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Carlsquare advised Eniro Group AB (publ) on its acquisition of Medialuotsi Oy, a leading Finnish digital marketing agency. Eniro Group AB, listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, offers a comprehensive portfolio of digital marketing and local search services tailored to Nordic SMEs and provides customer care solutions for large companies across the Nordic region. Medialuotsi specialises in providing productized digital marketing solutions tailored to Finnish SMEs and serves over 2,000 customers. This strategic transaction marks a milestone in Eniro’s growth journey, reinforcing its position as a key player in the Nordic digital marketing industry. Many thanks to Hosni Teque-Omeirat, Joel Odland, Simone Fuchs and the rest of the Eniro team for putting their trust in Carlsquare. Congratulations to the deal team: Anders Elgemyr, Jonatan Eriksson, Alexander Staneker, and Niklas Hoborn. For more information about the deal, follow the link in the comments to the official press release. #MandA #Carlsquare #DigitalMarketing #Nordics #Medialuotsi #EniroGroup

New Year's Reception for the Consumer Industry ✨🥂   It’s almost here! Secure your spot and join us on Monday, January 20, at our Berlin office to kick off 2025 with top investors and entrepreneurs in the consumer industry.   Come along to exchange with your industry peers and listen to sector experts share their insights into the trends governing the consumer market in 2025.   You will also have the chance to hear Johannes Kliesch, CEO of SNOCKS, with a keynote titled "From Snocks to Oceans Apart: Lessons Learned on the Journey to a House of Brands."   Don’t miss this inspiring start to the year—we look forward to welcoming you in Berlin!   #WeCloseDeals #Consumer #MandA #Snocks

Excited to welcome Eric Erbeck as Partner to our Frankfurt M&A team! 🎉 Eric brings extensive experience at the intersection of investment banking and entrepreneurship. Previously Senior Vice President at Houlihan Lokey’s Global Technology Group, he also held a pivotal role at GCA Altium and started his career in Deutsche Bank’s Corporate Finance Group. As a co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of a Berlin-based startup, Eric defined the go-to-market strategy, built a B2B sales team, and successfully secured a financing round. With a BSc from Frankfurt School of Finance & Management and an Executive MBA from Columbia Business School, Eric is thrilled to join Carlsquare: “The international footprint, tech focus, and entrepreneurial culture at Carlsquare are a perfect match for me - I am extremely happy to be joining the team.” Michael Moritz, Managing Partner, adds: “With Eric on board, we’re strengthening our M&A expertise and expanding in Frankfurt. Alongside Nils Zettelmeyer, Eric will play a key role in driving regional growth.” Feel free to connect with Eric for upcoming opportunities!

At Carlsquare, we’re committed to investing in our most valuable asset: our people. 💛 A special thank you to Jonathan Bender for leading an engaging workshop on public speaking and professional communication for our team. Strong communication skills are vital for professional and personal growth, and we’re proud to cultivate an environment where our team can excel. #TeamDevelopment #InvestmentBanking #Leadership #Carlsquare

🎄 Happy Holidays from Carlsquare! 🎄 2024 has been an exceptionally dynamic year for us at Carlsquare! We are thrilled to share that we have successfully closed over 60 deals worldwide – a testament to the trust our clients place in us and the hard work of our incredible team. With more transactions nearing completion, the final stretch is always a whirlwind of activity – and we wouldn’t have it any other way! We’re also proud to partner for the third consecutive year with Children of Heroes Charity Fund, a charity dedicated to assisting children who have lost parents in the Ukraine conflict. Their work is truly life-changing, and we encourage you to join us in supporting their mission. Wishing you a joyous and peaceful holiday season! We’re excited to connect with you again in 2025. 🌟 Warm regards, The Carlsquare team

Carlsquare advised Boomi, the intelligent integration and automation leader jointly owned by Francisco Partners and TPG, on the acquisition of Rivery, a modern data integration provider that offers cutting-edge Change Data Capture (CDC) for real-time, efficient data movement.   Boomi harnesses advanced AI capabilities to help over 23,000 customers globally automate and streamline critical processes to achieve business outcomes faster.   Rivery is a modern data integration provider that offers cutting-edge Change Data Capture (CDC) for real-time, efficient data movement.   The strategic acquisition accelerates Boomi’s vision to simplify data management and strengthens customers’ ability to consolidate on fewer vendors.   Our thanks to Steve Lucas, Matthew Mankins, and Ruth van Montfort for your trust through the transaction, as well as to Itamar Ben Hemo for collaboration.   Congratulations to the deal team Susan Blanco, John A. (Coop) Cooper, Jon Tingling, Rushi Amin, and Metin S. for another successful Carlsquare software transaction.   To learn more about the deal, follow the link in the comments to the official press release.   #WeCloseDeals #MandA #DataManagement #ChangeDataCapture

Carlsquare advised Reducate EdTech Group on its acquisition of GOING PUBLIC! Akademie fuer Finanzberatung AG, marking a significant milestone in Reducate’s strategy to expand its footprint in Europe and strengthen its position as a leading provider of online continuing professional education (eCPE). Headquartered in Berlin, GOING PUBLIC! is a renowned e-learning specialist with over 30 years of experience, serving professionals in the finance, insurance, and real estate sectors. The company supports over 40,000 professionals annually, delivering certified training and innovative solutions tailored to industry needs. We are proud to have supported Reducate in this strategic move, which aligns with their buy-and-build strategy and reinforces their position in one of Europe’s largest markets for professional training.   Congratulations to the deal team: Michael Moritz, Jan-Frederik Zapp, Kai Willem Calli, and Moritz Herweh! For more information about the deal, follow the link in the comments to the official press release. #MandA #Carlsquare #ProfessionalEducation #eLearning #GOINGPUBLIC #Reducate #EdTech 

Carlsquare advised the owners of God Assistans, a leading Swedish provider of personal assistance services, on their sale to Sekoya (Group), a Norway-based investment company. This transaction highlights God Assistans’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality care for individuals with disabilities while aligning with Sekoya’s mission to expand its footprint in the Nordic region and create value through innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Sweden, God Assistans has earned a stellar reputation for its client-centric approach, offering tailored personal assistance solutions that enhance quality of life and foster inclusivity. The partnership with Sekoya will provide the resources and expertise needed to further enhance services and broaden its impact across the Nordic market. Congratulations to the Carlsquare deal team: Anders Elgemyr, Johan Wewel, and Niclas Leksell! For more details, follow the link in the comments to the official press release. #MergersAndAcquisitions #LifeSciences #Carlsquare #StrategicGrowth #PersonalAssistanceServices

Carlsquare advised Bureau Veritas CPS on the acquisition of LBS Group. This acquisition represents a significant milestone in Bureau Veritas Group’s strategy to expand its footprint in the luxury and fashion industries, strengthening its upstream supply chain capabilities and sustainability solutions. Headquartered in Italy, LBS Group has earned its reputation as a trusted partner for premium and luxury brands, providing innovative quality assurance and quality control services across raw materials, accessories, and finished products. We appreciate the trust placed in us by Bureau Veritas, and are delighted to have supported this strategic move, which aligns with Bureau Veritas’ LEAP | 28 growth strategy and reinforces its position as a leader in the luxury market. Congratulations to the deal team: Caspar Graf Stauffenberg and Maksim Ivanutin! For more information about the deal, follow the link in the comments to the official press release. #MergersAndAcquisitions #LuxuryIndustry #Carlsquare #StrategicGrowth #Sustainability

Unternehmenswachstum & Exit-Strategien – Seminar mit Carlsquare & scale up ✨ Wie bereitet man ein Unternehmen optimal auf nachhaltiges Wachstum oder einen möglichen Exit vor? Dieses zweitägige Seminar, veranstaltet von Carlsquare und scale up, bietet eine einzigartige Kombination aus strategischer Unternehmensentwicklung und praxisnahen Einblicken in den M&A-Prozess. Lernen Sie von führenden Experten, wie Sie Ihre Organisation zukunftssicher aufstellen und typische Hindernisse im Exit-Prozess vermeiden können.   Tag 1: Strategische Unternehmensentwicklung mit Lorenz Hartung Tag 2: M&A-Seminar mit Mark Miller und Michael Moritz   Weitere Informationen: https://lnkd.in/g7ERCRUg   Veranstaltungsdauer: 25.03. – 26.03. | 9:00 - 18:00 Uhr Kosten: 1.600,00 EUR (zzgl. MwSt.) inkl. Verpflegung   Melden Sie sich jetzt an und sichern Sie sich Ihren Platz in unserem Seminar!   #mergersandacquisitions #manda #seminar