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January 04, 2023

Aventiv leadership tells Axios-sponsored panel discussion that access to technology can reduce recidivism

Aventiv Technologies CEO Dave Abel and advisory board chairwoman Teresa Hodge told Axios that access to technology can help reduce recidivism and improve outcomes for the incarcerated community.The two Aventiv representatives took part in an Axios-sponsored panel discussion for an online audience of policy makers.Abel, who was appointed CEO in 2020, said: “Aventiv is entirely focused on using technology to break this (recidivism) cycle. …. Ma... Read more

Aventiv Technologies CEO Dave Abel and advisory board chairwoman Teresa Hodge told Axios that access to technology can help reduce recidivism and impr... Read more

Aventiv Technologies CEO Dave Abel and advisory board chairwoman Teresa Hodge told Axios that access to technology ca. Read more

January 31, 2023

Year In Review: Platinum Equity marks an impactful 2022 with new platforms, 61 add-ons, ESG strides and philanthropic outreach

After a record-breaking 2021 for M&A, deal activity slowed globally in 2022. The reasons for the slowdown are well-reported, but it was still a landmark year for Platinum Equity and its portfolio companies. There were transactions in Europe, a result of Platinum Equity’s commitment to the continent. There were significant exits. There was another example of the value Platinum Equity can provide to founder-owned businesses. The firm... Read more

After a record-breaking 2021 for M&A, deal activity slowed globally in 2022. The reasons for the slowdown are well-reported, but it was still a... Read more

After a record-breaking 2021 for M&A, deal activity slowed globally in 2022. The reasons for the slowdown are . Read more

January 31, 2023

Platinum Equity Completes Acquisition of High Temperature Solutions Business from Imerys for €930 Million

HTS to operate under Calderys brand and combine with pending Platinum acquisition HarbisonWalker International to create a global refractories provider with a comprehensive product portfolio and expanded reachLOS ANGELES and PARIS (January 31, 2023) – Platinum Equity today announced that the acquisition of Imerys SA’s High Temperature Solutions business (HTS) in a transaction valued at approximately €930 million has been completed.The com... Read more

HTS to operate under Calderys brand and combine with pending Platinum acquisition HarbisonWalker International to create a global refractories provid... Read more

HTS to operate under Calderys brand and combine with pending Platinum acquisition HarbisonWalker International to cr. Read more

February 21, 2023

Platinum Equity Announces Completion of HarbisonWalker International Acquisition

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 announced acquisition of HarbisonWalker International (HWI) by way of a merger agreement, has been completed. HWI is a supplier of refractory products and services in North America.Financial terms were not disclosed.In January, Plat... Read more

HWI and Calderys to join forces, creating a global refractories provider with a comprehensive product portfolio and expanded reachLOS ANGELES (Februar... Read more

HWI and Calderys to join forces, creating a global refractories provider with a comprehensive product portfolio and e. Read more

March 02, 2023

Jacob Kotzubei and Louis Samson Appointed Co-Presidents of Platinum Equity

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 Platinum’s Founder and CEO Tom Gores.Mr. Kotzubei and Mr. Samson, each with more than 25 years of M&A experience, are currently partners and members of the firm’s investment committee. Mr. Gores said their elevation would ... Read more

LOS ANGELES (March 2, 2023) – Platinum Equity announced today that veteran dealmakers Jacob Kotzubei and Louis Samson have been appointed co-preside... Read more

LOS ANGELES (March 2, 2023) – Platinum Equity announced today that veteran dealmakers Jacob Kotzubei and Louis Sams. Read more

March 08, 2023

Diversey to be Acquired by Solenis for $4.6 Billion

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. – March 8, 2023 - Solenis (“Solenis”) and Diversey Holdings, Ltd. (“Diversey” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DSEY) today announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Solenis will acquire Divers... Read more

Diversey Public Shareholders to Receive $8.40 Per Share in Cash in “Go Private” TransactionCombined company will allow for expanded markets and ad... Read more

Diversey Public Shareholders to Receive $8.40 Per Share in Cash in “Go Private” TransactionCombined company will . Read more

March 28, 2023

How Jostens is assisting Tunnel to Towers in helping first responders, military veterans

On 9/11, firefighter Stephen Gerard Siller was on his way to play golf when he heard the news a plane hit the North Tower of the World Trade Center. Siller immediately drove his truck to the entrance of the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel. He strapped 60 pounds of gear to his back and raced almost two miles to the site, where the married father of five eventually lost his life. To honor the sacrifice of Siller, other first responders and militar... Read more

On 9/11, firefighter Stephen Gerard Siller was on his way to play golf when he heard the news a plane hit the North Tower of the World Trade Center. ... Read more

On 9/11, firefighter Stephen Gerard Siller was on his way to play golf when he heard the news a plane hit the North T. Read more

April 03, 2023

Platinum Equity Acquires Majority Share of Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment

LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of a majority interest in Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment from affiliates of the company’s founders.The Tarter family remains a minority shareholder. Financial terms were not disclosed.Founded by the Tarter family in 1945 as the Tarter Gate Company, the business has expanded significantly in recent years to include a broad range of ranch and farm equipment. Today Tar... Read more

LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of a majority interest in Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment from affiliat... Read more

LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of a majority interest in Tarter Farm . Read more

April 17, 2023

Platinum Equity to Acquire JELD-WEN Australasia Windows and Doors Business

LOS ANGELES, April 16, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the JELD-WEN Australasia windows, doors and related building products business from JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) for approximately $461 million.The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2023, subject to certain closing conditions and regulatory approvals.“We are proud to have crafted a divestiture solution t... Read more

LOS ANGELES, April 16, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the JELD-WEN Australasia windows, doo... Read more

LOS ANGELES, April 16, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the . Read more

May 08, 2023

Yahoo News highlights Securus Technologies program that gives the incarcerated community access to college degrees

In 2016, Securus Technologies created its Lantern program for corrections to provide incarcerated students access to a college education. The platform partners with colleges and universities to deliver postsecondary digital education services to seven state department of corrections programs with nine schools around the country. Nearly 8,000 students were enrolled this past fall, and 1,000 students have earned degrees through the program. Y... Read more

In 2016, Securus Technologies created its Lantern program for corrections to provide incarcerated students access to a college education. The platf... Read more

In 2016, Securus Technologies created its Lantern program for corrections to provide incarcerated students access to . Read more