Advent International

Founded in 1984 by Peter Brooke as a spin-out from TA Associates, Advent International has grown into one of the largest global private equity firms. The firm began its institutional fundraising with the International Network Fund in 1987 and expanded rapidly into Europe and Latin America during the 1990s. Since its inception, the firm has raised over $56 billion in private equity capital and completed more than 375 transactions across 42 countries.

The firm focuses on international buyouts and strategic investments across several core sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and technology. Advent operates through a network of 14 offices in 11 countries, employing hundreds of investment professionals globally. Notable historical milestones include raising the largest-ever private equity funds dedicated to Latin America and executing significant transactions during global financial shifts, such as the 2009 acquisition of Fifth Third Processing Solutions.

In recent years, Advent has continued to execute large-scale acquisitions in diverse industries, ranging from aerospace and defense with the takeover of Cobham Plc to geospatial intelligence through the acquisition of Maxar Technologies. The firm also maintains a strong presence in the consumer and pharmaceutical sectors, with investments in brands like lululemon athletica and companies like Zentiva. As of 2025, Advent is ranked among the top global private equity firms by assets under management and industry rankings.