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Akin says it advised Forge on its acquisition of Becker’s Healthcare
Akin said it advised Forge, an Apollo Global Management portfolio company, on its acquisition of Becker’s Healthcare from Pamlico Capital. The firm said the transaction combined the healthcare media and events business with Forge’s existing portfolio, including Fierce Healthcare and Life Sciences.
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- Akin said the acquired assets included conferences and digital publications.Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld
- The firm also identified newsletters, podcasts and executive communities among the assets.Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld
- Akin said Gerald Brant, head of its U.S. private equity practice, led the team with partners Jeffrey Kochian and Brittany Harrison.Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld
- The firm said the deal creates a scaled platform across healthcare, life sciences and the full care continuum.Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld