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AUG 27, 2026
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Atlas Finance Private Equity Advent International
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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