Advantage X

Advantage Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 1992 and based in New Orleans, Louisiana, with additional offices across the United States. The firm specializes in growth equity, lending, and mezzanine debt capital investments, primarily targeting small businesses at various stages of development, from early to later stages, excluding seed investments. Advantage Capital focuses on investing in low-income communities, both urban and rural, and supports state and local economic development initiatives. It seeks opportunities in sectors such as communication, information technology, telecommunications, business services, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, life sciences, and energy, while also considering investments in rural agricultural businesses. The firm typically makes initial investments ranging from $0.5 million to $10 million in companies with sales of less than $5 million, with potential for larger investments based on milestones. Advantage Capital also provides various forms of debt capital and prefers co-investing with other firms. The firm is committed to addressing the financing needs of underserved areas and fostering economic growth in communities lacking traditional sources of risk capital.

Al Alvarez

Director

Brian Anderson

Managing Director

Anthony Billings

Senior Vice President and Investment Team Member

Bitting, Thomas H.P.

Managing Director

Adam Constantinides

Senior Vice President

Anaƫlle Croteau

Vice President

Trey Garland

Senior Associate

Christopher C. Harris

Principal

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President

Leah Hendricks

Vice President

Reid Hutchins

Managing Director

Peter Lu

Senior Associate

David McNaught

Vice President

Arjun Mohan

Vice President

Sandra M. Moore

Managing Director / Chief Impact Officer

Scott Murphy

Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer

Justin N. Obletz

CFO and Managing Director

Tim Perusek

Principal and Investment Group Member

Keith Pettus

Principal

Damon L. Rawie

Managing Director

Josh Rogers

Principal

Gabe Rosen

Vice President

Talmadge Singer

Managing Director

Steven T. Stull

President

Matthew Switzer

Vice President

Tony Toups

Principal

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President

Benjamin T. Warning

Vice President

J.P. Lynch

Vice President

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PSI

Series A in 2017
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Nextility

Debt Financing in 2016
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Nextility

Series C in 2015
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AV Smoot

Debt Financing in 2013
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REQ

Debt Financing in 2012
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Nextility

Series A in 2012
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REQ

Debt Financing in 2011
REQ, Inc. is a digital marketing and brand management company specializing in search engine optimization, social media, web and mobile development, and detailed analytics. The company provides a range of services including search and reputation management, social media integration, and custom web and mobile solutions. Its offerings encompass mobile application design, graphic design, content strategy, and user experience design, alongside analytics and optimization services for websites and landing pages. REQ develops digital tools that aim to build and protect brands across various sectors, including sports, entertainment, finance, healthcare, and non-profit organizations. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in New York, Boston, and San Francisco, REQ serves a diverse clientele, including corporations and government entities. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth, appearing on notable industry lists.

agencyQ

Venture Round in 2011
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agencyQ

Debt Financing in 2011
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EnviRelation

Debt Financing in 2010
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Affinity Lab

Debt Financing in 2009
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AV Smoot

Debt Financing in 2007
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NuAmerica Bank

Venture Round in 2007
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Inside Higher Ed

Venture Round in 2006
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CreateHope

Venture Round in 2006
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GridPoint

Series B in 2006
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AV Smoot

Debt Financing in 2006
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