Apollo Funds Complete Acquisitions of Emerald and Questex, Creating B2B Events and Media Platform

Apollo-managed funds have completed the acquisitions of Emerald Holding, Inc. and Questex, LLC, creating a leading B2B experiential events and media platform. The transaction, announced on July 14, 2026, brings together two complementary businesses to enhance scale and capabilities. Paul Miller has assumed the role of CEO of the combined company, with Hervé Sedky transitioning to senior advisor. The executive leadership team includes Vince DiMaggio as CFO, Issa Jouaneh as COO, Kate Spellman as CCO, Kurt Nelson as Chief Talent Officer, and Sara Altschul as Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary. The companies will be fully integrated over the coming months. Apollo's Shahid Bosan highlighted the combination of market leaders with iconic brands and deep customer relationships. Emerald's common stock has ceased trading on the New York Stock Exchange, with stockholders receiving $5.03 per share in cash. Advisors included Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP for Emerald; Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP for Questex; RBC Capital Markets, RAN Advisory, and PJT Partners for Apollo Funds; and Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP as legal counsel to Apollo Funds. Apollo is a global alternative asset manager with approximately $1.03 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026. Emerald is a U.S.-based B2B event organizer, and Questex focuses on live events and digital communities.