Hellman & Friedman has agreed to acquire Hyve Group from Providence Equity Partners and Searchlight Capital Partners, with the transaction expected to close by the end of 2026.
Hyve Group is a B2B events company that operates a portfolio of brands serving sectors including healthcare, ecommerce, edtech, supply chain and martech. The business has evolved beyond traditional trade shows by building year-round ecosystems that combine events with content, intelligence, matchmaking, and membership offerings.