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closed 9/4/2019 via PR Newswire

Providence Equity Partners Inc., acquired TimeClock Plus

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synopsis: TimeClock Plus, an industry leading workforce management software provider, announced a majority investment from funds advised by Providence Equity Partners, a premier private equity firm that specializes in the media, communications, education and information industries.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence is a global asset management firm with approximately $40 billion in aggregate capital commitments. Providence pioneered a sector-focused approach to private equity investing with the vision that a dedicated team of industry experts could build exceptional companies of enduring value. "
 target: TimeClock Plus
TimeClock Plus is an industry-leading workforce management software provider. TimeClock Plus delivers best-in-class time and attendance solutions. TimeClock Plus has helped thousands of organizations meet their complex timekeeping, employee scheduling, leave management, and other workforce needs.
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closed 7/15/2020 via PR Newswire

Gi Group, acquired CareerArc Outplacement

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synopsis: CareerArc, a global leader in social recruiting and outplacement technology, announced the acquisition of the outplacement arm of its business by Gi Group, Italy's largest multinational human resources (HR) services company. CareerArc Outplacement has developed a Jobs-First approach and delivers the most advanced career transition platform.
buyer: Gi Group
Gi Group is Italy's largest multinational staffing company and is one of the world's largest providers of services dedicated to developing the labor market. The Group has supported over 20,000 companies and operates in the following sectors: temporary and permanent staffing, training, and more. "
 target parent: CareerArc Group
target: CareerArc Outplacement
CareerArc Outplacement has developed a Jobs-First approach built to adapt to each individual's needs and plot the fastest track towards employment. Their method and technology delivers the most advanced career transition platform combined with the on-demand support of world-class career coaches.
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closed 5/29/2020 via Company Press Release

SD Worx, acquired GlobePayroll

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synopsis: Payroll and HR service provider SD Worx has acquired all the shares of GlobePayroll. Founded at the end of 2015, GlobePayroll develops cloud-based technology for HR and payroll. Their solutions, including extended workforce management, are all in one central, secure, easily accessible place.
buyer: SD Worx
Belgium-based SD Worx is a supplier of people solutions, enabling organisations to use HR to deliver added value to their businesses. SD Worx is the co-founder of the Payroll Services Alliance, a global strategic network of payroll companies that together handle 32 million payroll calculations. "
 target: GlobePayroll
Founded at the end of 2015, GlobePayroll develops cloud-based technology for HR and payroll. Their solutions, including extended workforce management, are all in one central, secure, easily accessible place. They are based in France.
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closed 5/27/2020 via Company Press Release

Parthena Consultant, acquired Pro-Grh

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synopsis: Parthena Consultant, a French provider of tailor-made management solutions, has acquired PRO-GRH, a digital service company specializing in the integration of HR solutions based in Lesquin, France. The acquisition of PRO-GRH will strengthen Parthena's HR expertise with small and medium-sized enterprises.
buyer: Parthena Consultant
Based in France, Parthena Consultant is an expert in tailor-made management solutions and specializes in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), finance and accounting, human resources, business intelligence and reporting, and Cloud solutions. "
 target: Pro-Grh
Pro-GRH is a French digital service company specializing in the integration of HR solutions. The company offers a modular and scalable HR suite that encompasses time management, planning, payroll and personnel management, leave and absences, recruitment management, expense reporting, and more.
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closed 5/20/2020 via PR Newswire

Timecentric Inc., acquired Time Rack

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synopsis: Timecentric Inc, an HR tech investment group focused on early stage technologies that show high growth potential, has acquired Time Rack Inc., a leading provider of time and labor management software. Time Rack offers a cloud-based front end system for payroll, time and attendance, HR and mobile all rolled into one complete package.
buyer: Timecentric Inc.
Timecentric Inc. is an HR tech investment firm focused on efficiency and high growth technologies led by Adam Day, Bill Loss, Andy Burdsall, and Greg Javins. Each lead investor brings extensive experience in the areas of payroll, HR, finance, and technology. "
 target: Time Rack
Time Rack is a leading provider of time and labor management software. Time Rack offers a cloud-based front end system for payroll, time and attendance, HR and mobile all rolled into one complete package. Their flexible and efficient product makes it easier to manage and process employee time.
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announced 3/31/2020 via BNC Analysis

EDP Software will be merged with Shiftboard,

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synopsis: Shiftboard, a leading provider of enterprise workforce scheduling software, and EDP Software Inc., makers of SchedulePro, a workforce scheduling technology specializing in complex workforce scheduling environments, announced they will merge to become one company.
buyer: Shiftboard
Shiftboard is a provider of enterprise workforce scheduling software. Built around the hourly workforce, where scheduling, real-time communication, and change management are at the core of day-to-day operations, their solution helps organizations transform their businesses through automation. "
 target: EDP Software
Since 1987, EDP has been researching and developing workforce scheduling solutions. They have implemented across a diverse array of industries, including oil and gas, manufacturing, nuclear, health care and more. They are headquartered in Vancouver, BC with offices in Fredericton, NB and London, ON.
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closed 12/23/2019 via Company Press Release

HgCapital, acquired Personal & Informatik AG

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synopsis: Hg, Europe’s leading software investor, announced an investment in Personal & Informatik AG (“P&I”), a leading provider of cloud-based HR software, headquartered in Germany, acquiring the holding from funds advised by Permira, the global private equity firm. Hg managed funds will become the majority shareholder in the business.
buyer: HgCapital
Hg is a private equity firm with a deep sector focus primarily targeting European middle-market buyouts with enterprise values of between £80 million and £500 million across the Technology, Services and Industrial Technology sectors; and lower mid-market buyouts in the Technology sector. "
 target parent: Permira
target: Personal & Informatik AG (PUI:$87.90)
Personal & Informatik AG provides integrated software solutions for payroll, time management, and human resources (HR) management in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and internationally.
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closed 11/6/2019 via BNC Analysis

Symphony Talent, acquired SmashFly Technologies

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synopsis: Symphony Talent, the Employer Brand, and Candidate Experience solutions, announced that it has acquired SmashFly Technologies, the industry leader in enterprise recruitment marketing and candidate relationship management (CRM) technology. Smashfly has played an integral role in the growth of the recruitment marketing category.
buyer: Symphony Talent
Symphony Talent is redefining how employers and talent connect. By applying data-driven consumer marketing best practices to Talent Acquisition, they provide personalized engagement between an employer brand and candidates through smart technology and creative solutions. "
 target: SmashFly Technologies
SmashFly Technologies is the industry leader in enterprise recruitment marketing and candidate relationship management (CRM) technology. As one of the first CRM platforms in the recruiting space, Smashfly has played an integral role in the growth of the recruitment marketing category.
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announced 8/21/2019 via Company Press Release

Cegid SA, will acquire Meta4 Spain, S.A.

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synopsis: France-based Cegid, a leader in management solutions for the fields of Accounting, Taxation, Payroll, and Human Resources will acquire Meta4, a Spanish software company specialising in cloud solutions. Meta4's cloud solutions provide HR professionals state-of-the-art technology with the best user experience for managing the complete employee cycle.
buyer: Cegid SA
France-based Cegid is a leader in the digital transformation of businesses, offering businesses and the public sector cloud services and management software. Cegid meets the financial, tax, and human resources management needs of companies and public bodies of all sizes. "
 target: Meta4 Spain, S.A.
Madrid-based Meta4's cloud solutions provide HR professionals state-of-the-art technology with the best possible user experience for managing the complete employee cycle, from payroll and personnel administration through to global talent management.
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closed 4/23/2019 via PE Hub

Bow River Capital Partners, acquired AbsenceSoft

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synopsis: Bow River, a private alternative asset management company based in Denver, has completed a majority recapitalization of AbsenceSoft, a provider of software solutions for employers to manage FMLA, disability, ADA and other forms of absence leave.
buyer: Bow River Capital Partners
Founded in 2003, Bow River Capital is a private alternative asset management company based in Denver, Colorado, with Buyout, Real Estate, Software Growth Equity and Energy Fund platforms. "
 target: AbsenceSoft
AbsenceSoft is a proven provider of technology solutions to help employers more efficiently and cost-effectively manage FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), LOA (leave of absence), Disability, and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).
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closed 4/3/2019 via BNC Analysis

PrismHR, acquired AgileHR

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synopsis: PrismHR, the leading HR software platform for human resource outsourcing (HRO) service providers, has acquired AgileHR, a leading provider of cloud-based talent management software. AgileHR helps small-to-medium sized organizations recruit, onboard, and manage top talent.
buyer parent: Summit Partners
buyer: PrismHR
PrismHR creates exceptional software and services, empowering human resource outsourcing service providers such as Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) and Administrative Service Organizations (ASOs) to deliver world-class HR, benefits and payroll to small and medium-sized businesses. "
 target: AgileHR
AgileHR is a provider of quality cloud-based talent management software. AgileHR helps small-to-medium sized organizations recruit, onboard, and manage top talent. They offer applicant tracking, employee onboarding, performance management, and employee management solutions.
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announced 2/20/2019 via BusinessWire

GetSwift, will acquire Scheduling+

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synopsis: GetSwift, a leading provider of SaaS logistics technology, is to acquire Scheduling+, a SaaS platform that combines staff scheduling, task management, time and attendance recordkeeping, and payroll into one easy to use subscription-based cloud solution, which allows businesses of all sizes to reduce the amount of time spent on employee management.
buyer: GetSwift (ASX:GSW:$1.44)
GetSwift is a worldwide leader in delivery management automation. From enterprise to hyper-local, businesses across dozens of industries around the globe depend on their SaaS platform to bring visibility, accountability, efficiency and savings to their supply chain and “Last Mile" operations. "
 target: Scheduling+
Scheduling+ is a SaaS platform that combines staff scheduling, task management, time and attendance recordkeeping, and payroll into one easy to use subscription-based cloud solution, which allows businesses of all sizes to reduce the amount of time spent on employee management.
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closed 10/18/2018 via BNC Analysis

NEOGOV, Inc., acquired High Line Corporation

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synopsis: NEOGOV, a technology company focused on human resources software for the public sector, has acquired a veteran HR software company. High Line's fully integrated, configurable solution encompass all aspects of human resources, payroll, time and talent management – to take employees from recruitment through retirement.
buyer: NEOGOV, Inc.
NEOGOV is the market and technology leader in on-demand human resources software for the public sector. Their HR software automates the entire hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation process. "
 target: High Line Corporation
High Line Corporation has been designing and delivering solutions for over 30 years. Their fully integrated, configurable solution encompass all aspects of human resources, payroll, time and talent management – to take employees from recruitment through retirement.
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closed 7/17/2018 via BusinessWire

Reward Gateway, acquired Brand Integrity

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synopsis: Reward Gateway, a London-based HR technology firm, has acquired Brand Integrity, an employee engagement software and consulting company that helps businesses build the right environment for employee engagement and drive measurable and sustainable culture change.
buyer parent: Great Hill Partners LLC
buyer: Reward Gateway
Reward Gateway helps more than 1,700 of the world's leading companies to attract, engage and retain their best people with an employee engagement platform that brings employee benefits, discounts and perks, reward and recognition, employee wellbeing and employee feedback into one unified hub. "
 target: Brand Integrity
Brand Integrity is an employee engagement software and consulting company that helps businesses build the right environment for employee engagement and drive measurable and sustainable culture change.
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closed 3/22/2018 via Company Press Release

Mitrefinch Ltd., acquired Advance Systems

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synopsis: Mitrefinch has acquired Advance Systems America, which has been a partner of Mitrefinch for 8 years, selling its time and attendance solutions to US-based businesses. Advance Systems provides robust and secure workforce management software helps leading global companies eliminate manual processes and achieve greater HR compliance.
buyer: Mitrefinch Ltd.
Mitrefinch is a leading provider of Intelligent Employee Management Solutions to medium-to-large organisations in both private and public sectors. Mitrefinch solutions help clients’ measure, analyse and manage employees'​ working time, and deploy human resources more efficiently. "
 target: Advance Systems
Advance Systems ensures that businesses always have the right people in the right place, at the right time. Their robust and secure workforce management software helps leading global companies eliminate manual processes and achieve greater HR compliance.
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announced 2/27/2018 via BNC Analysis

Elmo Talent Management Software, will acquire Pivot Software Ltd

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synopsis: Cloud-based HR software provider Pivot Software announced that they will be acquired by ELMO Software Limited, an ASX listed provider of cloud HR and payroll solutions. Pivot Software provides HR software solutions that enable organisations to improve the effectiveness of key processes like remuneration and performance management.
buyer: Elmo Talent Management Software (ASX:ELO:$30.74)
ELMO is the leading talent management software company in Australia and New Zealand. They provide innovative HR cloud technology to more than 800 organizations across the Asia Pacific region. ELMO offers a suite of integrated Talent Management Solutions and a comprehensive, editable Course Library. "
 target: Pivot Software Ltd
Pivot Software provides human resource software solutions that enable organisations to improve the effectiveness of key processes like remuneration and performance management. They enable clients to improve their control over the complex and often emotional human resource processes.
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closed 1/11/2018 via PR Newswire

SwipeClock LLC, acquired Shugo, LLC

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synopsis: SwipeClock, a leading provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions, has acquired Shugo, a provider of SaaS-based workforce products and services. Shugo's product line includes FileGuardian, a secure way to send files and emails, PUSH, a mobile payroll reporting solution, and HUB, an intuitive and customizable employee portal.
buyer parent: Inverness Graham Investments
buyer: SwipeClock LLC
SwipeClock is a leading provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions that helps their clients manage their most important and expensive asset—employees. SwipeClock enables small and medium sized businesses to lower labor costs, comply with regulatory mandates, and maximize their profits. "
 target: Shugo, LLC
Shugo is a provider of innovative SaaS-based workforce products and services for small and medium-sized businesses. Shugo's product line includes FileGuardian, a secure way to send files and emails, PUSH, a mobile payroll reporting solution, and HUB, an intuitive and customizable employee portal.
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closed 12/27/2017 via BNC Analysis

Lucca, acquired Nereo

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synopsis: Lucca, a French software company that provides different software as a service (SaaS) solutions to automate the HR and administrative processes of companies has acquired Nereo. Nereo is a Saint Etienne, France-based human resources management software vendor that is specialized in leave management.
buyer: Lucca
Lucca is a French software company that provides different SaaS solutions to automate the HR and administrative processes of companies. These include: Vacation management system – Figgo, Expense report management system – Cleemy, Distribution of electronic payslips – Pagga, and more. "
 target: Nereo
Nereo is a Saint Etienne, France-based human resources management software vendor that offers its customers solutions that are accessible online to facilitate time-consuming tasks such as leave, time and activity management and expense reports.
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closed 11/29/2017 via BusinessWire

Bullhorn, Inc, acquired Peoplenet

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synopsis: Bullhorn, the cloud computing company that helps staffing and recruiting organizations transform their businesses, announced that it has acquired Peoplenet, a leading provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions.
buyer parent: Insight Venture Partners
buyer: Bullhorn, Inc
Bullhorn is the global leader in CRM and operations software for the recruitment industry. More than 7,000 staffing companies rely on Bullhorn’s cloud-based platform to drive sales, build relationships, and power their recruitment processes from end to end. "
 target: Peoplenet
Peoplenet was founded with the goal of simplifying the function of time keeping so that business leaders could get back to managing people. Peoplenet offers automated, fully-hosted time and attendance solutions that are simple and help staffing agencies provide their clients with excellent service.
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closed 7/13/2017 via PE Hub

Inverness Graham Investments, acquired SwipeClock LLC

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synopsis: Inverness Graham has acquired SwipeClock, a provider of cloud-based integrated workforce management software solutions that include automated time and attendance and advanced scheduling. SwipeClock's products are sold through over 850 partners to more than 26,000 businesses.
buyer: Inverness Graham Investments
Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, Inverness Graham is an operationally focused private investment firm with over $500 million of assets under management. Inverness Graham acquires high growth, innovative manufacturing, technology and services companies. "
 target parent: NexPhase Capital
target: SwipeClock LLC
SwipeClock is a leading provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions that helps their clients manage their most important and expensive asset—employees. SwipeClock enables small and medium sized businesses to lower labor costs, comply with regulatory mandates, and maximize their profits.
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closed 9/4/2019 via PR Newswire

Providence Equity Partners Inc., acquired TimeClock Plus

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synopsis: TimeClock Plus, an industry leading workforce management software provider, announced a majority investment from funds advised by Providence Equity Partners, a premier private equity firm that specializes in the media, communications, education and information industries.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence is a global asset management firm with approximately $40 billion in aggregate capital commitments. Providence pioneered a sector-focused approach to private equity investing with the vision that a dedicated team of industry experts could build exceptional companies of enduring value. "
 target: TimeClock Plus
TimeClock Plus is an industry-leading workforce management software provider. TimeClock Plus delivers best-in-class time and attendance solutions. TimeClock Plus has helped thousands of organizations meet their complex timekeeping, employee scheduling, leave management, and other workforce needs.
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closed 4/8/2020 via BNC Analysis

KPA L.L.C., acquired Multimedia Training Systems (MTS)

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synopsis: KPA, a leading provider of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) and Workforce Compliance software, consulting, and training, announced the acquisition of Multimedia Training Systems (MTS), a safety training company specializing in life-saving video programs for the manufacturing industry.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: KPA L.L.C.
KPA is a market leader in cloud-based Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) risk management solutions for the automotive, collision repair, manufacturing, insurance, and distribution & logistics industries. KPA’s innovative software platform combined delivers a comprehensive solution. "
 target: Multimedia Training Systems (MTS)
Multimedia Training Systems (MTS) provides safety training that changes employee behavior, prevents injuries and saves lives. MTS is recognized as a safety leader in the steel industry with training being used by more than 90% of North America steel mills.
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announced 3/11/2020 via Company Press Release

Learning Technologies Group, will acquire Blackboard Open LMS

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synopsis: Learning Technologies Group plc is to acquire all intellectual property and assets relating to Blackboard’s Open LMS platform. Blackboard Open LMS™ provides a strong, open source foundation for competency-based blended, online and professional learning to drive institutional and organizational effectiveness.
buyer: Learning Technologies Group (AIM:LTG:$147.86)
Learning Technologies Group plc (LTG) is a market-leader in the fast-growing workplace digital learning and talent management market. LTG offers large organizations a new approach to learning and talent in a business world driven by digital transformation. "
 target parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: Blackboard Open LMS
Blackboard Open LMS™ provides a strong, open source foundation for competency-based blended, online and professional learning to drive institutional and organizational effectiveness.
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announced 3/6/2020 via BusinessWire

CPP Investment Board, Montagu Private Equity, will acquire Galileo Global Education

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synopsis: Galileo Global Education, a leading international provider of higher education and Europe’s largest higher education group, is to be acquired by a consortium comprised of global long-term institutional investors, including Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Montagu, alongside existing shareholders Téthys Invest and Bpifrance.
buyer: CPP Investment Board
buyer: Montagu Private Equity
The consortium is comprised of global long-term institutional investors, including Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, CPP Investment Board Europe S.à r.l., and Montagu, alongside existing shareholders Téthys Invest and Bpifrance. "
 target parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: Galileo Global Education
Galileo Global Education is a post-secondary education group focused on providing students with access to higher education in the fields of applied arts, design, communication and management, in selected countries around the world.
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closed 12/20/2019 via BusinessWire

Flow Hospitality Training merged with MAPAL Software,

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synopsis: MAPAL Software, a developer and supplier of workforce management, business analytics and back-of-house software for the hospitality sector, and Flow Hospitality Training, a learning management system for the hospitality sector, announced a combination to create a leading provider of technology solutions for the European hospitality sector.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: MAPAL Software
Founded in 2008 and based in Madrid, Spain, MAPAL Software is a developer and supplier of workforce management, business analytics and back-of-house software for the hospitality sector. "
 target: Flow Hospitality Training
Founded in 2009 and based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Flow is a learning management system for the hospitality sector. Flow delivers a suite of online training modules to over 400,000 unique users through FlowZone Manager – its flagship management system.
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closed 12/18/2019 via BNC Analysis

TES Global, acquired Edval Timetables

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synopsis: Tes Global, the digital education business, has acquired Edval, a leading provider of school timetabling software. Edval's tools make the whole process less time consuming and more efficient for schools. The acquisition of Edval will expand the portfolio of software enabled services that Tes provides to schools.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: TES Global
UK-based TES Global is a leader in using digital technology to make life easier for schools and teachers. The services offered through Tes.com play a critical role helping teachers deal with the challenges of providing high quality education to millions of children across the globe. "
 target: Edval Timetables
Edval Education Pty Ltd is a leading provider of school timetabling software. Their tools make the whole process less time consuming and more efficient for schools. Using Edval can help schools save money and improve staff retention through smarter scheduling.
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closed 12/18/2019 via BusinessWire

Providence Equity Partners Inc., acquired Smartly.io

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synopsis: Providence Equity Partners, a premier private equity firm, has acquired a majority stake in Smartly.io, leading global creative and digital advertising platform. Smartly.io offers an easy-to-use SaaS tool that provides marketers a quick way to create, manage & optimize every aspect of a successful social advertising campaign.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence is a premier global asset management firm with over $45 billion in aggregate capital commitments. Providence pioneered a sector-focused approach to private equity investing with the vision that a dedicated team of industry experts could build exceptional companies of enduring value. "
 target: Smartly.io
Smartly.io a leading global creative and digital advertising platform. Smartly.io automates every step of social advertising to unlock greater performance. Their easy-to-use SaaS tool offers marketers a quick way to create, manage & optimize every aspect of a successful social advertising campaign.
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closed 11/20/2019 via Company Press Release

Providence Equity Partners Inc., acquired N2Y

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synopsis: n2y LLC, a leading provider of software, curriculum and tools to the K-12 special education market, was acquired by Providence Equity Partners, a premier private equity firm that specializes in the media, communications, education and information industries.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence is a premier global asset management firm with over $45 billion in aggregate capital commitments. Providence pioneered a sector-focused approach to private equity investing with the vision that a dedicated team of industry experts could build exceptional companies of enduring value. "
 target parent: The Riverside Company
target: N2Y
n2y seamlessly delivers a complete instructional program tailored to help individuals with unique learning needs access the general education curriculum. It frees educators to empower learning with standards-based academic content, data collection, learning games and a classroom management resource.
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closed 11/7/2019 via GlobeNewswire

DoubleVerify, Inc, acquired Ad-Juster

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synopsis: DoubleVerify, the leading independent platform for digital media measurement and analytics, announced the acquisition of Ad-Juster, a SaaS-based reporting and analytics platform for digital publishers.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: DoubleVerify, Inc
DoubleVerify is the leading independent provider of marketing measurement software, data and analytics that authenticates the quality and effectiveness of digital media for the world's largest brands and media platforms. "
 target: Ad-Juster
Ad-Juster is a market-leading SaaS provider of unified data reporting and analytics for digital advertising. Ad-Juster delivers a digital advertising measurement product line to streamline workflows, overcome billing discrepancies, optimize programmatic performance and maximize revenue.
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closed 10/29/2019 via BusinessWire

ShootProof, acquired Design Aglow

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synopsis: ShootProof, a global provider of online gallery software and related services for professional and semi-professional photographers, has acquired Design Aglow, an e-commerce platform offering custom wholesale print products and sales tools to photographers.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: ShootProof
ShootProof is a leading provider of online gallery software, sales, and business management tools for professional and semi-professional photographers around the world. Its user-friendly platform enables photographers to share and sell their photos commission-free in customizable galleries and apps."
 target: Design Aglow
Design Aglow's e-commerce platform offers custom wholesale print products and sales tools to photographers. They are an industry leader for information, education, and tools created for the success of professional photographers.
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closed 9/12/2019 via BusinessWire

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co., acquired Burning Glass Technologies

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synopsis: KKR, a leading global investment firm, has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Burning Glass from Providence Strategic Growth. Burning Glass Technologies delivers job market analytics that empower employers, workers, and educators to make data-driven decisions.
buyer: Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR:$698.58)
KKR is a leading global investment firm that manages multiple alternative asset classes, including private equity, growth equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate and credit, with strategic manager partnerships that manage hedge funds. "
 target parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: Burning Glass Technologies
Burning Glass Technologies delivers job market analytics that empower employers, workers, and educators to make data-driven decisions. The company’s AI technology analyzes hundreds of millions of job postings and real-life career transitions to provide insight into labor market patterns.
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closed 9/4/2019 via PR Newswire

Providence Equity Partners Inc., acquired TimeClock Plus

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synopsis: TimeClock Plus, an industry leading workforce management software provider, announced a majority investment from funds advised by Providence Equity Partners, a premier private equity firm that specializes in the media, communications, education and information industries.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence is a global asset management firm with approximately $40 billion in aggregate capital commitments. Providence pioneered a sector-focused approach to private equity investing with the vision that a dedicated team of industry experts could build exceptional companies of enduring value. "
 target: TimeClock Plus
TimeClock Plus is an industry-leading workforce management software provider. TimeClock Plus delivers best-in-class time and attendance solutions. TimeClock Plus has helped thousands of organizations meet their complex timekeeping, employee scheduling, leave management, and other workforce needs.
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closed 8/14/2019 via BusinessWire

ShootProof, acquired Cole's Classroom

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synopsis: ShootProof, a leading global provider of online gallery software and related services for professional and semi-professional photographers, announced the acquisition of Cole's Classroom, an online education platform offering creative and entrepreneurial education to photographers around the world.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: ShootProof
ShootProof is a leading provider of online gallery software and sales tools for professional and semi-professional photographers around the world. Founded in 2010, ShootProof serves tens of thousands of photographers in 38 countries, offering 18 different languages for galleries. "
 target: Cole's Classroom
Cole's Classroom is an online education platform offering creative and entrepreneurial education to photographers around the world. Over half a million photographers have viewed more than 11 million minutes of online instruction via Cole's Classroom.
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closed 9/26/2019 via Company Press Release

Genstar Capital LLC, acquired OEConnection LLC

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synopsis: Genstar Capital, a leading private equity firm, has acquired a majority stake in OEConnection LLC (OEC) from Providence Equity Partners, a premier global asset management firm. OEC is the leading global automotive technology provider for OEM (original equipment manufacturer) distribution networks.
buyer: Genstar Capital LLC
Genstar Capital is a leading private equity firm that actively invests in high quality companies. Genstar works in partnership with its management teams and its network of strategic advisors to transform its portfolio companies into industry-leading businesses. "
 target parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: OEConnection LLC
OEC is the leading global automotive technology provider for OEM (original equipment manufacturer) distribution networks. Its suite of ecommerce, pricing, supply chain, business intelligence, part cataloging, data solutions, and services helps automakers and their dealer networks sell more OE parts.
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closed 9/5/2019 via BusinessWire

Providence Equity Partners Inc., acquired I'Car Systems SARL

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synopsis: Providence Equity Partners, a global asset management firm with approximately $40 billion in aggregate capital commitments, has acquired I’Car Systems-DATAFIRST Group, a French company that develops I’Car DMS, a Dealer Management System software dedicated to the automotive industry.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence is a global asset management firm with approximately $40 billion in aggregate capital commitments. Providence pioneered a sector-focused approach to private equity investing with the vision that a dedicated team of industry experts could build exceptional companies of enduring value. "
 target parent: Argos Wityu
target: I'Car Systems SARL
France's I'Car Systems develops I’Car DMS, a Dealer Management System software dedicated to the automotive industry. They also provide project management, training, and customer support services for automotive repairers, automotive distributors and automotive spare parts warehouses.
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closed 5/30/2019 via BusinessWire

ShootProof, acquired Táve

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synopsis: ShootProof, a leading global provider of online gallery software and related services for professional and semi-professional photographers, announced the acquisition of Táve, a SaaS company offering one of the most advanced and customizable platforms for managing creative event-based businesses.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: ShootProof
ShootProof is a leading provider of online gallery software and sales tools for professional and semi-professional photographers around the world. Founded in 2010, ShootProof serves tens of thousands of photographers in 38 countries, offering 18 different languages for galleries. "
 target: Táve
Táve is a cloud-based studio management solution that enables businesses to automate workflow with proposals, booking management, invoicing, expense tracking, activity monitoring, online contract signing and more.
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closed 5/14/2019 via BNC Analysis

INE, acquired eLearnSecurity

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synopsis: eLearnSecurity, a security training company, has been acquired by INE, a provider of technical training for the IT industry and a portfolio company of Providence Equity Partners. Based in Santa Clara, California, eLearnSecurity has become the premier provider of online cybersecurity training courses and virtual labs for IT Security professionals.
buyer parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
buyer: INE
INE is the premiere provider of Technical Training for the IT Industry. INE’s portfolio of trainings is built for levels of technical learning specializing in advanced networking technologies, next generation security and infrastructure programming and development. "
 target: eLearnSecurity
Based in Santa Clara, California and with offices in Italy and the U.A.E., eLearnSecurity has become the premier provider of online cybersecurity training courses and virtual labs for IT Security professionals. Its flexible, self-paced e-learning courses include real-world cybersecurity scenarios.
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announced 4/3/2019 via PE Hub

Providence Equity Partners Inc., will acquire GlobalTranz

See 102 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Providence Equity Partners has agreed to acquire GlobalTranz Enterprises Inc,a technology-driven third-party logistics solutions provider, from The Jordan Company. lobalTranz is leading the logistics software and services market in innovative technology that optimizes the efficiency of freight movement.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence is a global asset management firm with approximately $40 billion in aggregate capital commitments. Providence pioneered a sector-focused approach to private equity investing with the vision that a dedicated team of industry experts could build exceptional companies of enduring value. "
 target parent: The Jordan Company
target: GlobalTranz
GlobalTranz is a technology company providing award-winning cloud-based multi-modal Transportation Management System (TMS) products to shippers and carriers. GlobalTranz is leading the logistics software and services market in innovative technology that optimizes the efficiency of freight movement.
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announced 3/13/2019 via Company Press Release

Providence Equity Partners Inc., will acquire OpusCapita Group Oy

See 359 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Posti Group Corporation has agreed to sell OpusCapita Solutions Oy, its fully owned subsidiary, to a fund managed by Providence Equity Partners L.L.C (Providence). OpusCapita helps organizations sell, buy and pay more effectively by providing them with extended purchase-to-pay and order-to-cash solutions.
buyer: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
Providence Equity Partners is a premier global asset management firm with $30 billion in assets under management across complementary private equity and credit businesses. Providence has invested in more than 180 companies and has become a leading equity investment firm. "
 target parent: Posti Group
target: OpusCapita Group Oy
OpusCapita helps organizations sell, buy and pay more effectively by providing them with extended purchase-to-pay and order-to-cash solutions. With 200 million transactions processed annually by over 3,000 customers across more than 100 countries,
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closed 4/30/2019 via Company Press Release

Reverence Capital Partners LLC, acquired Transact Campus Inc

See 38 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Blackboard Inc. announced that the company has completed the sale of its Blackboard Transact business unit to Reverence Capital Partners, LP. Through transformative payments, Transact partners with institutions to help them make their student and family experience mobile-centric.
buyer: Reverence Capital Partners LLC
Reverence Capital Partners is a private investment firm focused on thematic investing in leading global, middle-market financial services businesses through control and influence oriented investments. "
 target parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: Transact Campus Inc (ONE:$152.00)
Through transformative payments, Transact partners with institutions to help them make their student and family experience mobile-centric. Transact's open enterprise-class cloud platform enables mission-critical capabilities that translate into superior student and family experiences.
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announced 2/21/2019 via Company Press Release

Ardian, will acquire Study Group International Ltd.

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synopsis: Ardian, France's world-leading private investment house, announced it has reached an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Study Group, the leading provider of international education based in the UK, from Providence Equity Partners, a premier global asset management firm.
buyer: Ardian
Headquartered in France, Ardian is a world-leading private investment house with assets of $90bn managed or advised in Europe, the Americas and Asia. Ardian focuses on delivering excellent investment performance to its global investor base. "
 target parent: Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: Study Group International Ltd.
Study Group is a leading provider of international education. With 48 university partners around the world, it enables students to succeed at any degree level, by helping them develop the necessary study and language skills to which they may not have had access in their local education systems.
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closed 1/30/2017 via BNC Analysis

Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG, acquired WEBfactory GmbH

See 65 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Fidura Private Equity Fonds has sold their majority stake in the software company WEBfactory GmbH in Buchen (Odenwald) successfully to Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG (TWL). WEBFactory provides standard software for the surveillance and control of machines and industrial systems and for the online analysis and assessment of production data.
buyer: Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG
Technische Werke Ludwigshafen AG (TWL) is a local utility company based in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany. TWL has for over 100 years supplied the city of Ludwigshafen with electricity, gas, refrigeration, water and district heating. "
 target parent: Fidura Private Equity Fonds
target: WEBfactory GmbH
WEBfactory GmbH, headquartered in Baden-Württemberg, Buchen, provides standard software for the surveillance and control of machines and industrial systems and for the online analysis and assessment of production data.
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closed 11/28/2016 via Market Wire

N. Harris Computer Corporation, acquired iMDsoft

See 65 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Constellation Software Inc., announced its wholly-owned subsidiary N. Harris Computer Corporation has acquired all of the shares of I.M.D. Soft Limited a leading international clinical information systems software provider.
buyer parent: Constellation Software, Inc.
buyer: N. Harris Computer Corporation
Harris has focused on providing feature-rich and robust turnkey solutions to Public Sector, Schools, Utility, and Health Care agencies throughout North America. Harris’ focus is on creating long-term relationships with its customers and ensuring that it meets the changing needs of its customers. "
 target parent: TPG Capital
target: iMDsoft
iMDsoft is a leading provider of proven clinical information systems worldwide. The Company’s products are designed to enhance quality of care for critically ill patients and improve financial performance for healthcare providers.
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closed 7/9/2012 via PR Newswire

MetrixLab, acquired MarketTools Inc.

See 65 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: MetrixLab, a global provider of online consumer research services, announced that it has acquired MarketTools Research Solutions Inc., a leader in services and software for market research, from TPG Growth. MarketTools is known for pioneering some of the first research technologies on the Internet.
buyer: MetrixLab
MetrixLab is a fast-growing global provider of online consumer research services. Its solutions are employed by over half of the Top 100 Global Brands such as Microsoft, Philips, Google and Heineken. The company is headquartered in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. "
 target parent: TPG Capital
target: MarketTools Inc.
MarketTools is the leading provider of services and software for market research. Through the use of advanced respondent engagement techniques and comprehensive analytic tools, MarketTools helps clients innovate, optimize and execute programs that deliver high-value business impact.
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announced 1/23/2019 via PR Newswire

Dynata, will acquire Reimagine Holdings Group

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synopsis: Dynata, a global leader in first-party data and data services, announces it has reached an agreement to acquire Reimagine Holdings Group, a global leader in data creation and technology-enabled business intelligence headquartered in Westport, Connecticut.
buyer parent: Court Square Capital Partners
buyer: Dynata
Dynata is the premier global provider of data solutions and technology for consumer and B2B survey research. Dynata reaches participants in 90+ sample countries via internet, telephone, mobile/wireless and mixed-access offerings. "
 target: Reimagine Holdings Group
Reimagine is a global leader in data creation for business intelligence, and has redefined the insights industry by acquiring and investing in growth-oriented, technology-enabled service companies.
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closed 5/23/2018 via BNC Analysis

startup300 AG, acquired Pioneers.io

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synopsis: startup300, an Austrian angel investor network and business accelerator, has acquired Pioneers.io, an international relationship builder in the tech and startup scene. Pioneers' flagship event, Pioneers Festival, brings together a global community of 2,500 founders, investors, and innovation executives to build partnerships and shape the future.
buyer: startup300 AG
startup300 is an Austrian angel investor network and business accelerator that offers their services to Austrian startups. The group consists of 142 angels and investors that help startups grow their businesses. They focus on startups that have scalable, innovative or disruptive business models. "
 target: Pioneers.io
Pioneers.io is an international relationship builder in the tech and startup scene, offering events, consulting, and investment. Their Pioneers Festival event brings together a global community of 2,500 founders, investors, and innovation executives to build partnerships and shape the future.
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closed 3/14/2017 via PR Newswire

The Shipyard, acquired TOMORRO\\\ LLC

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Shipyard, an independent marketing firm, today announces the acquisition of TOMORRO\\\, an innovation consultancy led by marketing icon Jon Bond – combining the companies' strategic, creative and data-centric talents to address rising demand from businesses seeking to inoculate themselves against Disruption.
buyer: The Shipyard
The Shipyard is an independent marketing consultancy and the first "marketing engineering" firm. It is creating digital transformation for the world's most significant brands- where high velocity content creation meets big data, where competitive strategy meets creative and disruptive advertising. "
 target: TOMORRO\\\ LLC
TOMORRO\\\ LLC is a consultancy designed to accelerate brand value through the adoption of the most forward-thinking marketing approaches and technologies. TOMORRO\\\ is an active investor and advisor in ad technology companies.
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announced 1/31/2017 via BNC Analysis

Capiton AG, will acquire Gemaco N.V.

See 16 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Capiton has entered into an agreement on the acquisition of a majority stake in Gemaco Group with the current majority shareholder Saffelberg Investments. Gemaco Group based with its headquarters in Mechelen, Belgium is a leading provider of full-service merchandising and promotional marketing solutions for global industry.
buyer: Capiton AG
Capiton is an owner-managed financial investor that invests in large SMEs in Germany, Austria and Switzerland by means of MBOs and expansion financing. capiton's roots go back to the late 1970s. "
 target parent: Saffelberg Investments
target: Gemaco N.V.
Gemaco Group based with its headquarters in Mechelen, Belgium is a leading provider of full-service merchandising and promotional marketing solutions for global industry and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) customers. The Group has 13 locations worldwide.
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$96
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closed 12/21/2016 via Company Press Release

New Hope Communications Inc., acquired Nutrition Capital Network

See 1 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: New Hope, a company that helps suppliers, manufacturers & retailers bring healthy, organic & natural products to life, has acquired the assets of Nutrition Capital Network (NCN), a company that holds four annual investor meetings which focus on investment and acquisition opportunities in branded products, ingredients and technology.
buyer parent: Informa plc
buyer: New Hope Communications Inc.
New Hope Network is at the forefront of the healthy lifestyle products industry. With solutions for the complete supply chain from manufacturers, retailers/distributors and service providers, the network offers a robust portfolio of content, events, data, research and consultative services. "
 target: Nutrition Capital Network
Nutrition Capital Network holds four annual investor meetings which focus on investment and acquisition opportunities in branded products, ingredients and technology. They facilitate financing for growing companies and introduce investors to the next generation of brands.
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announced 5/3/2018 via PR Newswire

RMRM Holdings, Sound Point Capital Management, will acquire Relativity Media, LLC

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synopsis: Relativity Media has agreed to sell all of its assets to UltraV Holdings LLC, a joint venture among funds managed by Sound Point Capital Management and RMRM Holdings. Relativity Media operates a portfolio of major studio quality film assets with the capabilities and infrastructure to produce and distribute high caliber, original content.
buyer: RMRM Holdings
buyer: Sound Point Capital Management
UltraV Holdings LLC is a joint venture among funds managed by Sound Point Capital Management, a New York-based asset management firm with approximately $17 billion of assets under management, and RMRM Holdings, which is led by David Robbins, Lex Miron and Larry Robbins. "
 target: Relativity Media, LLC
Relativity Media operates a portfolio of major studio quality film assets with the capabilities and infrastructure to produce and distribute high caliber, original content. They are engaged in the production and distribution of movies, television, fashion, sports, digital and music.
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announced 1/4/2018 via PR Newswire

SilverLake, will acquire Weld North Education

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synopsis: Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, announced that it will acquire a majority stake in Weld North Education (WNE), a leading digital education technology company focused on developing digital curriculum and tools for preK-12th grade, from KKR.
buyer: SilverLake
Silver Lake is the global leader in technology investing, with about $39 billion in combined assets under management and committed capital and a team of approximately 100 investment and value creation professionals located in Silicon Valley, New York, London, Hong Kong and Tokyo. "
 target parent: Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
target: Weld North Education
Weld North Education operates a platform of digital and SaaS educational solution businesses and makes control investments in high potential businesses in the education industry.
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announced 3/14/2017 via BNC Analysis

Boubyan Petrochemical Company, will acquire Educational Holding Group

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synopsis: Boubyan Petrochemicals, the first private-sector company in Kuwait that invested in the government-controlled petrochemical sector, is to acquire majority stake in Educational Holding Group, the first private educational investments organization in Kuwait. Boubyan Petrochemicals is looking to buy 32.8% stake and currently hold 21.12% stake.
buyer: Boubyan Petrochemical Company (KWSE:BPCC:$93.42)
Boubyan Petrochemical Company K.S.C., a Kuwaiti shareholding company listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange, is the first private-sector company in Kuwait that invested in the government-controlled petrochemical sector. The company was established on February 12, 1995 "
 target: Educational Holding Group (KWSE:EDU:$38.04)
Founded in 1982, Educational Holding Group was the first private educational investments organization in Kuwait. The group has grown manifold with a portfolio that covers the entire educational life-cycle, ranging from K-12, tertiary education and vocational training and development.
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closed 12/8/2005 via BusinessWire

eLocalAccess, LLC merged with TradeMaven Group LLC,

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synopsis: TradeMaven LLC and eLocal today jointly announced they have merged the two firms to form TradeMaven Group LLC (TMG). The merger is one of the most significant in the online trading industry, combining TradeMaven's leading technology for online trading with eLocal's exceptional retail and institutional execution and brokerage services.
buyer: TradeMaven Group LLC
TradeMaven was founded with the mission of providing high-performance and cost-effective trading software for experienced and new traders. TM is used by Futures, Forex & Bond Traders worldwide. "
 target: eLocalAccess, LLC
eLOCAL was established and registered with the NFA and CFTC in July 2000 culminating in the merger of two large independent local clearing firms at the Chicago Board of Trade.
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announced 5/15/2009 via AP - Associated Press

Nordnet Bank AB, will acquire eQ Corporation

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synopsis: Nordnet Bank AB has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in the Finnish company eQ, from Straumur Burdaras Investment Bank hf. eQ, the largest online-broker in Finland, has about 57 000 customer and the group specializes in investment services through three business areas; Securities Brokerage, Asset Management and Corporate Finance.
buyer: Nordnet Bank AB
The Nordnet Group provides user-friendly and cost efficient services to private investors and companies within share trading, mutual fund investments and pension savings plans. The holding company, Nordnet AB (plc), is listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange. "
 target parent: Straumur Burdaras Investment Bank, hf.
target: eQ Corporation
eQ, the largest online-broker in Finland, has about 57,000 customers and the group specializes in investment services through three business areas; Securities Brokerage, Asset Management and Corporate Finance.
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$51
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$34
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1.5x
EV / EBITDA
announced 5/21/2009 via BusinessWire

PFGBEST, will acquire Alaron Futures & Options

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synopsis: PFGBEST announced that it is purchasing the customer assets of Alaron. It will be formed into a new division called ATD, a division of PFGBEST. Both companies have been leaders in the futures industry for 20 years, through the evolution of online trading that helped level the playing field for retail futures market participants.
buyer: PFGBEST
PFGBEST is the second-largest non-clearing U.S. Futures Commission Merchant, with customers, affiliates and brokerage offices in more than 80 countries. It offers a range of trading and investor products and services for retail investors as well as for commercial and institutional clients. "
 target: Alaron Futures & Options
Alaron, founded in 1989 in Chicago, provides electronic and pit-based futures trading and asset management services to institutions and retail clients on five continents. Alaron built upon its core business by integrating global trading systems and analysis techniques used by professional traders.
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closed 1/15/2008 via PR Newswire

Lightspeed Professional Trading, LLC, acquired Integrity Trading Inc.

See 52 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Lightspeed Financial, LLC, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Integrity Trading Inc., a Direct Market Access broker/dealer that provides execution and clearing services to retail and institutional customers. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
buyer: Lightspeed Professional Trading, LLC
Lightspeed Professional Trading, LLC is a Direct Market Access trading and trading technology development business. Formerly E*TRADE Professional Trading, LLC, the firm was acquired by the current management team in a management buyout from E*TRADE Financial in 2006. "
 target: Integrity Trading Inc.
Integrity Trading International is a broker dealer registered in the United States offering clearing and execution to U.S. and foreign banks, broker dealers and individuals interested in accessing the U.S. market and reselling our services in foreign countries.
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closed 4/21/2020 via BNC Analysis

SoFi, acquired 8 Securities Limited

See 54 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Consumer financial services platform SoFi has acquired 8 Securities, a Hong Kong-based investing app. Targeted to personal investors, 8 Securities will rebrand to SoFi Hong Kong and will begin launching services in other markets in addition to Hong Kong. 8 Securities was the first mobile-only investment service and robo-advisor to launch in Asia.
buyer: SoFi
SoFi is a values-driven company on a mission to help members get their money right. They create modern financial products and services that help people borrow, save, spend, invest, and protect their money better, so that they can achieve financial independence and realize their ambitions. "
 target: 8 Securities Limited
Hong Kong-based 8 Securities is a cloud-based brokerage platform that provides simple, transparent, and affordable mobile investing solutions. The company allows users to trade over 15,000 US and Hong Kong stocks and exchange traded funds as much as they like free of commission.
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announced 1/30/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Guardian Capital Group, will acquire ModernAdvisor

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synopsis: Guardian Capital Group Limited, a Canadian diversified financial services company, will acquire Modern Advisor Canada Inc., a leading Canadian digital advisor platform. ModernAdvisor is a fintech start-up that helps investors to reach their investment goals through transparent, unbiased, and cost-effective investment management services.
buyer: Guardian Capital Group (TSX:GCG.A:$136.06)
Guardian Capital is a Canadian diversified financial services company operating in Asset Management and Financial Advisory. Guardian provides investment management services, financial advisory services, retail distribution of mutual funds, insurance, and general corporate services. "
 target: ModernAdvisor
Vancouver-based ModernAdvisor is a digital investment management company. ModernAdvisor uses technology to help advisors bring Canadians intelligent investing options, allowing them to reach their investment goals through transparent, unbiased, and cost-effective investment management services.
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announced 12/2/2015 via BNC Analysis

Wealthsimple, will acquire ShareOwner

See 54 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Wealthsimple Financial Inc., Canada's leading online investing service, announced it has acquired Canadian ShareOwner Investments Inc., the country's first automated investment manager.
buyer: Wealthsimple
Wealthsimple is Canada's leading online investment manager, making smart and simple investing accessible to all Canadians with low minimums and low fees. Their on-demand financial planning services and investment advice educate clients and keep their investments on track. "
 target: ShareOwner
ShareOwner (Canadian ShareOwner Investments) has been providing independent investment education and low-cost investing services to retail investors since 1987.
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closed 11/3/2014 via BusinessWire

Evercore Partners Inc., acquired ISI Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Evercore announced that it has acquired the operating businesses of ISI International Strategy & Investment (“ISI”). ISI is a leading independent research-driven equity sales and agency trading firm. ISI is a full service broker-dealer offering macro and fundamental research, sales and trading.
buyer: Evercore Partners Inc. (EVR:$1,004.73)
Evercore Partners is a leading independent investment banking advisory firm. Evercore’s Investment Banking business advises its clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, financings, public offerings, private placements and other strategic transactions. "
 target: ISI Group, Inc.
ISI is a leading independent research-driven equity sales and agency trading firm. ISI strives to be the Street’s best investment research resource for their clients' money management performance. ISI is a full service broker-dealer offering macro and fundamental research, sales and trading.
price ($mm)
$132
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closed 10/1/2010 via BNC Analysis

FXCM Inc., acquired ODL Securities

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: ODL Group Limited (“ODL”), a leading, independent forex, derivatives, equities and commodities broker, has been acquired by US-based FXCM Holdings LLC (“FXCM”), a leading global forex broker that caters to both retail and institutional markets.
buyer: FXCM Inc. (GLBR:$417.32)
FXCM Inc. is a global online provider of foreign exchange (forex) trading and related services to retail and institutional customers worldwide. Clients benefit from FXCM's large network of forex liquidity providers enabling FXCM to offer competitive spreads on major currency pairs. "
 target: ODL Securities
ODL Securities Limited (ODLS) commenced trading early in 1995. Initially it specialised in derivatives and equities but recently has seen significant growth in foreign exchange, equity CFDs, Corporate and Government bond trading and other over-the-counter (OTC) products.
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$55
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Ticker: ASX:RNL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Rision Limited
Rision Limited
Rision is an intuitive team planning and analytics platform that solves the complex people problems that can slow business down. The system lets users roster and schedule staff, fill last-minute shifts and get real time analytics on team performance in minutes, not hours.
year
2015
rev ($mm)
$0.00
EBITDA ($mm)
($2.24)
EBIT ($mm)
($2.24)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
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Ticker: WDAY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Workday, Inc.
Workday, Inc.
Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources. Founded in 2005, Workday delivers financial management, human capital management, and analytics applications designed for the world's largest companies, educational institutions, and government agencies.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$3,244.62
EBITDA ($mm)
($277.78)
EBIT ($mm)
($523.92)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
11400
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Ticker: HLAN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hilan Ltd.
Hilan Ltd.
Hilan Ltd. is the leading ASP - Application Service Provider in Israel, for overall management of the human resource in the organization: payroll, human resources, time & attendance and pension administration.
year
2013
rev ($mm)
$122.16
EBITDA ($mm)
$22.24
EBIT ($mm)
$19.63
Net Income ($mm)
$13.89
Employees
300
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Ticker: ASX:RDY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ReadyTech Holdings Limited
ReadyTech Holdings Limited
ReadyTech is an Australian provider of people management software for employment and education. ReadyTech offers a complete student management system for institutions and training organisations. For employers they offer a complete payroll, HR admin and work health and safety management system.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$22.12
EBITDA ($mm)
$1.02
EBIT ($mm)
($0.47)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
160
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Ticker: ASX:PYG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PayGroup Ltd
PayGroup Ltd
Headquartered in Melbourne Australia, PayGroup is the holding company of Pay Asia Pte Limited. Pay Asia, headquartered in Singapore, is a trusted provider of Multi-Country Payroll and cloud based Software as a Service (SaaS) Human Resource Outsourcing Solutions.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$7.20
EBITDA ($mm)
($1.41)
EBIT ($mm)
($1.61)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
183
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Ticker: VCSY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Vertical Computer Systems, Inc.
Vertical Computer Systems, Inc.
Vertical Computer Systems, Inc. is a provider of administrative software, Internet core technologies, and derivative software application products through its distribution network.
year
2009
rev ($mm)
$5.40
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.93)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.97)
Net Income ($mm)
$3.50
Employees
26
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Ticker: IACH
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Information Architects Corporation
Information Architects Corporation
The company focuses on investigating acquisition partners and targets, as well as new business lines and services to add to existing software resources and enhance its ability to market its perceptre software asset.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
($1.66)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
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Ticker: CSOD
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cornerstone OnDemand, Inc.
Cornerstone OnDemand, Inc.
Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. is a global leader in cloud-based learning and human capital management software. The company’s solutions help organizations to realize the potential of the modern workforce.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$576.52
EBITDA ($mm)
$24.91
EBIT ($mm)
$11.93
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
1953
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Ticker: PCTY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Paylocity
Paylocity
Paylocity is a leading provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions. Paylocity offers an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses tackle challenges while moving them toward the promise of tomorrow.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$519.02
EBITDA ($mm)
$76.12
EBIT ($mm)
$57.54
Net Income ($mm)
$57.64
Employees
3050
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Ticker: CSLT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Castlight Health, Inc.
Castlight offers a health benefits platform that engages employees to make better healthcare decisions and enables employers to communicate and evaluate their benefit programs.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$93.12
EBITDA ($mm)
($62.93)
EBIT ($mm)
($65.98)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
464
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Ticker: JASDAQ:3910
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MKSystem
MKSystem
MKSystem Corporation provides cloud services in Japan. It offers system development and ASP services for social insurance labor consultant offices and corporations, labor insurance administration associations, SR Labor and management centers, and general corporate human resources.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$10.19
EBITDA ($mm)
$3.62
EBIT ($mm)
$3.17
Net Income ($mm)
$2.07
Employees
44
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Ticker: RTOBF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratos AB
Ratos AB
Ratos is a private equity company that invests in Nordic companies where their core expertise as a professional, active and responsible owner over time creates good value growth. Added value is created in connection with acquisition, development and divestment of these primarily unlisted companies.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$2,530.41
EBITDA ($mm)
$141.89
EBIT ($mm)
$80.55
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: SIVB
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Silicon Valley Bank
Silicon Valley Bank helps innovative companies and their investors move bold ideas forward, fast. They provide a full range of financial services to companies of all sizes in innovation centers around the world.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$2,387.31
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$824.79
Employees
2836
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Ticker: BX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Blackstone Group LP
Blackstone Group LP
Blackstone is one of the world’s leading investment firms. They seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for their investors, the companies they invest in, and the communities in which they work. They use extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,913.85
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$501.89
Employees
0
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Ticker: CG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Carlyle Group
Carlyle Group
The Carlyle Group is a global alternative asset manager with $193 billion of assets under management across 128 funds and 159 fund of funds vehicles as of June 30, 2015. Carlyle’s purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, many of whom are public pensions.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,544.30
EBITDA ($mm)
$357.20
EBIT ($mm)
$293.80
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: NYSE:APO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Apollo Global Management
Apollo Global Management
Apollo Global Management, LLC and its subsidiaries is a leading global alternative investment manager. They are contrarian, value-oriented investors in private equity, credit and real estate, with significant distressed expertise.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,537.25
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oaktree Capital Management, LLC
Oaktree Capital Management, LLC
Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments. They emphasize an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in distressed debt, corporate debt, control investing, convertible securities, real estate and listed equities.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$1,315.17
EBITDA ($mm)
$357.51
EBIT ($mm)
$331.49
Net Income ($mm)
$224.77
Employees
0
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Ticker: TSX:ONEX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Onex Corporation
Onex Corporation
Founded in 1984, Onex is one of the oldest and most successful private equity firms. They acquire and build high-quality businesses in partnership with talented management teams. They also invest in non-investment grade debt through credit funds and collateralized loan obligations.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$1,081.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$857.00
EBIT ($mm)
$822.00
Net Income ($mm)
$4,277.00
Employees
0
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Ticker: COWN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cowen Group, Inc.
Cowen Group, Inc.
Cowen Inc. is a diversified financial services firm that operates through two business segments: a broker dealer and an investment management division. Cowen Inc. focuses on delivering value-added capabilities to their clients in order to help them outperform.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$865.94
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$36.16
Employees
0
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Ticker: KKR
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
KKR is a leading global investment firm that manages investments across multiple asset classes including private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, capital markets, credit strategies, and hedge funds. With offices around the world, KKR manages assets through a variety of investment funds.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$698.58
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$15.21
Employees
0
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Ticker: EQT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
EQT AB
EQT AB
EQT is a leading Swedish investment firm with more than EUR 61B in raised capital across 29 funds and around EUR 40B in assets under management. EQT funds have portfolio companies in Europe, Asia and the US with total sales of more than EUR 19B and approximately 110,000 employees.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$670.81
EBITDA ($mm)
$215.55
EBIT ($mm)
$199.55
Net Income ($mm)
$178.52
Employees
0
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Ticker: PSEC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Prospect Capital Corporation
Prospect Capital Corporation is a business development company that operates as a closed-end, non-diversified investment company that lends to and invests in energy-related businesses.
year
2013
rev ($mm)
$625.80
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
$433.31
Net Income ($mm)
$292.38
Employees
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Ticker: TGOPF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3i Group Plc
3i Group Plc
3i Group plc is a multinational private equity and venture capital company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It has offices in 13 countries across the Americas, Asia and Europe and had total assets under management of £10.5 billion as at 31 March 2012.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$403.39
EBITDA ($mm)
$256.93
EBIT ($mm)
$253.21
Net Income ($mm)
$265.62
Employees
0
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Ticker: ENXTPA:FIM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fimalac SA
Fimalac SA
Fimalac is a diversified holding company, listed on the Paris Stock Exchange, founded and managed by Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière. Fimalac Group is engaged in private equity, digital media, live shows and hotels and recreation.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$392.72
EBITDA ($mm)
($13.56)
EBIT ($mm)
($54.12)
Net Income ($mm)
$68.47
Employees
2911
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Ticker: GIMB
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gimv
Gimv
Gimv is a European investment company with over three decades of experience in private equity and venture capital. Gimv currently manages around EUR 1.8 billion (including co-investment partnerships) of investments in about 50 portfolio companies.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$244.30
EBITDA ($mm)
$205.78
EBIT ($mm)
$204.62
Net Income ($mm)
$119.37
Employees
0
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Ticker: MAIN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Main Street Capital Corporation
Main Street Capital Corporation
Main Street Capital Corporation is a principal investment firm that provides long-term debt and equity capital to lower middle market companies and debt capital to middle market companies.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$238.16
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
$205.20
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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