America's Growth Capital is pleased to announce that its client, Counterpane Internet Security, Inc. (Counterpane), a leading global provider of managed security services, has been acquired by British Telecommunications plc (NYSE: BT). With a team led by Maria Lewis Kussmaul and Scott Card, America's acted as sole financial advisor for Counterpane.
We are delighted with the deal. AGC did a great job for us. This is an excellent opportunity for Counterpane's customers and employees. It is great to see that BT is listening to its customers and acquiring the skills and capabilities in order to fully service their requirements. Together BT and Counterpane can deliver the holistic approach needed to face today's security threats, encompassing people, processes and technology.