Questex
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Questex is a publisher of brands in the travel, hospitality, healthcare, real estate, beauty, and technology markets. The company also hosts tradeshows and events. It is owned by MidOcean Partners.[1]
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mass media |
| Founded | April 2005 |
| Headquarters | New York City |
Key people | Paul Miller, CEO |
| Brands | Travel Agent Hotel Management Fierce Pharma Fierce Biotech Fierce Healthcare Fierce Network Affordable Housing Finance Multifamily Executive |
| Owner | MidOcean Partners |
| Website | questex |
History
The company was formed in April 2005 by Audax Groep, which bought assets from Advanstar Holdings for $185 million.[2] Kerry Gumas became CEO upon formation.[1]
In August 2007, the company acquired Oxford Publishing.[3]
In January 2008, the company acquired Fierce Markets.[4]
In October 2009, the company filed for bankruptcy protection.[5][6] In November 2009, it was acquired by its senior lenders for $120 million in debt.[7][8]
In September 2014, the company was acquired by an investment fund managed by Shamrock Capital.[9]
In September 2018, the company was acquired by MidOcean Partners for an estimated $180 million and Paul Miller became CEO.[1][10][11][12]
In July 2025, the company acquired Affordable Housing Finance and Multifamily Executive from Zonda Home, also owned by MidOcean Partners.[13]