Winsight

In the world of B2B media, the story often isn't about inventing a new product, but about executing a proven playbook. This is the story of Winsight. While the company itself was technically founded earlier, the modern playbook began in 2012 when a team led by CEO Mike Wood acquired a set of foundational brands. This wasn't about a garage startup; it was a strategic roll-up in the foodservice and retail information space. The company's core business is providing information and market intelligence to business leaders in sectors like restaurants, convenience stores, and grocery retail. They operate through a multi-channel approach that includes well-known media brands like *Restaurant Business* and *CSP Daily News*, major industry events, and the data and analytics firm, Technomic. This combination of media, events, and data creates a powerful network effect, connecting buyers and sellers and providing deep industry insights. The pivotal event in Winsight’s journey came in May 2023. After a period of ownership by HPS Investment Partners, the company was acquired by the London-based B2B giant Informa PLC for $380 million. This wasn't an exit so much as a new chapter. The acquisition combined Winsight's portfolio with Informa's existing foodservice assets, creating a dominant force in the category. Mike Wood continued to lead the business, now a key part of Informa's Connect division, validating the strength of the team and the strategy they had executed over the previous decade.