Finelight Group has acquired Crosby Associates Media in a move that significantly expands its footprint across the UK’s B2B media sector.
The company, described as one of the UK’s fastest-growing B2B media and events groups, has bought the long-established publisher and communications business, which brings more than 25 years of experience serving the Housing, Building & Construction sectors, as well as trade federations, chambers of commerce and professional membership organisations nationwide.
Warrington-based Crosby Associates Media adds more than 30 established media and event brands to Finelight’s portfolio, alongside a monthly readership of over 400,000. Its capabilities span print and digital media, events, video, and bespoke contract publishing for membership bodies, an area Finelight says will play a key role in its expansion.
Finelight said the deal accelerates its long-term strategy to build a diversified, high-quality media and events platform serving specialist industries. By combining the two businesses, the Group aims to strengthen its national reach in the Housing, Construction and Built Environment sectors, expand its membership communications offer, grow multi-channel opportunities, and enhance its audience and data depth across core professional markets.
Andrew Schofield, Founder & CEO of Finelight Group, said: “We are thrilled to welcome the Crosby Associates Media team into the Finelight family. Their long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality B2B media and their strong partnerships with leading trade bodies make them a perfect strategic fit for our Group. This acquisition deepens our presence in key UK sectors and allows us to deliver even greater value to clients through expanded capabilities, stronger audience reach, and enhanced marketing solutions.”
Crosby Associates Media founder Lee Carroll added: “I’m delighted to be placing Crosby Associates Media into such capable hands. Finelight Group shares our values and our commitment to quality, and I’m confident they will build on the strong foundations we’ve created over the past 28 years. This next chapter will bring new opportunities for our team, our partners, and our clients—and I’m excited to see the business continue to grow and innovate under Finelight’s leadership.”
Nick Fellows, Managing Director of Crosby Associates Media, said: “Joining Finelight Group marks an exciting new chapter for Crosby Associates Media. Finelight’s ambition, resources, and multi-sector expertise create a strong platform for our next stage of growth. Together, we can innovate further and continue providing outstanding media products and services to the sectors and professional organisations we support.”
Crosby Associates Media will continue to operate under its established brand within Finelight Group. Integration begins immediately, with the companies focusing on developing brand reach, maintaining service excellence for clients, and unlocking new collaborative opportunities across the expanding portfolio.
