Advanstar is a leading worldwide media company providing an array of integrated marketing solutions for the: Fashion & Licensing, Life Sciences and Powersports & Automotive industries.  Advanstar reaches a highly targeted network of nearly 4 million business and healthcare professionals, retailers and consumers with its portfolio of 87 events, 58 publications and directories, 127 electronic products, as well as educational and direct marketing products and services.  The Company delivers on its mission "Connecting Our Customers with Theirs" by providing innovative, quality products and services through market leading brands. Advanstar has roughly 1,000 employees and currently operates from multiple offices in North America and Europe.

Our Structure
We are a privately held corporation, owned by DLJ Merchant Banking Partners/Credit Suisse First Boston.