Apollo-backed Forge to acquire Becker’s Healthcare
The healthcare media and events business reaches more than 1.5 million executives through its digital products.
Apollo-backed Forge agreed to acquire Becker’s Healthcare from Pamlico Capital. Based in Chicago, Becker’s operates a media and events business for hospital, health system and healthcare executives.
Its digital products reach more than 1.5 million leaders and executives, and its live events draw more than 15,000 attendees annually. Forge plans to combine Becker’s with its existing healthcare media and events portfolio, expanding its coverage across healthcare and life sciences.
Forge was formed through the combination of Emerald and Questex following Apollo’s acquisition in July 2026. The acquisition agreement was announced September 22.
Deal facts
- Target
- Becker's Healthcare
- Acquirer
- Forge
- Backed by
- Apollo Global Management
- Seller
- Pamlico Capital
- Deal type
- Add-on
- Headquarters
- United States
- Status
- Announced
- Announced
- Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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