Acquiring Company
Avista Capital Partners
Acquired Company
Spear Education
New YorkScottsdaleHealth CareVenture CapitalHealth CareEducationDescription
Avista Capital Partners ("Avista"), a leading private equity firm focused exclusively on healthcare, today announced its acquisition of Spear Education ("Spear" or the "Company"), a tech-enabled provider of digital and in-person clinical training, practice analytics and consulting solutions for the dental market. Transaction terms were not disclosed.
Quick answer
Avista Capital Partners is acquiring Spear Education, announced December 19, 2022. Avista Capital Partners is based in New York, New York, United States.
- How much did Avista Capital Partners pay for Spear Education?
- The deal value was not disclosed.
- What does Avista Capital Partners do?
- Founded in 2005, Avista Capital is a leading New York-based private equity firm with over $8 billion invested in more than 40 growth-oriented healthcare businesses globally.
- Where are Avista Capital Partners and Spear Education based?
- Avista Capital Partners is based in New York, New York, United States. Spear Education is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States.
Source: Fundz verified event record.
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Frequently asked
Who acquired Spear Education?
Spear Education was acquired by Avista Capital Partners, based in New York. The deal was reported on December 19, 2022. Founded in 2005, Avista Capital is a leading New York-based private equity firm with over $8 billion invested in more than 40 growth-oriented healthcare businesses globally. Avista Capital Partners is privately held and operates in Health Care.
When did Avista Capital Partners acquire Spear Education?
Avista Capital Partners's acquisition of Spear Education was reported on December 19, 2022. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Spear Education do?
Spear Education is dentistry's premier source for continuing education. It is privately held, operating in Health Care, and is based in Scottsdale.
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