M&A Deal Summary

Eurazeo PME and NextStage AM Acquire WiiSmile

On June 15, 2022, private equity firms Eurazeo PME and NextStage AM acquired internet software and services company WiiSmile from NextStage AM for 70M EUR

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Eurazeo PME’s 4th and NextStage AM’s 2nd transaction in the Internet Software and Services sector.
  • This is Eurazeo PME’s 16th and NextStage AM’s largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Eurazeo PME’s 50th and NextStage AM’s 6th transaction in France.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2022-06-15
Target WiiSmile
Sector Internet Software and Services
Buyer(s) Eurazeo PME
NextStage AM
Sellers(s) NextStage AM
Deal Type Secondary Buyout
Deal Value 70M EUR

Target

WiiSmile

Montmelian, France
WiiSmile offers VSEs / SMEs the opportunity to cultivate the commitment of their employees by improving their quality of life and that of their families. The company has thus developed a 100% digital platform in SaaS mode, supported by a team of 30 call center agents, allowing more than 8 small and medium-sized companies located throughout France, to offer their employees an “all-in-one” offer. WiiSmile was founded in 2001 and is based in Montmelian, France.

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Buyer(S) 2

Buyer
DESCRIPTION

Eurazeo PME, formerly known as OFI Private Equity Capital. Eurazeo PME invests equity and mezzanine capital in secondary buyout transactions of unlisted French companies. The Firm looks for opportunities valued between €50 and €250 million. Areas of interest include chemicals, financial services, consumer services, retail, manufacturing, distribution, and life science. Eurazeo PME was formed in 1997 and is based in Paris.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 77 of 82
Sector (Internet Software and Services) 4 of 5
Type (Secondary Buyout) 29 of 31
Country (France) 50 of 55
Year (2022) 7 of 10
Size (of disclosed) 16 of 18
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-04-21 Gisou

Almere, Netherlands

Gisou offers a full haircare routine and complexion products. Gisou's offers a unique bee-based approach to beauty, products being inspired by homemade honey-infused recipes that deeply moisturize, nourish, and restore hair and skin. Gisou was founded in 2015 and is based in Almere, Netherlands.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-08-04 Sevetys

Paris, France

Sevetys is a veterinary services provider with a network of over 200 clinics throughout the country. Sevetys was founded in 2016 and is based in Paris, France.

Buy -
Buyer

NextStage AM

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2002
PE ASSETS 467M EUR
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

NextStage is a private equity firm focused on small to mid-sized growth companies in France. The Firm was formed in 2002 and is headquartered in Paris.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 6 of 7
Sector (Internet Software and Services) 2 of 2
Type (Secondary Buyout) 2 of 2
Country (France) 6 of 7
Year (2022) 2 of 3
Size (of disclosed) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-03-10 Wolf Lingerie

La Wantzenau, France

Wolf Lingerie is a manufacturer of lingerie products for women in France and internationally. Wolf Lingerie was founded in 1947 and is based in La Wantzenau, France.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-10-11 Port Adhoc

Paris, France

Port Adhoc is a provider of management and construction of infrastructure dedicated to the pleasure boating. Port Adhoc was founded in 2004 and is based in Paris, France.

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Seller(S) 1

SELLER

NextStage AM

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2002
PE ASSETS 467M EUR
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

NextStage is a private equity firm focused on small to mid-sized growth companies in France. The Firm was formed in 2002 and is headquartered in Paris.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 2
Sector (Internet Software and Services) 1 of 1
Type (Secondary Buyout) 1 of 1
Country (France) 1 of 2
Year (2022) 1 of 2
Size (of disclosed) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-03-10 Wolf Lingerie

La Wantzenau, France

Wolf Lingerie is a manufacturer of lingerie products for women in France and internationally. Wolf Lingerie was founded in 1947 and is based in La Wantzenau, France.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-10-11 Port Adhoc

Paris, France

Port Adhoc is a provider of management and construction of infrastructure dedicated to the pleasure boating. Port Adhoc was founded in 2004 and is based in Paris, France.

Sell -