We are one of the world's leading global buyout firms.

Partnership with Advent International gives companies access not only to capital, but to the collective experience, resources and networks of one of the world's largest, longest established, respected and most international private equity firms.

We have been at the forefront of international investing for over 25 years.

ADVENT AT A GLANCE

Founded in 1984

$24 billion in cumulative capital raised

Focused exclusively on private equity, primarily buyouts

Premier global investment platform

Employs over 300 talented people worldwide, including over 150 investment professionals (of which 40 partners) from 27 nationalities

Operates from offices in 16 countries, with affiliates in a further 7 countries

Global programme of over 70 experienced "operating partners"

Four dedicated regional investment programmes:

            -Western Europe/North America – GPE VI (2008) €6.6bn/$10.4bn

            -Central & Eastern Europe – ACEE IV (2008) €1bn/$1.6bn

            -Latin America – LAPEF IV (2007) $1.3bn

            -Japan – JPEF (2008) ¥60bn/$550mm