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Apax Partners

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London, United Kingdom · Founded 1972 · AUM $77 billion · Website
BuyoutGrowth CapitalVenture CapitalLeveraged BuyoutsTechnologyInternet/ConsumerServicesHealthcareNorth AmericaEuropeAsia-PacificMiddle East
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Apax Partners is a leading British private equity firm headquartered in London that operates internationally across multiple sectors.

Founded in 1972 as Multinational Management Group (MMG) by Ronald Cohen and Maurice Tchénio, the firm evolved through a 1977 partnership with American venture capitalist Alan Patricof to become Apax Partners. The firm formalized its global branding in 2001 and has grown into one of the oldest and largest private equity firms internationally, raising approximately $77 billion in funds as of 2024.

The firm focuses on large-scale investments and leveraged buyouts across technology, internet/consumer, and services sectors. It operates from its London headquarters and major global hubs including New York, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Tel Aviv, Munich, and Shanghai.

Apax is known for significant historical deals such as the $3.5 billion acquisition of Yell Group and the purchase of Tommy Hilfiger. In recent years, the firm has remained active in digital transformation and software services, acquiring companies like ThoughtWorks and WGSN, while also expanding into impact investing and digital-specific funds.

Founded1972
HeadquartersLondon, United Kingdom
AUM$77 billion
Target investment$100 million – $5,000 million enterprise value
Employees350+
StrategiesBuyout, Growth Capital, Venture Capital, Leveraged Buyouts
Sector focusTechnology, Internet/Consumer, Services, Healthcare
Geographic focusNorth America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East

Leadership

Andrew Sillitoe
Co-CEO
Co-CEO of Apax Partners who succeeded Martin Halusa in 2013.
Mitch Truwit
Co-CEO
Co-CEO of Apax Partners who was appointed to the role in 2013.
Ronald Mourad Cohen
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Multinational Management Group (MMG), the precursor to Apax Partners.
Maurice Tchénio
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Multinational Management Group (MMG) in 1972.
Alan Patricof
Founder
Founder of Patricof & Co. who formed a partnership with MMG in 1977.

Notable Investments

Tommy Hilfiger CorporationYell GroupTravelexInmarsatCole HaanTrader CorporationThoughtWorksTrade MeBazooka Candy BrandsWGSNNXP SemiconductorsSophosCengage Learning

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