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Add-onThursday, October 8, 2026

Breakwater-backed Chemistry strikes deal for Colossus

Chemistry, backed by Breakwater, has agreed to acquire Boston creative agency Colossus, which specializes in brand identity and design systems.

Colossus works on brand identity, design systems and visual storytelling, and has three times been named an Ad Age Small Agency of the Year.

Deal facts

Target
Colossus
Business
Boston-based creative agency focused on brand identity, design systems and visual storytelling
Acquirer
Chemistry
Backed by
Breakwater
Deal type
Add-on
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Status
Announced, not yet closed
Announced
Thursday, October 8, 2026

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