Valor Equity Partners

Valor Equity Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Chicago, established in 1995. The firm specializes in making investments across various stages of company development, including seed-stage, early-stage, growth-stage, and late-stage investments. Valor primarily focuses on sectors such as industrial products, manufacturing, infrastructure services, healthcare, food technology, retail technology, fintech, and clean energy. The firm seeks to partner with high-growth companies and entrepreneurs who demonstrate a commitment to excellence and industry transformation. Investment sizes typically range from $10 million to $75 million for new platforms, while add-on investments do not have a minimum size requirement. Valor Equity Partners primarily invests in North America and India, aiming to support companies with revenues between $30 million and $200 million. The firm prefers to take a leading role in investments, pursuing both control and non-control equity opportunities.

Will Baine

Principal of Investment Team

Sean Costello

Vice President

Alli Folk

VP

Manuel Pantelias Garces

Vice President

Antonio Gracias

Founder, CEO and CIO

Bruce Johns

Senior Director

Sealy Laidlaw

Vice President

Chris Murphy

Managing Director

David Obrand

Partner

Harrison Pappas

Vice President

Vivek K. Pattipati

Partner

Taylor Patton

Senior Associate

Juan Sabater

Partner, Co-President and Member of Investment Committee

Bradley Sheftel

Partner

Jonathan K. Shulkin

Partner & Co-President

Michael Soenen

Partner

Miki Sofer

Vice President

Slater H. Stich

Vice President

Mark Vardaro

Senior Director

Timothy Watkins

Operating Partner

Past deals in District of Columbia

Indigov

Series B in 2022
Indigov is a next-generation constituent experience management platform designed for the government. Indigov built a modern constituent service platform for government that has already reduced average response time from months to a matter of minutes/hours and given representatives unprecedented capabilities and data insights that are changing the way they do their jobs and structure their teams.

Strider

Series B in 2022
Strider is a risk management company that assists corporations, research institutions, and governments in safeguarding their intellectual property from theft and economic espionage. With operations in Washington, D.C., and Salt Lake City, Utah, Strider's platform utilizes proprietary datasets, machine learning, and human intelligence to identify and address economic risks beyond traditional cyber threats. The company's products empower security teams to adopt a proactive stance against potential dangers within their personnel and supply chains, particularly those driven by nation-state actors. By integrating seamlessly into existing corporate threat management programs, Strider provides valuable insights that enhance long-term competitiveness, enabling organizations to protect their most valuable assets effectively.

Republic

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2016 and based in New York City, Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform that enables individuals to invest in private companies with minimum contributions starting at $10. The platform focuses on providing access to investments in a variety of sectors, including startups, gaming, real estate, and cryptocurrencies. Republic caters to a diverse clientele comprising venture capital firms, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals, facilitating funding opportunities for innovative enterprises seeking capital from the general public.

Republic

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2016 and based in New York City, Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform that enables individuals to invest in private companies with minimum contributions starting at $10. The platform focuses on providing access to investments in a variety of sectors, including startups, gaming, real estate, and cryptocurrencies. Republic caters to a diverse clientele comprising venture capital firms, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals, facilitating funding opportunities for innovative enterprises seeking capital from the general public.

Datasembly

Series A in 2020
Datasembly, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2014. It specializes in processing web data into structured formats, focusing on grocery and retail pricing information. By aggregating data from numerous grocery delivery and online shopping platforms, Datasembly collects detailed pricing records for products sold in stores on a daily basis. This information is crucial for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, retailers, and quick-service restaurants, allowing them to make informed and efficient business decisions. Utilizing advanced technologies, including natural language processing and machine learning, Datasembly transforms complex, volatile data into customized reports. This data services model supports various applications, including market research and economic indicators, ultimately empowering organizations to navigate the retail landscape effectively.

Rōti

Venture Round in 2018
Rōti, operating as Roti Modern Mediterranean, is a fast-casual restaurant chain founded in 2005 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The company specializes in providing customizable Mediterranean cuisine for lunch and dinner, featuring a diverse menu that includes rice bowls, salads, pitas, sandwiches, sides, sauces, and desserts. Rōti focuses on using fresh, healthy ingredients to deliver delicious Mediterranean flavors at affordable prices. In addition to its restaurant offerings, the company also provides catering services. Rōti has established locations in several states, including Illinois, Maryland, Virginia, New York, and Washington, D.C., catering to a growing demand for convenient and nutritious dining options.