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

Beverly Berman

Partner

James Brocklebank

Managing Partner

Past deals in HoReCa

Siesa

Acquisition in 2024
Siesa develops business software for financial, CRM, HCM, billing, and e-commerce, focusing on retail and hospitality.

GHL Hoteles

Private Equity Round in 2022
GHL Hoteles is an international hotel operator based in Bogotá, Colombia, managing a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, Sonesta, and Hyatt Place, alongside its own brands: GHL Relax, GHL Style, and GHL Collection. The company focuses on providing a range of services that encompass accommodation, event hosting, dining, and entertainment, aimed at delivering unique experiences and memorable stays for its guests. GHL Hoteles is committed to enhancing the hospitality sector in the regions it serves through its well-established brand presence and a customer-centric approach.

Hoist Group

Acquisition in 2021
Hoist AB is a provider of technology solutions for the hotel industry, focusing on enhancing guest experiences through integrated digital services. The company offers a range of products, including Property Management and Booking Software, Managed IP Networks, and various digital content services. With its headquarters in Stockholm and 20 offices across the EMEA region, Hoist AB employs nearly 500 staff members and serves over 8,000 hotels. By analyzing and correlating data from multiple digital touchpoints, Hoist AB helps hotels optimize their guest services and streamline operations.

First Watch Restaurant Group

Acquisition in 2017
First Watch Restaurant Group Inc is a daytime dining establishment that focuses on made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch. The company prides itself on using fresh ingredients, preparing its menu items from scratch each morning. It emphasizes quality by avoiding heat lamps and deep fryers, ensuring that every dish delivers the freshest taste. First Watch generates revenue primarily through restaurant sales and franchise operations, reflecting its commitment to providing a superior dining experience centered around wholesome, quality meals.

King Koil Shanghai Sleep System

Acquisition in 2016
King Koil Shanghai Sleep System Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer and retailer of premium mattresses, established in 2000 and based in Shanghai, China. The company serves as the exclusive licensee of several international mattress brands, including King Koil, Aireloom, and Life Balance. It also holds the Chinese trademark for King Koil, a prominent US brand with a long history dating back to 1898. In addition to its retail operations, King Koil supplies premium sleep products to luxury hotels, reinforcing its reputation in the high-end market. The brand is recognized globally and has received numerous accolades, including endorsements from the International Chiropractors Association and the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research.

Hudson

Acquisition in 2013
Hudson, a travel retail company, operates over 970 stores in 87 airports and transportation terminals across the United States and Canada. It offers a range of products including reading materials, snacks, souvenirs, electronics, duty-free items, and quick-service food and beverages under brands such as Hudson, Hudson News, Hudson Bookseller, and Ink by Hudson. As a subsidiary of Dufry AG, Hudson is one of the largest travel retailers in North America, with a presence in 24 of the top 25 busiest airports.

International Meal Company Alimentação

Acquisition in 2008
International Meal Company Alimentação S.A. is a Brazilian company that specializes in the sale of food and beverages across various sectors, including restaurants, snack bars, coffee shops, and airline catering services. Founded in 1965 and headquartered in São Paulo, the company operates in several segments, including shopping malls, airports, highways, and the United States. It is known for its diverse brand portfolio, which includes Frango Assado, Viena, Olive Garden, Margaritaville, and several others. In addition to its dining operations, the company also engages in subleasing retail spaces for promotional purposes and provides services related to fuel sales at its locations. International Meal Company Alimentação is recognized for its quick casual and casual dining experiences tailored to a wide range of customers.

International Meal Company Alimentação

Private Equity Round in 2007
International Meal Company Alimentação S.A. is a Brazilian company that specializes in the sale of food and beverages across various sectors, including restaurants, snack bars, coffee shops, and airline catering services. Founded in 1965 and headquartered in São Paulo, the company operates in several segments, including shopping malls, airports, highways, and the United States. It is known for its diverse brand portfolio, which includes Frango Assado, Viena, Olive Garden, Margaritaville, and several others. In addition to its dining operations, the company also engages in subleasing retail spaces for promotional purposes and provides services related to fuel sales at its locations. International Meal Company Alimentação is recognized for its quick casual and casual dining experiences tailored to a wide range of customers.

Brewery Holdings

Private Equity Round in 1998
Brewery Holdings is a brewer and distributor of beer.

Elior Group

Acquisition in 1997
Founded in 1991, Elior Group specializes in contract catering, concession catering, and support services. It offers a wide range of cleaning and hygiene services to various sectors worldwide, including hotels, industrial sites, shops, retail outlets, travelers, schools, universities, and railway stations. The company is committed to sustainable practices, having been a member of the United Nations Global Compact since 2004.

Brewery Holdings

Private Equity Round in 1996
Brewery Holdings is a brewer and distributor of beer.
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