The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., established in 1869, is a global leader in investment banking, securities, and investment management. It operates in four primary segments: Investment Banking, Institutional Client Services, Investing & Lending, and Investment Management. The company provides a wide range of services, including financial advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, underwriting services for various securities, client execution services for fixed income, currencies, commodities, and equities, securities services, and wealth advisory services. It serves a diverse client base comprising corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Additionally, Goldman Sachs invests in a broad array of asset classes, including debt securities, equity securities, real estate, and private equity, demonstrating its commitment to driving growth and innovation across industries.
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Past deals in United Kingdom
Databricks
Debt Financing in 2025
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.
Burges Salmon
Debt Financing in 2024
Burges Salmon is a law firm based in Bristol, United Kingdom, established in 1841. The firm provides legal advisory services across various sectors, including energy, transport, food, farming, and real estate. Its expertise encompasses commercial and corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, joint ventures, partnerships, private wealth, public sector law, intellectual property, media, pension services, and international trade. Burges Salmon serves a diverse range of industries, such as business product services, consumer product services, financial services, healthcare, and information technology, making it a comprehensive provider of legal solutions in the UK.
La Doria
Debt Financing in 2024
La Doria S.p.A. is an Italian food production company headquartered in Angri, Italy, established in 1954. The company specializes in the production and marketing of a diverse range of food products, including tomato-based items, fruit juices, beverages, vegetables, and ready-made sauces. Its product lines encompass pulses, baked beans, boiled legumes, canned pasta, and soups, alongside various tomato derivatives like peeled, chopped, and cherry tomatoes. La Doria's offerings also include meat-based and pesto sauces, as well as condiments and dressings. The company markets its products under several brand names, including La Doria and La Romanella, and distributes them primarily through retailers and distribution chains in Italy and internationally, with a notable presence in the United Kingdom, Japan, Australia, and Scandinavian countries.
Form3
Series C in 2024
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services tailored for regulated financial institutions. Established in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service built on a robust AWS cloud processing platform. Form3's architecture includes multiple payment gateways and a micro-services framework, allowing clients to access a comprehensive range of payment schemes through a single application programming interface (API). This technology facilitates secure and reliable agency payment services on a per-transaction basis without upfront costs. Its clientele consists of various financial entities, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, such as payment institutions and e-money providers.
AlphaSense
Series F in 2024
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.
SumUp
Debt Financing in 2024
SumUp, established in 2011, is a leading financial technology company specializing in mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) solutions. It enables businesses, particularly small and medium-sized ones, to securely and conveniently accept card payments using smartphones or tablets. SumUp's proprietary hardware and mobile apps facilitate transactions, supporting magstripe, chip, and contactless payment methods. The company operates in 13 countries, including Germany, the UK, and Brazil, and employs over 100 people worldwide. SumUp's offerings also extend to SDKs and APIs for third-party integrations.
Equinox Fitness
Debt Financing in 2024
Equinox Fitness is a leading operator of upscale fitness clubs and spas, with a presence in major cities across the United States, including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Chicago, Boston, Dallas, Houston, and Washington, DC, as well as international locations in London, Toronto, and Vancouver. The company provides a comprehensive range of services and products designed to promote health and wellness, including strength and cardio training, group fitness classes, personal training, and spa services. Additionally, Equinox offers branded apparel and food and juice bar options, creating an integrated fitness experience for its members. With a commitment to enhancing the fitness journey, Equinox caters to clients seeking a high-quality fitness environment.
Axis Bank
Post in 2023
Axis Bank, established in 1994 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, is the third largest private sector bank in the country. The bank offers a wide range of financial products and services, including personal loans, car loans, savings accounts, credit cards, education loans, trade and forex services, and internet banking. It has expanded its international presence with eight offices located in key global financial centers, including Singapore and Dubai, and a subsidiary in London. These international offices primarily focus on corporate lending, trade finance, syndication, investment banking, and liability businesses. Over the years, Axis Bank has shown consistent growth and stable asset quality, positioning itself as a significant player in the Indian banking sector.
AlphaSense
Series E in 2023
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.
InterContinental Hotels Group
Post in 2023
InterContinental Hotels Group is a prominent global hospitality company that owns, manages, franchises, and leases hotels across the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Greater China. Operating under 19 brands, including Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, and newer lifestyle brands such as Kimpton and Voco, the company caters to a wide range of market segments from midscale to luxury. As of December 31, 2023, it operates approximately 946,000 rooms in over 5,600 hotels worldwide. The company has a strong emphasis on managed and franchised properties, which together account for 99% of its total room count. Additionally, InterContinental Hotels Group offers the IHG Rewards Club, a loyalty program designed to enhance guest experience and retention. Founded in 1777 and headquartered in Denham, United Kingdom, the company employs around 400,000 people dedicated to delivering quality hospitality services.
Fleximize
Debt Financing in 2023
Fleximize is a UK-based alternative business lender that provides flexible funding solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in 2013 by Peter Tuvey, the company offers financing options ranging from £5,000 to £500,000, with terms extending from one to 60 months. Fleximize is designed to support businesses in various sectors, including professional services and hospitality, by offering tailored funding packages that include features such as repayment holidays, top-ups, and no early repayment fees. Each client is assigned a dedicated relationship manager who collaborates with them to create a customized financing solution that aligns with their growth plans.
Iberdrola
Post in 2023
Iberdrola is a leading global utility company engaged in the production, distribution, and retail of electricity and gas across nearly 40 countries. With a diverse portfolio of 56 gigawatts, it primarily generates electricity from nuclear, fossil-fuel, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources, with wind power representing approximately 40% of its capacity. The company operates significant electricity and distribution networks in Spain, the UK, Brazil, and the US, where it maintains a strong presence. Iberdrola is committed to advancing the energy transition through a sustainable business model that emphasizes renewable energy, smart grids, large-scale energy storage, and digital transformation, aimed at delivering innovative products and services to its customers. In addition to its generation activities, Iberdrola is involved in gas storage and supply, reinforcing its position as a comprehensive energy provider.
Axoni
Venture Round in 2023
Axoni is a technology company that specializes in real-time data replication and distributed ledger software for the financial services industry. Founded in 2017, it serves major financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and market infrastructure firms globally, with offices in New York and London. Axoni's platform facilitates the seamless integration of traditional financial technologies with blockchain systems, offering market information and deep analysis of trends. Its solutions enable rapid deployment of critical financial networks and automate real-time data sharing among market participants, enhancing the management of legal records, lifecycle events, and cash flow calculations.
Pharmacierge
Seed Round in 2023
Pharmacierge is a digital e-prescribing service that facilitates the delivery of medication to patients in the UK and internationally. Private clinicians use the platform to create and transfer e-prescriptions to a pharmacy located near Harley Street in London. The service allows for quick and reliable delivery of medications, enabling patients to receive their prescriptions conveniently. Patients can pay for their medicines through secure digital payment links sent via phone, message, or email. Additionally, Pharmacierge offers free delivery of medications, streamlining the process for both clinicians and patients.
AlphaSense
Series D in 2023
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.
Stripe
Series I in 2023
Stripe is a technology company that develops APIs and tools for businesses to accept and manage online payments. It offers a range of products, including Payments, Subscriptions, Connect, Sigma, and Atlas, catering to various industries such as e-commerce, B2B platforms, and non-profits. Stripe also provides fraud detection tools like Radar and user interface components for custom payment forms with Stripe Elements. It supports international debit/credit cards and serves businesses in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and other regions. Additionally, Stripe Capital offers financing options based on payment history, with automatic repayment adjustments based on daily sales.
Vestiaire Collective
Debt Financing in 2022
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform specializing in the buying and selling of luxury pre-owned fashion items. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular fashion movement, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective boasts a unique inventory of approximately 3 million items, with around 140,000 new listings added weekly, catering to a community of over 7.5 million fashion enthusiasts across 50 countries. The platform offers a curated selection of vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience through verified and desirable products. By fostering a highly engaged community, Vestiaire Collective empowers its members to actively participate in a more sustainable fashion economy.
TRM Labs
Series B in 2022
TRM Labs Inc. is a blockchain intelligence company that provides a platform focused on token relationship management, utilizing machine learning to assist clients in managing customer relationships and detecting suspicious activities. The platform offers solutions for on-chain anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, including customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and relationship management specifically tailored for digital asset firms. Additionally, TRM Labs develops enterprise applications and tools that enable organizations to launch blockchain-based products aimed at identifying fraudulent activities such as money laundering and market manipulation. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company serves a diverse clientele, including financial institutions, cryptocurrency businesses, and government agencies, and has established partnerships with notable organizations such as PayPal, Visa, and federal agencies. TRM Labs is committed to enhancing the safety of the financial ecosystem through advanced data engineering and threat intelligence, backed by a team of experts with extensive experience in law enforcement and technology.
Immersive Labs
Series C in 2022
Immersive Labs Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing cybersecurity skills across organizations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, the company provides interactive, gamified content that enables users to measure and improve their cybersecurity capabilities. The platform facilitates skill development in areas such as ethical hacking, threat hunting, and malware analysis, all accessible via a web browser without the need for installation. Immersive Labs also offers tools for assessing user profiles, identifying skill gaps, and simulating real-world cybersecurity incidents. By focusing on fostering critical thinking and problem-solving among users, the company empowers businesses in various sectors, including government and defense, to uncover hidden cybersecurity talent and strengthen their defenses against potential threats.
SingleStore
Series F in 2022
SingleStore, Inc. is a provider of a relational database designed for cloud and on-premises transactions and analytics, catering to global enterprises. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers the SingleStore Managed Service, a cloud database-as-a-service that enables analytics on various cloud platforms, alongside SingleStore DB, a distributed SQL database suitable for both bare metal and hybrid cloud environments. The company focuses on operational analytics and supports modern data platform solutions that encompass IoT analytics, risk management, and customer engagement. SingleStore serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, media communications, energy and utilities, government, and retail. The company, previously known as MemSQL Inc., rebranded to SingleStore, Inc. in October 2020 and also maintains offices in Seattle, Boston, Portland, Lisbon, and London.
SingleStore
Series F in 2022
SingleStore, Inc. is a provider of a relational database designed for cloud and on-premises transactions and analytics, catering to global enterprises. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers the SingleStore Managed Service, a cloud database-as-a-service that enables analytics on various cloud platforms, alongside SingleStore DB, a distributed SQL database suitable for both bare metal and hybrid cloud environments. The company focuses on operational analytics and supports modern data platform solutions that encompass IoT analytics, risk management, and customer engagement. SingleStore serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, media communications, energy and utilities, government, and retail. The company, previously known as MemSQL Inc., rebranded to SingleStore, Inc. in October 2020 and also maintains offices in Seattle, Boston, Portland, Lisbon, and London.
AlphaSense
Series D in 2022
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.
MoEngage
Series E in 2022
MoEngage, Inc. is a cloud-based marketing and customer engagement platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in several international locations including India, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. The platform specializes in user analytics and engagement, offering tools for personalized interactions through various channels such as push notifications, in-app messaging, web, and SMS. It leverages machine learning to optimize customer engagement and improve retention and lifetime value for businesses across industries like e-commerce, telecom, travel, and finance. MoEngage's comprehensive dashboard enables clients to analyze customer behavior and manage campaigns efficiently, thereby enhancing their marketing efforts and attracting new customers. The company has also established a strategic partnership with Vidora, Inc. to further enhance its service offerings.
Starling Bank
Series D in 2022
Starling Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing personal, joint, and business banking services through a mobile platform. The bank offers a range of financial services, including digital banking, real-time spending intelligence, and personalized banking options. Customers can manage their accounts entirely online, benefiting from features such as same-day payments and comprehensive financial management tools. Starling Bank aims to facilitate a seamless, paperless banking experience for its users.
Selina Finance
Debt Financing in 2022
Selina Finance Limited is a digital finance company based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2018. It specializes in providing innovative financing solutions for both consumers and businesses, addressing the challenges of traditional lending. The company enables individuals to check their loan eligibility and offers tailored credit facilities for property investors and businesses. Selina Finance aims to unlock the value tied up in UK homes by offering an affordable line of credit secured against residential property. This solution is designed to be as flexible as a current account, as affordable as a mortgage, and as simple to apply for as a consumer loan, thereby catering to the evolving needs of homeowners who often rely on costly borrowing options. By integrating expertise from real estate, finance, and technology, Selina Finance delivers a next-generation lending experience, allowing customers to access funds without setup or early repayment fees.
RateGain Technology
Private Equity Round in 2021
RateGain Technology is a software company specializing in hospitality and travel technology solutions aimed at various sectors, including hotels, airlines, and travel operators. Established in 2004, the company provides a comprehensive range of services designed to optimize operations and enhance sales for its clients. RateGain operates across multiple verticals, serving online travel agents, meta-search companies, vacation rentals, and more. With a significant focus on the United Kingdom market, the company has built a reputation for innovation within the dynamic travel ecosystem, positioning itself as a thought leader and trendsetter in the industry. Through its SaaS offerings, RateGain continues to support customers globally in navigating the complexities of the travel and hospitality sectors.
The Belfry Group
Acquisition in 2021
The Belfry Group operates a luxury resort in Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, renowned for its rich history and exceptional amenities. Founded in 1960, the resort spans 550 acres and features 324 guest rooms, along with various facilities including swimming pools, a fitness center, a luxury spa, and multiple dining options. The Belfry is particularly famous as a premier golfing destination, allowing guests to experience the legacy of Ryder Cup champions. Additionally, the resort offers extensive meeting and event spaces, making it suitable for weddings and corporate gatherings. With its blend of leisure and event facilities, The Belfry Group continues to attract visitors seeking both relaxation and recreation.
Zilch
Series C in 2021
Zilch is a direct-to-consumer ad-subsidised payments network. Zilch is a payment service that allows users to buy now and pay over 6 weeks with 0% APR and no fees. Users can also earn rewards for paying in full. Zilch distinguishes itself from the established fintech industry by generating profitable global revenue, delivering unparalleled value to both customers and marketers.
AlphaSense
Series C in 2021
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.
Form3
Series C in 2021
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services tailored for regulated financial institutions. Established in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service built on a robust AWS cloud processing platform. Form3's architecture includes multiple payment gateways and a micro-services framework, allowing clients to access a comprehensive range of payment schemes through a single application programming interface (API). This technology facilitates secure and reliable agency payment services on a per-transaction basis without upfront costs. Its clientele consists of various financial entities, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, such as payment institutions and e-money providers.
Gelato
Venture Round in 2021
Gelato operates an on-demand printing platform that specializes in customized print products. It enables entrepreneurs, creators, and global brands to sell their products worldwide while producing them locally in 30 countries, thus streamlining the logistics and eliminating the need for inventory management or cross-border shipping. This approach allows businesses of all sizes to efficiently scale their e-commerce operations, reaching a vast consumer base of up to 5 billion people. Gelato's commitment to sustainability and efficiency positions it as a leader in the customized print market. The company has a global presence with offices in key cities, including Boston, London, and Tokyo, while headquartered in Oslo, Norway.
Zilch
Series B in 2021
Zilch is a direct-to-consumer ad-subsidised payments network. Zilch is a payment service that allows users to buy now and pay over 6 weeks with 0% APR and no fees. Users can also earn rewards for paying in full. Zilch distinguishes itself from the established fintech industry by generating profitable global revenue, delivering unparalleled value to both customers and marketers.
Immersive Labs
Series C in 2021
Immersive Labs Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing cybersecurity skills across organizations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, the company provides interactive, gamified content that enables users to measure and improve their cybersecurity capabilities. The platform facilitates skill development in areas such as ethical hacking, threat hunting, and malware analysis, all accessible via a web browser without the need for installation. Immersive Labs also offers tools for assessing user profiles, identifying skill gaps, and simulating real-world cybersecurity incidents. By focusing on fostering critical thinking and problem-solving among users, the company empowers businesses in various sectors, including government and defense, to uncover hidden cybersecurity talent and strengthen their defenses against potential threats.
Starling Bank
Series D in 2021
Starling Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing personal, joint, and business banking services through a mobile platform. The bank offers a range of financial services, including digital banking, real-time spending intelligence, and personalized banking options. Customers can manage their accounts entirely online, benefiting from features such as same-day payments and comprehensive financial management tools. Starling Bank aims to facilitate a seamless, paperless banking experience for its users.
SumUp
Debt Financing in 2021
SumUp, established in 2011, is a leading financial technology company specializing in mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) solutions. It enables businesses, particularly small and medium-sized ones, to securely and conveniently accept card payments using smartphones or tablets. SumUp's proprietary hardware and mobile apps facilitate transactions, supporting magstripe, chip, and contactless payment methods. The company operates in 13 countries, including Germany, the UK, and Brazil, and employs over 100 people worldwide. SumUp's offerings also extend to SDKs and APIs for third-party integrations.
Axoni
Series B in 2021
Axoni is a technology company that specializes in real-time data replication and distributed ledger software for the financial services industry. Founded in 2017, it serves major financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and market infrastructure firms globally, with offices in New York and London. Axoni's platform facilitates the seamless integration of traditional financial technologies with blockchain systems, offering market information and deep analysis of trends. Its solutions enable rapid deployment of critical financial networks and automate real-time data sharing among market participants, enhancing the management of legal records, lifecycle events, and cash flow calculations.
Stovekraft
Venture Round in 2021
Stovekraft Limited is a prominent manufacturer and retailer of kitchen and home appliances in India, primarily known for its flagship brands Pigeon and Gilma. Established in 1999 and based in Bengaluru, the company offers a diverse range of products, including pressure cookers, non-stick cookware, gas and induction cooktops, mixer grinders, and kitchen chimneys. It also provides additional items such as electric rice cookers, emergency lamps, and LED lighting solutions. Stovekraft markets its products through various channels, including distributors, dealers, e-commerce platforms, and its own franchise stores. In addition to serving the Indian market, the company exports its products to several countries, including the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and Sri Lanka, strengthening its international presence in the kitchen appliances industry.
Nasuni
Venture Round in 2020
Nasuni Corporation is a provider of enterprise cloud file storage solutions, designed to address the challenges associated with the growth of unstructured file data. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in the United Kingdom and North Carolina, Nasuni offers its proprietary Nasuni UniFS, a cloud-native global file system that consolidates and protects file data in an easily expandable cloud infrastructure. This platform serves as a modern replacement for traditional network-attached storage and file server systems, simplifying IT administration by eliminating the need for complex legacy backup and disaster recovery solutions. Nasuni’s services cater to various industries, including architecture, engineering, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services, enabling organizations to efficiently store, share, and access their files from anywhere, whether in the office or remotely.
Permira
Private Equity Round in 2020
Permira is a global investment firm founded in 1985 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in private equity and credit, focusing on growth opportunities within five key sectors: Technology, Consumer, Healthcare, Services, and Climate. With a team of over 500 professionals, Permira operates through 16 offices across Europe, North America, and Asia. The firm employs a thematic approach to identify and invest in companies that demonstrate strong growth potential, aiming to enhance their value and support their ambitions.
Hunter Boot
Corporate Round in 2020
Hunter Boot Limited is a UK-based company, established in 1856, that specializes in the design and manufacture of footwear and outerwear for men, women, and children. The company's product range includes rubber boots, shoes, sandals, coats, jackets, ponchos, and various accessories such as boot socks, bags, umbrellas, and boot care items. Hunter has established a strong brand presence and consumer appeal, selling its products through its own stores, online platforms, and a network of stockists. With offices in Edinburgh, London, New York, and Düsseldorf, Hunter Boot Limited maintains a significant international presence in the footwear industry.
Back Market
Venture Round in 2020
Back Market is an online marketplace specializing in refurbished electronics, connecting consumers with professional sellers of certified and guaranteed devices. Founded in 2014 by Thibaud Hug de Larauze, Quentin Le Brouster, and Vianney Vaute, the company is headquartered in Paris, France, and operates in 13 countries, including the United States, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, among others. With a workforce of 480 employees across offices in New York, Berlin, Paris, and Bordeaux, Back Market aims to promote the sale and use of refurbished products, allowing customers to purchase electronics at reduced prices. This approach not only offers affordability but also supports sustainability by encouraging the reuse of electronic devices.
iCapital Network
Venture Round in 2020
iCapital Network is a fintech platform for alternative investments and investors. It has transformed the way the wealth management, banking, and asset management industries facilitate access to private markets investments for their high-net-worth clients by providing intuitive, end-to-end technology and service solutions. Wealth management firms use iCapital’s solutions to provide clients with quality funds at lower minimums and simplified digital workflows. Asset managers, RIAs, and banks leverage iCapital’s technology to streamline and scale their alternative investments operational infrastructure. Additionally, the iCapital ‘flagship’ platform offers wealth advisors and their high-net-worth client's access to a curated menu of private equity, private credit, hedge funds, structured investments, and other alternatives to help meet their investing needs for return and diversification. iCapital’s research and diligence team offers robust analysis alongside the firm’s extensive suite of advisor education, compliance, portfolio management, and portfolio analytics tools and services. iCapital has been recognized on the Forbes FinTech 50 list each year from 2018 through 2002, the Forbes America’s Best Startup Employers in 2021 and 2022, and MMI/Barron’s Industry Awards as Solutions Provider of the Year in 2020 and 2021. As of May 31, 2022, iCapital services more than US$130 billion in global client assets, of which more than US$30 billion are from international investors (non-US Domestic), across more than 1,035 funds. Employing more than 800 people globally, iCapital is headquartered in NYC and has offices worldwide including in Zurich, London, Lisbon, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Toronto.
Minute Media
Venture Round in 2020
Minute Media is a global technology and content company that focuses on sports and culture. It operates a proprietary platform designed for the creation, distribution, and monetization of digital short-form content. The company owns prominent sports content brands, including The Players' Tribune, FanSided, 90min, and STN Video, and offers content creation tools tailored for leagues, athletes, and professional creators. With a reach of 200 million monthly users, Minute Media supports over 1,500 content creators and collaborates with more than 250 distribution partners across 14 global markets in 10 languages. The company has offices located in New York, London, Tel-Aviv, São Paulo, and Tokyo.
Quintain Estates & Development
Debt Financing in 2020
Quintain Estates & Development Plc develops, manages and invests in property assets. It engages in property investment and generation of profits from properties. The group has four reportable segments being Wembley, London Portfolio, Quercus and Non-core.
LumApps
Series C in 2020
LumApps is a developer of a social and collaborative intranet platform designed to enhance employee engagement and communication within organizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tassin, France, with additional offices in major cities such as San Francisco, New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo, LumApps provides a centralized hub for accessing corporate resources, personalized content, and social communities. The platform is fully integrated with major collaborative suites, including Google G Suite and Microsoft Office 365, allowing employees to access corporate news, work applications, and social interactions seamlessly. By breaking down communication silos, LumApps aims to foster healthier work relationships and improve collaboration among employees, thereby supporting companies in their digital transformation efforts.
AppsFlyer
Series D in 2020
AppsFlyer Ltd. is a mobile app measurement platform founded in 2011 and headquartered in Herzliya, Israel, with additional offices worldwide. The company specializes in helping mobile app developers, brands, and advertising agencies measure and optimize their customer acquisition strategies through a real-time analytics dashboard. Its platform integrates with numerous media partners, allowing advertisers to assess and enhance their mobile app promotional campaigns across various channels, including paid, organic, and social media. AppsFlyer offers several key solutions, such as Ad Revenue Attribution, which aids mobile publishers in evaluating user lifetime value by considering diverse revenue sources. The company also provides Agency Transparency for brands to gain insights into their campaigns and Protect360, a robust fraud protection service. With a focus on privacy and user experience, AppsFlyer supports a wide array of applications across platforms like the Apple App Store and Google Play, enabling clients to foster meaningful customer relationships through advanced data analytics and engagement tools.
CallMiner
Venture Round in 2019
CallMiner, Inc. specializes in providing speech analytics solutions that help businesses analyze and extract insights from customer interactions, particularly within call centers. The company's flagship product, Eureka, employs artificial intelligence and natural language processing to transcribe and analyze conversations between agents and customers, enabling organizations to improve customer service, compliance monitoring, and overall business intelligence. CallMiner's offerings include myEureka, which automates performance management and provides feedback to contact center personnel, and Eureka Live, which monitors ongoing calls for specific language and acoustic characteristics. Additionally, it offers Eureka Essentials for smaller contact centers, along with a range of customer care, training, and advisory services. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, CallMiner also has offices in Fort Myers, Florida, and the United Kingdom, serving clients across various industries, including financial services, utilities, manufacturing, government, and hospitality.
Eigen Technologies
Series B in 2019
Eigen Technologies Limited specializes in intelligent document processing, developing software that utilizes machine learning to extract and analyze data from complex documents. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London with an office in New York, Eigen helps clients in finance, law, and professional services manage risk, scale operations, and navigate regulatory environments. The platform effectively automates the extraction of answers from documents, enhancing accuracy while ensuring data security. By recognizing patterns and understanding context, Eigen's technology allows organizations to transform unstructured data into actionable insights, thereby facilitating informed decision-making. The company's client base includes prominent firms such as Goldman Sachs, ING, and BlackRock, with a significant portion of globally systemically important banks using Eigen's solutions to address their document-related challenges.
Immersive Labs
Series B in 2019
Immersive Labs Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing cybersecurity skills across organizations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, the company provides interactive, gamified content that enables users to measure and improve their cybersecurity capabilities. The platform facilitates skill development in areas such as ethical hacking, threat hunting, and malware analysis, all accessible via a web browser without the need for installation. Immersive Labs also offers tools for assessing user profiles, identifying skill gaps, and simulating real-world cybersecurity incidents. By focusing on fostering critical thinking and problem-solving among users, the company empowers businesses in various sectors, including government and defense, to uncover hidden cybersecurity talent and strengthen their defenses against potential threats.
Remitly
Debt Financing in 2019
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that specializes in facilitating international money transfers through its extensive network across Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua, Remitly offers a mobile payment service that allows consumers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to send money easily to friends and family. The company utilizes advanced technology to streamline the money transfer process, eliminating unnecessary steps and fees associated with traditional methods. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., providing a cost-effective and reliable service for its customers. Revenue is generated through transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads, positioning Remitly as a key player in the evolving financial services landscape for immigrants.
Minute Media
Series G in 2019
Minute Media is a global technology and content company that focuses on sports and culture. It operates a proprietary platform designed for the creation, distribution, and monetization of digital short-form content. The company owns prominent sports content brands, including The Players' Tribune, FanSided, 90min, and STN Video, and offers content creation tools tailored for leagues, athletes, and professional creators. With a reach of 200 million monthly users, Minute Media supports over 1,500 content creators and collaborates with more than 250 distribution partners across 14 global markets in 10 languages. The company has offices located in New York, London, Tel-Aviv, São Paulo, and Tokyo.
Redis
Series E in 2019
Redis is a leading provider of an open-source, in-memory data structure platform that serves as a database, cache, and message broker. Founded in 2011, the company has gained recognition for its ability to enhance application performance through its fast data platform, which offers a variety of data structures, including strings, hashes, lists, and geospatial indexes. Redis's technology enables high availability and efficient data management through built-in replication, Lua scripting, and various persistence options. With a strong international presence across cities such as San Francisco, Austin, London, and Tel Aviv, Redis has supported over 10,000 customers in building and scaling applications. The company is committed to maintaining its open-source roots while providing both cloud and on-premises solutions, thereby setting a new standard for application speed in the digital business landscape.
Nutmeg
Series E in 2019
Nutmeg, established in 2011 and headquartered in London, UK, is a pioneering online investment management service. It specializes in investments, ISAs, and pensions, offering a smart, secure, and straightforward approach to wealth management. The company's digital platform enables clients to access sophisticated global investment portfolios, keeping costs and charges low while boosting returns. With a six-year performance track record in the UK, Nutmeg is the first wealth manager of its kind, providing an intelligent and fair alternative to traditional investment management.
Capify UK
Debt Financing in 2019
Capify specializes in providing business loans and financial services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the United Kingdom. Utilizing a proprietary online technology platform, Capify offers loans of up to £50,000, with repayment terms tailored to align with a business's cash flow and average turnover. In addition to traditional loans, the company provides various financial solutions, including merchant cash advances, working capital funding, and equipment financing, aimed at helping businesses sustain and grow. Qualified applicants can receive funds directly into their business bank accounts within days, streamlining the funding process for SMEs.
Immersive Labs
Series A in 2019
Immersive Labs Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing cybersecurity skills across organizations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, the company provides interactive, gamified content that enables users to measure and improve their cybersecurity capabilities. The platform facilitates skill development in areas such as ethical hacking, threat hunting, and malware analysis, all accessible via a web browser without the need for installation. Immersive Labs also offers tools for assessing user profiles, identifying skill gaps, and simulating real-world cybersecurity incidents. By focusing on fostering critical thinking and problem-solving among users, the company empowers businesses in various sectors, including government and defense, to uncover hidden cybersecurity talent and strengthen their defenses against potential threats.
Second Home
Venture Round in 2018
Second Home is a workspace provider, established in 2014, that offers shared office spaces for entrepreneurs, innovators, and creative businesses in London, Lisbon, and Los Angeles. The company, founded by Rohan Silva, Samuel Aldenton, and Robin Klein, operates its headquarters in London, UK. Its spaces aim to foster collaboration and creativity, hosting a variety of cultural events and supporting entrepreneurship.
Westbrook Partners
Private Equity Round in 2018
Westbrook Partners is a privately-owned real estate investment management firm founded in April 1994, with its headquarters in New York and additional offices in major cities including Boston, Washington, DC, Palm Beach, San Francisco, London, Munich, Paris, and Tokyo. The company is fully integrated, managing various aspects of real estate investment, including acquisition, financial accounting, and risk management. Westbrook Partners has a diverse portfolio that encompasses the operation and management of office buildings, multi-family residential units, hotels, retail spaces, industrial properties, and single-family residential developments. The firm is known for its expertise in enhancing property value and effectively managing real estate assets across multiple sectors.
Prodigy Finance
Debt Financing in 2018
Prodigy Finance Limited operates an online platform that facilitates education loans for international postgraduate and MBA students, enabling them to finance their degrees through a community of lenders. Founded in 2006 and based in London, the platform connects student borrowers with alumni, institutional investors, and qualified private investors, as well as banks. Prodigy Finance specifically targets master's degree students in 18 countries, aiming to make higher education more accessible to individuals who may lack traditional financing options. Additionally, the company offers a mobile app that allows users to manage and access their loan information conveniently.
TraceLink
Series D in 2018
TraceLink, Inc. is a company that specializes in track and trace network solutions for the life sciences supply chain, focusing on the prevention of counterfeit prescription drugs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in North Reading, Massachusetts, TraceLink offers a range of products, including pharmaceutical serialization, drug tracking compliance, and supply network performance solutions. Its notable offerings include the TraceLink Life Sciences Cloud, Smart Rx Manager, and Serialized Product Intelligence, which collectively support compliance with regulations such as the European Union Falsified Medicines Directive. TraceLink serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical companies, wholesale distributors, and re-packagers. The company has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its service offerings. With additional offices in the United Kingdom, India, Singapore, and Brazil, TraceLink operates as a global entity, dedicated to creating integrated business ecosystems that promote agility and resiliency in supply networks.
Axoni
Series B in 2018
Axoni is a technology company that specializes in real-time data replication and distributed ledger software for the financial services industry. Founded in 2017, it serves major financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and market infrastructure firms globally, with offices in New York and London. Axoni's platform facilitates the seamless integration of traditional financial technologies with blockchain systems, offering market information and deep analysis of trends. Its solutions enable rapid deployment of critical financial networks and automate real-time data sharing among market participants, enhancing the management of legal records, lifecycle events, and cash flow calculations.
TraceLink
Series D in 2018
TraceLink, Inc. is a company that specializes in track and trace network solutions for the life sciences supply chain, focusing on the prevention of counterfeit prescription drugs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in North Reading, Massachusetts, TraceLink offers a range of products, including pharmaceutical serialization, drug tracking compliance, and supply network performance solutions. Its notable offerings include the TraceLink Life Sciences Cloud, Smart Rx Manager, and Serialized Product Intelligence, which collectively support compliance with regulations such as the European Union Falsified Medicines Directive. TraceLink serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical companies, wholesale distributors, and re-packagers. The company has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its service offerings. With additional offices in the United Kingdom, India, Singapore, and Brazil, TraceLink operates as a global entity, dedicated to creating integrated business ecosystems that promote agility and resiliency in supply networks.
IHS Markit
Debt Financing in 2018
IHS Markit Ltd. is a prominent provider of critical information, analytics, and solutions for various industries, financial markets, and governments worldwide. The company operates through four main segments: Financial Services, Transportation, Resources, and Consolidated Markets & Solutions (CMS). Its Financial Services segment offers a range of products including pricing and reference data, trading services, and enterprise software for financial market participants. The Transportation segment delivers analysis, production forecasts, and predictive analytics related to vehicles and shipping. The Resources segment focuses on upstream and downstream services in the energy and chemicals sectors, providing market forecasting and analytical tools. CMS provides research tools and performance analysis for technology, media, and telecommunications industries. Founded in 1959 and headquartered in London, IHS Markit employs approximately 16,000 professionals globally, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from recurring sources.
Minute Media
Series F in 2018
Minute Media is a global technology and content company that focuses on sports and culture. It operates a proprietary platform designed for the creation, distribution, and monetization of digital short-form content. The company owns prominent sports content brands, including The Players' Tribune, FanSided, 90min, and STN Video, and offers content creation tools tailored for leagues, athletes, and professional creators. With a reach of 200 million monthly users, Minute Media supports over 1,500 content creators and collaborates with more than 250 distribution partners across 14 global markets in 10 languages. The company has offices located in New York, London, Tel-Aviv, São Paulo, and Tokyo.
BenevolentAI
Funding Round in 2018
BenevolentAI is a clinical-stage company specializing in AI-enabled drug discovery and development. By leveraging its advanced AI platform alongside scientific expertise and laboratory capabilities, the company aims to create novel drug candidates that demonstrate a higher likelihood of clinical success compared to traditional approaches. The Benevolent Platform supports a robust pipeline that includes over 20 drug programs, encompassing all stages from target discovery to clinical studies. Additionally, BenevolentAI collaborates with major pharmaceutical companies and leading research and charitable institutions to enhance its research efforts. The company is headquartered in London, with research facilities in Cambridge and an office in New York.
CurveGlobal
Venture Round in 2018
CurveGlobal Markets is the brand name of the London Stock Exchange derivatives market.
Nasuni
Venture Round in 2017
Nasuni Corporation is a provider of enterprise cloud file storage solutions, designed to address the challenges associated with the growth of unstructured file data. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in the United Kingdom and North Carolina, Nasuni offers its proprietary Nasuni UniFS, a cloud-native global file system that consolidates and protects file data in an easily expandable cloud infrastructure. This platform serves as a modern replacement for traditional network-attached storage and file server systems, simplifying IT administration by eliminating the need for complex legacy backup and disaster recovery solutions. Nasuni’s services cater to various industries, including architecture, engineering, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services, enabling organizations to efficiently store, share, and access their files from anywhere, whether in the office or remotely.
Skytap
Series E in 2017
Skytap, Inc. specializes in providing cloud-based development and testing environments aimed at migrating and modernizing enterprise applications globally. The company's primary offering, Skytap Cloud, allows for self-service access to production-like environments, facilitating more frequent code testing for development and testing teams. Skytap’s platform supports organizations in transitioning to modern software delivery methods by enabling the rapid migration of traditional workloads to the cloud and fostering the adoption of agile and DevOps practices. This approach helps businesses enhance their application development efficiency and integrate new cloud architectures. Additionally, Skytap provides a range of services including cloud migration, application modernization, training, and strategic consulting. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Skytap also maintains locations in Toronto, Canada, and London, United Kingdom.
Redis
Series D in 2017
Redis is a leading provider of an open-source, in-memory data structure platform that serves as a database, cache, and message broker. Founded in 2011, the company has gained recognition for its ability to enhance application performance through its fast data platform, which offers a variety of data structures, including strings, hashes, lists, and geospatial indexes. Redis's technology enables high availability and efficient data management through built-in replication, Lua scripting, and various persistence options. With a strong international presence across cities such as San Francisco, Austin, London, and Tel Aviv, Redis has supported over 10,000 customers in building and scaling applications. The company is committed to maintaining its open-source roots while providing both cloud and on-premises solutions, thereby setting a new standard for application speed in the digital business landscape.
MediaMath
Debt Financing in 2017
MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.
Tottenham Hotspur
Debt Financing in 2017
Tottenham Hotspur Limited operates the Tottenham Hotspur football club, a prominent professional football team based in London, England. Founded in 1882, the club competes in the Premier League and has a rich history of success, holding numerous titles including eight FA Cup championships, four Football League Cups, and two UEFA Cups. The club is a subsidiary of ENIC Sports Inc. and has established global partnerships to enhance its international appeal and support its commercial activities. Tottenham Hotspur is dedicated to providing an engaging experience for fans and visitors, contributing to both the local community and the global football landscape.
Accel-KKR
Private Equity Round in 2017
Accel-KKR LLC, established in 2000, is a private equity firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Atlanta, Mexico City, and London. The firm specializes in growth capital, debt investment, and middle market investments, with a focus on the technology industry, including software, internet technologies, and IT-enabled services. Accel-KKR invests in buyouts of non-core assets from larger companies, acquisitions and recapitalizations of private companies, and going-private transactions of small public companies. It targets companies with annual revenues between $10 million and $200 million, typically investing between $10 million and $100 million, and prefers to acquire majority ownership positions. The firm's affiliate relationship with Accel Partners and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. provides it with a strong network and extensive industry knowledge.
AppsFlyer
Series C in 2017
AppsFlyer Ltd. is a mobile app measurement platform founded in 2011 and headquartered in Herzliya, Israel, with additional offices worldwide. The company specializes in helping mobile app developers, brands, and advertising agencies measure and optimize their customer acquisition strategies through a real-time analytics dashboard. Its platform integrates with numerous media partners, allowing advertisers to assess and enhance their mobile app promotional campaigns across various channels, including paid, organic, and social media. AppsFlyer offers several key solutions, such as Ad Revenue Attribution, which aids mobile publishers in evaluating user lifetime value by considering diverse revenue sources. The company also provides Agency Transparency for brands to gain insights into their campaigns and Protect360, a robust fraud protection service. With a focus on privacy and user experience, AppsFlyer supports a wide array of applications across platforms like the Apple App Store and Google Play, enabling clients to foster meaningful customer relationships through advanced data analytics and engagement tools.
Axoni
Series A in 2016
Axoni is a technology company that specializes in real-time data replication and distributed ledger software for the financial services industry. Founded in 2017, it serves major financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and market infrastructure firms globally, with offices in New York and London. Axoni's platform facilitates the seamless integration of traditional financial technologies with blockchain systems, offering market information and deep analysis of trends. Its solutions enable rapid deployment of critical financial networks and automate real-time data sharing among market participants, enhancing the management of legal records, lifecycle events, and cash flow calculations.
TraceLink
Series C in 2016
TraceLink, Inc. is a company that specializes in track and trace network solutions for the life sciences supply chain, focusing on the prevention of counterfeit prescription drugs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in North Reading, Massachusetts, TraceLink offers a range of products, including pharmaceutical serialization, drug tracking compliance, and supply network performance solutions. Its notable offerings include the TraceLink Life Sciences Cloud, Smart Rx Manager, and Serialized Product Intelligence, which collectively support compliance with regulations such as the European Union Falsified Medicines Directive. TraceLink serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical companies, wholesale distributors, and re-packagers. The company has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its service offerings. With additional offices in the United Kingdom, India, Singapore, and Brazil, TraceLink operates as a global entity, dedicated to creating integrated business ecosystems that promote agility and resiliency in supply networks.
Persado
Series C in 2016
Persado Inc., established in 2011, specializes in AI-generated marketing language solutions. Headquartered in New York, with offices in San Francisco, Chicago, Europe, and the UK, Persado serves major brands across retail, finance, travel, telecom, and healthcare. Its AI platforms, including Pro Email, Pro Social, and Persado Enterprise, create emotionally resonant language for emails, social ads, and personalized consumer interactions, driving short-term sales and long-term relationships. Persado's solutions have generated over $1.5 billion in incremental revenue for clients like Ally Bank, JPMorgan Chase, and Verizon, demonstrating an average 41% lift in conversion rates.
Qubit
Series C in 2016
Qubit Digital Limited specializes in software solutions that collect and process extensive data sets to enhance online customer experiences. The company develops and licenses technology for web data processing, offering a variety of services including tag management, marketing attribution, customer intelligence, and web personalization. Key offerings include OpenTag, an open-source tag management solution that improves website efficiency, and Qubit Pro, a personalization platform that leverages customer data to influence user behavior. Its customer analytics solutions encompass behavioral attribution and usability labs, while automation tools facilitate web testing and personalized experiences. Qubit serves various sectors, including e-commerce, publishing, and lead generation, with a focus on helping businesses understand and influence customer behavior to drive revenue and improve marketing efficiency. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, Qubit has expanded its presence with offices in major cities across the United States and Europe.
HRA Pharma
Private Equity Round in 2016
HRA Pharma, SA is a pharmaceutical company based in Paris, France, specializing in the development and commercialization of products targeted at women's health and endocrine disorders. Founded in 1996, the company offers a range of reproductive health products such as Norlevo for emergency contraception, Cicatridine for vaginitis, and various hormone replacement therapies. In the endocrine sector, it provides treatments like Lysodren for adrenal cancer and Bemedrex for asthma. HRA Pharma's development pipeline includes promising candidates such as ella/ellaOne, an emergency contraceptive pill, and treatments for uterine fibroids and rare endocrine disorders like Cushing's syndrome. The company markets its products directly in the European Union, including key markets like France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, while also utilizing license agreements for distribution internationally. HRA Pharma operates additional locations in Bochum, London, and New York.
HighQ Solutions
Private Equity Round in 2016
HighQ Solutions Limited is a provider of cloud-based enterprise collaboration and content management software, specifically designed for professional services organizations such as law firms, banks, and corporations. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in London, the company offers a range of products including HighQ Collaborate, a platform that facilitates secure team collaboration and personal productivity accessible from any device. Additionally, HighQ Publisher serves as an integrated solution for digital publishing and content marketing, enhancing content management and user engagement across various channels. The company also offers HighQ Appliance, an integration tool that connects with major document management and client relationship systems. With a client base that includes over 40% of the top 100 global law firms and significant financial institutions, HighQ Solutions combines enterprise-grade security with a user-friendly interface to enable secure information sharing. The company has offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, Amsterdam, and Sydney, along with a development center in Ahmedabad, India.
Perseus
Venture Round in 2015
Perseus, Inc. is a managed services provider specializing in high-speed global networks, colocation, and trading technologies. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, the company serves a diverse international clientele that includes major market makers, banks, exchanges, and Fortune 500 companies. Perseus is known for offering rapid, secure market connectivity, with some of the fastest private routes connecting key financial hubs such as Chicago, New York, London, and Tokyo. The company has received multiple awards for innovation and growth, including recognition in industry lists for its impactful products and services. As of 2017, Perseus operates as a subsidiary of GTT Communications, Inc.
WorldStores
Series D in 2015
WorldStores Limited is a prominent online retailer in the United Kingdom, specializing in a wide range of home and garden products. Established in 2008, the company offers an extensive selection of items, including bedroom furniture, living room furnishings, kitchenware, outdoor products, and DIY supplies. Its catalog features products for various spaces, accommodating various customer needs, from garden furniture and outdoor play items to pet supplies and home décor. WorldStores is recognized for its competitive pricing, exceptional customer service, and flexible delivery options, contributing to its status as a leading e-commerce brand. The company is headquartered in Twickenham, United Kingdom, and operates as a subsidiary of Globe Online Limited.
Persado
Series B in 2015
Persado Inc., established in 2011, specializes in AI-generated marketing language solutions. Headquartered in New York, with offices in San Francisco, Chicago, Europe, and the UK, Persado serves major brands across retail, finance, travel, telecom, and healthcare. Its AI platforms, including Pro Email, Pro Social, and Persado Enterprise, create emotionally resonant language for emails, social ads, and personalized consumer interactions, driving short-term sales and long-term relationships. Persado's solutions have generated over $1.5 billion in incremental revenue for clients like Ally Bank, JPMorgan Chase, and Verizon, demonstrating an average 41% lift in conversion rates.
Revionics
Series D in 2014
Revionics, Inc. is a provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions focused on pricing, promotion, markdown, and space optimization for retailers. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, with additional offices in California, Arizona, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Australia, the company leverages predictive analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance retail pricing practices. Revionics offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including the Revionics Price Suite for pricing strategies, the Promotion Suite for managing promotions from planning to execution, and the Markdown Suite for optimizing inventory and margins. Its advanced analytics services assist retailers in maximizing return on investment across pricing, promotions, and markdowns. The company caters to a diverse array of retail sectors, including food and drug, fashion, sporting goods, health and beauty, and digital commerce. Revionics operates as a subsidiary of Aptos, Inc., providing essential tools for retailers to navigate the complexities of the modern retail environment.
Keap
Series D in 2014
Keap is a software company that specializes in sales and marketing automation solutions tailored for small businesses. Founded in 2001 and based in Chandler, Arizona, Keap offers a comprehensive platform that includes contact management, client management, customer resource management (CRM), email marketing, task management, and e-commerce services. This platform enables users to streamline operations, enhance customer relationships, and automate various business processes, including invoicing and billing. Keap also provides training and support services to help businesses maximize the effectiveness of their software. The company, which was formerly known as Infusionsoft, Inc., rebranded to Keap in January 2019 and has additional offices in Atlanta, San Francisco, Welwyn Garden City in the United Kingdom, and Sydney in Australia.
Lookout
Series F in 2014
Lookout, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in cloud-based technology solutions for mobile security. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in major cities worldwide, Lookout offers a range of products including mobile security apps for both Android and iOS devices. Its solutions encompass Mobile Threat Protection, a Mobile Intelligence Center for real-time threat investigations, and an App Vetting API designed to secure enterprise and commercial app stores. By providing organizations with tools to enable bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies, ensure compliance, and combat advanced mobile threats, Lookout empowers enterprises and individuals to safeguard their sensitive data across devices, applications, networks, and clouds. The company's platform is trusted by various enterprises, government agencies, and millions of consumers, allowing them to manage their data securely and efficiently.
Clarizen
Series F in 2014
Clarizen, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based work collaboration and project management solutions aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Israel, the United Kingdom, and Australia, Clarizen offers a comprehensive suite of tools that include project and resource management, budget and expense management, risk management, and reporting capabilities. The platform facilitates cross-company collaboration through configurable workflow automation and in-context communication, enabling users to manage projects effectively while maintaining visibility at all organizational levels. Clarizen also supports mobile connectivity, allowing users to access project information and collaborate from field locations via its applications for iPhone and Android. The company serves various sectors, including project management, information technology, professional services, and marketing, and provides technical support and educational services to enhance customer experience.
Circle
Series A in 2013
Circle is a financial technology firm established in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, Dublin, London, and Hong Kong. The company leverages blockchain technology to facilitate payments and e-commerce through stablecoins and its Circle Pay platform, streamlining the process of sending money. Circle offers a range of services, including Circle Invest, which allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency assets, and Circle Trade, which provides over-the-counter trading services with access to one of the largest global liquidity pools for digital asset trading, averaging $2 billion in monthly volume. Backed by prominent investors such as Goldman Sachs and Accel Partners, Circle positions itself as a key player in the global internet finance sector, focused on integrating crypto assets into mainstream financial applications.
Hastings Direct
Private Equity Round in 2013
Hastings Direct is a rapidly growing, digitally focused general insurance provider in the UK, offering a wide range of products, including car, van, bike, and home insurance policies. Founded in 1996 in Bexhill-on-Sea, the company has established a strong presence in the market with over 2.2 million customers and a workforce of more than 2,700 employees. Hastings Direct operates through a dual structure, with Hastings Insurance Services Limited managing customer relations, pricing, and product design, while Advantage Insurance Company Limited handles underwriting and claims. The company emphasizes a data-driven approach that allows it to remain agile and competitive, maintaining strong partnerships with major price comparison websites. Hastings Direct is committed to providing straightforward, hassle-free services and prioritizes customer retention through effective digital marketing strategies. The firm is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, ensuring compliance and transparency in its operations.
SugarCRM
Series F in 2013
SugarCRM Inc. is a provider of customer relationship management (CRM) solutions that caters to both small businesses and enterprises globally. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company has expanded its presence with offices in cities such as New York, London, and Sydney, along with operations across various European countries. SugarCRM offers a comprehensive platform that includes applications for sales, marketing, customer support, and campaign management, designed to enhance decision-making and foster stronger customer relationships. The company's innovative CRM solutions are recognized for their user-friendly interface and adaptability, serving a diverse range of sectors including manufacturing, financial services, and insurance. With over 1.5 million users in 120 countries, SugarCRM aims to deliver a personalized and engaging user experience that integrates the simplicity of consumer applications with the functionality needed for effective business processes.
Applied Predictive Technologies
Private Equity Round in 2013
Applied Predictive Technologies, Inc. specializes in cloud-based cause-and-effect analytics software that enables companies to leverage big data for measuring the financial impact of various business initiatives such as pricing, marketing, and operations. The company's offerings include the APT Index, which assists retailers and restaurants in setting performance goals and understanding the effects of national programs, as well as the APT Category Management Insights, which consolidates data for category managers. Other products include the Market Basket Analyzer for analyzing transactional data, the Network Planner for managing capital strategy, and the Space Planning Optimizer to optimize space allocation. Additionally, APT provides Test & Learn solutions for designing and interpreting business experiments. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, finance, and hospitality, with a client roster that features major corporations. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, APT has multiple offices globally, including locations in San Francisco, London, and Tokyo.
Keap
Series C in 2013
Keap is a software company that specializes in sales and marketing automation solutions tailored for small businesses. Founded in 2001 and based in Chandler, Arizona, Keap offers a comprehensive platform that includes contact management, client management, customer resource management (CRM), email marketing, task management, and e-commerce services. This platform enables users to streamline operations, enhance customer relationships, and automate various business processes, including invoicing and billing. Keap also provides training and support services to help businesses maximize the effectiveness of their software. The company, which was formerly known as Infusionsoft, Inc., rebranded to Keap in January 2019 and has additional offices in Atlanta, San Francisco, Welwyn Garden City in the United Kingdom, and Sydney in Australia.
Celoxica
Venture Round in 2012
Celoxica Limited, established in 1996 and headquartered in Abingdon, UK, with additional offices in Chicago and New York, specializes in providing hardware-accelerated market data access and order execution solutions for the global financial services industry. The company offers accelerated market data line handlers, feed handlers, and order access/execution solutions, catering to trading firms engaged in high-frequency trading environments, market making, liquidity provision, algorithmic trading, and smart order routing. Celoxica also serves banks executing various strategies across options and equity markets. Operating as a subsidiary of Celoxica Holdings Plc, the company's client base includes advanced trading community members seeking ultra-low latency services.
CyberArk Software
Venture Round in 2011
CyberArk Software, established in 1999, is a leading global cybersecurity company headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts. It specializes in privileged access management, a critical aspect of identity security, with over half of the Fortune 500 companies as its customers. CyberArk's core offering helps businesses protect their most valuable assets by preventing cyber threats and stopping attack escalation. With around 9,000 customers across diverse industries and a presence in multiple countries, the company has transitioned to a subscription-based revenue model.
Celoxica
Venture Round in 2011
Celoxica Limited, established in 1996 and headquartered in Abingdon, UK, with additional offices in Chicago and New York, specializes in providing hardware-accelerated market data access and order execution solutions for the global financial services industry. The company offers accelerated market data line handlers, feed handlers, and order access/execution solutions, catering to trading firms engaged in high-frequency trading environments, market making, liquidity provision, algorithmic trading, and smart order routing. Celoxica also serves banks executing various strategies across options and equity markets. Operating as a subsidiary of Celoxica Holdings Plc, the company's client base includes advanced trading community members seeking ultra-low latency services.
Datapipe
Private Equity Round in 2008
Datapipe is a provider of managed hosting, cloud services, and data center solutions designed to manage and secure mission-critical IT services. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including cloud computing, infrastructure as a service, platform as a service, colocation, business analytics, database management, e-commerce hosting, email hosting, and data protection. Datapipe serves a diverse array of industries, such as financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, government, and media, enabling clients to optimize both critical and everyday IT operations. With a presence in major global markets, including New York, Silicon Valley, London, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, Datapipe has established itself as a significant player in the technology landscape. The company was recognized in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Cloud Infrastructure as a Service and Web Hosting in 2010, highlighting its commitment to delivering high-quality services.
Blyk
Series B in 2008
Blyk is a mobile media company that collaborates with mobile operators to connect young audiences with brands and services they are interested in. Established in the UK in 2007, Blyk quickly gained recognition as a leader in mobile advertising and audience engagement, known for delivering high response rates and return on investment for advertisers. The company pioneered interactive text and multimedia messaging as an advertising format, effectively leveraging the common behavior of young people who frequently communicate via mobile devices. Blyk's platform offers targeted advertising content through applications and messaging, helping brands enhance their image, strengthen customer relationships, and foster loyalty. The company operates from offices in Helsinki, London, Amsterdam, and Delhi, with strategic partnerships that include major operators like Orange and Vodafone.
Circassia
Series B in 2008
Circassia Group Plc is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, that specializes in the development and commercialization of respiratory products. The company operates through three main segments: NIOX, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and LungFit. Circassia markets NIOX and NIOX VERO, products designed for asthma diagnosis and management, and offers Tudorza and Duaklir for the treatment of COPD. The latter is a fixed-dose combination inhaler that delivers medication for COPD maintenance. Additionally, Circassia is advancing LungFit, a portable system that generates precise amounts of nitric oxide for therapeutic use. The company sells its products directly to specialists in several countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, China, Italy, and Germany, as well as through international partners. Circassia has a collaboration with AstraZeneca for the promotion of Tudorza and Duaklir, along with U.S. and Chinese commercial rights to LungFit. Founded in 2006, Circassia Group Plc was formerly known as Circassia Pharmaceuticals plc until its name change in May 2020.
APX
Venture Round in 2007
APX b.V. operates an exchange for electricity and natural gas markets in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Belgium. It offers market data and a range of indices for use by traders, energy suppliers, and energy-intensive industries, as well as provides trading and clearing services for power and natural gas futures. The company also provides trading, clearing, and notification of within-day and day-ahead gas contracts at the title transfer facility, as well as trading of secondary storage capacity and gas in store at Rough. In addition, it offers third-party services for the clearing and delivery of energy or energy-related products, such as carbon trading and auctioning, as well as over-the-counter clearing services and auction results. Further, the company provides a trading platform for the trading of cleared futures contracts, as well as publishes price and volume indices on a daily basis. The company was founded in 1999 as Amsterdam Power Exchange and later changed its name to APX b.V. in 2004. The company is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands with additional offices in London and Nottingham, the United Kingdom. APX b.V. is a subsidiary of TenneT BV.
CDNetworks
Private Equity Round in 2007
CDNetworks is a leading content delivery platform in the Asia-Pacific region, established in 2000. The company operates over 2,800 global Points of Presence across more than 70 countries, supported by 14 offices and 10 research and development centers in key locations such as the United Kingdom, United States, Singapore, China, Japan, and Korea. CDNetworks focuses on enhancing digital experiences through its Edge as a Service model, which facilitates fast and secure content delivery. Its comprehensive range of products and services includes web performance optimization, media delivery, cloud security, zero trust security, and colocation services. These offerings are designed to provide enterprise clients with a secure, reliable, and high-performing application delivery network, ultimately fostering business innovation.
Codemasters
Venture Round in 2007
Codemasters is a developer and publisher of interactive entertainment products for a global audience across multiple gaming platforms. The company also retains video game rights to FORMULA ONE. F1 2010, the first multi-format high-definition FORMULA ONE racing game released September 2010. In 2009 Codemasters won the coveted Grand Prix Award at the 2009 Develop Industry Excellence Awards, an award bestowed on the company felt by Develop to have contributed the most to the games medium in recent times. Around the world, Codemasters employs over 500 people in development and publishing. They have two development studios in the UK– one at their Warwickshire HQ with a further site in Birmingham. An additional art studio is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In March 2010, Reliance Big Entertainment Ltd. (RBEL), a part of India’s Reliance ADA group, acquired a 50 percent shareholding in the company, alongside existing investor, Balderton Capital, the leading European venture capital firm that first invested in Codemasters in 2005.
Axon Digital
Venture Round in 2007
Axon Digital Design B.V. is a leading provider of professional audio and video equipment primarily serving the broadcast industry. Headquartered in Gilze, the Netherlands, the company develops and manufactures a range of products, including modular interfacing and conversion systems like Synapse, compliance recording systems such as TRACS, and configuration software known as Cortex. In addition to these core offerings, Axon supplies routers, multi-viewers, live production video mixers, and intercom systems, catering to the diverse needs of broadcasters. The company has established a global presence with regional offices in several countries, including Brazil, China, Germany, Russia, the UAE, Singapore, the UK, and the United States, supported by a network of distributors and systems integrators. Since its founding in 1987, Axon has maintained a focus on customer support and product innovation, contributing to its reputation as a trusted partner for broadcasting solutions worldwide. As of May 2020, Axon operates as a subsidiary of EVS Broadcast Equipment SA.
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