Genstar Capital and Brightstar Capital Partners Invest in Likewize
November 9, 2022
Genstar Capital has completed a strategic investment in Likewize, joining existing private equity investor Brightstar Capital Partners with the Likewize management team retaining a significant ownership stake. The capital will support Likewize's next phase of growth as the tech protection and support company scales its device protection, warranty, repair and premium support services globally.
- Buyers
- Genstar Capital, Brightstar Capital Partners
- Targets
- Likewize
- Industry
- IT Services
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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