PlayVS Acquires Vanta Esports

Valhallan Acquires NXT UP Esports

October 27, 2022

Media & Entertainment

Valhallan, a Houston-based youth esports franchise operator, has acquired NXT UP Esports, a leading provider of virtual youth esports camps and leagues across the United States. The acquisition adds virtual programming and league capabilities to Valhallan’s in‑arena training and franchise network, enabling broader geographic reach and increased service offerings for youth gamers.

Clubspeed Acquires Vantora

November 29, 2021

Cloud & SaaS

Irvine-based venue management software provider Clubspeed has acquired Vantora, an online booking and waiver management SaaS vendor, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition expands Clubspeed's product portfolio and presence in axe-throwing and paintball markets while retaining Vantora founder Larry Dague as a consultant.

The Vistria Group Completes Majority Recapitalization of Education Solutions Services (ESS)

March 15, 2022

Education

The Vistria Group has acquired a majority stake in Education Solutions Services (ESS), a Knoxville-based K-12 staffing and virtual instruction provider; Nautic Partners sold the majority interest but will remain a minority investor. Comvest Credit Partners acted as administrative agent on a senior secured credit facility to support the transaction. ESS serves roughly 900 school districts (over 4 million students) and will use the new partnership to accelerate growth and expand its virtual and managed staffing capabilities.

VANAD Group Acquires SciSports

November 29, 2024

AI & Machine Learning

Netherlands-based VANAD Group has acquired Utrecht/Zeist-based sports analytics firm SciSports. SciSports will remain led by CEO Vincent van Renesse van Duivenbode and plans to use VANAD's resources to enhance its technology and accelerate expansion in Europe and North America, particularly the United States.

Innovatus Capital Partners Acquires VSA Partners

January 27, 2021

Marketing & Advertising

Innovatus Capital Partners has acquired creative agency VSA Partners, which will serve as the foundational entity in a newly created global marketing services platform. The partnership aims to expand VSA’s capabilities and geographic footprint while leveraging its integrated design, branding, and digital marketing expertise for major B2B and B2C clients.

3STEP Sports Acquires The Academy Volleyball Club

July 29, 2022

Education

3STEP Sports has acquired The Academy Volleyball Club, a large youth volleyball organization based in Indianapolis. The acquisition is an add-on to 3STEP’s growing volleyball division and expands its footprint and event/program capabilities in youth volleyball.