Providence Equity Partners

Providence Equity Partners is a private equity investment firm established in 1989, headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, with additional offices in New York and London. The firm specializes in growth-oriented investments within the media, communications, education, and technology sectors, primarily targeting companies across North America and Europe. Providence combines a partnership approach with extensive industry expertise to assist management teams in developing exceptional businesses and achieving superior returns. Over its history, the firm has invested more than $31 billion in over 170 private equity portfolio companies, focusing on various transaction types, including leveraged buyouts and growth capital infusions.

Kevin M. Boudreau

Senior Vice President

Tarik Ben Brahim

Vice President, Investments

Peter Campbell

Associate

Dobrin, Lucy Stamell

Managing Director

Michael J. Dominguez

Chief Investment Officer and Managing Director

Alexander Evans

Managing Director

Thomas B. Hodges

Senior Associate

William Hughes

Managing Director

Alexander Keyes

Associate

James Ko

Vice President

Ankur Kumar

Vice President

Franky Lee

Associate

Clint Marchese

Vice President

Marimow, Scott M.

Managing Director

Jennifer Martin

CFO and Managing Director

Murray, Steven P.

Principal

Zoe Niarchos

Senior Associate

R. Davis Noell

Senior Managing Director and Co-Head of North America

John Nusbaum

Managing Director

Grégoire Paepegaey

Associate

Shashank Patel

Senior Associate

Phillips, J. David

Managing Director

Marc Puglia

Managing Director and CFO

Tullio Purtill

Vice President

Namrita Rai

Principal

Runquist, Majken

Partner

Jonathan Ryder

Partner, Providence Public

Selip, Joshua L.

Principal

Song, Michael

Managing Director

Paul Stocker

CTO and Managing Director

Robert Sudo

Managing Director

Tao Sun

Managing Director

Sun, Chelsea

Associate

Karim Tabet

Senior Managing Director

Andrew A. Tisdale

Senior Managing Director

Tyler Triscari

Associate

Stuart Twinberrow

Managing Director, European Operations

Wilde Jr., Peter Osgood

Chairman, PSG

105 past transactions

Populous

Private Equity Round in 2023
Populous provides design services for sports facilities. It offers design services, including sports architecture, conference and exhibition center architecture, special events overlay and bids, environmental branding and graphics, events planning and overlay, master planning, sustainable design consulting, as well as facility operations, evaluation, and analysis. Populous also provides planning services, including site selection, site design, district plans, landscape plans, and design guidelines; and interiors design services, including master planning, strategic planning, brand development, and space needs analysis and planning. Its project portfolio includes aquatic, athletics/track and field, Australian football league, baseball, basketball, collegiate, convention and exhibition centers, cricket, event bids and overlay, football (American), football (soccer), fairgrounds and equestrian centers, horse racing, ice hockey, motor racing, rugby, speed skating, and tennis sports. Jerry Anderson founded Hok Sports Facilities in 1983 that became Populous in January 2009, with its headquarters in Kansas City in Missouri with additional offices in Boston, San Francisco, New York, and Pittsburgh. It is a former subsidiary of Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum.

DoubleVerify

Post in 2023
DoubleVerify is a software platform specializing in digital media measurement, data, and analytics. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City, the company offers solutions for online media verification and campaign effectiveness aimed at brand marketers, agencies, advertising networks, and digital publishers. Its technology ensures that digital advertisements are delivered in a brand-safe environment, are fully viewable, reach real individuals, and appear in the intended geographic locations. By providing consistent and unbiased data, DoubleVerify helps advertisers optimize the quality and return on their digital ad investments. The company generates revenue by charging a fee based on the volume of media transactions measured on its platform.

D&B Audiotechnik

Acquisition in 2023
D&B Audiotechnik is a audio equipment business.

Accelerate Learning

Acquisition in 2023
Online, comprehensive, and hands-on #STEM curriculum for PreK-12 that puts teacher support at its center. Developed by Rice University & Accelerate Learning.

Dongchi

Series A in 2022
Dongchi is a brand focused on providing low-calorie meal solutions aimed at weight management. The company offers subscription-based ready-to-serve diet food tailored to align with Chinese eating habits and physical fitness needs. By delivering healthy and flavorful meal options, Dongchi aims to support individuals in their weight loss journeys and promote overall health. Additionally, the brand emphasizes the importance of exercise and healthy eating habits as part of its mission to help consumers achieve their fitness goals.

SeeSaw

Private Equity Round in 2021
SeeSaw is a learning platform designed to enhance student engagement by connecting educators, students, and families. The platform enables teachers to create impactful learning experiences while allowing students to reflect, collaborate, and showcase their work. Families are encouraged to support and celebrate their children's educational journeys. Used by over 10 million users monthly, SeeSaw is prevalent in more than 75% of schools across the United States and has a global reach in over 150 countries. The platform offers a range of features, including creative tools, teacher-generated activities, secure messaging, assessment capabilities, and school management analytics, all aimed at fostering creativity and improving learning outcomes, particularly in elementary education.

Tenstreet

Acquisition in 2021
Tenstreet provides web-based tools to nearly 1,000 motor carriers and private fleets to help recruit, hire and manage drivers. Over the last decade, the platform has been used by 3 million drivers and offers drivers the easiest way to find their next job.

Marlink

Acquisition in 2021
Marlink is a provider of satellite communication and smart network solutions, operating across 14 countries in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas. The company serves a diverse range of sectors, including maritime, energy, mining, humanitarian aid, and government, offering highly reliable mobile and fixed connectivity services. Marlink specializes in satellite and terrestrial network technologies, hybrid connectivity, managed IT, IoT, and cybersecurity services tailored for remote operations. With a distribution network of approximately 400 resellers worldwide, the company delivers global coverage through its intelligent hybrid network, which combines satellite communications with terrestrial technologies and digital solutions to meet the needs of users in challenging environments.

Groupe La Centrale

Acquisition in 2020
Groupe La Centrale is in auto, motorcycle and boat content in the field of classified advertising and editorial.

DoubleVerify

Private Equity Round in 2020
DoubleVerify is a software platform specializing in digital media measurement, data, and analytics. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City, the company offers solutions for online media verification and campaign effectiveness aimed at brand marketers, agencies, advertising networks, and digital publishers. Its technology ensures that digital advertisements are delivered in a brand-safe environment, are fully viewable, reach real individuals, and appear in the intended geographic locations. By providing consistent and unbiased data, DoubleVerify helps advertisers optimize the quality and return on their digital ad investments. The company generates revenue by charging a fee based on the volume of media transactions measured on its platform.

Wagepoint

Acquisition in 2020
Wagepoint is simple and fast online payroll software, backed by the world's friendliest team. Our app is easy-to-use and is ideal for small businesses across North America (US & Canada) looking to pay their employees on time and keep the government happy. We build innovative business applications for the social workforce. Our mission is to help small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) everywhere make work fun and get stuff done.

Mezmo

Series C in 2020
Mezmo, previously known as LogDNA, is an observability platform that specializes in managing log data for enterprises. It provides a cloud-based log management software that aggregates system and application logs into a unified platform. Mezmo employs a user-friendly design and a metered billing pricing model, allowing organizations to efficiently access and analyze their log data. The platform uses a proprietary algorithm to index data, which enhances search speed and enables DevOps teams to gain critical insights for application development, debugging, security, and compliance. By streamlining log management, Mezmo supports businesses in optimizing their operational efficiency and decision-making processes.

OUTFRONT

Post in 2020
OUTFRONT is a media company focused on outdoor advertising, providing a diverse array of services such as billboards and digital media. Operating in 140 markets across the United States and Canada, it is a prominent player in the out-of-home media sector. The company functions as a real estate investment trust, generating revenue primarily through rental income from advertising space on its billboards and transit displays, with a significant portion of its earnings derived from major markets like New York City and Los Angeles. OUTFRONT utilizes technology to create an integrated platform that connects brands with their target audiences, emphasizing its role in driving brand innovation through effective media assets.

The Studio Director

Acquisition in 2020
The Studio Director is a powerful, easy-to-use dance studio management software, providing you with the best student management tools to run your studio smoothly and efficiently. Allowing you to increase revenues while spending more time in the classroom and less time behind the computer.

Smartly.io

Acquisition in 2019
Smartly.io automates every step of social advertising to unlock greater performance and creativity. We're a global team of 450+ Smartlies from 40 different nationalities and with footholds in 16 cities, serving 650+ brands across the globe, including eBay, Uber, and TechStyle.

n2y

Private Equity Round in 2019
n2y LLC specializes in developing software and curriculum tailored for special education, aiming to enhance learning for students with complex needs. Founded in 1997 by Jacquie Clark, a speech-language pathologist, the company offers a variety of tools, including the Unique Learning System, which provides access to general education content, and Positivity, a classroom management resource. Their flagship product, News-2-You, delivers current events in an accessible format to engage students with special needs. Additional offerings include SymbolStix PRIME, a communication tool that supports learning and self-expression, and L3 Skills, which promotes lifelong learning through interactive activities. The company also provides professional development courses for educators and assistive technology professionals, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Based in Huron, Ohio, n2y is dedicated to making educational content accessible and engaging for all students.

n2y

Acquisition in 2019
n2y LLC specializes in developing software and curriculum tailored for special education, aiming to enhance learning for students with complex needs. Founded in 1997 by Jacquie Clark, a speech-language pathologist, the company offers a variety of tools, including the Unique Learning System, which provides access to general education content, and Positivity, a classroom management resource. Their flagship product, News-2-You, delivers current events in an accessible format to engage students with special needs. Additional offerings include SymbolStix PRIME, a communication tool that supports learning and self-expression, and L3 Skills, which promotes lifelong learning through interactive activities. The company also provides professional development courses for educators and assistive technology professionals, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Based in Huron, Ohio, n2y is dedicated to making educational content accessible and engaging for all students.

I'Car Systems

Acquisition in 2019
I'Car Systems offers a software editor that proposes management solutions for car repairers as well as for franchised dealers and distribution groups.

Datafirst

Acquisition in 2019
Datafirst specializes in developing and deploying modular management, marketing, and sales solutions tailored for the automotive distribution sector. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Lyon, the company employs over 140 individuals and serves tens of thousands of users across Europe. Its product offerings include a Dealer Management System (Datacar DMS), Customer Relationship Management (Datacar CRM), Business Intelligence solutions (Datacar B.I), mobile marketing tools (DataCar Wallet), and comprehensive website solutions for car dealers and manufacturers. To enhance its service portfolio, Datafirst has established strategic partnerships with local specialists in the automotive distribution space. Notably, a collaboration with Eris Informatique in 2015 positioned Datafirst as a leading software provider for car dealers in France.

TAIT

Private Equity Round in 2019
TAIT is a leading provider of live event solutions, specializing in the design, construction, and delivery of innovative experiences for a diverse range of clients. The company excels in creating complex touring stages, theatrical engineering solutions, brand activations, and installations for cruise ships. With a global workforce of over 600 employees across 12 locations, TAIT has successfully executed projects in more than 30 countries, including notable collaborations with clients such as Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, and NASA. The company's offerings include custom-made products, an advanced entertainment automation platform, and engineering services that enhance the production of scenic and staging elements for live events and architectural applications. By focusing on creativity and quality, TAIT consistently meets and exceeds the expectations of its clients in the entertainment industry.

Mezmo

Series B in 2018
Mezmo, previously known as LogDNA, is an observability platform that specializes in managing log data for enterprises. It provides a cloud-based log management software that aggregates system and application logs into a unified platform. Mezmo employs a user-friendly design and a metered billing pricing model, allowing organizations to efficiently access and analyze their log data. The platform uses a proprietary algorithm to index data, which enhances search speed and enables DevOps teams to gain critical insights for application development, debugging, security, and compliance. By streamlining log management, Mezmo supports businesses in optimizing their operational efficiency and decision-making processes.

Conversica

Series C in 2018
Conversica, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based automated sales conversion management software that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance lead engagement for sales and marketing organizations. Its flagship product, the Conversica AI Sales Assistant, automates the process of contacting, engaging, qualifying, and following up with leads through natural, two-way email conversations until they convert into opportunities or opt out. The software supports multi-channel communication and operates in various languages, catering to industries such as automotive, education, finance, insurance, real estate, and technology. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Foster City, California, with additional offices in Bellingham, Seattle, and Kansas City, Conversica also has a strategic partnership with LeadFabric. The company was previously known as AVA.ai LLC before rebranding in 2014.

KPA

Acquisition in 2018
KPA focuses on Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and Workforce Compliance software and services for mid-sized businesses. Our solutions help clients identify, remedy, and prevent workplace safety and compliance problems across their entire enterprise. The combination of KPA’s Vera Suite software platform, EHS consulting services, and award-winning training content helps organizations create a sustainable safety culture, minimize risk, and save money. For over 30 years, KPA has helped 10,000 + clients achieve regulatory compliance, protect assets, and retain top talent.

Jobcase

Series A in 2018
Jobcase, Inc. operates an online social network designed to empower job seekers and workers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the platform allows millions of members to connect, share advice, and navigate the job market. Jobcase provides a range of features including job search capabilities, an online profile and resume builder, and access to learning resources aimed at improving work-life management. Users can find job opportunities, apply instantly, and receive support from the community, fostering a collaborative environment for professional growth. The company is committed to helping workers advance in their careers through its mission-driven approach and dedicated team of over 200 employees.

EdgeConneX

Series D in 2017
EdgeConneX, Inc. specializes in providing infrastructure solutions for a variety of industries, including telecommunications, content delivery, and commercial property. Founded in 2009 and based in Herndon, Virginia, with an additional office in Denver, Colorado, the company focuses on optimizing data delivery through strategically located edge-of-network facilities. Its offerings include Edge Data Centers for content placement and delivery, Edge PoPs that create access points in high-value buildings, and solutions for wireless small cell networks. With facilities extending to international locations such as Warsaw and Buenos Aires, EdgeConneX aims to meet the increasing demand for efficient, carrier-neutral data center capacity, power, and connectivity, while emphasizing sustainability in its operations.

DoubleVerify

Acquisition in 2017
DoubleVerify is a software platform specializing in digital media measurement, data, and analytics. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City, the company offers solutions for online media verification and campaign effectiveness aimed at brand marketers, agencies, advertising networks, and digital publishers. Its technology ensures that digital advertisements are delivered in a brand-safe environment, are fully viewable, reach real individuals, and appear in the intended geographic locations. By providing consistent and unbiased data, DoubleVerify helps advertisers optimize the quality and return on their digital ad investments. The company generates revenue by charging a fee based on the volume of media transactions measured on its platform.

EZLinks Golf

Private Equity Round in 2017
EZLinks Golf LLC specializes in providing software and services tailored for the golf industry. The company offers a comprehensive management suite that includes electronic tee sheets for tee time management, a cloud-based point-of-sale system, and a reservation center that operates 24/7 to book tee times and serve golfers. Additionally, EZLinks provides a booking engine for golfers, a business intelligence tool with valuable analytics, and a marketing toolkit for golf courses. The company also caters to private clubs through services such as TeeOff.com, which connects golfers with courses, and EZRez, enabling multi-course bookings for hospitality and travel professionals. With a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience, EZLinks Golf serves a diverse clientele, including daily fee courses, resorts, and municipalities. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, EZLinks Golf operates as a subsidiary of NBC Sports, Inc., maintaining a client-centric approach that has fostered innovation and growth in the golf sector.

Sziget Festival

Acquisition in 2017
Sziget Festival is the proud owner of multiple awards, however the acklowledgement of the European festival scene always makes super happy.

EdgeConneX

Series D in 2016
EdgeConneX, Inc. specializes in providing infrastructure solutions for a variety of industries, including telecommunications, content delivery, and commercial property. Founded in 2009 and based in Herndon, Virginia, with an additional office in Denver, Colorado, the company focuses on optimizing data delivery through strategically located edge-of-network facilities. Its offerings include Edge Data Centers for content placement and delivery, Edge PoPs that create access points in high-value buildings, and solutions for wireless small cell networks. With facilities extending to international locations such as Warsaw and Buenos Aires, EdgeConneX aims to meet the increasing demand for efficient, carrier-neutral data center capacity, power, and connectivity, while emphasizing sustainability in its operations.

CENTRL

Series B in 2016
CENTRL is an enterprise-grade privacy management solution, and its Privacy360 is flexible and scalable for evolving global privacy management requirements, including compliance requirements for the GDPR, LGPD, CCPA, and future U.S. and international regulations. The CENTRL platform is flexible for companies of all sizes to get up and running with minimal configuration and implementation effort. CENTRL's solution has a full suite of modules for privacy compliance, as well as other initiatives - data subject access requests, assessments, and data mapping - while including complete third party and vendor risk management capabilities - complementing an enterprise's privacy management needs. For more information, please visit www.oncentrl.com.

Untangle

Acquisition in 2016
Untangle, a network software and appliance company, provides a new breed of multi-function firewall and Internet management applications that are optimized for the unique needs of smaller organizations. With a free multi-function firewall at its core and a suite of complementary Internet management applications, Untangle’s superior solutions are available at the lowest upfront cost and are easy-to-deploy and manage. Untangle’s proven network software solutions are installed in over 30,000 organizations, protecting more than 2 million people and their computers. With its try-before-you-buy approach, Untangle enables organizations to take control of their network within minutes and at no risk. Untangle is located in Sunnyvale, California. For more information, visit untangle.com or call (866) 233-2296.

Starman

Acquisition in 2016
Starman, established in 1992 and based in Tallinn, Estonia, is the leading pay-TV operator in the country. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including cable television, pay digital terrestrial television, broadband internet, mobile internet, and fixed-line telephony. Starman is recognized for providing the fastest broadband internet services available in Estonia, ensuring accessibility in all major cities. Through its diverse offerings, the company caters to the growing demand for high-quality video programming and reliable internet connectivity.

Topgolf Entertainment Group

Private Equity Round in 2016
Topgolf Entertainment Group operates as a technology-enabled global sports and entertainment community. Its focus lies in blending technology and entertainment, golfers and non-golfers, children, and adults in order to create an experience that makes socializing a sport for everyone, which is fueled by food and beverages, and moved by music. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Skybox Security

Private Equity Round in 2016
Skybox Security, Inc. specializes in cybersecurity management solutions tailored for enterprises. The company offers a range of products designed to enhance security posture, including Skybox Horizon, which provides visibility into the attack surface and indicators of exposure. Skybox Vulnerability Control focuses on context-aware vulnerability management, while Skybox Threat Manager delivers threat intelligence analysis and response capabilities. Additional offerings include Skybox Firewall Assurance for firewall management and compliance, Skybox Change Manager for automated firewall change workflows, and Skybox Network Assurance for network visibility and control. These solutions are designed to help organizations map, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities across diverse corporate networks and cloud environments. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Skybox Security serves various industries, including financial services, government, energy, technology, telecommunications, and healthcare, with a global presence in multiple regions.

BITĖ Group

Acquisition in 2015
BITĖ Group is a telecommunications provider operating in the Baltic countries, primarily through its subsidiary BITĖ Lietuva. The company offers a range of mobile communication services, including voice, data applications, and internet connectivity. Utilizing advanced 4G and 4G+ bandwidth, BITĖ ensures high-quality voice calls and enhanced internet navigation for smartphone users and other devices. Through its comprehensive service offerings, BITĖ Group aims to meet the diverse connectivity needs of its customers in the region.

SnapApp

Series A in 2015
SnapApp, Inc. is a provider of a content marketing platform designed for B2B marketers. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, SnapApp offers a SaaS solution that enables users to create, publish, manage, and measure various forms of interactive content, including assessments, calculators, quizzes, polls, and interactive videos. The platform features a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, allowing marketers to generate personalized interactive experiences without needing extensive technical skills. SnapApp integrates with leading marketing automation, CRM, and content management systems, facilitating the collection of valuable customer information to enhance marketing strategies and accelerate leads through the sales funnel. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Paycor, Cisco, and Equifax. As of December 2019, SnapApp operates as a subsidiary of Flyp Technologies Inc.

Studialis

Acquisition in 2015
Studialis is a French education group that operates 23 private teaching institutions, including the renowned Cours Florent, a prestigious drama school. Founded in November 2007, Studialis caters to approximately 20,000 students annually, offering a diverse array of programs. The institutions within the network focus on both management and arts disciplines, providing graduate, undergraduate, and master's degrees. Through its commitment to quality education, Studialis aims to equip students with the skills necessary for success in their chosen fields.

CENTRL

Series A in 2015
CENTRL is an enterprise-grade privacy management solution, and its Privacy360 is flexible and scalable for evolving global privacy management requirements, including compliance requirements for the GDPR, LGPD, CCPA, and future U.S. and international regulations. The CENTRL platform is flexible for companies of all sizes to get up and running with minimal configuration and implementation effort. CENTRL's solution has a full suite of modules for privacy compliance, as well as other initiatives - data subject access requests, assessments, and data mapping - while including complete third party and vendor risk management capabilities - complementing an enterprise's privacy management needs. For more information, please visit www.oncentrl.com.

Netsurion

Acquisition in 2014
Netsurion specializes in providing cloud-managed IT security services aimed at protecting businesses from cyber threats. The company offers a managed extended detection and response (XDR) solution that integrates a 24/7 security operations center (SOC) with an Open XDR platform, allowing for enhanced threat detection and rapid incident response. This co-managed service offers clients the flexibility to adapt and grow while ensuring a secure operational environment. Additionally, Netsurion's remote installation technology simplifies the implementation process and helps clients maintain compliance with industry regulations, thereby reducing the burden of managing their network and on-premise Wi-Fi systems.

IPS Learning

Acquisition in 2014
IPS Learning specializes in management training and e-learning solutions for organizations, including Fortune 500 companies. The company offers a range of educational programs focused on project, program, and portfolio management, as well as strategic execution. A notable collaboration with Stanford University has resulted in the development of the Stanford Advanced Project Management program, which integrates Stanford's academic expertise with IPS Learning's established methodologies. Additionally, IPS Learning provides tailored leadership solutions for government entities, featuring curriculum, workshops, and resources designed to enhance leadership skills. In January 2014, the company was acquired by Providence Equity Partners, further positioning it for growth in the management training sector.

Miller Heiman Group

Acquisition in 2013
Miller Heiman Group is a prominent provider of training, consulting, research, and technology services, drawing from over 150 years of industry experience. The company focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of sales organizations through its comprehensive offerings, known as Be Ready Solutions. These solutions incorporate well-established products and services, alongside innovative tools designed to analyze performance gaps and prioritize improvement initiatives. By integrating best practices and insights from the sales and service sectors, Miller Heiman Group aims to equip clients with the resources needed to optimize their sales processes and achieve sustainable growth.

Aggregate Knowledge

Debt Financing in 2012
Aggregate Knowledge is a media intelligence company that provides a platform designed to optimize advertising efforts for marketers and agencies. By integrating media and audience data, the company offers tools that enable advertisers to precisely identify and engage high-performing customers. This unique approach allows for real-time personalization and audience-centric display optimization, enhancing the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. As a result, clients can allocate their media budgets more efficiently, leading to increased reach and improved sales performance. Aggregate Knowledge's patented technology positions it as a leader in the field of media intelligence, delivering significant value to its users.

HSE24

Acquisition in 2012
HSE24 acts as a multichannel home shopping company that offers its customers with a multi-media shopping experience across various media platforms ranging from TV, online, mobile, and tablet to video-on-demand, smart TV, and social media offerings. Its TV program features product demonstrations and advice; and online shop provides optimal additional information for customers, such as product info, ratings, detailed close-ups, and videos and live streams.

Hathway

Post in 2012
Hathway Broadband is India's leading internet service provider, serving you at superfast speeds. We are committed to converging the worlds of information and entertainment through reliable, high-speed web solutions.At Hathway Broadband, we are all set to change the way you surf the web. We are among the leading pioneers of DOCSIS 3.0, the latest international standard in internet technology which will allow our customers significantly faster internet speeds. Join the high-speed club, contact us today!

OpenSky

Series C in 2011
OpenSky is a social commerce platform that aims to enhance the way consumers engage with businesses online. Founded by John Caplan and Kevin Ambrosini, OpenSky provides a marketplace where small business entrepreneurs can connect with customers and trade a diverse range of products, including electronics, health and beauty items, and home and garden supplies. The platform is designed to facilitate instant and open commerce, empowering entrepreneurs to realize their business goals through accessible technology. Recognized for its innovation, OpenSky has been featured among the world’s most innovative companies and has garnered accolades for its impact on global trade, helping numerous businesses trade billions of dollars annually.

Study Group

Acquisition in 2010
Study Group Pty Ltd. offers academic and English language courses to students both in Australia and internationally. Established in 1994 and headquartered in Sydney, the company provides year-round English training, summer courses, and tailored group programs designed to prepare students for higher education in Anglophone countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. With nearly 200 partnerships with universities and higher education institutions, Study Group focuses on delivering university preparation programs and vocational courses that equip international students with the necessary language, academic, and social skills for successful university progression and future careers. The company also collaborates with Ruffalo Noel Levitz, LLC to enhance its educational offerings. Study Group operates study centers in several countries, including Canada, Ireland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Estro Group

Acquisition in 2010
Estro Group offers child day care services.

ikaSystems

Private Equity Round in 2010
ikaSystems Corporation is a provider of cloud-based enterprise resource planning technology tailored for health insurers, including those in the commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid sectors. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance process automation and intelligence management. Key offerings include member, provider, and employer portals that facilitate administrative self-service, claims submission, eligibility verification, and billing functions. Additionally, ikaSystems provides ikaClaims for claims administration, ikaBilling for premium billing, and ikaDWH for data management, which supports reporting and analytics. The company's solutions, such as ikaCM and ikaDM, are designed to improve collaboration among disease and case managers, physicians, and patients. Furthermore, ikaProHEDIS+ and ikaP4P applications assist in quality management and pay-for-performance initiatives, respectively. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Southborough, Massachusetts, ikaSystems serves various sectors, including government, telecommunications, and insurance, aiming to enhance efficiency and compliance in healthcare operations.

NexTag

Acquisition in 2007
Nextag is a comparison shopping site for products, travel, and education. For merchants, service providers and individuals, Nextag acts as a sales channel. The company operates comparison shopping sites in the US (www.nextag.com), the UK (www.nextag.co.uk), France (www.nextag.fr), Germany (www.nextag.de), Italy (www.nextag.it), Spain (www.nextag.es), Canada (www.nextag.ca), Australia (www.nextag.com.au), and Japan (www.nextag.jp). NexTag is headquartered in San Mateo, California with offices in London, Tokyo and Gurgaon, India.

Phones 4U

Acquisition in 2006
Phones 4u is a prominent mobile retailer in the United Kingdom, established in 1996 and headquartered in London. The company operates over 700 stores across the country, having expanded significantly with more than 100 new openings in 2012. It offers a diverse range of products, including contract phones, budget mobile devices, accessories, and clearance handsets. Through its exclusive partnership with Dixons Retail, initiated in 2010, Phones 4u has also expanded its reach internationally, with 160 stores worldwide. The retailer has successfully built strong relationships with major handset manufacturers and the largest network operators in the U.K., earning recognition as the Mobile Industry’s ‘Best High Street Retailer’ for two consecutive years.

Kabel Deutschland

Acquisition in 2005
Kabel Deutschland (KDG) was Germany’s largest cable operator. It offered its customers analog and digital TV, broadband Internet and fixed line phone services via cable as well mobile services in cooperation with an industry partner. The company operates the cable networks in 13 German federal states and supplies its services to approximately 8.9 million connected households in Germany. KDG offers an open digital TV platform for all program providers. KDG was acquired by Vodafone in 2013.

Bustos Media

Venture Round in 2004
Bustos Media is a private broadcasting corporation that operates Spanish-language radio and television stations in the United States. The company specializes in the development and management of both frequency modulation and amplitude modulation radio stations. In addition to its broadcasting services, Bustos Media also offers marketing and advertising solutions, along with digital entertainment and internet radio services. Its focus on serving the Spanish-speaking community highlights its commitment to providing relevant media content and engaging entertainment options.

Kerasotes Theatres

Private Equity Round in 2003
Founded in 1909 with a single storefront nickelodeon, Chicago-based Kerasotes ShowPlace Theatres introduced a “new era of moviegoing” with its ShowPlace ICON Theatres in Chicago and Minneapolis. Managed by third generation family, Tony and Dean Kerasotes, the Company plans to debut ShowPlace ICON Theatres in additional major U.S. markets. They at Kerasotes are proud of over 100 years of movie-going excellence. All of their locations offer cutting-edge digital cinema projectors and sound, including select auditoriums with high-frame-rate presentation capability; Real D 3D technology; and industry-leading sound, including Dolby Digital 7.1 and Dolby® ATMOS™ (available in select auditoriums in select theatres). Even their smallest auditoriums have wall-to-wall, giant screens. They know you love the movies—and they do too—so you can be assured of a superior motion picture experience each time, every time.
ManagedStorage International is a company focused on helping organizations manage their storage costs while providing outsourced services for data protection and resource management. Serving a diverse clientele that includes enterprise and service provider customers in regions such as the United States, United Kingdom, Bermuda, and Tokyo, MSI leverages its proprietary GridWorks management system to ensure reliable data management and protection across various storage systems, whether on-site or remote. The company specializes in cloud-based backup and recovery solutions, allowing businesses to safeguard their data from disasters. By facilitating the planning, configuration, replication, and recovery of data, MSI enables companies to seamlessly connect employees to their backup data stored in the cloud during emergencies.

Servecast

Venture Round in 2000
Servecast, Ltd. specializes in online broadcasting solutions tailored for the corporate, sports, and entertainment sectors. The company offers a range of services including commercial consultancy, digital rights management, customer relationship management, and custom software development. Its flagship product, the Enterprise Media Studio, is a self-service platform that allows sports organizations to manage, deliver, and track audio and video content through streaming and downloads. Additionally, Servecast provides live and on-demand video management and streaming services for both broadband and mobile platforms, enabling organizations to effectively utilize Web casting for communications, training, and investor relations.

Riptech

Series A in 2000
RIPTech, Inc., the premiere information security Application Service Provider (ASP), was founded in 1998 by leading security professionals. RIPTech’s staff has played a key role in securing hundreds of organizations and has protected some of the nation’s most sensitive information while ensuring the security of multi-billion dollar financial systems and e-commerce platforms. RIPTech’s Secure Outsourced Solutions (SOS) is based on the powerful eSentry technology. It combines proprietary technology with security solutions from leading vendors to deliver comprehensive 24X7 security. RIPTech delivers best-of-breed information and network security without customers acquiring additional in-house security expertise or assuming burdensome network infrastructure and maintenance costs.
ManagedStorage International is a company focused on helping organizations manage their storage costs while providing outsourced services for data protection and resource management. Serving a diverse clientele that includes enterprise and service provider customers in regions such as the United States, United Kingdom, Bermuda, and Tokyo, MSI leverages its proprietary GridWorks management system to ensure reliable data management and protection across various storage systems, whether on-site or remote. The company specializes in cloud-based backup and recovery solutions, allowing businesses to safeguard their data from disasters. By facilitating the planning, configuration, replication, and recovery of data, MSI enables companies to seamlessly connect employees to their backup data stored in the cloud during emergencies.

Global Metro Networks

Private Equity Round in 2000
Global Metro focuses exclusively on building and operating dark fiber infrastructure in major metropolitan cities. Customers can "plug into" their existing network from virtually any point in the city. Ready access lets customers reduce start-up expenses and accelerate time-to-market. Global Metro's network infrastructure is designed to meet customer demands both today and tomorrow. Because they offer unlimited bandwidth, they're able to provide service that scales as each customer's needs expand. They also capitalize on the knowledge of local authorities by forging close working relationships with premier providers of construction, technical, legal and marketing services in each city.

Agilera

Private Equity Round in 2000
Agilera, Inc. is a full-service enterprise Application Service Provider that specializes in application management and technology services for various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, retail, business services, and telecommunications. The company offers an enterprise platform that facilitates access to essential applications such as enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, e-commerce, and human resources. By leveraging economies of skill, scale, and speed, Agilera enables businesses to focus on their core competencies while benefiting from quicker implementation of new application functionalities and updates. This approach aims to enhance return on investment, reduce costs, and lower the overall total cost of ownership for its clients.
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