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Diversey Public Shareholders to Receive $8.40 Per Share in Cash in “Go Private” TransactionCombined company will allow for expanded markets and additional sustainable solutionsWILMINGTON, Del. and FORT MILL, S.C. – Marc...
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Jacob Kotzubei and Louis Samson Appointed Co-Presidents of Platinum Equity
March 02, 2023
LOS ANGELES (March 2, 2023) – Platinum Equity announced today that veteran dealmakers Jacob Kotzubei and Louis Samson have been appointed co-presidents of the global investment firm. The two will continue to report to Plati...
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Platinum Equity Announces Completion of HarbisonWalker International Acquisition
February 21, 2023
HWI and Calderys to join forces, creating a global refractories provider with a comprehensive product portfolio and expanded reachLOS ANGELES (February 20, 2023) – Platinum Equity announced today that the previously announc...
December 01, 2022
New Securus Originals’ Podcast Inspires Incarcerated Individuals to Focus on Building a Second Chance Beginning Day One of Incarceration
The “Day One with Andre Norman™” podcast is the most recent addition to Securus Technologies’ growing catalog of free restorative content for the incarcerated DALLAS, TX – Securus Technologies, an Aventiv company driving efforts to better serve the incarcerated through rehabilitative justice, today announced the availability of a new 12-episode podcast series on Securus Originals, titled “Day One with Andre Norman.” Created an... Read more
The “Day One with Andre Norman™” podcast is the most recent addition to Securus Technologies’ growing catalog of free restorative content for... Read more
The “Day One with Andre Norman™” podcast is the most recent addition to Securus Technologies’ growing catalo. Read more
November 30, 2022
Deluxe Acquires Post Haste Digital To Further Scale Capacity For Owned Dubbing and Media Services As Growth in Local Language Content Continues
LOS ANGELES, CA (November 30, 2022) – Deluxe, the global provider of cloud-based localization and distribution solutions to the world’s leading content production studios and distributors, announced today that it has acquired English Dubbing and Media Services Provider Post Haste Digital. The announcement was made by Chris Reynolds, Deluxe’s Executive Vice President and General Manager of Worldwide Localization and Fulfillment. With the ... Read more
LOS ANGELES, CA (November 30, 2022) – Deluxe, the global provider of cloud-based localization and distribution solutions to the world’s leading co... Read more
LOS ANGELES, CA (November 30, 2022) – Deluxe, the global provider of cloud-based localization and distribution solu. Read more
November 04, 2022
Platinum Equity’s development of first-time mentorship program for Jalen Rose Leadership Academy called ‘beneficial’ for students
For nine years, Platinum Equity has served as the presenting sponsor for the annual Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic, a major fundraising event for the public charter school located in the Detroit neighborhood of Rose’s youth.This year, in an effort to have more of an impact in the students’ lives, Platinum Equity introduced a new mentorship program for JRLA students the following day with the hope it will become an annual... Read more
For nine years, Platinum Equity has served as the presenting sponsor for the annual Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic, a major fund... Read more
For nine years, Platinum Equity has served as the presenting sponsor for the annual Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Cel. Read more
November 01, 2022
Platinum Equity continues support of annual Malibu Triathlon to benefit Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles
Megan Korte had an easy out. A few days before the Malibu Triathlon she was diagnosed with kidney stones. But Korte, who started at Platinum Equity over the summer in the Marketing Department, didn’t miss the triathlon as she ran the final leg of the mixed relay. “I don't give up easily and backing out of something that's charity-driven isn't really in my soul,” she said. “I have a background of volunteering and helping many different cha... Read more
Megan Korte had an easy out. A few days before the Malibu Triathlon she was diagnosed with kidney stones. But Korte, who started at Platinum Equity ov... Read more
Megan Korte had an easy out. A few days before the Malibu Triathlon she was diagnosed with kidney stones. But Korte, . Read more
October 20, 2022
How one educator’s use of McGraw Hill’s ALEKS technology helps her students succeed at math
Four years ago, Cece Jacobs was a first-year junior high math teacher in an Arizona school district. As a young teacher, she was seeking ways to engage students in math. That’s when she started using ALEKS, an AI-driven online learning program from McGraw Hill, an education company acquired by Platinum Equity last year. “The beauty of the ALEKS program is how it adjusts to the student and their skill level,” Jacobs said. “So, I hav... Read more
Four years ago, Cece Jacobs was a first-year junior high math teacher in an Arizona school district. As a young teacher, she was seeking ways to enga... Read more
Four years ago, Cece Jacobs was a first-year junior high math teacher in an Arizona school district. As a young teac. Read more
September 30, 2022
Platinum Equity Acquires Majority Interest in Global Apparel Company Hop Lun
Investment in Hong Kong-based undergarment and swimwear company led by Platinum’s Singapore investment teamLOS ANGELES and SINGAPORE, September 30, 2022 — Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of a controlling stake in international apparel company Hop Lun from company founder Erik Ryd has been completed. Financial terms were not disclosed.Founded by Mr. Ryd in 1992 and headquartered in Hong Kong, Hop Lun is one of the world’... Read more
Investment in Hong Kong-based undergarment and swimwear company led by Platinum’s Singapore investment teamLOS ANGELES and SINGAPORE, September 30, ... Read more
Investment in Hong Kong-based undergarment and swimwear company led by Platinum’s Singapore investment teamLOS ANGE. Read more
September 30, 2022
How acquisition of apparel company Hop Lun is an example of Platinum Equity’s ability to ‘win over’ founder-owned companies
Platinum Equity’s decision to acquire a majority interest in Hop Lun, a global apparel company, is noteworthy for many reasons.Hop Lun is Platinum Equity’s fourth platform deal and first foray into the apparel business in Asia.It’s currently the fourth apparel company in Platinum Equity’s portfolio.The acquisition is also another instance of Platinum Equity building a solid working relationship with a founder-owned business. Current Plati... Read more
Platinum Equity’s decision to acquire a majority interest in Hop Lun, a global apparel company, is noteworthy for many reasons.Hop Lun is Platinum E... Read more
Platinum Equity’s decision to acquire a majority interest in Hop Lun, a global apparel company, is noteworthy for m. Read more
September 28, 2022
How commitment and resources drive Platinum Equity’s European momentum
The ability to execute European-headquartered global, pan-European, and domestic complex deals speaks to Platinum Equity’s commitment and deployment of resources in Europe.With the early 2022 acquisition of Leaders Romans Group, a UK-based property service firm, Platinum’s European portfolio includes: Spain-headquartered global environmental services leader Urbaser and global frozen seafood company Iberconsa, European vacation rentals group A... Read more
The ability to execute European-headquartered global, pan-European, and domestic complex deals speaks to Platinum Equity’s commitment and deployment... Read more
The ability to execute European-headquartered global, pan-European, and domestic complex deals speaks to Platinum Equ. Read more
September 20, 2022
Why Platinum Equity likes ‘high velocity M&A’ opportunity in UK property services market
Acquisition of Leaders Romans Group amplifies European momentum because of its place in the UK property marketIn early March, residential property letting company Leaders Romans Group announced the acquisition of Northfields Holdings, the first acquisition for United Kingdom-based LRG under the Platinum Equity umbrella.Since that acquisition, LRG has acquired SPL Property Management, GSC Estate Management, and Hose Rhodes Dickson.The M&A acti... Read more
Acquisition of Leaders Romans Group amplifies European momentum because of its place in the UK property marketIn early March, residential property let... Read more
Acquisition of Leaders Romans Group amplifies European momentum because of its place in the UK property marketIn earl. Read more
August 30, 2022
Why Detroit Pistons owner and Platinum Equity founder Tom Gores hopes basketball camps can be ‘foundation of success’ for kids
Jeremiah West was eager to volunteer at the five-day basketball camp recently held in the Petosky-Otsego neighborhood in Detroit.He fondly remembers when he was taught to play by older kids as a youth.“The camp keeps the kids active and teaches them the fundamentals of basketball,” West said of the early August camp that also allowed West to give back to his community. “Some of the kids don’t have a hoop at home so they come here, play ba... Read more
Jeremiah West was eager to volunteer at the five-day basketball camp recently held in the Petosky-Otsego neighborhood in Detroit.He fondly remembers w... Read more
Jeremiah West was eager to volunteer at the five-day basketball camp recently held in the Petosky-Otsego neighborhood. Read more
