Advent International

About The Fund

Advent International is a global private equity firm that was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, and other locations worldwide. They specialize in equity investments, focusing on companies across a diverse range of sectors including software (Web, Marketplace, SaaS, etc.), IT and TMT, media, education, biotech, business solutions, fintech and financial services, hardware and manufacturing, energy, A.I. and big data, healthtech and fitness, blockchain and cryptocurrencies, analytics, food and beverage, logistics and distribution, material science, medical devices and hospital services, and healthcare and wellness. With a vast asset under management totaling over one billion dollars, they have the capability to invest in various stages of a company's growth, ranging from a minimum investment of $10,000 to a maximum of $190 million, aiming for an investment sweet spot of around $25,000. Advent International's expertise includes expansion support, management buyouts/buy-ins (MBO/LBO), company acquisitions, recapitalization, restructuring, and privatization. They commit to working with management teams, entrepreneurs, and founders to help transform businesses, leveraging their expertise and resources to support companies in achieving their strategic goals. Their approach includes forming strong partnerships and implementing responsible investment practices. Advent International boasts a robust global presence with a local touch, due to their widespread international offices, which allows them to tap into different markets effectively. Their strategic vision is to foster sustainable growth and prosperous outcomes for the companies in which they invest.