by jacquie_dealmeida | February 20, 2014 9:00 am
Emerald Expositions has agreed to acquire George Little Management (GLM) for $335 million from Providence Equity Partners.
“GLM is a truly outstanding trade show company with an exciting portfolio and an experienced and talented workforce,” said Emerald Expositions chief executive officer (CEO) David Loechner.
“This acquisition expands upon our position as a leading trade show organizer in the United States. I am excited about the opportunities for customers and employees of both companies that will result from bringing these two high-quality portfolios together.”
Emerald Expositions is the parent company of National Jeweler, JA New York, and Couture. GLM produces and markets more than 20 trade shows—including four of the largest in the United States—in industries such as, antiques and jewellery, home furnishings, home textiles, giftware, and gourmet housewares.
“This transaction demonstrates the strength of GLM’s shows that have grown successfully, thanks to the effectiveness of the GLM team and Providence’s support,” said GLM chief executive, Charles McCurdy. “This is a compelling opportunity going forward for GLM and its stakeholders.”
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