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Avenir Global buys Marker Collective for $160M

PRIVATENov 05, 2026

Acquiring Company

Avenir Global

Acquired Company

Marker Collective

MontrealHealth Care

Description

Avenir Global has acquired three technology-focused PR agencies with 650 employees from Next 15 Group PLC for roughly $160 million. The purchase, which also includes the AI-powered media intelligence platform Delve, brings Avenir's headcount to 1,500 employees. The deal is intended to expand Avenir's tech expertise and position it among the world's 15 largest communications firms.

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Company Information

Company

Avenir Global

Location

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

About

Avenir Global is a public relations firm and parent to National Public Relations and about 10 other PR firms. The company was founded in 1976 and is controlled by chair Andrew Molson. It has been building its portfolio through acquisitions across sectors such as technology, health care, consumer products, and food and nutrition.

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Who acquired Marker Collective?

Marker Collective was acquired by Avenir Global, based in Montreal. The deal was reported on November 5, 2026. Avenir Global is a public relations firm and parent to National Public Relations and about 10 other PR firms. The company was founded in 1976 and is controlled by chair Andrew Molson. Avenir Global is privately held and operates in Health Care.

When did Avenir Global acquire Marker Collective?

Avenir Global's acquisition of Marker Collective was reported on November 5, 2026. Avenir Global has acquired three technology-focused PR agencies with 650 employees from Next 15 Group PLC for roughly $160 million. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Marker Collective do?

Marker Collective is a division of British consultant Next 15 Group PLC that houses three technology-focused PR agencies: Archetype, Nectar and Outcast. The division has about 450 clients, including Alphabet Inc., Microsoft Corp., Meta Platforms, Inc. It is privately held.

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