training to professional business markets. Their businesses enable professionals and their organizations to perform better by providing quality, relevant and reliable information, education and knowledge. "
 target parent: Haymarket Group Limited
target: Compliance Week LLC
Compliance Week is an information service on corporate governance, risk and compliance that features weekly electronic newsletters, a monthly print magazine, proprietary databases, industry-leading events, and a variety of interactive features and forums.
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announced 4/10/2013 via Company Press Release

Mark Allen Publishing Limited, will acquire PrintWeek

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synopsis: PrintWeek, the UK's leading title for the printing industry, is to be acquired by Mark Allen Group and be relaunched as a fortnightly magazine. PrintWeek has grown into the UK’s leading title for the graphic arts industry, with licensed editions in Middle East & Africa and Russia and sister titles in Germany, India and Australia.
buyer: Mark Allen Publishing Limited
The Mark Allen Group is involved in publishing and communications in four principal areas: health care, education, consumer and business-to-business. They publish 50 magazines and journals, and 60 books every year, as well as organizing over 70 conferences and exhibitions. "
 target parent: Haymarket Group Limited
target: PrintWeek
PrintWeek is the highest-circulating and most widely read printing industry title in the UK. Every week, PrintWeek is sent to more than 12,000 printing professionals, ranging from small and medium enterprises to the largest and most influential printing companies in the UK.
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closed 3/26/2012 via PR Newswire

Racer Media & Marketing, Inc., acquired Racer Communications, Inc.

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synopsis: Automotive media and marketing veterans Paul Pfanner and Bill Sparks have acquired RACER Magazine and Racer.com from Haymarket Media, Inc. The purchase returns America's leading general interest motorsport magazine to its founding management team.
buyer: Racer Media & Marketing, Inc.
Racer Media & Marketing, Inc. is a company created by Paul Pfanner and Bill Sparks. Pfanner and Sparks was the founding management team of America's leading general interest motorsport magazine, RACER. "
 target parent: Haymarket Group Limited
target: Racer Communications, Inc.
Racer Communications consists of Racer Magazine, a monthly motorsports magazine, and Racer.com. Its custom publishing arm also produces SportsCar magazine for the Sports Car Club of America. The Racer Special Projects Division creates collateral, advertising materials, publications, and more.
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Haymarket Media, LLC, purchased Compliance Week from Financial Media Holdings Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Haymarket Media, Inc. has agreed to acquire Compliance Week from Boston-based Financial Media Holdings Group, Inc. Both companies are privately owned. The transaction is expected to close July 1, 2008.
buyer parent: Haymarket Group Limited
buyer: Haymarket Media, LLC
Haymarket is the largest private magazine publisher in the United Kingdom, with titles published in 23 languages across almost 100 nations. "
 seller: Financial Media Holdings Group, Inc.
Financial Media Holdings Group, Inc. (FMHG) is a Boston-based publisher of compliance-related media titles serving the intersection of finance and accounting, corporate securities law, governance, ethics, corporate social responsibility, and risk.
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closed 3/18/2008 via Company Press Release

Haymarket Media, LLC, acquired US HealthCare Communications

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synopsis: Haymarket Media Inc has taken over the editorial and publishing operations of two leading US journals for cancer clinicians and nurses. HMI – an arm of Haymarket Media Group based in New York – adds the American Journal of Hematology/Oncology (AJHO) and Oncology Nursing News to its portfolio of medical journals and guides.
buyer parent: Haymarket Group Limited
buyer: Haymarket Media, LLC
Haymarket is the largest private magazine publisher in the United Kingdom, with titles published in 23 languages across almost 100 nations. "
 target: US HealthCare Communications
US HealthCare Communications is the publisher of two leading US journals for cancer clinicians and nurse, American Journal of Hematology/Oncology (AJHO) and Oncology Nursing News.
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closed 2/23/2007 via Company Press Release

Haymarket Media Inc., acquired DM News

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synopsis: Haymarket Media Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Britain’s largest privately held magazine publisher, has acquired Courtenay Communication Corp.’s DM News, the leading U.S. trade publication covering direct, interactive and database marketing.
buyer parent: Haymarket Group Limited
buyer: Haymarket Media Inc.
Haymarket is the largest private magazine publisher in the United Kingdom, with titles published in 23 languages across almost 100 nations. "
 target: DM News
Based in New York, DM News publishes a weekly newspaper, the Essential Guides magazine supplements, and one daily and three weekly online newsletters, along with a complementing Web site at www.dmnews.com and a blog at blog.dmnews.com. Adrian Courtenay founded the publication in 1979.
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closed 4/3/2006 via PR Newswire

Haymarket Group Limited, purchased Printing World and Packaging Magazine from CMP Information Ltd

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synopsis: United Business Media plc announced today that CMPi, UBM's UK and European professional media business, has sold two non-core publications, Printing World and Packaging Magazine, to Haymarket Publishing Group for GBP2.1m.
buyer: Haymarket Group Limited
The Haymarket Group is a large, privately-owned magazine publisher. It publishes more than 100 consumer, professional, trade, and customer publications in 23 languages and in more than 100 countries. Titles include Revolution, Campaign, and FourFourTwo. "
 seller parent: United Business Media PLC
seller: CMP Information Ltd
Operating internationally, CMP Information provides professional media solutions to around 20 industry sectors. Its products include exhibitions, conferences, awards events, magazines, data and information products and websites.
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closed 3/18/2020 via Company Press Release

RED Driving School, acquired NFE Group Ltd

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synopsis: RED Driving School, the largest driving school and driving instructor training school in the UK, has acquired the NFE Group Ltd, a driver training firm in the UK. NFE provides fleet driver training services for all vehicle types. Their training products include risk assessments, advanced driver training, trailer training and stress management.
buyer: RED Driving School
RED Driving School is the largest driving school and driving instructor training school in the UK. RED operates in England, Scotland and Wales and has nearly 1,500 driving instructors. It is headquartered in Billingham, Teeside. "
 target: NFE Group Ltd
The NFE Group is a driver training firm in the UK. NFE provides fleet driver training services for all vehicle types. Their training products include risk assessments, advanced driver training, trailer training and stress management. The group also organises car launch events, roadshows and more.
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closed 10/29/2019 via Company Press Release

Ryan Konikoff, acquired Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc. recently announced new ownership with Chief Operating Officer Ryan Konikoff acquiring the majority share. Rock The House Founder and CEO Matt Radicelli will remain at the helm of the company. Rock The House (RTH) is Cleveland’s premier interactive entertainment and production company.
buyer: Ryan Konikoff
Ryan Konikoff is the Chief Operating Officer at Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc. He specializes in Tour Managing, Cruise Ships, Music Festivals, and Audio / Visual & special event design. "
 target: Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc.
Rock The House (RTH) is Cleveland’s premier interactive entertainment and production company. RTH provides world-class event lighting, A/V production services, videography, DJs, photo booths, and more for Corporate Events, Meetings and Conferences, Weddings and just about any other type of event.
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closed 10/21/2015 via PR Newswire

The Freeman Companies, acquired Staging Connections Group Limited

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synopsis: Freeman, the leading global provider of brand experiences, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Staging Connections Group Limited, a leader in event staging that provides a total event management solution for audio visual, styling and theming, set design and content through to digital and social media evert service such as webcasting.
buyer: The Freeman Companies
Freeman & Co. is one of Wall Street's premier providers of independent financial services advice offering mergers and acquisitions and related advisory services, capital raising, underwriting, strategic management consulting and competitor benchmarking data and analysis to financial institutions. "
 target: Staging Connections Group Limited (AU:STG:$124.76)
Staging Connections has been creating events for nearly 30 years. As the leader in event staging they offer a total event management solution for audio visual, styling and theming, set design and content through to digital and social media event service such as webcasting, Event Feed and Event Poll.
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closed 4/8/2020 via BNC Analysis

Leisure Time Group, acquired Lime & Soda

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synopsis: Leisure Time Group, New Zealand, has purchased Auckland-based event management company; Lime & Soda. Lime & Soda are a full-service creative event management company specialising in conferences, team building, corporate events, festivals, event styling, and event concepts.
buyer: Leisure Time Group
Leisure Time Group is a family owned and operated New Zealand travel and event management company that have been providing inspirational and unforgettable experiences since 1987. "
 target: Lime & Soda
Lime & Soda is an Auckland-based event management company. Lime & Soda are a full-service creative event management company specialising in conferences, team building, corporate events, festivals, event styling, and event concepts.
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announced 12/4/2017 via BNC Analysis

The Concerto Group will be merged with CH&Co Group,

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synopsis: CH&Co Group has announced its merger with the events catering and services company, Concerto Group. Comprised of seven brands, Concerto provides seamless event management, stunning venues, award-winning catering, phenomenal entertainment and trendy bars and restaurants in the UK.
buyer: CH&Co Group
CH&Co Group is a group of specialist businesses designed especially to help clients locate the ideal catering or service solution to suit their needs. CH&Co offers the broadest range of eating, hospitality and venue experiences in the UK. "
 target: The Concerto Group
Concerto Group is a hospitality events company operating in the UK marketplace. Comprised of seven brands, Concerto benefits from the unique ability to provide lifestyle events and experiences through one point of contact.
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closed 9/27/2017 via Company Press Release

Inflexion Private Equity Partners LLP, acquired Virgin Experience Days

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synopsis: Inflexion Private Equity announced that funds managed by Inflexion have completed the buyout of Virgin Experience Days, the UK’s leading experiences business. Virgin Experience Days offers curated experiences to consumers and corporates, from flying Spitfires to short luxury breaks, selling over 750,000 experiences annually.
buyer: Inflexion Private Equity Partners LLP
Inflexion is one of the UK’s leading independent mid-market private equity houses, investing in high growth, entrepreneurial businesses with ambitious management teams and working with them to deliver growth. "
 target parent: Acorne Ltd
target: Virgin Experience Days
Virgin Experience Days offers curated experiences to consumers and corporates, from flying Spitfires to short luxury breaks, selling over 750,000 experiences annually. Virgin Experience Days operates both B2C and B2B divisions.
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closed 6/28/2017 via Company Press Release

Client Focused Media, Inc., acquired Jacksonville Party Company, LLC

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synopsis: Client Focused Media, a full-service marketing agency in San Marco, has acquired Jacksonville Party Company, an event planning company known for organizing local events of all sizes.
buyer: Client Focused Media, Inc.
Client Focused Media was founded in 2002 and is a leading integrated marketing firm in Northeast Florida. The company provides strategic planning, event planning, marketing, creative, advertising, media buying, branding, crisis management services and public relations to a variety of clients. "
 target: Jacksonville Party Company, LLC
Jacksonville Party Company provides unique ideas and designs along with professional organization and execution of any type of event. The company specializes in casino events, corporate functions, holiday parties, school functions, concerts and fundraisers.
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announced 5/24/2017 via BNC Analysis

Ignite!Events STL, will acquire Parties & Props, Ltd.

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synopsis: Event production firm Ignite!Events, which is headquartered in Edwardsville, has acquired event design company Parties & Props, Ltd. Under the leadership of mother-daughter team of Mary and Amy Allison, the organization created thousands of successful special events, weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, fund-raisers and galas, and corporate events.
buyer: Ignite!Events STL
Ignite!Events specializes in creating events that connect donors with the missions of organizations - igniting fundraising efforts and infusing a spark of excitement, interaction, and innovation into events. "
 target: Parties & Props, Ltd.
Under the leadership of mother-daughter team of Mary and Amy Allison, Parties & Props has created thousands of successful special events, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, fund-raisers and galas, private parties, corporate events and unique experiences, in and around the St. Louis area.
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closed 4/1/2017 via BNC Analysis

Neuland Concerts GmbH, acquired Neuland Concerts GmbH

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synopsis: Neuland Concerts GmbH has been acquired by its management from parent company Warner Music Germany. Neuland Concerts was established in 2008, and it quickly developed into one of Germany’s top live music tour operators. Neuland Concerts offers services in all fields of live entertainment, including corporate and brand events.
buyer: Neuland Concerts GmbH
Neuland Concerts is a German booking agency and tour promoter for many national and international artists. Neuland Concerts offers services in all fields of live entertainment, including corporate and brand events such as the production of special events. "
 target parent: Access Industries
target: Neuland Concerts GmbH
Neuland Concerts is a German booking agency and tour promoter for many national and international artists. Neuland Concerts offers services in all fields of live entertainment, including corporate and brand events such as the production of special events.
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closed 9/14/2016 via GlobeNewswire

Haycom AV Pty Ltd merged with Norwest Group,

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synopsis: Melbourne, Australia-based Haycom has merged with Norwest Group, based in Sydney, Australia. In business for over 40 years, Haycom delivers leading-edge technical productions services for events and road shows encompassing visuals, sound, lighting, recording, webcasting, videoconferencing, audience participation platforms and room dressing/scenic.
buyer: Norwest Group
The Norwest Group provides seamless and cost effective technical solutions for live events across Australasia. They provide audio, lighting, staging, vision rental & production services. "
 target: Haycom AV Pty Ltd
Haycom delivers trusted audio-visual production and creative content solutions for live events and experiences. With project managers possessing a minimum of eight years of experience, the Haycom team has deep understanding and appreciation for technology and event services.
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closed 5/23/2013 via BNC Analysis

Concept PR merged with Kenyon Fraser Ltd.,

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synopsis: Kenyon Fraser has announced that it has merged with Concept PR. Concept PR is a public relations firm providing marketing and event managemnt to clients. Margaret Tarpey will remain as managing director of Concept PR.
buyer: Kenyon Fraser Ltd.
Kenyon Fraser is a full service marketing communications agency with over 90 clients across the UK. Kenyon Fraser was established in 1990 and have been ranked as a PR Week Top 150 company for many years. "
 target: Concept PR
Concept PR is a a full service PR, marketing and events management company based in the glorious North West town of Southport, United Kingdom.
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Chime Communications PLC, acquired Rough Hill Limited

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synopsis: Chime Communications has announced the acquisition of a 60% stake in a youth marketing agency, Rough Hill. One of Rough Hill's businesses will be injected into a new company within VCCP called VCCP Live, which will be 40% owned by Rough Hill's vendors, Jeremy Simmonds, Matthew Smith and Richard Moore.
buyer: Chime Communications PLC (LSE:CHW:$524.40)
Chime Communications plc, through its subsidiaries, provides public relations, advertising, sports marketing, market research, direct marketing, and design and event management consultancy services in the United Kingdom and internationally. "
 target: Rough Hill Limited
Rough Hill Limited provides event planning and promotional services. The company sells the tickets of their plan events through their website.
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Cygnus Business Media, acquired AS3

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synopsis: Cygnus Business Media, a leading diversified business to-business media company, announced it has acquired AS3, the Aviation Services and Suppliers Super Show from The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and The Professional Aviation Maintenance Association
buyer parent: ABRY Partners
buyer: Cygnus Business Media
Cygnus Business Media's leading business publications, tradeshows, conferences, websites, online products and custom marketing capabilities enhance brand identity, generate sales leads, and build product awareness as they strengthen customer/client relationships. "
 target: AS3
The GOAL of AS3 is to provide a one-of-a-kind forum for companies, serving the aviation aftermarket service industry, to forge new business relationships and broaden their client base. The economy and ever changing trends in business drive the General Aviation Industry forward to conquer new challe
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Interactivation, acquired Med School Tutors

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synopsis: Interactivation, a holding company owned by entrepreneurs Joe Covey and Matthew Davidge, has acquired Med School Tutors, the leading medical school tutoring company that helps aspiring physicians succeed in medical school, on their standardized exams, and beyond.
buyer: Interactivation
Interactivation is a holding company owned by Joe Covey and Matthew Davidge. The company focuses on acquiring and operating media, education and health companies. Interactivation likes to buy small “orphan business units” from large companies with revenue of at least $10 million. "
 target: Med School Tutors
Med School Tutors is the leading medical school tutoring company offering one-to-one online tutoring for the USMLE, COMLEX, Shelf Exams, Medical Coursework and Admissions and Residency Advisement, as well as consulting services for medical schools.
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PharmCon, acquired OnlineCE ChiroCredit

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synopsis: KnowFully Learning Group has acquired ChiroCredit, a provider of continuing education for chiropractors, podiatric and naturopathic physicians, and other healthcare professionals. ChiroCredit will be integrated with PharmCon, a leading provider of online continuing education for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare providers.
buyer parent: NexPhase Capital
buyer: PharmCon
PharmCon is a leading provider of online continuing education for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers. PharmCon's suite of solutions includes innovative exam preparation and continuing education courses. "
 target: OnlineCE ChiroCredit
ChiroCredit is an online provider of continuing education for chiropractic, podiatric and naturopathic physicians, occupational therapy, physical therapy, certified hand therapists, doctors of veterinary medicine, veterinary technicians, nurses, massage therapy, and athletic trainers.
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Colibri Group, acquired HomeCEU.com

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synopsis: Colibri Group has acquired HomeCEU, a leader in continuing education (CE) for healthcare professionals with a focus on therapy professions. The addition of HomeCEU to the company’s family of brands allows Colibri Group to enhance its offering by providing premiere continuing education and training for professionals in the healthcare field.
buyer parent: Gridiron Capital, LLC
buyer: Colibri Group
Colibri Group helps millions of licensed professionals manage and advance their careers through online learning solutions for licensing, continuing education and professional development, all powered by its proprietary ColibriConnect technology platform. "
 target: HomeCEU.com
HomeCEU is a leading online provider of continuing education and training for professionals in the fields of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, athletic training, massage therapy, nursing, and other healthcare professions.
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Career Step, acquired Medic-CE.com

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synopsis: Career Step, LLC, a portfolio company of Revelstoke Capital Partners, and a leading provider of online, career-focused education and professional training programs in the high-growth healthcare sector, has completed the acquisition of Medic-CE.com, LLC, a leading provider of online continuing education for EMS and firefighting professionals.
buyer parent: Revelstoke Capital Partners LLC
buyer: Career Step
Career Step is an online provider of career-focused education and corporate training. Career Step provides training for the largest and most respected healthcare employers in the nation and is committed to helping students and practicing professionals gain the skills they need to be successful. "
 target: Medic-CE.com
Headquartered in Houston, TX, Medic-CE.com, LLC provides high-quality, up-to-date courses on a cutting-edge, easy-to-use learning management platform. Tens of thousands of first responders, EMT’s, paramedics, and fire fighters have chosen Medic-CE.
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closed 3/1/2021 via BusinessWire

Tailwind Capital Partners, acquired International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)

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synopsis: Tailwind Capital, a middle market private equity firm, has acquired International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a premier eLearning platform for the fitness and wellness industry. ISSA provides high quality certification programs that help people to achieve their goals. They offer courses for yoga, nutrition, corrective exercise and more.
buyer: Tailwind Capital Partners
Tailwind Capital is a middle-market private equity firm investing in targeted sectors within healthcare, business services, and industrial services. Tailwind partners with management teams and entrepreneurs to transform businesses through growth initiatives, acquisitions, and strategic investments. "
 target: International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)
International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) is a premier eLearning platform for the fitness and wellness industry. ISSA provides high quality certification programs that help people to achieve their goals. They offer courses for yoga, nutrition, corrective exercise, senior fitness, and more.
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closed 12/4/2017 via PE Hub

BV Investment Partners, acquired Precision Nutrition Inc.

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synopsis: BV Investment Partners, a middle-market private equity firm focused on the business services, software and IT services sectors, has acquired a majority stake in Toronto-based Precision Nutrition, a certification and coaching software and services provider.
buyer: BV Investment Partners
BV Investment Partners is currently investing its ninth private equity fund. The firm is one of the oldest and most experienced sector-focused private equity firms in North America. The company actively targets investments in the business services and information technology services industries. "
 target: Precision Nutrition Inc.
Precision Nutrition (PN) is the leading nutrition certification and coaching software and services provider in North America. PN provides nutrition coaching certifications and software to fitness and wellness professionals throughout North America, Australia, and parts of Europe.
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closed 6/12/2015 via BusinessWire

Career Step, acquired ACLS

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synopsis: Career Step, LLC, a portfolio company of Revelstoke Capital Partners, has completed the acquisition of Emergency Certifications, Inc. (“ACLS"). ACLS provides ACLS, PALS, BLS and NRP training via online courses written by licensed physicians who are experts in clinical interventions and protocols provided by the American Heart Association.
buyer parent: Revelstoke Capital Partners LLC
buyer: Career Step
Career Step, an online provider of career-focused education and corporate training, has trained over 85,000 students, has more than 150 partnerships with colleges and universities nationwide, and provides training for some of the most respected healthcare employers in the nation. "
 target: ACLS
ACLS ("Emergency Certifications") is a leader in American Heart Association based training, offering fast, convenient, and 100% online ACLS, PALS, BLS and NRP certification and recertification courses that can be completed in several hours from any computer, tablet or smartphone.
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closed 3/18/2020 via Company Press Release

RED Driving School, acquired NFE Group Ltd

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synopsis: RED Driving School, the largest driving school and driving instructor training school in the UK, has acquired the NFE Group Ltd, a driver training firm in the UK. NFE provides fleet driver training services for all vehicle types. Their training products include risk assessments, advanced driver training, trailer training and stress management.
buyer: RED Driving School
RED Driving School is the largest driving school and driving instructor training school in the UK. RED operates in England, Scotland and Wales and has nearly 1,500 driving instructors. It is headquartered in Billingham, Teeside. "
 target: NFE Group Ltd
The NFE Group is a driver training firm in the UK. NFE provides fleet driver training services for all vehicle types. Their training products include risk assessments, advanced driver training, trailer training and stress management. The group also organises car launch events, roadshows and more.
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closed 10/29/2019 via Company Press Release

Ryan Konikoff, acquired Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc. recently announced new ownership with Chief Operating Officer Ryan Konikoff acquiring the majority share. Rock The House Founder and CEO Matt Radicelli will remain at the helm of the company. Rock The House (RTH) is Cleveland’s premier interactive entertainment and production company.
buyer: Ryan Konikoff
Ryan Konikoff is the Chief Operating Officer at Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc. He specializes in Tour Managing, Cruise Ships, Music Festivals, and Audio / Visual & special event design. "
 target: Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc.
Rock The House (RTH) is Cleveland’s premier interactive entertainment and production company. RTH provides world-class event lighting, A/V production services, videography, DJs, photo booths, and more for Corporate Events, Meetings and Conferences, Weddings and just about any other type of event.
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closed 10/21/2015 via PR Newswire

The Freeman Companies, acquired Staging Connections Group Limited

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synopsis: Freeman, the leading global provider of brand experiences, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Staging Connections Group Limited, a leader in event staging that provides a total event management solution for audio visual, styling and theming, set design and content through to digital and social media evert service such as webcasting.
buyer: The Freeman Companies
Freeman & Co. is one of Wall Street's premier providers of independent financial services advice offering mergers and acquisitions and related advisory services, capital raising, underwriting, strategic management consulting and competitor benchmarking data and analysis to financial institutions. "
 target: Staging Connections Group Limited (AU:STG:$124.76)
Staging Connections has been creating events for nearly 30 years. As the leader in event staging they offer a total event management solution for audio visual, styling and theming, set design and content through to digital and social media event service such as webcasting, Event Feed and Event Poll.
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closed 4/8/2020 via BNC Analysis

Leisure Time Group, acquired Lime & Soda

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synopsis: Leisure Time Group, New Zealand, has purchased Auckland-based event management company; Lime & Soda. Lime & Soda are a full-service creative event management company specialising in conferences, team building, corporate events, festivals, event styling, and event concepts.
buyer: Leisure Time Group
Leisure Time Group is a family owned and operated New Zealand travel and event management company that have been providing inspirational and unforgettable experiences since 1987. "
 target: Lime & Soda
Lime & Soda is an Auckland-based event management company. Lime & Soda are a full-service creative event management company specialising in conferences, team building, corporate events, festivals, event styling, and event concepts.
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announced 12/4/2017 via BNC Analysis

The Concerto Group will be merged with CH&Co Group,

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synopsis: CH&Co Group has announced its merger with the events catering and services company, Concerto Group. Comprised of seven brands, Concerto provides seamless event management, stunning venues, award-winning catering, phenomenal entertainment and trendy bars and restaurants in the UK.
buyer: CH&Co Group
CH&Co Group is a group of specialist businesses designed especially to help clients locate the ideal catering or service solution to suit their needs. CH&Co offers the broadest range of eating, hospitality and venue experiences in the UK. "
 target: The Concerto Group
Concerto Group is a hospitality events company operating in the UK marketplace. Comprised of seven brands, Concerto benefits from the unique ability to provide lifestyle events and experiences through one point of contact.
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$43
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0.0x
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closed 9/27/2017 via Company Press Release

Inflexion Private Equity Partners LLP, acquired Virgin Experience Days

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synopsis: Inflexion Private Equity announced that funds managed by Inflexion have completed the buyout of Virgin Experience Days, the UK’s leading experiences business. Virgin Experience Days offers curated experiences to consumers and corporates, from flying Spitfires to short luxury breaks, selling over 750,000 experiences annually.
buyer: Inflexion Private Equity Partners LLP
Inflexion is one of the UK’s leading independent mid-market private equity houses, investing in high growth, entrepreneurial businesses with ambitious management teams and working with them to deliver growth. "
 target parent: Acorne Ltd
target: Virgin Experience Days
Virgin Experience Days offers curated experiences to consumers and corporates, from flying Spitfires to short luxury breaks, selling over 750,000 experiences annually. Virgin Experience Days operates both B2C and B2B divisions.
price ($mm)
$40
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closed 6/28/2017 via Company Press Release

Client Focused Media, Inc., acquired Jacksonville Party Company, LLC

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synopsis: Client Focused Media, a full-service marketing agency in San Marco, has acquired Jacksonville Party Company, an event planning company known for organizing local events of all sizes.
buyer: Client Focused Media, Inc.
Client Focused Media was founded in 2002 and is a leading integrated marketing firm in Northeast Florida. The company provides strategic planning, event planning, marketing, creative, advertising, media buying, branding, crisis management services and public relations to a variety of clients. "
 target: Jacksonville Party Company, LLC
Jacksonville Party Company provides unique ideas and designs along with professional organization and execution of any type of event. The company specializes in casino events, corporate functions, holiday parties, school functions, concerts and fundraisers.
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announced 5/24/2017 via BNC Analysis

Ignite!Events STL, will acquire Parties & Props, Ltd.

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synopsis: Event production firm Ignite!Events, which is headquartered in Edwardsville, has acquired event design company Parties & Props, Ltd. Under the leadership of mother-daughter team of Mary and Amy Allison, the organization created thousands of successful special events, weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, fund-raisers and galas, and corporate events.
buyer: Ignite!Events STL
Ignite!Events specializes in creating events that connect donors with the missions of organizations - igniting fundraising efforts and infusing a spark of excitement, interaction, and innovation into events. "
 target: Parties & Props, Ltd.
Under the leadership of mother-daughter team of Mary and Amy Allison, Parties & Props has created thousands of successful special events, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, fund-raisers and galas, private parties, corporate events and unique experiences, in and around the St. Louis area.
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closed 4/1/2017 via BNC Analysis

Neuland Concerts GmbH, acquired Neuland Concerts GmbH

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synopsis: Neuland Concerts GmbH has been acquired by its management from parent company Warner Music Germany. Neuland Concerts was established in 2008, and it quickly developed into one of Germany’s top live music tour operators. Neuland Concerts offers services in all fields of live entertainment, including corporate and brand events.
buyer: Neuland Concerts GmbH
Neuland Concerts is a German booking agency and tour promoter for many national and international artists. Neuland Concerts offers services in all fields of live entertainment, including corporate and brand events such as the production of special events. "
 target parent: Access Industries
target: Neuland Concerts GmbH
Neuland Concerts is a German booking agency and tour promoter for many national and international artists. Neuland Concerts offers services in all fields of live entertainment, including corporate and brand events such as the production of special events.
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closed 9/14/2016 via GlobeNewswire

Haycom AV Pty Ltd merged with Norwest Group,

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synopsis: Melbourne, Australia-based Haycom has merged with Norwest Group, based in Sydney, Australia. In business for over 40 years, Haycom delivers leading-edge technical productions services for events and road shows encompassing visuals, sound, lighting, recording, webcasting, videoconferencing, audience participation platforms and room dressing/scenic.
buyer: Norwest Group
The Norwest Group provides seamless and cost effective technical solutions for live events across Australasia. They provide audio, lighting, staging, vision rental & production services. "
 target: Haycom AV Pty Ltd
Haycom delivers trusted audio-visual production and creative content solutions for live events and experiences. With project managers possessing a minimum of eight years of experience, the Haycom team has deep understanding and appreciation for technology and event services.
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closed 5/23/2013 via BNC Analysis

Concept PR merged with Kenyon Fraser Ltd.,

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synopsis: Kenyon Fraser has announced that it has merged with Concept PR. Concept PR is a public relations firm providing marketing and event managemnt to clients. Margaret Tarpey will remain as managing director of Concept PR.
buyer: Kenyon Fraser Ltd.
Kenyon Fraser is a full service marketing communications agency with over 90 clients across the UK. Kenyon Fraser was established in 1990 and have been ranked as a PR Week Top 150 company for many years. "
 target: Concept PR
Concept PR is a a full service PR, marketing and events management company based in the glorious North West town of Southport, United Kingdom.
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closed 3/7/2012 via BNC Analysis

Chime Communications PLC, acquired Rough Hill Limited

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synopsis: Chime Communications has announced the acquisition of a 60% stake in a youth marketing agency, Rough Hill. One of Rough Hill's businesses will be injected into a new company within VCCP called VCCP Live, which will be 40% owned by Rough Hill's vendors, Jeremy Simmonds, Matthew Smith and Richard Moore.
buyer: Chime Communications PLC (LSE:CHW:$524.40)
Chime Communications plc, through its subsidiaries, provides public relations, advertising, sports marketing, market research, direct marketing, and design and event management consultancy services in the United Kingdom and internationally. "
 target: Rough Hill Limited
Rough Hill Limited provides event planning and promotional services. The company sells the tickets of their plan events through their website.
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closed 8/20/2002 via PR Newswire

Cygnus Business Media, acquired AS3

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synopsis: Cygnus Business Media, a leading diversified business to-business media company, announced it has acquired AS3, the Aviation Services and Suppliers Super Show from The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and The Professional Aviation Maintenance Association
buyer parent: ABRY Partners
buyer: Cygnus Business Media
Cygnus Business Media's leading business publications, tradeshows, conferences, websites, online products and custom marketing capabilities enhance brand identity, generate sales leads, and build product awareness as they strengthen customer/client relationships. "
 target: AS3
The GOAL of AS3 is to provide a one-of-a-kind forum for companies, serving the aviation aftermarket service industry, to forge new business relationships and broaden their client base. The economy and ever changing trends in business drive the General Aviation Industry forward to conquer new challe
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closed 3/11/2019 via PR Newswire

Interactivation, acquired Med School Tutors

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synopsis: Interactivation, a holding company owned by entrepreneurs Joe Covey and Matthew Davidge, has acquired Med School Tutors, the leading medical school tutoring company that helps aspiring physicians succeed in medical school, on their standardized exams, and beyond.
buyer: Interactivation
Interactivation is a holding company owned by Joe Covey and Matthew Davidge. The company focuses on acquiring and operating media, education and health companies. Interactivation likes to buy small “orphan business units” from large companies with revenue of at least $10 million. "
 target: Med School Tutors
Med School Tutors is the leading medical school tutoring company offering one-to-one online tutoring for the USMLE, COMLEX, Shelf Exams, Medical Coursework and Admissions and Residency Advisement, as well as consulting services for medical schools.
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closed 8/11/2021 via PR Newswire

PharmCon, acquired OnlineCE ChiroCredit

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synopsis: KnowFully Learning Group has acquired ChiroCredit, a provider of continuing education for chiropractors, podiatric and naturopathic physicians, and other healthcare professionals. ChiroCredit will be integrated with PharmCon, a leading provider of online continuing education for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare providers.
buyer parent: NexPhase Capital
buyer: PharmCon
PharmCon is a leading provider of online continuing education for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers. PharmCon's suite of solutions includes innovative exam preparation and continuing education courses. "
 target: OnlineCE ChiroCredit
ChiroCredit is an online provider of continuing education for chiropractic, podiatric and naturopathic physicians, occupational therapy, physical therapy, certified hand therapists, doctors of veterinary medicine, veterinary technicians, nurses, massage therapy, and athletic trainers.
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closed 9/8/2020 via BusinessWire

Colibri Group, acquired HomeCEU.com

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synopsis: Colibri Group has acquired HomeCEU, a leader in continuing education (CE) for healthcare professionals with a focus on therapy professions. The addition of HomeCEU to the company’s family of brands allows Colibri Group to enhance its offering by providing premiere continuing education and training for professionals in the healthcare field.
buyer parent: Gridiron Capital, LLC
buyer: Colibri Group
Colibri Group helps millions of licensed professionals manage and advance their careers through online learning solutions for licensing, continuing education and professional development, all powered by its proprietary ColibriConnect technology platform. "
 target: HomeCEU.com
HomeCEU is a leading online provider of continuing education and training for professionals in the fields of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, athletic training, massage therapy, nursing, and other healthcare professions.
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closed 10/4/2016 via BusinessWire

Career Step, acquired Medic-CE.com

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synopsis: Career Step, LLC, a portfolio company of Revelstoke Capital Partners, and a leading provider of online, career-focused education and professional training programs in the high-growth healthcare sector, has completed the acquisition of Medic-CE.com, LLC, a leading provider of online continuing education for EMS and firefighting professionals.
buyer parent: Revelstoke Capital Partners LLC
buyer: Career Step
Career Step is an online provider of career-focused education and corporate training. Career Step provides training for the largest and most respected healthcare employers in the nation and is committed to helping students and practicing professionals gain the skills they need to be successful. "
 target: Medic-CE.com
Headquartered in Houston, TX, Medic-CE.com, LLC provides high-quality, up-to-date courses on a cutting-edge, easy-to-use learning management platform. Tens of thousands of first responders, EMT’s, paramedics, and fire fighters have chosen Medic-CE.
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closed 3/1/2021 via BusinessWire

Tailwind Capital Partners, acquired International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)

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synopsis: Tailwind Capital, a middle market private equity firm, has acquired International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a premier eLearning platform for the fitness and wellness industry. ISSA provides high quality certification programs that help people to achieve their goals. They offer courses for yoga, nutrition, corrective exercise and more.
buyer: Tailwind Capital Partners
Tailwind Capital is a middle-market private equity firm investing in targeted sectors within healthcare, business services, and industrial services. Tailwind partners with management teams and entrepreneurs to transform businesses through growth initiatives, acquisitions, and strategic investments. "
 target: International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)
International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) is a premier eLearning platform for the fitness and wellness industry. ISSA provides high quality certification programs that help people to achieve their goals. They offer courses for yoga, nutrition, corrective exercise, senior fitness, and more.
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closed 12/4/2017 via PE Hub

BV Investment Partners, acquired Precision Nutrition Inc.

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synopsis: BV Investment Partners, a middle-market private equity firm focused on the business services, software and IT services sectors, has acquired a majority stake in Toronto-based Precision Nutrition, a certification and coaching software and services provider.
buyer: BV Investment Partners
BV Investment Partners is currently investing its ninth private equity fund. The firm is one of the oldest and most experienced sector-focused private equity firms in North America. The company actively targets investments in the business services and information technology services industries. "
 target: Precision Nutrition Inc.
Precision Nutrition (PN) is the leading nutrition certification and coaching software and services provider in North America. PN provides nutrition coaching certifications and software to fitness and wellness professionals throughout North America, Australia, and parts of Europe.
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closed 6/12/2015 via BusinessWire

Career Step, acquired ACLS

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synopsis: Career Step, LLC, a portfolio company of Revelstoke Capital Partners, has completed the acquisition of Emergency Certifications, Inc. (“ACLS"). ACLS provides ACLS, PALS, BLS and NRP training via online courses written by licensed physicians who are experts in clinical interventions and protocols provided by the American Heart Association.
buyer parent: Revelstoke Capital Partners LLC
buyer: Career Step
Career Step, an online provider of career-focused education and corporate training, has trained over 85,000 students, has more than 150 partnerships with colleges and universities nationwide, and provides training for some of the most respected healthcare employers in the nation. "
 target: ACLS
ACLS ("Emergency Certifications") is a leader in American Heart Association based training, offering fast, convenient, and 100% online ACLS, PALS, BLS and NRP certification and recertification courses that can be completed in several hours from any computer, tablet or smartphone.
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Virgin Experience Days

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Parties & Props, Ltd.

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Haycom AV Pty Ltd

Concept PR

Rough Hill Limited

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HomeCEU.com

Medic-CE.com

International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)

Precision Nutrition Inc.

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Rock The House Entertainment Group, Inc.

Staging Connections Group Limited

Lime & Soda

The Concerto Group

Virgin Experience Days

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Concept PR

Rough Hill Limited

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Ticker: JASDAQ:4712
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
KeyHolder, Inc.
KeyHolder, Inc.
KeyHolder is a Japanese company engaged in the amusement, real estate, and commercial facility construction businesses. Through its subsidiaries the company operates a real estate sales business, a live music club, produces TV programs, and produces live entertainment.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$117.42
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.09
EBIT ($mm)
($0.44)
Net Income ($mm)
$8.50
Employees
87
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Ticker: TC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TuanChe Limited
TuanChe Limited
TuanChe is an omni-channel automotive marketplace in China. TuanChe connects consumers with various industry players such as automakers, dealers and other automotive service providers. TuanChe has achieved rapid growth in its business by integrating its online platforms with offline sales events.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$99.38
EBITDA ($mm)
($12.59)
EBIT ($mm)
($12.74)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
833
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Ticker: TSE:6071
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
IBJ, Inc.
IBJ, Inc. provides a wide array of marriage hunting services to connect people. They operate an online marriage hunting network, as well as offline marriage hunting events. IBJ was established in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$90.16
EBITDA ($mm)
$16.21
EBIT ($mm)
$13.94
Net Income ($mm)
$9.67
Employees
406
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Ticker: PRXI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Premier Exhibitions, Inc.
Premier Exhibitions, Inc.
Premier Exhibitions, Inc., located in Atlanta, GA, is a major provider of museum quality exhibitions throughout the world and a recognized leader in developing and displaying unique exhibitions for education and entertainment.
year
2015
rev ($mm)
$27.59
EBITDA ($mm)
($4.98)
EBIT ($mm)
($9.76)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
110
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Ticker: LTM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Life Time, Inc.
Life Time, Inc.
Life Time is a leading fitness and event company that helps organizations, communities and individuals to achieve their athletic aspirations and fitness goals. Life Time operates fitness centers in more than 150 locations in the U.S. and Canada. The company also produces iconic athletic events.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
$1,013.67
EBITDA ($mm)
$272.11
EBIT ($mm)
$173.27
Net Income ($mm)
$92.62
Employees
7000
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Ticker: OM:2E
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2E Group AB
2E Group is one of the leading actors in the Scandinavian experience industry. Every year, group companies arrange live entertainment and meaningful meetings for more than 1.8 million guests – both private individuals and business clients.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$88.90
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.54
EBIT ($mm)
$0.82
Net Income ($mm)
$0.49
Employees
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Ticker: OTCPK:MECK
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mecklermedia Corporation
Mecklermedia Corporation
Mecklermedia is an international trade show company concentrating in the fields of Bitcoin, cryptocurrency and 3D Printing, which currently encompasses over 22 trade shows in 11 countries.
year
2015
rev ($mm)
$3.22
EBITDA ($mm)
($4.43)
EBIT ($mm)
($4.52)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
17
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Ticker: LYV
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts and Live Nation Advertising & Sponsorship.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$4,513.24
EBITDA ($mm)
($862.59)
EBIT ($mm)
($1,319.68)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
10500
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Ticker: TSX:QBR.B
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Quebecor Inc.
Quebecor Inc.
Quebecor Inc., a Canadian leader in telecommunications, news media, entertainment and culture, is one of the best-performing integrated communications companies in the industry. Their subsidiaries are engaged in broadcasting, publishing, music retailing, game development, and more.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$3,145.06
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,194.34
EBIT ($mm)
$707.05
Net Income ($mm)
$253.34
Employees
10158
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Ticker: CHDN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Churchill Downs, Inc.
Churchill Downs, Inc.
Churchill Downs is an industry-leading racing, gaming and online entertainment company anchored by their iconic flagship event - The Kentucky Derby. They are a leader in brick-and-mortar casino gaming and they are the largest legal online account wagering platform for horseracing in the U.S.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$1,324.50
EBITDA ($mm)
$310.40
EBIT ($mm)
$218.80
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
4000
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Ticker: ENXTPA:GLO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GL Events
GL Events
GL events is an integrated group offering a complete range of event industry solutions divided into three major segments: venue management and event organisation, and integrated services for trade fairs, conventions and events.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$1,166.07
EBITDA ($mm)
$158.39
EBIT ($mm)
$98.85
Net Income ($mm)
$47.34
Employees
4506
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Ticker: ETM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Entercom Communications Corporation
Entercom Communications Corporation
Entercom Communications Corp. is a leading media and entertainment company in the U.S., reaching and engaging more than 40 million people a week through its portfolio of highly rated stations in top markets across the country.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,060.90
EBITDA ($mm)
$80.79
EBIT ($mm)
$38.31
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
4781
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Ticker: LSE:FUTR
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Future plc
Future plc
Future plc is an international media group and leading digital business, listed on the London Stock Exchange (symbol: FUTR). Future has operations in the UK, US and Australia creating publications, apps, websites and events.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$647.97
EBITDA ($mm)
$194.29
EBIT ($mm)
$150.12
Net Income ($mm)
$91.12
Employees
2037
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Ticker: NYSE:TSQ
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Townsquare Media Group
Townsquare Media Group
Townsquare is a diversified media, entertainment and digital marketing services company that owns and operates radio, digital and live event properties. The Company specializes in creating and distributing original entertainment, music and lifestyle content.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$507.43
EBITDA ($mm)
$96.45
EBIT ($mm)
$70.76
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
2900
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Ticker: XTRA:ERMK
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEAG Deutsche Entertainment AG
DEAG Deutsche Entertainment AG
DEAG Deutsche Entertainment Aktiengesellschaft (DEAG) is a leading entertainment service company and a provider of Live Entertainment in Europe with subsidiaries in its core markets. DEAG produces and profitably organises a broad range of live entertainment events and concerts.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$226.23
EBITDA ($mm)
$4.94
EBIT ($mm)
$3.91
Net Income ($mm)
$2.91
Employees
219
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Ticker: JASDAQ:4712
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
KeyHolder, Inc.
KeyHolder, Inc.
KeyHolder is a Japanese company engaged in the amusement, real estate, and commercial facility construction businesses. Through its subsidiaries the company operates a real estate sales business, a live music club, produces TV programs, and produces live entertainment.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$117.42
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.09
EBIT ($mm)
($0.44)
Net Income ($mm)
$8.50
Employees
87
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Ticker: TC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TuanChe Limited
TuanChe Limited
TuanChe is an omni-channel automotive marketplace in China. TuanChe connects consumers with various industry players such as automakers, dealers and other automotive service providers. TuanChe has achieved rapid growth in its business by integrating its online platforms with offline sales events.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$99.38
EBITDA ($mm)
($12.59)
EBIT ($mm)
($12.74)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
833
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Ticker: TSE:6071
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
IBJ, Inc.
IBJ, Inc. provides a wide array of marriage hunting services to connect people. They operate an online marriage hunting network, as well as offline marriage hunting events. IBJ was established in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$90.16
EBITDA ($mm)
$16.21
EBIT ($mm)
$13.94
Net Income ($mm)
$9.67
Employees
406
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Ticker: PRXI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Premier Exhibitions, Inc.
Premier Exhibitions, Inc.
Premier Exhibitions, Inc., located in Atlanta, GA, is a major provider of museum quality exhibitions throughout the world and a recognized leader in developing and displaying unique exhibitions for education and entertainment.
year
2015
rev ($mm)
$27.59
EBITDA ($mm)
($4.98)
EBIT ($mm)
($9.76)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
110
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