Portfolio

Abacus Next is a vertically focused provider of practice management software and hosted private cloud solutions to small- and medium-sized law firms and other compliance-related verticals. This company is formerly known as Abacus Data Systems.

Aditya Birla Telecom Limited (ABTL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Idea Cellular, one of India's leading mobile operators. ABTL holds a 16% stake in Indus Towers, a joint venture that combined the wireless passive infrastructure assets of three of the largest Indian GSM operators. With more than 100,000 towers, Indus has the largest tower portfolio in the world.

AcadeMedia is the largest independent education company in Sweden, with a presence in preschool, primary, secondary and adult education markets.

Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) is the world’s largest live-theatre group with a total of 40 venues in the U.K. and on Broadway. ATG is also a leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG tickets and The Ticket Machine Group.

Providence co-founded American Cellular in 1998 to acquire the operations of PriCellular Corporation. As one of the largest and fastest-growing independent cellular operators in the U.S., American Cellular provided cellphone services in small rural U.S. markets under the name Cellular One. American Cellular was acquired by AT&T and Dobson Communications in 2000.

Anju Software is a life sciences enterprise software platform.

Archipelago Learning was a leading provider of subscription-based online education products. PLATO Learning acquired Archipelago in 2012. The company is now Edmentum.

Arcoro helps organizations in high consequence, high compliance industries attract, manage and retain their workforce. Our solution suite maximizes workforce performance and efficiencies, builds ROI and limits risk with easy-to-use cloud-based software and services.

Ascend Learning is a leading provider of technology-based learning solutions focused on student training and testing results in healthcare and other vocational fields.

Assembly is focused on acquiring and building industry-leading software and services that empower e-commerce merchants to more effectively run their businesses. Its long-term mission is to assist millions of merchants in their growing need to adopt new technology, regardless of where they sell their products and services.

Asurion is the leading provider of value-added wireless subscriber services and extended service contracts in North America.

AutoTrader is the largest digital automotive marketplace and a leading provider of marketing and software solutions to U.S. automotive dealers.

Bitė is a leading mobile operator in the Baltic countries.

Blackboard is a leading global educational software company that allows thousands of higher education, K-12, professional, corporate and government organizations to extend teaching, learning and campus communication online to millions of students, parents and teachers.

Bresnan Communications is a cable and broadband operator serving the western U.S. mountain states. Bresnan was acquired by Cablevision in 2010 and then Charter Communications in 2013.

Brooks Fiber was a leading facilities-based provider of competitive local telecommunications services in second-tier cities throughout the U.S. Providence was a lead investor in Brooks Fiber in 1993. Brooks Fiber was acquired by MCI Communications, which was later acquired by Verizon.

Burning Glass is a leading provider of web-based human capital management ("HCM") data, analytics, software and services to enterprises, recruiters, educational institutions and government agencies.

Providence acquired Casema, the third-largest broadband service provider in the Netherlands at that time, from France Telecom in 2003.

CDW is a leading technology products and services provider to business, government and education customers.

Centrl is a shared platform for companies to exchange critical business information.

Chatmeter provides a SaaS-based local brand management platform for over 280 location-based brands and marketing agencies across an array of end-markets, including real estate, retail, lodging, restaurants, automotive, financial services and healthcare.

The Chernin Group is a global next-generation media and entertainment platform company led by CEO and media industry veteran Peter Chernin.

Chime is a leading global advertising and marketing services business based in the UK.

Clarion is a leading global events organizer based in London with a portfolio of approximately 150 B2B exhibitions and conferences.

CloserStill Media runs market leading business exhibitions in the healthcare and technology sectors. With events in London, Birmingham, Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt, Koln, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore, the company's portfolio includes some of the fastest growing, and often award winning, events including the London Vet Show, Cloud Expo Europe, Data Centre World, The Pharmacy Show, Learning Technologies and The Dentistry Show.

Com Hem is one of Sweden's leading suppliers of television, high-speed broadband and fixed-telephony.

Conversica is a provider of SaaS-based automated sales assistant software for engaging inbound leads in the sales process in the Automotive, Technology, Education and Finance industry verticals.

Decision Resources is a leading provider of syndicated research and analytics to the healthcare industry.

Digiturk is the leading provider of digital pay television services in Turkey.

DivvyCloud is a a leading provider of security and compliance automation for public cloud and container infrastructure.

DoubleVerify is a leading third party measurement company that authenticates the quality of digital ad media for large brands and agencies, publishers and media technology platforms.

Headquartered in Herndon, VA, EdgeConneX is a leading provider of edge data center solutions.

Providence acquired eircom, the Irish national incumbent fixed-line telephone company, in a take-private transaction in 2001. In 2004, eircom was listed on the London and Dublin stock exchanges.

EverCommerce is a rapidly growing service commerce platform, offering software and payment solutions to businesses to streamline marketing, business management and customer retention. This company is formerly known as PaySimple.

FluentStream is a leading Unified-Communications-as-a-
Service (“UCaaS”) provider.

Formstack is a data management solution that helps users collect information through various types of online forms.

Galileo Global Education is a higher education platform focused on Europe and Latin America.

GLM was a leading producer and marketer of tradeshows serving the retail industry. GLM was acquired by Emerald Expositions in 2014.

GlobalTranz is a leading technology-enabled online freight brokerage platform and third party logistics provider.

Globeducate (formerly NACE Schools) is a leading provider of K-12 bilingual, for-profit education in Spain, France, India and the U.K.

Government Brands is a SaaS and payments platform focused on the state, local and municipal government markets.

Grupo Corporativo Ono is the largest cable broadband service provider in Spain. Ono was acquired by Vodafone in 2014.

Grupo TorreSur (GTS) is a leading independent wireless tower company in Brazil.

Hathway is a leading cable broadband service provider in India.

HomeShop18 operates a 24/7 home shopping TV channel in India.

Hornetsecurity is a leading European provider of cloud-based email security and data protection.

HSE24 is a leading German home shopping TV network which reaches viewers in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy and Russia.

Hulu is a leading destination website and online distribution platform for premium video content.

Idea Cellular is the third-largest wireless operator in India.

ikaSystems is a leading provider of integrated online software applications to the healthcare payer industry.

Imaweb-IDF is a leading provider of CRM solutions to OEMs and automotive dealers

Impact provides a SaaS-based performance marketing partnership management platform to over 750 brands globally across technology, financial services, retail and travel.

Internetwork Expert ("INE") is a subscription-based online IT training platform that provides content and training for various technologies and IT certifications.

Inhabit IQ is a unique collective of tech-forward companies serving the residential, commercial and vacation rental management industries.

World Triathlon Corporation is the owner and founder of IRONMAN, one of the world's leading sports brands with over 250 events in 25 countries.

Jobcase provides a professional platform for 70+ million users that enables them to network and find job openings that match their skill level and interests. The platform primarily serves hourly and trade employees, who represent a large and underserved segment of the labor market.

Kabel Deutschland is the largest cable television operator in Germany. After investing in 2003, Providence played a key role in transforming Kabel Deutschland into a world-class, triple-play digital broadband provider. Providence took Kabel Deutschland public in 2010 and the company was acquired by Vodafone in 2014.

Kerasotes Theatres is a large motion picture exhibitor in the U.S. with a significant presence in the Midwest. AMC Entertainment, a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company, acquired Kerasotes Theatres in 2010.

PT Komet Infra Nusantara (KIN) is an independent telecommunications tower platform in Indonesia.

KPA is the leading provider of environmental, health and safety (“EHS”) compliance solutions to auto dealers and adjacent markets, combining cloud-based compliance software and on-site audit services.

Providence acquired Language Line Services, the leading over-the-phone language interpretation and document translation services company, from AT&T in 1999 and sold the company in 2004.

Learfield Sports has been a leader in the collegiate sports multimedia rights and marketing industry for 30+ years. The company manages the multimedia rights for over 100 properties, including many popular collegiate athletic programs.

LivTech is a collection of best-in-class software solutions that serves the healthcare market with a specific focus on home health, hospice and senior care.

LogDNA is a cloud-services-based server log management and analysis tools that helps developers pinpoint production issues by aggregating all system and application logs into one platform.

LogicMonitor is a provider of SaaS-based network infrastructure monitoring software for physical, virtual and cloud-based IT environments.

Lumaverse Technologies is a platform of leading group management solutions focused on nonprofits and K-12 schools. Lumaverse is comprised of SignUpGenius, NonProfitEasy, TimeTap, Fundly, Membership Toolkit, AtoZConnect, Learning Stream and GoSignMeUp. The companies operate as stand-alone brands within the Lumaverse platform while being increasingly integrated into a suite.

Lusha is a global sales intelligence platform that connects sales, business development and HR professionals with prospective targets.

M7 Group SA is a retail and wholesale supplier of satellite pay TV services in the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Czech Republic and Slovakia.

MAPAL is Spain’s leading developer and supplier of management and business analytics software for the restaurant and retail sectors.

MásMóvil is an integrated telecommunications operator in Spain that provides universal telecommunications services (fixed / mobile / ADSL / fiber / datacenter / value added services) to multiple market segments (residential / business / operators).

MetroNet was the largest independent facilities-based provider of competitive telecommunications services in Canada. Providence led the founding investment in MetroNet in 1996 and took the company public. The company merged into AT&T Canada in 1999.

Ministry Brands is a leading provider of cloud-based digital giving platforms, church management software, content management systems and marketing solutions to faith-based organizations.

MLS Media is the leading soccer media company in North America with exclusive media and commercial rights to Major League Soccer content and commercial rights for other significant soccer properties, including U.S. Soccer, the Mexican National Team and CONCACAF Champion's League.

MobileServ was a leading independent retailer of mobile phone airtime contracts, insurance and mobile accessories in the U.K. The company operated the brand Phones4u.

n2y is a leading provider of SaaS workflow and curriculum solutions to the pre K-12 special education market.

Net Reviews is a leading developer of software as a service (SaaS) solutions providing customer review management for retailers. Net Reviews trades as Verified Reviews in English-speaking markets, Avis Vérifiés in France and Opiniones Verificadas in Spain and Latin America.

Netsurion is a leading provider of cloud-managed IT security services that protect small- and medium-sized business’ information, payment systems, and on-premise public and private Wi-Fi networks from data breaches and other risks posed by hackers.

Next Glass develops software and creates experiences that connect enthusiasts, retailers, and producers in the beverage alcohol industry. Its award-winning Untappd mobile application and BeerAdvocate website are used by millions of beer enthusiasts around the world and its menu publishing software tool, Untappd for Business, enables venues to streamline publication and promotion of their beer, wine, cocktail, and food menus.

OEConnection is a leading provider of SaaS solutions for automotive original equipment parts sales.

OpenSky is an online marketplace where buyers and sellers are connected in a shopping social network through OpenSky's innovative e-commerce platform.

OpusCapital is a leading provider of digital solutions and transaction processing for source-to-pay, invoice automation and cash management.

OUTFRONT Media is one of the largest providers of out-of-home advertising signage and displays in the U.S.

PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) is the world’s leading scuba diver training organization.

PanAmSat was a premiere global provider of fixed satellite services to video, data networking and government customers. PanAmSat was acquired in a take-private transaction in 2004 and was subsequently re-listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2005. Intelsat, another leading provider of fixed satellite services, acquired PanAmSat in 2006.

Patron Technology is a growing ticketing and CRM software provider for Arts and Culture organizations. This company is formerly known as PatronManager.

Payrix is a leading provider of payments technology and payment facilitation, allowing software companies to control their payment experience and maximize payment monetization.

Pineapple Payments is an acquisition strategy building a horizontally-focused distributor of omni-channel payment enablement technology and processing solutions.

Powerfone was a leading enhanced specialized mobile radio communications provider competing with local cellular carriers by providing digital mobile telephony. Providence was a co-founding investor in Powerfone. Nextel Communications acquired Powerfone and later merged with Sprint.

Propertybase is a SaaS-based CRM platform that serves as a mission-critical application for real estate agents, agent teams and smaller brokerages.

Providence acquired ProSieben, the largest private television network in Germany, in 2003 and sold the company in 2007.

Q9 Networks is a leading provider of data center services in Canada.

Recoletos was a leading specialized publishing company in Spain. Recoletos' titles include sports daily Marca, Spain's most read newspaper, and Expansión, Spain's leading business daily. Providence invested in Recoletos in 2005. RCS MediaGroup, a leading Italian media company, acquired Recoletos in 2007.

RentPath is the leader in online classified listings for apartment rentals in the U.S.

Semarchy is a provider of master data management (MDM) software. Semarchy’s solutions are used by IT organizations to ensure the uniformity, accuracy, and stewardship of a company’s shared data assets.

SevenRooms is a fully-integrated, data-driven guest experience platform that helps hospitality operators unlock the full revenue potential of their data. From neighborhood restaurants and bars to international, multi-concept hospitality groups, the end-to-end platform enables operators to build direct guest relationships, deliver exceptional experiences, and, ultimately, bring guests back.

ShootProof is a provider of online gallery software and ancillary services to professional and semi-professional photographers.

Skybox develops powerful software solutions that extract insight from cybersecurity data to give unprecedented visibility of an enterprise's attack surface.

Smartly.io is a software platform that helps many of the world’s leading digital advertisers create, manage and optimize social media ad campaigns.

SnapApp is a leading provider of SaaS that enables B2B marketers to create interactive marketing content for lead generation.

CSRA is a leading provider of technology and strategic consulting solutions to government organizations.

CSRA was formed through the combination of the North American Public Sector business of CSC and SRA International.

CSRA is now part of General Dynamics Information Technology.

Stack Sports is a provider of technology and payments processing platform serving the youth and amateur sports market. This company was previously named Blue Star Sports.

Stream Global Services was a leading global provider of business process outsourcing, delivering a range of services, including technical support, customer service, sales and customer retention. Stream was acquired by Convergys, a leading customer management firm, in 2014.

Study Group is a leading provider of university preparation programs, English language and vocational courses to international students across Australia, New Zealand, the U.K., the U.S. and Canada

SunGard is a global leader in integrated software and processing solutions and is a leading provider of information availability services.

Superstruct Entertainment is a live entertainment platform that owns and operates festivals and live music events under the name of Sziget, elrow and various others.

Survey Sampling International (SSI) is a leading provider of internet and phone-based consumer survey samples as well as phone data collection.

Sympa is a leading provider of cloud-based human capital management software in the Nordics.

TAIT is a leading provider of advanced creative and engineering solutions to the live entertainment industry. TAIT provides highly sophisticated staging, rigging and technology solutions to leading music artists, theme park operators, cruise lines, theaters, brands, sports venues and other live entertainment businesses.

TCP is a leading provider of workforce management software and technology solutions serving thousands of public and private sector businesses.

TDC is the leading provider of fixed-line, mobile and cable television services in Denmark. The company went public in 2010.

Song Networks (previously Tele 1 Europe) offered broadband solutions for data communication, internet and voice to medium sized and large companies in the Scandinavian telecommunications market. Providence took the company public in 2000.

Tempo Music Investments is a proprietary music rights acquisition platform. Tempo receives royalty management services from Influence Media Partners and operates in partnership with Warner Music Group.

TES is a leading U.K. peer-to-peer marketplace for teacher resources, recruitment and other software and services used by schools.

Therapy Brands provides web-based practice management software and claims processing software as well as ancillary services for practices and care providers in the mental and behavioral health space. This company is formerly known as TheraNest.

ThreatConnect is a provider of SaaS security solutions with use cases for threat intelligence, security operations, incident response and security management.

Topgolf is an owner and operator of high-end sports entertainment facilities built around a golf driving range concept.

Transit Technologies is a leading provider of transportation and mobility software solutions for passengers, goods and workers.

Tribute Technology is a SaaS and payments platform for funeral homes in the U.S. and Canada.

Trilogy is a leading wireless platform formed to acquire wireless providers in emerging markets. The company operates in the Caribbean, Latin America and New Zealand.

Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) is the largest television broadcaster in Hong Kong and one of the world's largest producers of Chinese language programming.

TwentyEighty is a leading corporate training and workforce performance company.

UFO Moviez India (UMI) is the largest digital cinema distribution platform in India and the world's largest satellite networked digital cinema chain.

Univision Communications is the leading U.S. Spanish-language media company.

Untangle is a provider of subscription-based firewall and cybersecurity software for small- and medium-sized businesses, education, nonprofit organizations and state and local government.

Validity is an industry-leading provider of data integrity software solutions.

Vector Solutions is a leading SaaS-based provider of digital compliance and professional development training solutions.

Vehlo is a software and financial solutions platform designed to provide choice and innovation for auto service and sales professionals.

Verio is a leading provider of web hosting and managed services to small- and medium-sized businesses. Providence was a founding investor in Verio in 1996. The company was acquired by Japanese telecom company NTT Communications.

Vertical Knowledge is a leading provider of open source data, information services and analytics.

Vistage is a leading subscription-based membership organization that provides peer advisory and executive coaching to CEOs.

VoiceStream Wireless was a wireless communications company formed by the mergers of General Cellular, Pacific Northwest Cellular and Western Wireless. The company was acquired by Deutsche Telekom and became T-Mobile USA, the fourth largest mobile carrier in the U.S.

Volia is the largest cable broadband service provider in Ukraine.

Virtual Radiologic Corporation is a leading provider of outsourced teleradiology services and technology.

Wagepoint is a leading online payroll software platform for small and medium sized businesses, serving Canada and the U.S.

Warner Music Group is the third-largest recorded music company and the third-largest music publishing company in the world.

Western Wireless was a leading provider of communications services in the Western United States. Providence was a founding investor in Western Wireless in 1992. Western Wireless became a key part of Alltel Wireless, which was later acquired by Verizon Wireless.

Wize Commerce, formerly Nextag, is a global leader in online monetization and traffic acquisition technologies.

Providence was a lead and founding investor in WNP in 1998. The company purchased licenses covering over 100 million POPs in major U.S. markets in the FCC's 1998 LMDS spectrum auction, making it the largest corporate holder of LMDS wireless spectrum in the world at that time. WNP was acquired by Nextlink, which is now XO Communications.

The YES Network is a 24/7 sports and entertainment television network featuring the New York Yankees. YES also broadcasts the New Jersey Nets and other professional and collegiate sports teams as well as classic sports footage and sports-related content. Providence was a founding investor in YES.

YourCause is a provider of a SaaS-based platform that corporations use to manage philanthropic efforts such as employee giving, volunteering and corporate grants. The company also offers a donor management platform to nonprofit organizations.

ZeniMax Media is a leading developer, publisher and distributor of videogames and other interactive entertainment content for consoles, PCs, handheld and mobile/wireless devices.