Abry Partners

ABRY Partners, established in 1989 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a private equity firm specializing in buyouts and growth capital investments. It focuses on media, communications, business services, and information services sectors, with a particular interest in television and radio broadcasting, cable television, and digital media. The firm typically invests between $25 million to $150 million of equity per transaction, seeking to hold investments for three to seven years. ABRY Partners is a registered investment adviser and manages multiple funds, including ABRY Partners VI, V, IV, and VII, as well as ABRY Mezzanine Partners.

Chris Anzivino

Managing Director and Head of Distressed Credit

Eli Brewster

Vice President

Joe Cammarosano

Principal

Bobby Chen

Principal

Sungmin Cho

Vice President

Ralph Choufani

Partner

David Coneway

Principal

Andrew Connolly

Vice President

John Connor

Partner, Head of ASF

Michael Cummings

Principal

Meghan Federico

Vice President

Mike Ferrante

Senior Vice President

Jeffrey Fritsch

Principal

Benedikt Gottwald

Vice President

Rashard Green

Principal

Jay Grossman

Managing Partner and co-CEO

Austin Heiman

Principal

John Hunt

Managing Partner

Vidur Khatri

Principal

Kevin Lai

Vice President

Eric Lee

Vice President

Allison Lim

Vice President

Akshay Mahajan

Senior Vice President

Will Marcal

Vice President

Rob Nicewicz

VP

Nathan Ott

Partner

Nathan Ott

Partner

Bob Pan

Principal

TJ Rose

Partner

James Scola

Partner

Nicholas Scola

Partner and Co-Head of Buyout Funds

James Scola

Partner

Medhini Srinivasan

Principal

Brent Stone

Partner

Alex Swick

Vice President

Thomas Vo

Principal

Hayes Winik

Principal

Caitlin Yanchek

Principal

Michael Yirilli

Partner

Tomer Yosef-Or

Partner

Royce Yudkoff

Managing Partner

Steve Zammit

Vice President

Avery Zuck

Principal

Past deals in Publishing

Chambers & Partners Publishing

Acquisition in 2023
Chambers and Partners Publishing is a research organization that specializes in providing international rankings for law firms and lawyers. With over 28 years of experience, it has built a reputation for thorough and independent research, attracting a diverse clientele that includes in-house counsel globally. The organization publishes expert guides that serve as trusted resources for legal professionals seeking to identify top talent and expertise in various practice areas. By offering insights and analytics, Chambers and Partners supports organizations in making informed decisions while navigating the complexities of the legal landscape, ultimately helping clients save time and reduce risk in their search for legal representation.

Best Lawyers

Acquisition in 2021
Best Lawyers, LLC is a prominent publisher in the global legal community, known for its peer-reviewed guides that recommend lawyers. Established in 1981 and based in Aiken, South Carolina, Best Lawyers has earned a reputation as one of the oldest and most respected publications in the field. Inclusion in their lists is highly regarded by both clients and legal professionals, signifying an honor bestowed by peers. For over three decades, Best Lawyers' recommendations have been trusted as reliable and unbiased sources for legal referrals.

CafeMedia

Private Equity Round in 2016
CafeMedia is the world’s largest ad management service, providing the technology and services that help the highest quality publishers grow their businesses and maximize success. Serving more than 3,000 high-quality publishers through its AdThrive and CafeMedia brands, the company exclusively manages all digital advertising sales and technology, empowering content creators to make a living doing what they love – producing great content. The company blends the best of both worlds: exceptional customer service and industry-leading monetization. The company’s collective force of content creators reaches 164 million monthly unique visitors in the US. CafeMedia publishers span a diversity of content at scale, and rank #1 in the food, home, parenting and family verticals. CafeMedia provides programmatic media solutions that connect brands to these deeply engaged audiences. Brand partners get access to a premium inventory with a focus on high viewability, brand-safety and the right context or audience to drive performance. CafeMedia is a portfolio company of ZMC ( www.zmclp.com ), a leading private equity firm comprised of experienced investors and executives that invests in and manages a diverse group of media and communications enterprises. Founded in 2001, ZMC’s investment philosophy centers on operational value creation driven by targeted investment themes, deep sector expertise, and strong partnerships with industry and operating executives.

MRC

Private Equity Round in 2013
MRC (Formerly Valance, Media Rights Capital), is comprised of Businesses in Film, Television, Media, and Data; Brands Include The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Vibe and dick clark productions.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Private Equity Round in 2008
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is a global learning company focused on pre-K–12 education, offering a comprehensive range of educational content, services, and technology solutions. Established in 1864 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company develops interactive learning materials that enhance teacher effectiveness and promote student achievement. Its offerings include print and digital textbooks, digital courseware, instructional aids, and educational assessments, which are designed to meet the diverse needs of school districts, administrators, teachers, parents, and students. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt serves over 50 million students in more than 150 countries, while also publishing a wide array of literature, including award-winning children's books and reference materials for both young and adult readers.

KnowledgePoint360

Acquisition in 2007
KnowledgePoint360 Group provides multi-channel healthcare communication and advisory services for pharmaceutical and biotech industries, and healthcare professionals. Its services include support for data-driven clinical publications, strategic consulting, thought leader programs, advisory boards, disease-state education, live educational events and international congresses, Web portals, promotional communications, and digital services and strategy services

Yellow Pages Group

Acquisition in 2004
Yellow Pages Group is a prominent media and marketing solutions company in Canada, dedicated to connecting local businesses with consumers across the country. With a strong presence in communities nationwide, Yellow Pages offers a range of print, digital, and mobile services that empower Canadians to find essential goods and services in their neighborhoods. The company focuses on enhancing local economies by fostering relationships between consumers and businesses, enabling smarter decision-making through its comprehensive marketing and lead generation programs. By providing targeted solutions, Yellow Pages helps businesses effectively promote their offerings and reach a wider audience, contributing to their growth and success.

BridgeTower Media

Acquisition in 2004
BridgeTower Media is a business-to-business media company that specializes in delivering information and marketing services across various sectors, including legal, financial, real estate, and government affairs. With a portfolio of 44 print and digital publications in over 20 U.S. markets, it includes prominent titles such as The Daily Record, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, Daily Journal of Commerce, and NJBiz. The company provides authoritative content and research services, focusing on employee satisfaction and lead generation. Additionally, BridgeTower Media organizes live events centered on awards and education, aimed at helping clients achieve their business objectives.
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