We have advised Wide Group, a portfolio company of Pollen Street Capital, on raising financing from funds managed by BlackRock.
Founded in 2016 through the merger of three regional brokers, Wide Group has been part of Pollen Street Capital’s portfolio since 2023. It is the leading tech-enabled insurance distribution platform in Italy, offering a highly diversified business model. Built on proprietary technology, the platform enables insurance brokers to access a wide range of solutions and serve clients, including SMEs and large corporates, entirely through digital channels. With a model rooted in partnerships and aggregation, Wide Group currently employs over 450 professionals across operational offices throughout the country.
The financing, provided by BlackRock-managed funds, is designed to support the Group’s continued expansion, with the potential to provide up to €300m over the coming years.
This transaction marks another significant milestone in Wide Group’s long-term growth strategy, building on the momentum established since partnering with Pollen Street Capital. The new capital will accelerate investment in technology, enhance service offerings, and support the delivery of a strong project pipeline, including further expansion across both domestic and international markets.
