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Advent International
Boston, USA

Partnering with management to build great companies.

About

Advent International is one of the world's leading independent private equity investors, with a strong track record of identifying, investing in, and building successful businesses across Europe, North America, and Asia. The firm manages over $60 billion in assets and has completed more than 380 platform investments and 2,300 add-on acquisitions since its inception.

The company invests in mid-market and large-cap companies with a focus on technology-enabled businesses across various sectors including software, financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, and business services. Advent's investment approach combines deep sector expertise, operational excellence, and a long-term value creation strategy to help portfolio companies achieve significant growth and transformation.

With offices in 19 countries and a team of experienced investment professionals, Advent International partners with management teams to drive sustainable value creation, innovation, and market leadership for its portfolio companies globally.

Leadership
G
Giles Brooke
Founder & Senior Advisor
Founder of Advent International in 1995, Giles Brooke is a pioneering figure in global private equity investing.
IBTimes Coverage
PayPal's Board Thinks Stripe And Advent's $53 Billion Offer Is Too Low. The Rejection Could Set The Stage For A Bigger Bid.
PayPal's board believes the $53 billion takeover proposal from Stripe and Advent International does not adequately value the payments giant.
Jul 17, 2026
Stripe Wants To Buy PayPal In A $53 Billion Deal, Sending Its Shares Soaring.
PayPal shares surged Wednesday after Stripe and private equity firm Advent International submitted a joint offer worth more than $53 billion for the company that helped bring digital payments into mainstream online commerce.
Jul 15, 2026
Company Info
Founded 1984
Employees 201-500
Type Private
Product Advent International GPE X
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