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closed 4/8/2020 via BNC Analysis
Leisure Time Group, acquired Lime & Soda
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. "
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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 2/15/2022 via Company Press Release
Casta Diva Group, will acquire Genius Progetti
synopsis: Casta Diva Group, a multinational active in the communication sector, will acquire a 90% stake in Genius Progetti S.p.a., an international event agency based in Italy. Genius Progetti brings brands & clients together through incredible experiences. Their core competencies include corporate events, exhibition stands, and production concepts.
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Casta Diva Group
(BIT:CDG:$17.90)
Casta Diva Group is a multinational active in the communication sector, producing branded content, viral videos, digital content, films and corporate events. The Group is the world’s most extensive network of advertising film and event production. "
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Genius Progetti
Genius Progetti is an international event agency based in Italy. Genius Progetti brings brands & clients together through incredible experiences. Their core competencies include corporate events, exhibition stands, and production concepts.
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closed 3/1/2021 via BusinessWire
Kreps PR & Marketing merged with BrandStar,
synopsis: Kreps PR & Marketing has merged with BrandStar, an integrated production and marketing agency. Kreps PR is a full-service public relations firm. Kreps PR offers public relations, social media, marketing, event and activation, and crisis management services to clients in multiple industries.
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BrandStar
BrandStar is an integrated production and marketing agency. BrandStar combines creative storytelling, marketing strategy, results-driven media, technology innovation, and television production to help brands grow. They offer services for branded entertainment, marketing, production, and more. "
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Kreps PR & Marketing
Kreps PR & Marketing is a full-service public relations firm. Kreps PR offers public relations, social media, marketing, event and activation, and crisis management services to clients in multiple industries. They deliver measurable communications programs that build brand value.
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closed 12/11/2019 via Company Press Release
MSouth Equity Partners, acquired Nth Degree, Inc.
synopsis: Nth Degree, Inc., one of the nation’s leading event marketing and management companies, announced it has been acquired by MSouth Equity Partners. MSouth is a private equity investment firm that partners with business services companies and their management teams to drive growth.
buyer:
MSouth Equity Partners
target: Nth Degree, Inc.
MSouth Equity Partners is a private equity investment firm that provides equity capital and expertise to support management teams in acquisitions and recapitalizations of lower middle market companies typically valued between $25 and $200 million. "
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The Gladstone Companies
target: Nth Degree, Inc.
Nth Degree manages trade shows, exhibits, and events, using them as a means to create loyal customers for their clients. Their job is to craft experiences that help build stronger brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, they have 23 satellite offices across North America and Europe.
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closed 9/12/2019 via PR Newswire
Opus Agency, acquired Number 20
synopsis: Opus Agency, a global leader in event marketing, announced the acquisition of London-based Number 20, an established and respected event marketing agency providing total event management, venue selection, hotel and hospitality management, and onsite event management to clients in the UK and EMEA segment.
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Growth Catalyst Partners
buyer: Opus Agency
buyer: Opus Agency
Opus Agency is a strategic experiential marketing advisor to some of the world’s most influential brands. They partner with their clients to create remarkable events around the world, tying unforgettable experiences to unmistakable business results. "
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Number 20
Number 20 is an established and respected event marketing agency providing total event management, venue selection, hotel and hospitality management, and onsite event management to clients in the UK and EMEA segment.
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closed 9/11/2019 via PE Hub
Opus Agency, acquired Tencue Productions, Inc.
synopsis: Opus Agency, a leader of global event experiences, announced its acquisition of Tencue Productions, Inc., an award-winning creative and communications agency. Tencue specializes in bringing artistry to in-person and online events and offers industry-leading technical and design innovations to corporate event production for clients across the globe.
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Growth Catalyst Partners
buyer: Opus Agency
buyer: Opus Agency
Opus Agency is a strategic experiential marketing advisor to some of the world’s most influential brands. We partner with our clients to create remarkable events around the world, tying unforgettable experiences to unmistakable business results. "
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Tencue Productions, Inc.
Tencue Productions, Inc. is an award-winning creative and communications agency. Tencue specializes in bringing artistry and social science to in-person and online events and offers industry-leading technical and design innovations to corporate event production for clients across the globe.
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closed 11/28/2018 via Company Press Release
PRA, Inc., acquired One Smooth Stone
synopsis: PRA , a leading event management and solutions company has acquired One Smooth Stone. One Smooth Stone is an an event and communications agency. They design and produce events to help global brands achieve strategic objectives by producing a variety of face-to-face and online business events, engagement strategies and communication campaigns.
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CI Capital Partners LLC
buyer: PRA, Inc.
buyer: PRA, Inc.
PRA is a leading event management and solutions company. They serve some of the most respected companies in every major industry sector. They create end-to end integrated solutions for event experiences for meetings and incentives that move hearts, minds and businesses forward. "
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One Smooth Stone
One Smooth Stone is an event and communication agency. They've spent more than 20 years crafting and delivering events to help organizations achieve strategic objectives by producing events, communication strategies and destination experience.
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closed 9/12/2018 via BNC Analysis
DRP UK Limited, acquired HMX Corporate Communication Ltd
synopsis: drp, a creative communications agency, has acquired HMX Corporate Communication Ltd, a UK-based communications agency that specializes in producing effective and engaging video programmes, interactive media, and live events for businesses. HMX provides their services to leading professional services firms and high tech businesses.
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DRP UK Limited
DRP UK Limited operates as a communication agency. They are one of the longest established, trusted and uniquely integrated communication and production specialists, famous for making anything possible as they connect people, build brands and help grow organisations worldwide. "
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HMX Corporate Communication Ltd
HMX Corporate Communication is a UK-based communications agency that specializes in producing effective and engaging video programmes, interactive media, and live events for businesses. HMX provides their services to leading professional services firms and high tech businesses.
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closed 8/29/2018 via DGAP
ET Global Exhibit Group, acquired bluepool GmbH
synopsis: ET Global Exhibit Group, a global provider of three-dimensional brand experiences for Exhibits, Events and Environments, has acquired bluepool, a leading German provider of trade fair services. bluepool helps companies create unique brand presences at trade fairs and events.
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ET Global Exhibit Group
ET Global Exhibit Group is a global provider of three-dimensional brand experiences for Exhibits, Events and Environments. They specialize in innovative brand environments and exhibit spaces. Their solutions focus on actively engaging attendees with their client's messaging & brand objectives. "
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bluepool GmbH
bluepool is a leading German provider of trade fair services. bluepool helps companies create unique brand presences at trade fairs and events. bluepool takes care of all the organisation, from planning, project management, and production chasing to disposing of warehouse material after the event.
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closed 6/13/2018 via BNC Analysis
ReCom merged with Booster Academy,
synopsis: ReCom, a French company that provides outsourced B2B prospecting services such as telemarketing, webinars, marketing automation, and tradeshows, has merged with Booster Academy, the first intensive training center for sales in France.
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Booster Academy
Booster Academy is the first intensive training center for sales in France. They offer an innovative concept of tailor-made business training to boost business efficiency. "
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ReCom
ReCom SAS provides outsourced B2B prospecting services, such as telemarketing, webinars, marketing automation, and tradeshows. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Lyon, France.
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announced 5/2/2018 via BNC Analysis
Rockpool Investments LLP, will acquire Smyle
synopsis: Rockpool has acquired a majority stake in UK-headquartered creative agency Smyle. Smyle employs 70 people who work with global brands across sectors including tech, media, IT, finance and pharmaceuticals. The business has delivered international events for clients such as Samsung, Facebook, Salesforce, EY, BT and ARM.
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Rockpool Investments LLP
Rockpool Investments LLC, a private company investment firm based in London, believes that private companies offer investors great value, potential for enhanced returns and diversification for traditional investment portfolios. Powerful tax reliefs for estate and tax planning are also key benefits. "
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Smyle
Smyle is a creative agency based out of Hertford, United Kingdom. Smyle provides video production and content creation services to clients globally. They are passionate about fusing creativity with technology to deliver extraordinary live events and innovative digital experiences around the world.
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announced 12/4/2017 via BNC Analysis
The Concerto Group will be merged with CH&Co Group,
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.
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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. "
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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
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.
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Inflexion Private Equity Partners LLP
target: Virgin Experience Days
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
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.
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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. "
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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.
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.
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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. "
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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 5/1/2017 via BusinessWire
MCH Group AG, acquired MC2
synopsis: MCH Group, a globally leading live marketing company with its head office in Basel, Switzerland has acquired a 100% holding in MC2 ("MC-squared"), a recognized leader in the exhibit and event marketing industry in the U.S.
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MCH Group AG
(SWX:MCHN:$181.86)
MCH Group is a globally leading live marketing company with a comprehensive services network spanning the entire exhibition and event market. It organizes and hosts about 90 exhibitions, including the globally leading Art Basel shows in Basel, Miami Beach and Hong Kong. "
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MC2
MC2 ("MC-squared") is a leader in the exhibit and event marketing industry. The company provides and manages integrated marketing programs, creating experiences where people meet people. MC2 is headquartered in Chestnut Ridge, New York and 14 other locations in the U.S. and a location in Germany.
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closed 4/1/2017 via BNC Analysis
Neuland Concerts GmbH, acquired Neuland Concerts GmbH
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.
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Neuland Concerts GmbH
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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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 2/2/2017 via PR Newswire
iReg Events merged with Lightspeed Marketing Communications,
synopsis: Lightspeed Marketing Communications and Intelligent Registration & Events (iReg) have merged to create a full-service event marketing agency. For their clients, this means an all-inclusive approach that combines 2 agencies into 1, focused on delivering innovative strategies to empower businesses & improve the return on their marketing investments.
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Lightspeed Marketing Communications
Lightspeed Marketing is focused on delivering innovative strategies to empower clients & improve their return on marketing investments. Their expertise & constant pursuit of excellence is what fuels them to consistently build productive partnerships & produce amazing experiences for their clients. "
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iReg Events
iReg develop, produce and manage events and event registration of all sizes for some of the world's greatest brands. Their experience & strategic partnerships with industry experts enable them to provide clients' with practical, polished solutions that turn their opportunities into tangible results.
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closed 10/27/2016 via BNC Analysis
Downing Displays, acquired Positive Productions
synopsis: Downing Displays, a full-service exhibit designer and producer, has announced its acquisition of Positive Productions, a boutique exhibit design and build firm providing custom and rental trade show exhibits, point-of-purchase displays, and environmental graphics to clients in the machine tool, food and beverage, and manufacturing industries.
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Downing Displays
Downing Displays is a full service provider of custom and portable exhibits, including kiosks, environmental graphics and permanent installations. Downing focuses on providing targeted trade show exhibit solutions and services designed to support a company's growth efforts. "
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Positive Productions
For over 25 years, Positive Productions has provided custom trade show exhibits, point-of-purchase displays, outdoor drop boxes and permanent museum installations. Their full service operation includes exhibit design and fabrication with an emphasis on double-deck displays, graphic design and more.
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closed 9/14/2016 via GlobeNewswire
Haycom AV Pty Ltd merged with Norwest Group,
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. "
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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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Leisure Time Group, acquired Lime & Soda
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.
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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. "
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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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Leisure Time Group, acquired Lime & Soda
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.
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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. "
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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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closed 12/21/2016 via PE Hub
Upper Street Events Ltd, acquired Escape Events
synopsis: Upper Street Events has announced the acquisition of Escape Events, bringing the Adventure Travel Show, three Cruise Shows and the Olympia Historic Automobile Fair into the Upper Street Events portfolio. Escape Events is a unique events company, with a small team dedicated to creating high quality cost-effective exhibitions and events.
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Livingbridge
buyer: Upper Street Events Ltd
buyer: Upper Street Events Ltd
Upper Street Events Ltd. is a leading UK-based consumer-focused events company. From cycling to dance and contemporary art to technology, Upper Street Events creates and organises innovative, premium and stylish consumer events. "
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Escape Events
Escape Events is a unique events company, with a small team dedicated to building on an impressive track record creating high quality cost-effective exhibitions and events in niche consumer markets. Escape Events' portfolio includes Adventure Travel Show, and three Cruise Shows.
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closed 12/29/2016 via BusinessWire
Viad Corp, acquired FlyOver Canada
synopsis: Viad Corp announced that it has expanded its Travel & Recreation Group with the acquisition of the FlyOver Canada business. FlyOver Canada is a virtual flight ride attraction that showcases some of Canada’s most awe-inspiring scenery from coast to coast.
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Viad Corp
(VVI:$1,204.97)
Viad is an S&P SmallCap 600 company. Viad operates through its Marketing & Events Group, composed of Global Experience Specialists and affiliates, and its Travel & Recreation Group, composed of Brewster Travel Canada, Glacier Park, Inc. and Alaska Denali Travel. "
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FlyOver Canada
FlyOver Canada is a virtual flight ride attraction that showcases some of Canada’s most awe-inspiring scenery from coast to coast.
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$51
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closed 3/9/2017 via BNC Analysis
CAPA, acquired CAP Image
synopsis: CAPA, a French press agency and production company founded in 1989, has acquired CAP Image, a French company founded in 1993 that produces and organizes public events, conventions, and meetings. CAP Image will become CAPA Event.
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CAPA
CAPA is a French press agency and production company founded in 1989. It produces news reports, news magazines, documentaries, television fiction, corporate films and multimedia. "
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CAP Image
CAP Image produces and organizes public events, conventions, and meetings. CAP Image was incorporated in 1993 and is based in Saint-Nazaire, France.
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closed 12/4/2016 via PR Newswire
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., acquired Secret Sounds
synopsis: Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. announced that it has acquired 51% in Secret Sounds Group, the Australian company led by Jessica Ducrou and Paul Piticco, which owns and produces two of Australia's leading festivals: Splendour in the Grass (located in Byron Bay New South Wales) and Falls Music & Arts Festival.
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Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
(LYV:$6,268.45)
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. is a live entertainment company. The Company's businesses consist of the promotion of live events, including ticketing, sponsorship and advertising, and artist management. "
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Secret Sounds
Secret Sounds is a multi-faceted music platform comprising of Splendour In The Grass & Falls Festivals, Dew Process/Create Control Record Labels and Publishing, Secret Sounds Touring, Village Sounds Agency, Secret Sounds Connect, Secret Service Artist Management & Secret Service Public Relations.
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closed 11/2/2016 via BNC Analysis
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., acquired AC Entertainment, Inc.
synopsis: Live Nation Entertainment, Inc, a live entertainment company, has acquired a majority stake in AC Entertainment, an internationally recognized innovative leader in creating, producing, booking, and marketing first-class live entertainment experiences - from festivals and concerts to all types of special events.
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Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
(LYV:$6,268.45)
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. is a live entertainment company. The Company's businesses consist of the promotion of live events, including ticketing, sponsorship and advertising, and artist management. "
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AC Entertainment, Inc.
AC Entertainment is internationally recognized as an innovative leader in creating, producing, booking, and marketing first-class live entertainment experiences - from festivals and concerts to all types of special events.
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The Concerto Group, acquired JD Parties Ltd.
synopsis: The Concerto Group acquired JD Parties Ltd. JD Parties, an established regional player, has more than 20 years’ experience of running Christmas parties and events at key venues including Tatton Park near Manchester, Knowsley Park near Liverpool and the ICC in Birmingham.
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The Concerto Group
The Concerto Group is one of the UK's leading event services companies. A £30 million + business with seven offices and over 120 full time staff, the Group comprises 16 brands that provide event management, venues, catering and event services. "
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JD Parties Ltd.
JD Parties, an established regional player, has more than 20 years’ experience of running Christmas parties and events at key venues including Tatton Park near Manchester, Knowsley Park near Liverpool and the ICC in Birmingham.
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closed 1/23/2013 via BNC Analysis
SFX Entertainment, Inc., acquired HUKA Entertainment
synopsis: SFX Entertainment has acquired Huka Entertainment. Founded in 2004, New Orleans-based Huka Entertainment is an industry leader in custom event planning and execution.
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SFX Entertainment, Inc.
(SFXE:$402.42)
SFX Entertainment Inc. is a leading electronic dance music platform. Established in 2012 by Robert F.X. Sillerman, SFX operates live events, festivals and nightclubs in North America. "
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HUKA Entertainment
Huka Productions LLC engages in the planning and execution of custom events in the Gulf Coast. The company produces music travel events; and provides event management services.
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Live Nation, acquired Lugar Inc. AB
synopsis: Live Nation Sweden announced the acquisition of 51% of Luger Inc AB and 75% of Moondog Entertainment AB, taking its holding in both companies to 100%.
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Live Nation
(LYV:$6,268.45)
Live Nation's mission is to maximize the live concert experience. Our core business is producing, marketing and selling live concerts for artists via our global concert pipe. Live Nation is the largest producer of live concerts in the world, annually producing over 16,000 concerts. "
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Lugar Inc. AB
Luger was founded in Sandviken in 1991 and has been located in Stockholm since 1998. As well as being a leading promoter of international acts and producer of festivals, Luger has a large agency operation and represents almost one hundred Swedish artists.
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closed 2/11/2008 via BusinessWire
National Lampoon, acquired Comedy Express
synopsis: National Lampoon, Inc. the most widely recognized brand in comedy, has acquired the assets of Comedy Express, Inc., a multi-platform comedy media company. Comedy Express, which features content from well-known and emerging comic talent across broadband, wireless, and television, will become part of National Lampoon’s distribution platform.
buyer:
National Lampoon
(US:NLMP:$0.00)
National Lampoon is and has been one of the leading brands in comedy for the last 30 years. National Lampoon is active in a broad array of entertainment activities, including feature films, television programming, interactive entertainment, home video, comedy audio CDs and book publishing. "
target:
Comedy Express
Comedy Express has launched a broadband TV channel, comedyexpresstv.com, which has been part of the National Lampoon Humor Network, and produced comedy events across the country, which have been packaged for DVD release. Events included last year’s highly successful nationwide College Comedy X Tour.
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$0.03
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press release
closed 9/27/2007 via PR Newswire
SportsQuest, Inc., acquired Zaring/Cioffi Entertainment, LLC
synopsis: SportsQuest, Inc., which holds a controlling position in Greens Worldwide, Inc. announces today that it has closed the acquisition of Zaring/Cioffi Entertainment, Inc. With the completion of the acquisition, ZCE becomes a wholly-owned subsidiary of SportsQuest, Inc.
buyer:
SportsQuest, Inc.
(ARBK:$0.00)
SportsQuest, Inc. (formally Air Brook Airport Express) is a vertically integrated sports and entertainment marketing and management company, engaged in owning and operating sports entities and their support companies; publicly traded under the stock symbol ARBK. "
target:
Zaring/Cioffi Entertainment, LLC
Zaring/Cioffi Entertainment, LLC is a full-service production company; providing "Star Power" since 1993. ZCE specializes in creating some of the most exciting and media-friendly properties in the country by connecting Hollywood star power to corporate America.
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$0.56
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closed 1/25/2007 via PR Newswire
Shoreline Media, LLC merged with Festival Productions, Inc.,,
synopsis: Festival Productions, Inc., George Wein's internationally celebrated music festival company, has joined with Shoreline Media, LLC to form The Festival Network, LLC, creating one of the world's premier entertainment and production companies. This move positions the organization to transform the festival industry.
buyer:
Festival Productions, Inc.,
The Festival Productions is a multifaceted lifestyle marketing and production company led by music industry and marketing veterans. The company develops, acquires and produces long-term, highly visible festival properties in unique destinations around the globe. "
target:
Shoreline Media, LLC
Shoreline Media, LLC is one of the world's premier entertainment and production companies.
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closed 11/7/2006 via BNC Analysis
Batanga, acquired LatCom Communications, Inc.
synopsis: In July 2005, a three-party release announced that Latin music portal Batanga will take ownership reins of the publishing and events company LatCom. DMG will redirect profit from the sale into buying more Spanish-language radio operations, the release stated. Financial details would not be disclosed, nor would ownership percentage breakdowns.
buyer:
Batanga
Batanga, the source for all things Latin music, is the leading media and entertainment company reaching Hispanics across the US. Key media platforms include: a top online Latin music and entertainment destination nationwide live events, and targeted Hispanic print publications. "
target:
LatCom Communications, Inc.
LatCom Communications is a leading media and entertainment company dedicated to the New Generation Latino or "NGL" market.
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closed 10/16/2020 via BNC Analysis
Alex Fane, acquired Fane Productions Ltd.
synopsis: Literary events production company Fane Productions has become independent, after its founder Alex Fane sealed a reaquisition of the 80% majority stake from Original Talent. The company focuses on hosting events revolving around literature, podcasts, the stage and screen.
buyer:
Alex Fane
target: Fane Productions Ltd.
Alex Fane is a 25-year-old entrepreneur that formed Fane Productions in February 2017. Fane Productions is one of the UK’s fastest growing and most dynamic production companies. "
target parent:
Original Talent Limited
target: Fane Productions Ltd.
Fane Productions operates as a unique one-stop shop for top talent from across the global entertainment industry. The company focuses on hosting events revolving around literature, podcasts, the stage and screen and is based in London.
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announced 10/4/2019 via Company Press Release
Silver Lake Partners, will acquire TEG Pty Limited
synopsis: Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, will acquire TEG, Asia Pacific’s leading live entertainment and ticketing company, from Affinity Equity Partners (S) Pte Ltd and its affiliates. TEG’s integrated live entertainment platform combines ticketing and event promotion, venue management, data analytics, and marketing services.
buyer parent:
SilverLake
buyer: Silver Lake Partners
target: TEG Pty Limited
buyer: Silver Lake Partners
Silver Lake is the global leader in technology investing, with over US $43 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 and Hong Kong. "
target parent:
Affinity Equity Partners
target: TEG Pty Limited
Based in Australia, TEG is a dynamic and integrated group that promotes live sports and entertainment, provides essential ticketing, technology, and e-commerce services and is a major player in data science and analytics, digital marketing, and customer research.
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closed 9/18/2019 via BNC Analysis
Virgin Fest, acquired Kaaboo Festival
synopsis: Virgin Fest, the music festival arm of Richard Branson’s worldwide Virgin brand, has acquired Kaaboo, San Diego's largest music, comedy, culinary and art festival. Kaaboo began with its flagship property Kaaboo Del Mar in 2015 and has expanded to the Caribbean (Kaaboo Cayman) and the Dallas/Ft. Worth area (Kaaboo Texas).
buyer parent:
Virgin Group, Ltd.
buyer: Virgin Fest
buyer: Virgin Fest
Virgin Fest is the music festival arm of Richard Branson’s worldwide Virgin brand. Virgin Fest is being touted as a multi-experiential festival series centered around music, exploration, innovation and generosity. "
target:
Kaaboo Festival
Kaaboo is San Diego's largest music, comedy, culinary and art festival. Kaaboo began with its flagship property Kaaboo Del Mar in 2015 and has expanded to the Caribbean (Kaaboo Cayman) and the Dallas/Ft. Worth area (Kaaboo Texas).
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closed 9/4/2019 via Company Press Release
Angus Montgomery Arts, acquired India Art Fair
synopsis: MCH Group company in Basel (Switzerland), is selling its 65.0 percent stake in India Art Fair in New Delhi (India) to Angus Montgomery Arts. India Art Fair is the leading platform to discover modern and contemporary art from South Asia and a portal to the region’s cultural landscape.
buyer parent:
Montgomery Worldwide
buyer: Angus Montgomery Arts
target: India Art Fair
buyer: Angus Montgomery Arts
Led by Chairman Sandy Angus, Angus Montgomery Arts has more than 40 years’ experience in the contemporary arts sphere, establishing successful fairs globally. Angus Montgomery Arts is committed to delivering high quality, regional art fairs that serve the needs of collectors and galleries. "
target parent:
MCH Group AG
target: India Art Fair
India Art Fair is the leading platform to discover modern and contemporary art from South Asia and a portal to the region’s cultural landscape. Taking place annually in the capital city of New Delhi, India Art Fair reflects the country’s fast-developing art scene.
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closed 8/26/2019 via BNC Analysis
TEG Pty Limited, acquired The MJR Group
synopsis: TEG, Australia's leading ticketing, live entertainment and data analytics business that promotes live sports and entertainment, provides essential ticketing, technology and e-commerce services, has acquired The MJR Group, a UK-based event promoter and venue operator that produces more than 2000 shows a year and owns multiple venues all over the UK.
buyer:
TEG Pty Limited
Based in Australia, TEG is Asia Pacific’s leading ticketing, live entertainment and data analytics business. The group promotes live sports and entertainment, provides essential ticketing, technology and e-commerce services. "
target:
The MJR Group
The MJR Group is a UK-based event promoter and venue operator. They produce more than 2000 shows a year, host concert tours, and own multiple venues all over the UK. They also have stakes in various venues including The Warehouse in Leeds and Propaganda, a famous club-night brand in the UK.
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announced 7/24/2019 via PR Newswire
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., will acquire OCESA
synopsis: Live Nation Entertainment, the world's leading live entertainment company, has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a controlling interest in OCESA Entretenimiento, a leading promoter in Latin America and owner of Ticketmaster Mexico from CIE and Grupo Televisa.
buyer:
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
(LYV:$6,268.45)
target: OCESA
Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. The Concerts segment promotes live music events and produces music festivals and creates associated content. "
target parent:
CIE
target: OCESA
One of the most prominent live events businesses globally, OCESA promotes more than 3,100 events for nearly 6 million fans annually across Mexico and Colombia and has a robust business portfolio in ticketing, sponsorship, food & beverage, merchandise, and venue operation.
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closed 11/28/2018 via BNC Analysis
Emerson Collective, acquired Pop-Up Magazine Productions
synopsis: Emerson Collective, the social impact organization run by Laurene Powell Jobs, has acquired Pop-Up Magazine Productions, the publisher of Pop-Up Magazine and The California Sunday Magazine. Pop-Up Magazine is a live show about reported stories, photography, film, radio, and music. The California Sunday Magazine is a magazine focused on photography.
buyer:
Emerson Collective
Emerson Collective is an organization dedicated to removing barriers to opportunity so people can live to their full potential. Established and led by Laurene Powell Jobs, it centers its work on education, immigration reform, the environment and other social justice initiatives. "
target:
Pop-Up Magazine Productions
Pop-Up Magazine Productions is the publisher of Pop-Up Magazine and The California Sunday Magazine. Pop-Up Magazine is a live magazine show about reported stories, photography, film, radio, and music. The California Sunday Magazine is a bi-monthly magazine focused on feature stories and photography.
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closed 7/5/2018 via PR Newswire
Cirque du Soleil, acquired VStar Entertainment Group
synopsis: Global live entertainment leader Cirque du Soleil announced the acquisition of Minnesota-based VStar Entertainment Group, a leading entertainment company and producer of unforgettable live experiences for audiences in the U.S. and internationally.
buyer parent:
TPG Capital
buyer: Cirque du Soleil
target: VStar Entertainment Group
buyer: Cirque du Soleil
Headquartered in Canada, Cirque du Soleil creates content for a broad range of audacious projects. The organization has extended its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, theme parks and special events. "
target parent:
AUA Private Equity Partners
target: VStar Entertainment Group
VStar Entertainment Group is a leading entertainment company and producer of unforgettable live experiences for audiences in the U.S. and internationally. From concept through activation, VStar imagines and creates custom tours that provide highly engaging entertainment for fans of all ages.
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