
EMH backs Liganova
Munich-based EMH Partners has acquired a significant minority shareholding in digital brand advisory firm Liganova Group.
The transaction value was not disclosed, but EMH makes investments of between €50-150m per company, according to its website. The GP closed its first fund on €350m in 2017 and is currently in the market with its second vehicle.
Liganova managing partner Marc Schumacher will retain a majority stake in the business and continue to manage the company.
EMH's investment will be used to support the internationalisation of the business and expansion of services.
Company
Liganova was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Stuttgart. It advises companies on their digital and physical branding strategies. The company employs 400 people across its offices in Stuttgart, Berlin, Amsterdam and San Francisco.
People
EMH Partners – Thomas von Werner (managing partner).
Liganova Group – Marc Schumacher (managing partner).
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