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Emerald Acquires Lodestone Events, Producers Of The Overland Expo Series

TAKEN PRIVATEJan 10, 2023

Acquiring Company

Emerald Holding

Acquired Company

Lodestone Events

San Juan CapistranoManufacturingProfessional ServicesAdvertisingEventsE CommerceEvent ManagementEventsEvent Management

Description

Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE:EEX) ("Emerald" or the "Company") today announced that it has acquired all of the assets comprising the business known as Lodestone Events, producers of the successful Overland Expo series of vehicle-based, adventure travel consumer shows. The acquisition supports Emerald and Lodestone’s shared mission to power connectivity, builds on Emerald's decades of experience in outdoor recreation with its renowned Outdoor Retailer wholesale trade show, and represents the Company's strategic expansion into the growing business-to-consumer (B2C) event space.

Quick answer

Emerald Holding is acquiring Lodestone Events, announced January 10, 2023. Emerald Holding is based in San Juan Capistrano, California, United States.

How much did Emerald Holding pay for Lodestone Events?
The deal value was not disclosed.
What does Emerald Holding do?
Emerald Holding, Inc. is the largest U.S.-based B2B event organizer, specializing in trade shows, conferences, and commerce-driven solutions across various industries.
Where are Emerald Holding and Lodestone Events based?
Emerald Holding is based in San Juan Capistrano, California, United States.
Who are the decision-makers at Emerald Holding?
Fundz holds 5 contacts at Emerald Holding. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Company Information

Company

Emerald Holding

Location

San Juan Capistrano, California, United States

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Emerald Holding, Inc. is the largest U.S.-based B2B event organizer, specializing in trade shows, conferences, and commerce-driven solutions across various industries. The company provides a platform for businesses to connect and grow year-round.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Lodestone Events?

Lodestone Events was acquired by Emerald Holding, based in San Juan Capistrano. The deal was reported on January 10, 2023. Emerald Holding, Inc. is the largest U.S.-based B2B event organizer, specializing in trade shows, conferences, and commerce-driven solutions across various industries. Emerald Holding is privately held and operates in Manufacturing.

When did Emerald Holding acquire Lodestone Events?

Emerald Holding's acquisition of Lodestone Events was reported on January 10, 2023. Emerald Holding, Inc. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Lodestone Events do?

Lodestone Events is an event solutions company specializing in consumer lifestyle event strategy, marketing, and content creation, planning and logistics, and sponsorship and exhibitor sales. It is privately held, operating in Events.

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