Advent International

Advent International is a private equity firm founded in 1984 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. It pursues buyouts and growth equity investments across multiple sectors, including healthcare, technology, financial services, consumer and services, industrials, retail, and leisure. The firm operates globally, making investments in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, with a focus on partnering with management to build durable value in portfolio companies.

Thomas Allen

Managing Director

Mohammed Anjarwala

Managing Director

Ramon Arocena

Director

James Brocklebank

Managing Partner and Co-Head, Europe

Fabio Cali

Managing Director

Jeff Case

Managing Director

Jeff Case

Managing Director

Abhishek Chauhan

Principal

Chris Comenos

Principal

Christina Drakos

Director

Chris Egan

Managing Partner

Alek Ferro

Principal

Alek Ferro

Principal

Susan Gentile

Managing Director and CFO

Tricia Glynn

Managing Partner

Stephen Hoffmeister

Managing Director

Bo Huang

Managing Director

Shweta Jalan

Managing Partner

Peter James

Director

Jan Janshen

Managing Partner and Co-Head, Europe

Jason Karl

Managing Director

Damien Lestang-HourcastagnƩ

Director

Shonnel Malani

Managing Partner

John Maldonado

Managing Partner

Bryan Meyerhofer

Principal

Michael Miltenberger

Principal

Eric Noeth

Managing Director

Eric Noeth

Managing Director

Michael Ogrinz

Managing Director and Partner

Jeffrey Paduch

Managing Partner

Pankaj Patwari

Managing Director

Carmine Petrone

Managing Director

Ken Prince

Managing Director

Brenno Raiko

Managing Director

Gonzalo Santos

Managing Director

Sven Seidel

Operating Partner

Ranjan Sen

Managing Partner

Bryan Taylor

Managing Partner

Robert Weaver

Managing Director

Eric Wei

Managing Director

Gabriela Weiss

Principal

Lisa Westley

Managing Director

Michael White

Principal

Lauren Young

Managing Director

Jianhong Zhang

Associate

Hadrien de Bardies

Director

Past deals in Balkans

tbi bank

Acquisition in 2025
TBI Bank is a fully licensed financial institution based in Bulgaria, specializing in retail and small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) banking. It operates in both the Bulgarian and Romanian markets, providing a range of banking services tailored to micro, small, and medium enterprises. TBI Bank offers consumer loans, deposits, credit and bank cards, as well as electronic banking services, thereby facilitating alternative payment solutions. The bank aims to create an integrated ecosystem that combines financing with shopping to effectively meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Hypo Alpe-Adria Bank International

Acquisition in 2014
Addiko Bank AG is an international banking group headquartered in Vienna, Austria, with operations in Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Austria, and Germany. The bank provides a wide range of financial products and services, including personal loans, consumer finance, mortgage loans, public finance, working capital loans, and trade finance. It also offers daily banking services and online banking solutions, catering to private individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, entrepreneurs, legal entities, and public institutions. As of December 31, 2019, Addiko Bank operated through a network of 179 branches and served approximately 860,000 clients across its core markets. The bank has been operating under its current name since July 2016, following a successful rebranding initiative. Its business segments include Consumer, SME Business, Mortgage, Large Corporates, and Public Finance, with the Consumer segment generating the highest revenue.

Five Below

Private Equity Round in 2010
Five Below operates a chain of retail stores in the United States, offering a wide range of affordable products such as sporting goods, games, wearables and jewelry, collectibles, bath and body products, candy, snacks and beverages, room decor and storage products, stationery and school supplies, computer software, books, electronic accessories, novelty items, and seasonal merchandise. The company primarily serves teens, pre-teens, and value-conscious consumers.

Regina Maria

Acquisition in 2010
Operates a network of private multi-specialty health care clinics and hospitals in Romania, offering obstetrics and gynecology, surgery, maternity services, imaging centers, stem cell banking, and clinical laboratories.

Devin JSC

Acquisition in 2009
Devin JSC, established in 1992 and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, is engaged in the production and distribution of bottled waters and non-carbonated soft drinks within Bulgaria. Its product portfolio includes Devin mineral water, Devin spring water, Devin Air carbonated mineral water, Divna table water, Granini fruit juices, and Red Bull energy drinks. The company also provides home and office water delivery services. As of March 10, 2017, Devin JSC operates as a subsidiary of SociƩte de Services,de Participations,de Direction et d'Elaboration.

KAI Group

Acquisition in 2007
KAI Group, established in 1997, is Bulgaria's leading manufacturer of ceramic tiles, with a focus on glazed and unglazed porcelain tiles, which are unique to the Balkan Peninsula. The company produces a wide range of floor and wall tiles for various applications such as bathrooms, living spaces, and outdoor areas, exporting its products internationally, particularly to Europe. KAI Group operates two manufacturing plants in Bulgaria: Khan Asparuh - Isperih and Khan Omurtag - Shumen.

Deutek

Acquisition in 2005
Deutek S.A. is a Romanian manufacturer of decorative paints, established in 1993 and headquartered in Bucharest. The company produces a diverse range of products including interior and exterior washable paints, decorative plasters, varnishes, lacquers for wood, enamels for both wood and metal, and various primers and pigments. Deutek markets its products under well-known brands, such as Oskar and Danke, and provides tools and accessories related to painting. Its distribution network includes hardware and construction materials stores across Romania. Originally a subsidiary of Meffert AG Farbwerke, Deutek S.A. rebranded from Dufa Deutek SA in 2008 and currently operates as a subsidiary of PPG Industries, Inc.

Vivacom

Acquisition in 2004
Vivacom is a leading telecommunications provider based in Sofia, Bulgaria, specializing in a comprehensive array of services that include mobile and fixed voice communications, high-speed fiber optic internet, digital interactive television, and tailored telecommunication solutions. Established as the first telecom operator in Bulgaria, Vivacom has evolved into a prominent brand, serving over 4 million customers with a commitment to delivering high-quality, modern technology. The company operates an extensive network of more than 230 retail shops across the country, emphasizing the importance of connectivity in today's fast-paced environment. In addition to its focus on innovative telecommunications, Vivacom is dedicated to social responsibility, investing millions annually in education, culture, sports, and charitable initiatives through its social policy platform.

Euromedia

Acquisition in 1999
The presence on the outdoor advertising market in Romania since the beginning of its development, EUROMEDIA has become a market leader over the years due to its wide range of formats and the large number of nationally owned advertising boards. view our products

Vodafone Romania

Acquisition in 1998
Vodafone Romania provides wireless communication services.
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