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11 Aug, 2025 Limestone acquires 30% of Nokken; Pennington buys Rite in the Rain stake By S&P Global Market Intelligence Deal Wrap is updated as of 3 p.m. ET. – Limestone Capital AG acquired a roughly 30% stake in UK cabin manufacturer Nokken Ltd. – Pennington Creek Capital LLC acquired a majority stake in US writing tools maker Rite in the Rain. The investment aims to diversify the Chickasaw Nation's business interests and support Rite in the Rain's strategic growth initiatives. Vinson & Elkins LLP was Pennington Creek's legal adviser and Andersen Global and IMA Corp. were its financial advisers. Integris Partners was Rite in the Rain's financial adviser. – Altor Equity Partners AB and Temasek Holdings (Pvt.) Ltd. participated in a €150 million funding round for Swedish heat pumps provider Aira Italia SpA. – Accel Partners and Peak XV Partners Operations LLC led an $85 million investment in Indian pharmaceutical company Intellihealth Solutions Pvt. Ltd., which does business as Truemeds. – Amplify Partners LLC led a $30 million series A round for San Francisco-based biotechnology company Vevo Therapeutics Inc., which does business as Tahoe. – Mainsail Management Co. LLC invested $28.7 million in US-based fire prevention software provider Life Safety Inspection Vault. Disclaimer: This content may be AI-assisted and is composed, reviewed, edited, and approved by a human at S&P Global. For more private equity deals, read our latest In Play report, which looks at potential private equity-backed M&A, including rumored transactions, each week.

Insurance IN/sights Roadshows 2025 Navigating change, driving resilience. Des Moines | Toronto | Chicago | Boston Register Now On this page Summary Who Should Attend Locations On this page Summary Who Should Attend Locations Summary The Insurance IN/sights Symposium is hitting the road! This year’s multi-city North American roadshow will bring industry leaders together for intimate discussions on the latest trends shaping the insurance sector. From rate adjustments and regulatory shifts to climate risk, AI advancements, and evolving asset management strategies, we’ll explore the forces driving today’s dynamic market. Engage with experts and peers to gain valuable perspectives and uncover strategies that can strengthen resilience and fuel growth. Who Should Attend CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and other executives at insurance companies, reinsurance companies, and brokerages Strategic planning and corporate development officers at insurance companies Investment bank and private equity professionals in financial services mergers and acquisitions Consultants and legal advisers to insurance companies on mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings Locations May 13 Des Moines Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Register Now 11:30 AM - Registration 12:00 PM - Networking Lunch 12:45 PM - Panel Discussion 2:15 PM - Networking Drinks S&P Global Market Intelligence Tim Zawacki S&P Global Market Intelligence Insurance Sector Strategist Tim Zawacki is a principal research analyst covering the U.S. insurance industry for S&P Global Market Intelligence. He has covered the insurance industry in various capacities since joining SNL Financial in 1999. Based in Charlottesville, VA, Timauthors the annual US P&C Market Report,US Life and Annuity Market Report and various other thought leadership providing historical context and forward-looking outlooks regarding key industry trends and developments at the line of business level. Tim hasalso published numerous articles and research on M&A activity in the property and casualty and life and health insurance sectors, focused on trends in the underwriting and distribution sides of the business. He is a 1999 graduate of the University of Virginia. View Profile Laura Beebe VP, Sr Relationship Manager, Insurance FHLB Des Moines S&P Global Market Intelligence Chris Winter S&P Global Market Intelligence Associate Director, Insurance Chris Winter is one of the insurance leaders in the Market Intelligence division at S&P Global. Chris Winter is the North America Insurance solutions lead for S&P Global Market Intelligence. In this role, Chris helps insurance clients utilize the full suite of solutions offered by S&P, such as financial data, credit risk solutions, data feeds, and more, while specializing in the NAIC Statutory and Rate Filings products. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from the University of Virginia and an MBA from the College of William & Mary. View Profile Tim Fleming The Mutual Group Chief Executive Officer, The Mutual Group Dave Bulin Actuarial Risk Management Head of Investment Consulting, Actuarial Risk Management Jun 24 Toronto Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Register Now 11:30 AM - Registration 12:00 PM - Networking Lunch 12:45 PM - Panel Discussion 2:15 PM - Networking Drinks S&P Global Market Intelligence Tim Zawacki S&P Global Market Intelligence Insurance Sector Strategist Tim Zawacki is a principal research analyst covering the U.S. insurance industry for S&P Global Market Intelligence. He has covered the insurance industry in various capacities since joining SNL Financial in 1999. Based in Charlottesville, VA, Timauthors the annual US P&C Market Report,US Life and Annuity Market Report and various other thought leadership providing historical context and forward-looking outlooks regarding key industry trends and developments at the line of business level. Tim hasalso published numerous articles and research on M&A activity in the property and casualty and life and health insurance sectors, focused on trends in the underwriting and distribution sides of the business. He is a 1999 graduate of the University of Virginia. View Profile S&P Global Market Intelligence Chris Winter S&P Global Market Intelligence Associate Director, Insurance Chris Winter is one of the insurance leaders in the Market Intelligence division at S&P Global. Chris Winter is the North America Insurance solutions lead for S&P Global Market Intelligence. In this role, Chris helps insurance clients utilize the full suite of solutions offered by S&P, such as financial data, credit risk solutions, data feeds, and more, while specializing in the NAIC Statutory and Rate Filings products. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from the University of Virginia and an MBA from the College of William & Mary. View Profile S&P Global Commodity Insights Kevin Murphy Director of Metals & Mining Research Kevin Murphy is a Research Director for Metals and Mining Research with S&P Global Market Intelligence and is based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. He manages a group of analysts with the Metals & Mining Research group and writes analysis on various aspects of the industry including exploration, discoveries and production pipelines. He began his career in metals and mining in 2007 as an analyst for Metals Economics Group which, through a series of acquisitions, became the core of S&P Global Market Intelligence’s Metals & Mining division. He is passionate about the mining industry and its critical role in the global economy. View Profile Jul 30 Chicago The Old Post Office 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Register Now 2:00 PM — Registration 2:30pm – Opening Remarks & Data Summary 2:45 PM — Insurer Portfolios in Focus: Investment Insights for the Year Ahead 3:30 PM — Networking Break 3:40 PM — Perspectives on the Transformation of the Insurance Landscape 4:25 PM — Closing Remarks 4:30pm – Reception S&P Dow Jones Indices Kelsey Stokes S&P Dow Jones Indices Head of Financial Institutions Sales, Americas Kelsey Stokes is Head of Financial Institutions Sales, Americas at S&P Dow Jones Indices (S&P DJI). The insurance sales team works with insurance carriers, product design groups, banks, IMOs and other parts of the insurance ecosystem to understand the market’s needs and deliver the iconic and innovative S&P DJI indexing franchise. Previously, Kelsey held roles in both sales and marketing at S&P DJI, where she worked closely with insurance carriers to identify new multi-asset indices best suited to their needs and support their education and distribution efforts. Before joining S&P DJI, she led equity and alternative index derivatives marketing globally for CME Group. Kelsey graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism from Northwestern University and holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. View Profile S&P Global Market Intelligence Tim Zawacki S&P Global Market Intelligence Insurance Sector Strategist Tim Zawacki is a principal research analyst covering the U.S. insurance industry for S&P Global Market Intelligence. He has covered the insurance industry in various capacities since joining SNL Financial in 1999. Based in Charlottesville, VA, Timauthors the annual US P&C Market Report,US Life and Annuity Market Report and various other thought leadership providing historical context and forward-looking outlooks regarding key industry trends and developments at the line of business level. Tim hasalso published numerous articles and research on M&A activity in the property and casualty and life and health insurance sectors, focused on trends in the underwriting and distribution sides of the business. He is a 1999 graduate of the University of Virginia. View Profile S&P Global Market Intelligence Chris Winter S&P Global Market Intelligence Associate Director, Insurance Chris Winter is one of the insurance leaders in the Market Intelligence division at S&P Global. Chris Winter is the North America Insurance solutions lead for S&P Global Market Intelligence. In this role, Chris helps insurance clients utilize the full suite of solutions offered by S&P, such as financial data, credit risk solutions, data feeds, and more, while specializing in the NAIC Statutory and Rate Filings products. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from the University of Virginia and an MBA from the College of William & Mary. 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Based in Charlottesville, VA, Timauthors the annual US P&C Market Report,US Life and Annuity Market Report and various other thought leadership providing historical context and forward-looking outlooks regarding key industry trends and developments at the line of business level. Tim hasalso published numerous articles and research on M&A activity in the property and casualty and life and health insurance sectors, focused on trends in the underwriting and distribution sides of the business. He is a 1999 graduate of the University of Virginia. View Profile S&P Global Market Intelligence Chris Winter Associate Director, Insurance Chris Winter is one of the insurance leaders in the Market Intelligence division at S&P Global. Chris Winter is the North America Insurance solutions lead for S&P Global Market Intelligence. In this role, Chris helps insurance clients utilize the full suite of solutions offered by S&P, such as financial data, credit risk solutions, data feeds, and more, while specializing in the NAIC Statutory and Rate Filings products. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from the University of Virginia and an MBA from the College of William & Mary. View Profile Wellington Management Amar Reganti Fixed Income and Global Insurance Strategist Don’t miss out! Reserve your spot today! Register now