Argo Ventures

Argo Group is an international underwriter specializing in specialty insurance and reinsurance products within the property and casualty market. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda, the company operates through various subsidiaries and is structured across two main segments: U.S. Operations and International Operations. The U.S. segment focuses primarily on Excess and Surplus Lines, which provides coverage for casualty, property, and professional liability. The International segment includes Syndicate 1200 and Argo Insurance Bermuda. Argo Group aims to meet the diverse needs of businesses by delivering tailored insurance solutions through independent agents, wholesale brokers, and retail partners. The company's insurance subsidiaries have received strong ratings, reflecting their financial stability and reliability in the industry.

Thomas A. Bradley

CEO

Jessica Snyder

President

15 past transactions

Borrowell

Series B in 2019
Borrowell Inc. is a financial services company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2014. It operates an online marketplace-lending platform that connects borrowers with lenders, offering a variety of financial products, including personal loans and credit cards. Borrowell provides Canadians with tools to manage their financial well-being, including free credit score monitoring and personalized recommendations for financial products from various partners. The platform aims to simplify the borrowing process by empowering users to make informed decisions, access low-interest loans, and improve their overall financial health. Through its innovative approach, Borrowell seeks to enhance the borrowing experience for Canadians.

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Pre Seed Round in 2019
Cadence is the leading fintech securitization platform for private credit. The company has developed a platform to streamline the securitization process for specialty finance originators at every stage of growth. Their suite of software and services is built with both institutional and retail investors in mind, integrating directly into their existing workflows and providing exposure to innovative securitized products. Learn more at withcadence.io or on the Bloomberg Terminal at {APPS CADENCE <GO>}.

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Pre Seed Round in 2019
Cadence is the leading fintech securitization platform for private credit. The company has developed a platform to streamline the securitization process for specialty finance originators at every stage of growth. Their suite of software and services is built with both institutional and retail investors in mind, integrating directly into their existing workflows and providing exposure to innovative securitized products. Learn more at withcadence.io or on the Bloomberg Terminal at {APPS CADENCE <GO>}.

yallacompare

Series C in 2019
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.

Upfort

Seed Round in 2018
Upfort is a cyber security company that specializes in providing cyber protection as a service for small businesses. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company aims to safeguard businesses from cyber attacks through tailored security solutions. Upfort's services are designed to address the unique challenges faced by small enterprises, ensuring they have access to effective protection against evolving cyber threats.

Ariscom

Acquisition in 2018
Ariscom is an Italian specialty insurer that offers a range of insurance brokerage services. The company specializes in aeronautical insurance, cargo and marine insurance, as well as commercial and casualty insurance. By providing these specialized services, Ariscom enables clients to secure tailored insurance solutions to meet their unique needs.

BitPay

Series B in 2017
BitPay, Inc. is a provider of enterprise-grade bitcoin payment solutions designed for businesses and organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company offers a range of services, including a RESTful API and a bitcoin payment gateway API, which facilitate secure payment processing. BitPay supports native payment protocols, signed payment requests, and direct payment communication, enhancing transaction efficiency. Additionally, the company offers Copay, a bitcoin wallet solution that incorporates Intel hardware security, ensuring robust protection for private key generation and transaction signing. BitPay Send is another key service, allowing organizations to pay employees, vendors, and contractors with cryptocurrency. The company also has a strategic processing partnership with Aliant Payment Systems, further expanding its payment processing capabilities.

Ariel Re

Acquisition in 2016
Ariel Re is a property and casualty insurance and reinsurance provider, part of Global Atlantic Financial Group, established in 2005. The company primarily operates through Ariel Re Bda Limited, which serves as a coverholder for Ariel Syndicate 1910 at Lloyd's of London. With a team of approximately eighty professionals based in London and Bermuda, Ariel Re underwrites a diverse global portfolio of insurance and reinsurance products. Their offerings include property and professional liability, non-marine physical damage and liability, aviation physical damage, personal accident, and motor insurance. By delivering tailored solutions, Ariel Re aims to help clients mitigate risk and fulfill their insurance requirements effectively.

Newtopia

Venture Round in 2014
Newtopia Inc. is a health technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that focuses on habit change to address metabolic risk reduction. Founded in 2008, Newtopia operates a proprietary virtual platform that creates personalized health plans by integrating genetic, social, and psychological insights. The company aims to tackle the widespread issue of unhealthy lifestyles, which contribute to obesity, chronic diseases, and aging. Newtopia's innovative health engagement platform encourages individuals to adopt healthier lifestyle choices, demonstrating a successful model with an 80% success rate among beta clients. By partnering with insurers, self-insured employers, and brands, Newtopia seeks to deliver sustainable health outcomes and generate a meaningful return on investment, targeting the growing demand for effective wellness solutions in the corporate sector.

PhyFlex Networks

Private Equity Round in 2007
PhyFlex Networks is a business services software and broadband access company that creates new business models for cable operators through its True Broadband solution. True Broadband includes a comprehensive software suite for the creation, provisioning, and management of end-to-end broadband services dynamically and on demand.

World Wide Packets

Series D in 2005
World Wide Packets, Inc. specializes in providing carrier Ethernet products and solutions in the United States, focusing on the delivery of voice, data, and video services. The company offers a range of products, including LightningEdge service access, service concentrators, and Ethernet switches designed for carrier-class services such as Internet Protocol television, voice over Internet Protocol, and virtual private LAN services. These solutions are aimed at carriers, multiple system operators, municipal networks, real estate developers, and service providers. Additionally, World Wide Packets provides a software infrastructure solution through its LightningEdge operating system, along with various support services, including professional and customer support. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Spokane Valley, Washington, World Wide Packets, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of CIENA Corp. as of March 2008.

Iplay America

Series B in 2004
Operator of an indoor amusement park in Freehold, NJ, providing a range of entertainment options including Topgolf Swing Suite, laser tag, amusement rides, and arcade games. The park also offers party and corporate event hosting services. The entity has been recognized as a Platinum member of the Green Business Bureau. Reservations are recommended for Topgolf Swing Suite.

Iplay America

Series A in 2003
Operator of an indoor amusement park in Freehold, NJ, providing a range of entertainment options including Topgolf Swing Suite, laser tag, amusement rides, and arcade games. The park also offers party and corporate event hosting services. The entity has been recognized as a Platinum member of the Green Business Bureau. Reservations are recommended for Topgolf Swing Suite.

uReach Technologies

Series A in 2002
uReach Technologies specializes in converged communications messaging and specialty calling solutions for fixed-line, mobile, and broadband carriers. The company's offerings include a one number service, a personal media application for real-time sharing of user-generated content, and a unified messaging application that allows users to manage voice, fax, and email messages from a single interface. Additionally, uReach provides a voice messaging application for voicemail retrieval and an auto attendant service designed for small businesses to streamline their call and messaging management. The company offers its solutions through cloud-based platforms as well as traditional in-network models, catering to both small businesses and residential subscribers. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey, uReach Technologies also has offices in Gurgaon, India, and Andover, Massachusetts.
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