William Blair acted as financial advisor to AVI-SPL, a portfolio company of Marlin Equity Partners (Marlin), in connection with its pending sale to 26North Partners (26North). The transaction announced on June 25, 2025, and is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025.
About the Companies
AVI-SPL is the global leader in digital workplace solutions, providing system integration along with managed and professional services for complex audio-video, collaboration, and unified communication systems. The company serves as a trusted partner to some of the world’s most recognizable brands, delivering mission-critical audio-visual and collaboration solutions that power the modern workplace in over 70 countries globally. AVI-SPL is based in Tampa, FL.
Marlin is a global investment firm with nearly $10 billion in capital commitments, specializing in the software, technology, and services sectors. Founded in 2005, the firm has completed over 260 acquisitions and has raised 13 funds to date. Marlin’s mission is to partner with exceptional management teams to drive scale and enhance long-term value in business through its deep domain expertise, extensive network, and operational transformations focused on product innovation, go-to-market enhancements, and strategic M&A.
26North is an integrated, multi-asset class investment platform that provides investment advice and opportunities to its clients related to a variety of investment strategies, including, but not limited to, private equity, credit, and insurance solutions. Since launching in late 2022, 26North has grown to roughly $28 billion in assets under management.
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