Cambridge to the fore in healthcare acquisition
Helios is a full-service global healthcare communications group while Cogentia is a a consulting business of HEOR and a market access specialist which conducts research and data-led health analysis to help global pharma companies get products to market and ensure patient uptake.
Cogentia is recognised as one of the UK’s leading market access consultancies, handling projects across numerous therapeutic areas in markets throughout the world.
The move is designed to add another dimension to the capabilities of Helios Global Group, providing greater insights for clients around launch and furthering the company’s mission of improving global health outcomes.
Andrew Minnock, CEO of Helios, said: “We’re incredibly excited to welcome Cogentia to the Helios group; this marks a significant step in the evolution of the company. Adding the hugely important area of HEOR and market access to our service offering aligns with our long-standing strategic goals and will add another layer to our global capabilities for clients.”
James Morris, Founder and Director at Cogentia, adds: “Like Helios, Cogentia has a proven track record in innovation and growth. Bringing together two market leaders with aligned people-focused cultures, outstanding reputations for quality, and a commitment to creating strong client partnerships, will strengthen our market positioning, enhance our solutions, and create development opportunities for our teams. We’re looking forward to building on our collective successes over the coming years.”
Lake Falconer, who previously set up and grew PEMCF in Cambridge, led the Alfa Corporate Finance team that played a major role in the advisory aspects of the deal.
Now Partner at Alfa Corporate Finance in Cambridge, Falconer, said: “I’ve enjoyed working with James and his colleagues on this transaction. This is a great springboard for Cogentia to move on the next stage of its development.
“Helios, like Cogentia, is a market leader and joining forces should be a great opportunity for both.”
NorthEdge, the lower mid-market private equity firm, supported the Helios strategic acquisition. Legal advice to Cogentia was provided by Robert Matthews of Keyston Law and tax advice by Jan Fachot and Mike Godfrey of PEM.
Alfa Corporate Finance, led by Falconer, provides help for business owners with M & A, growth and exit strategy advice.
