M&A Deal Summary |
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| Date | 2020-01-02 |
| Target | On Location Experiences |
| Sector | Media |
| Buyer(s) | Endeavor |
| Sellers(s) |
RedBird Capital Partners
The Carlyle Group Bruin Sports Capital |
| Deal Type | Add-on Acquisition |
| Deal Value | 650M USD |
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Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation; marketing and licensing; content development, distribution, and sales; event management; and a number of direct-to-consumer offerings. Endeavor was incorporated in 1898 and is based in Beverly Hills, California.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 10 of 13 |
| Sector (Media) | 5 of 6 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 9 of 9 |
| State (New York) | 2 of 3 |
| Country (United States) | 9 of 11 |
| Year (2020) | 1 of 1 |
| Size (of disclosed) | 5 of 6 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-03-26 |
NeuLion
Plainview, New York, United States NeuLion, Inc. offers solutions that power the highest quality digital experiences for live and on-demand content in up to 4K/HDR on any device. Through its end-to-end technology platform, NeuLion enables digital video management, distribution and monetization for content owners worldwide including the NFL, NBA, UFC, EFL, Euroleague, World Surf League, Univision, Sky Sports, Eleven Sports Network and others. NeuLion powers the entire video ecosystem for content owners and rights holders, consumer electronic companies, and third party video integrators through its MainConcept business. NeuLion’s robust consumer electronics licensing business enables consumer electronics manufacturers to provide a secure, high-quality video experience with premium screen resolution, up to Ultra HD/4K, across virtually all content formats, for a wide range of connected devices. NeuLion is headquartered in Plainview, NY. |
Buy | $250M |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-01-01 |
DBH
Syracuse, New York, United States DBH owns and operates select minor league baseball clubs affiliated with major league baseball. DBH seeks to support, promote and enhance its clubs through professional management, best practices, innovation and investment, with the mission to elevate fan and player experiences and enrich communities across the country. DBH was formed in 2021 and is based in Syracuse, New York. |
Buy | - |
| Category | Private Equity Firm |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2014 |
| PE ASSETS | 10.0B USD |
| Size | Mega |
| Type | Sector Agnostic |
RedBird Capital Partners is a private equity firm focused on investing in growth-oriented companies in the business services, financial services, sports/leisure/hospitality, and media/entertainment sectors. RedBird will consider opportunities throughout North America and has a particular interest in businesses at an inflection point with proven business models, strong management, and little debt. RedBird Capital Partners was formed in 2014 and is based in New York, New York.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 1 of 9 |
| Sector (Media) | 1 of 3 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 1 of 6 |
| State (New York) | 1 of 3 |
| Country (United States) | 1 of 9 |
| Year (2020) | 1 of 3 |
| Size (of disclosed) | 2 of 2 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-11-18 |
OneTeam Partners
Washington, District of Columbia, United States OneTeam Partners provides athletes to maximize the value of their name, image, and likeness rights. OneTeam will manage and further commercialize player intellectual property, beginning with established franchises in video games and trading cards. OneTeam Partners was established in 2019 and is based in Washington, District of Columbia. |
Buy | - |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-05-22 |
Toulouse Football Club
Toulouse, France SASP Toulouse Football Club evolves in the elite of French football, the Ligue 1. TFC governs all the sporting, economic and social activities of the professional football club of the city of Toulouse. The club has experienced an exceptional sporting ascent during the last ten seasons: two successive climbs, a title of French League Champion 2, two European qualifications, a preliminary round of Champions' league, a Gambardella cup, two semi-finals of National Cups and eight seasons in Ligue 1. Toulouse Football Club was formed in 1937 and is based in Toulouse, France. |
Buy | - |
| Category | Private Equity Firm |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1987 |
| PE ASSETS | 376.0B USD |
| Size | Mega |
| Type | Sector Agnostic |
The Carlyle Group is a global investment firm that pursues private equity, credit, and real estate investments worldwide. Carlyle's private equity practice practice pursues buyouts, strategic minority equity investments, equity private placements, consolidations and buildups, and growth capital financings. With offices in 19 countries, Carlyle can easily target opportunities throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, the Middle East/North Africa and Latin America. Broad sectors of interest include aerospace, defense, automotive and transportation, consumer, retail, energy and power, financial services, healthcare, industrial, infrastructure, technology services, business services, telecommunications and media. The Carlyle Group was formed in 1987 and is based in Washington DC.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 378 of 459 |
| Sector (Media) | 13 of 13 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 163 of 191 |
| State (New York) | 15 of 19 |
| Country (United States) | 216 of 252 |
| Year (2020) | 1 of 25 |
| Size (of disclosed) | 53 of 133 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-01-01 |
ARMADA
Spanish Fort, Alabama, United States ARMADA is an independent provider specializing in preservation, structural and mechanical work, scaffolding/environmental containment, radiological and remediation services, staffing, and project management. ARMADA services the maritime, defense and industrial sectors. ARMADA is based in Spanish Fort, Alabama. |
Buy | - |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-01-06 |
Sundyne
Arvada, Colorado, United States Sundyne is a manufacturer of precision-engineered, highly reliable, safe, and efficient centrifugal pumps and compressors for use in the hydrocarbon processing, chemical processing, power generation, industrial, and high-pressure water applications. Sundyne was established in 1970 and is based in Arvada, Colorado. |
Sell | - |
Bruins Sports Capital is a private investment firm established to create, acquire and invest in enterprises leading the future of the sports and lifestyle industries. The Firm looks to partner with management teams to pursue strategic and operationally-focused opportunities. Bruin Sports Capital was established in 2014 and is headquartered in White Plains, New York.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 1 of 3 |
| Sector (Media) | 1 of 2 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 1 of 1 |
| State (New York) | 1 of 1 |
| Country (United States) | 1 of 1 |
| Year (2020) | 1 of 1 |
| Size (of disclosed) | 1 of 1 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-12-16 |
Two Circles
London, United Kingdom Two Circles is a data-driven sports marketing agency. Two Circles has established itself as the market leader for a data-driven approach to sports marketing in Europe. Employing 55 people, the agency works with leading sports rightsholders across 10 markets internationally, enabling them to deliver the right messages to the right customers at the right time and in doing so, deliver commercial growth across all key revenue streams. Two Circles was founded in 2011 and is based in London, United Kingdom. |
Buy | - |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-03-23 |
TGI Sport
Krefeld, Germany TGI Sport is a provider of sports technology, media, and marketing, connecting sports entities and fans worldwide. The combined operations span North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and its teams support around 3,500+ events annually. TGI Sport was founded in 1997 and is based in Krefeld, Germany. |
Buy | - |
