TH Lee Putnam Ventures

TH Lee Putnam Ventures is a technology-focused private equity firm established in 1999. The firm specializes in private transactions involving later-stage venture companies that leverage information technologies for their success. It also considers investments in public entities, middle market buyouts, recapitalizations, and spinouts of corporate divisions. With approximately $1.1 billion in capital commitments and around $850 million invested across more than 43 companies, TH Lee Putnam Ventures targets firms that exhibit established revenue streams, a clear path to profitability, and strong management teams. The firm's typical investment ranges between $20 million and $50 million, although it remains flexible in adjusting the size of its stakes based on specific circumstances.

Jim Brown

Managing Director

Sharon Pipe

Managing Director

21 past transactions

Zalando

Private Equity Round in 2013
Zalando, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Berlin, is Europe's largest online fashion platform, serving nearly 50 million active customers across 17 markets. The platform offers an extensive range of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products from over 1,500 brands, including both internationally recognized names and local labels. With a strong focus on optimizing the online shopping experience, Zalando employs advanced technology and logistics solutions to enhance customer satisfaction. The company operates 12 fulfillment centers strategically located throughout Europe, allowing it to efficiently meet local customer needs. Zalando has established itself as a key player in the European online fashion market, holding approximately 12% of the market share in online apparel sales, with a significant presence in the DACH region, which includes Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Its vision is to become the starting point for fashion, continuously innovating to inspire and engage customers.

Click Tactics

Series E in 2004
Click Tactics, Inc. is an Internet-based direct marketing services provider. They help small to medium-sized businesses increase their business potential by providing marketing assistance and data management. Click Tactics' goal is to partner with large corporations who have smaller businesses as customers.

Marketmax Inc.

Venture Round in 2003
Marketmax Inc is a Computer Software company located in 101 Pine Ledge Dr, Wells, Maine, United States.

Refractec

Series D in 2003
Refractec is an ophthalmic medical device company that develops and markets an innovative and proprietary radiofrequency (RF) device called the ViewPoint® CK System. The ViewPoint CK System, used to perform the NearVisionSM CK® (Conductive Keratoplasty®) treatment, is the only FDA-approved technology that temporarily improves near vision for the 37 million presbyopic emmetropes and presbyopic hyperopes in the USA, and can be conveniently performed in-office in just a few minutes. NearVision CK was ranked the #1 non-laser refractive procedure in the USA, according to Market Scope's 2005 Annual Survey of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and is an effective, safe and minimally-invasive alternative for the millions of conservative, plano presbyopic baby boomer patients who may be apprehensive about laser vision correction surgery, and are seeking to reduce their dependence on reading glasses and improve their near vision

Goldk

Series C in 2003
GoldK is a financial services provider based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in retirement plan management. Founded in 1999, the company offers a comprehensive suite of web-based services for retirement plan operators, including record keeping, open investment options with a selection of mutual funds from prominent fund families, and complete plan administration. Additionally, GoldK provides educational tools for retirement investors and customer support to enhance user experience. The company focuses on serving smaller to medium-sized employer-sponsored retirement plans, ensuring that clients have secure access to their plans and the necessary resources for effective retirement planning.

Sentient Jet

Acquisition in 2003
Sentient, headquartered in Norwell, MA, is the premier jet membership provider, offering premium executive class aircraft with a guaranteed response time anywhere in the United States in five hours or less. With an elite network of Part 135, ARG/US-audited jets located around the country, Sentient is the flexible, safe and economically prudent alternative in private jet travel.

Actiance

Venture Round in 2002
Actiance, Inc. offers communication, collaboration, and social media governance solutions tailored for enterprises and financial institutions across North America, Europe, and Latin America. The company's flagship Actiance Platform integrates various communication tools, including unified communications, enterprise social software, and instant messaging, to meet business needs while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Key products include Vantage, which simplifies management and compliance for enterprise communications, and Socialite, enabling secure access to social networks from any device. Founded in 1998 and originally known as FaceTime Communications, Actiance has evolved to address the complexities of modern communication environments, helping organizations navigate security, management, and compliance challenges associated with diverse communication channels. The company is headquartered in Redwood City, California, with additional offices in Atlanta, Arlington, Berkshire, and Bengaluru.

Refractec

Venture Round in 2002
Refractec is an ophthalmic medical device company that develops and markets an innovative and proprietary radiofrequency (RF) device called the ViewPoint® CK System. The ViewPoint CK System, used to perform the NearVisionSM CK® (Conductive Keratoplasty®) treatment, is the only FDA-approved technology that temporarily improves near vision for the 37 million presbyopic emmetropes and presbyopic hyperopes in the USA, and can be conveniently performed in-office in just a few minutes. NearVision CK was ranked the #1 non-laser refractive procedure in the USA, according to Market Scope's 2005 Annual Survey of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and is an effective, safe and minimally-invasive alternative for the millions of conservative, plano presbyopic baby boomer patients who may be apprehensive about laser vision correction surgery, and are seeking to reduce their dependence on reading glasses and improve their near vision

4R Systems

Private Equity Round in 2002
4R Systems, Inc. specializes in providing retail and supply chain analytics aimed at optimizing inventory investments for retailers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, the company offers a suite of tools designed to enhance inventory decision-making throughout the product life cycle. Their solutions include IPMax SR, which analyzes inventory costs to establish optimal stock levels for each SKU/store combination; IPMax DC, which forecasts weekly inventory needs and generates orders for vendors; and IPMax RB, which evaluates the profitability of different purchasing strategies. Additionally, IPMax SA focuses on precise product allocation for seasonal and fashion items, while IPMax MD assesses price elasticity to determine the best markdown strategies. By leveraging advanced analytics, 4R Systems enables retailers to align supply with demand effectively, ultimately maximizing profitability.

RestaurantTrade

Series C in 2002
RestaurantTrade the leading provider of Web-based software for the hospitality industry.

FaceTime Communications

Series D in 2001
FaceTime Communications specializes in security solutions enabling businesses to secure and control greynet applications such as instant messaging, adware/spyware, webmail, P2P file sharing, web conferencing, and instant voice.

Viajo.com

Series C in 2001
Viajo.com is an online platform that enables its users to make online air ticket reservations and more. It was launched in 1999. Viajo.com is operated from Buenos Aires, Distrito Federal.

Sameday

Series B in 2001
Sameday.com is an e-commerce distribution system that provides the convenience and service of traditional retail stores.

Click Tactics

Series A in 2000
Click Tactics, Inc. is an Internet-based direct marketing services provider. They help small to medium-sized businesses increase their business potential by providing marketing assistance and data management. Click Tactics' goal is to partner with large corporations who have smaller businesses as customers.

Prescient Markets

Series B in 2000
Founded in February 1999, Prescient Markets, Inc. provides electronic, Internet-based distribution platforms for institutional participants in the fixed-income market. The company's first product, cpmarket.com, is the world's first Internet portal that directly links institutional investors with multiple commercial paper issuers on a single, electronic platform, and provides them with transactional, operational and value-added services. In addition to its commercial paper offering, Prescient Markets is diversifying to other asset classes and expanding its presence outside of the United States. Based in White Plains, New York, Prescient Markets' mission is to become a leading global provider of electronic, Internet-based platforms for fixed-income markets.

ARGUS Software

Series A in 2000
ARGUS Software specializes in providing software solutions tailored for the commercial real estate sector. The company offers a range of products, including property management and valuation software, designed to help clients manage the financial and operational aspects of their real estate portfolios. Its offerings include the ARGUS Appraisal Reporting Solution, ARGUS Asset Management, ARGUS Developer, ARGUS Development Budget, and ARGUS Enterprise. Serving customers globally, ARGUS Software caters to various stakeholders in the industry, including real estate owners, managers, financial institutions, brokerages, and real estate investment trusts (REITs).

Submarino

Series B in 2000
Submarino is an online seller of Spanish- and Portuguese-language books, CDs and toys.

FaceTime Communications

Series D in 2000
FaceTime Communications specializes in security solutions enabling businesses to secure and control greynet applications such as instant messaging, adware/spyware, webmail, P2P file sharing, web conferencing, and instant voice.

HomePoint

Series B in 2000
HomePointAdvantage Network, which acts as an online marketplace connecting retailers and manufacturers. This network gives retailers the ability to process online orders with manufacturers and gain access to inventory and product data. Manufacturers gain benefits such as: reduced errors in order processing, market research on consumers and coordinated advertising and promotions.

Krause's Furniture

Venture Round in 2000
Krause's Furniture, Inc. engages in the manufacture, retailing, and wholesaling of upholstered furniture and accessories in the United States. Its product line consists primarily of upholstered sofas, sofabeds, chairs, and sectionals. In addition, the company retails an assortment of tables, area rugs, lamps and wall decor, entertainment centers, custom-made chairs, and recliners. It sells its products through leased retail showrooms to customers in the hospitality market, including hotels and motels; healthcare market, including assisted living and retirement homes; and college and university markets.
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