Cohere Capital

Cohere Capital is a growth focused private equity firm that invests in leading middle-market businesses. They have over 30 years of combined experience investing in and working with growth companies, and They bring that experience to their partnerships with entrepreneurs, management teams, and companies. They take their approach from their name, "Cohere", which means being united and consistent. Their firm is founded on that philosophy as described below. Growth is their focus. They help solidify a strong foundation and provide the expertise and capital to achieve the growth plan. While not all growth is linear, they are focused on building a plan that is lasting and sustainable.

Mike Alberts

Vice President

Joe Alie

Vice President

Ron Heinkel

Associate

Patrick Martin

Associate

Nik Shah

Managing Partner and Co-Founder

5 past transactions

Boostability

Private Equity Round in 2022
Established in 2009, Boostability began with an idea that SEO services should be affordable to everyone in the small business marketplace. As a result, Boostability was founded on one simple business model: to create affordable and effective SEO for the small business marketplace. And as part of our award-winning growth, Boostability has expanded its suite of online products to include search engine marketing, social media marketing, and mobile web design, servicing a variety of small businesses worldwide.

iPromote

Private Equity Round in 2021
iPromote's automated self-serve platform helps SMBs access the benefits of local display advertising. Enterprises deploy iPromote as a website or salesforce solution. Online publishers get relevant local ad placement. iPromote's s patent-pending WebpageToAdsâ„¢ technology automatically creates rich media display ads using existing webpage content or stock photo images. The iPromote platform also includes the iPromote Ad Network and AdXpertâ„¢ local ad serving technology.

Promevo

Private Equity Round in 2021
Promevo is derived from the latin words ‘promoveo’ (to move ahead) and ‘promereo’ (to earn). Founded in 2001, this exemplifies their company goal of moving their customers ahead in technology and in the success of their organization while earning their trust with their excellence, innovation, and dedication. From the classroom to the boardroom, they aim to help their customers in every step of their Google Life.

CCS

Private Equity Round in 2021
CCS is an online retailer specializing in skateboard equipment and accessories. Founded in 1985 by Stephen Beck, the company offers a wide range of products, including skateboard hardgoods, apparel, footwear, and various accessories. Operating primarily as a direct-to-consumer digital brand, CCS provides an e-commerce platform that features skate shoes, decks, complete skateboards, cruisers, and custom skateboard builders. Although originally based in Portland, Oregon, CCS is now operated from Richardson, Texas, serving a diverse clientele of skateboarding enthusiasts.

Sonobi

Private Equity Round in 2020
Sonobi, Inc. is an advertising technology company based in Winter Park, Florida, founded in 2011. It offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates connections between clients and buyers across various advertising channels, including networks, demand-side platforms, and trading desks. The platform enables publishers to effectively market their advertising inventory while allowing advertisers to identify and source marketing opportunities. Additionally, Sonobi provides a Consent Management Platform that helps publishers maintain compliance with privacy regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation. By leveraging user-centric technology and intelligent data, Sonobi aims to enhance advertising effectiveness and foster stronger connections between brands and consumers, ultimately driving better results for publishers, media agencies, and advertisers.