Bluestone Equity Partners Invests in RWS Global
September 18, 2023
Bluestone Equity Partners made a minority growth equity investment in RWS Global, the world's largest provider of live shows, destinations and immersive experiences. The capital will support RWS Global's continued global expansion and scaling of its creative, production and operational capabilities; Bluestone will take two seats on the company's board.
- Buyers
- Bluestone Equity Partners
- Targets
- RWS Global
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- New York, United States
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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