Providence Equity Partners

Providence Equity Partners, established in 1989, is a global private equity firm headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, with additional offices in New York and London. The firm specializes in investing in growth-oriented companies across the media, communications, education, and technology sectors in North America and Europe. Since its inception, Providence has invested over $31 billion across more than 170 companies, demonstrating a partnership approach to investing and deep industry expertise. The firm's strategy involves taking controlling or significant minority positions in mid- to large-cap companies, aiming to generate superior returns by supporting management teams in building exceptional businesses.