Riveron Acquires Yantra, Adding Strength to Supporting Technology Needs of CFOs
July 22 2024 - 4:59PM
Business Wire
Acquisition makes Riveron one of the largest
NetSuite Alliance Partners.
Riveron, a business advisory firm backed by Kohlberg &
Company, announced today its acquisition of Yantra, a technology
and advisory services provider with a broad range of expertise to
address the pressing needs of technology-enabled CFOs. The
acquisition makes Riveron one of the largest NetSuite Alliance
Partners globally, offering clients holistic solutions to enhance
value. Yantra also brings significant expertise in data science and
analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation
(RPA), and platform integrations.
“Forward-looking organizations need technology solutions that
will adapt and scale regardless of the business environment,” said
Sam Shaw, CEO of Riveron. “With Yantra, we now have a global team
to help Riveron serve the Office of the CFO and Private Equity
firms to elevate performance.”
Founded in 2009 by Vikram Bhandari, Yantra has around 300
employees across the United States, Canada, India, and the
Philippines. Bhandari will join Riveron as its Chief Technology and
Innovation Officer, serving clients in myriad arenas, including
bringing a fresh perspective on the practical impact of AI for
CFOs. With the acquisition, Riveron significantly expands its team,
increasing its global headcount to over 1,000 dedicated
professionals. “Over the years, Yantra has helped clients in
adopting digital transformation across diverse technology and
business landscapes,” said Bhandari. “Now, as part of Riveron, we
are excited to play a pivotal role in our shared commitment to
growth and delivering next-generation technology to our
clients.”
Shaw added, “Yantra’s legacy is deeply rooted in driving
innovation. This acquisition will fortify Riveron’s position as
technology and transformation leaders, reinforcing the value we
provide to our collective clients. Looking ahead, our combined
strengths will enable us to deliver a distinct competitive
advantage and continued success to our clients globally.”
Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Canaccord Genuity
served as financial advisor to Riveron. Ropes & Gray served as
legal advisor to Riveron. Telegraph Hill Advisors served as
financial advisor to Yantra, and Sklar Kirsh LLP served as legal
advisor to Yantra.
About Riveron
Founded in 2006, Riveron professionals simplify and solve
complex business problems. We partner with CFOs, private equity
firms, and other stakeholders to maximize outcomes. Riveron teams
bring industry perspective and a full suite of solutions focused on
the office of the CFO, M&A, and distress. In 2023, the company
was acquired by affiliates of Kohlberg & Company from H.I.G.
Capital – which is continuing its partnership with Riveron through
a minority investment. Riveron has 16 global offices.
About Yantra
Yantra, a leading provider of business consulting and
technology, specializes in NetSuite, Oracle, Salesforce, Data
Science & Advanced Analytics, Integration Platforms, Business
Transformation, AI & RPA, and Managed Services. Yantra partners
with CFOs and CIOs to drive innovation and growth and achieve
strategic goals. Yantra provides extensive industry expertise and
distinctive solutions to help businesses enhance their technology
to drive smart business decisions and increase revenue. Established
in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, Yantra has offices
worldwide in Pune, Ahmedabad, and Toronto.
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Linda Orton Linda.Orton@Riveron.com 917-612-0206