The Goldman Sachs Group

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.

Vikas Agrawal

Managing Director and Head of Alternative Energy Investing

Philip Aldis

Partner

Andre Alfaro

Managing Director

Sara Beth Beckmeier

Vice President

Nigel Beslee

Managing Director

Justin Blake

Investment Manager

Alexander Blostein

Managing Director and Senior Analyst, Global Investment Research

Charles Bouckaert

Managing Director

Michael Brandmeyer

Global Co-Head and Co-Chief Investment Officer - External Investing Group

Beat Cabiallavetta

Partner

David Chou

Managing Director

David Cohen-Mintz

Managing Director

Samayita Das

Vice President

Adam Dawson

Managing Director

Brian DeCenzo

Managing Director, TMT / Internet Banking — Investment Banking Division

Joseph DiSabato

Managing Director, Enterprise Technology

Nicholas Dier

Vice President

Nicola Dondi

Managing Director

Dominique Dorlipo

Managing Director, France Country Head

Benjamin Ferguson

Managing Director, Co-Head of Japan and Head of Client and Business Management

Wolfgang Fink

CEO, Germany and Austria

Adam French

Vice President

Sebastien Gagnon

Managing Director

Wesley Garrett

Growth Equity Investor

Clare Greenan

Vice President, Financial Technology

Ashwin Gupta

Managing Director

Brendon Hardin

Vice President, Enterprise Technology

James Hayward

Managing Director of Growth Equity

Harold Hope III

Partner and Managing Director

Erdit Hoxha

Partner

Stephanie Hui

Partner

Graham Hurtt

Vice President, Technology and Services Investment Banking

Russ Hutchinson

COO of Global M&A

Gaurav Jaitly

Managing Director

Michael Kondoleon

Managing Director

Jason Kreuziger

Managing Director, Enterprise Technology

Simon Kubbies

Managing Director

Aaron Lamshed

Head of equity capital markets in Australia and New Zealand

Kirk A. Lepke

Managing Director

Alexander Lippert

Managing Director, Enterprise Technology

Cedric Lucas

Managing Director

Lyla Maduri

Managing Director

Jade Mandel

Vice President, Growth Equity

Joshua Matheus

Managing Director

Mathew McDermott

Managing Director

Masanori Mochida

President of Goldman Sachs Japan

Niladri Mukhopadhyay

Managing Director

Antoine Munfa

Managing Director, Healthcare Technology

Scott Myers

Managing Director

Harsh Nanda

Partner

Jason Nassof

Vice President

Richard Norton

Fund Manager, Managing Director and Head of France Private Equity

Paul Pate

Managing Director, Financial Technology

Ben Payne

Managing Director

Jeff Possick

Managing Director

Nikhil Reddy

Managing Director, Asset Management Division

Ben Reiber

Vice President

Michael Reilly

Vice President, Enterprise Technology

Josh Richardson

Managing Director

Max Ritter

Managing Director

Ronald Rolighed

Managing Director

Simon Rothery

CEO

Christian Von Schimmelmann

Managing Director, Global Co-Head Petershill Group, Co-Chairman GP Strategies Investment Committee

Brady Schuck

Managing Director

Peter Seccia

Managing Director

Greg Shell

Head Managing, Inclusive Growth Strategy Partner

Sarah Shenton

Vice President in the Merchant Banking Division

Andrew Sickinger

Vice President, M&A

Gavin Simms

Managing Director

Matt Singer

Vice President

Pankaj Soni

Managing Director

Rajat Sood

Managing Director

Stephen Branton Speak

Partner and Managing Director

John Stevenson

Vice President

Ram Sundaram

Partner

Alex Tishakov

Analyst, Investment Banking Division

Samuel Villegas

President and CEO of Goldman Sachs

Letitia Ferrier Webster

Managing Director, Chief Sustainability Officer, Merchant Banking Division

Kevin Xu

Managing Director, Asia Pacific Healthcare and Life Sciences Investing

Kaixun Zhang

Managing Director

Teresa Mattamouros

Managing Director, Asset and Wealth Management (Infrastructure Fund)

Tanner Mahoney

Vice President

Ben Fife

Vice President - GS Growth

Past deals in Business Development

Econic Partners

Seed Round in 2025
Econic Partners is a specialized consulting firm that provides comprehensive economic, financial, and econometric analysis to a diverse range of clients, including corporations, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and law firms. The company's expertise lies in assisting these entities with high-stakes legal and regulatory matters, offering expert testimony, strategic insights, and rigorous data-driven analysis on complex issues such as competition, policy, litigation, and finance. This enables clients to navigate intricate challenges and make well-informed decisions.

Tishman Speyer Properties

Debt Financing in 2025
Tishman Speyer is a prominent real estate developer, owner, and investor with a focus on high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties in major cities around the globe. The company is recognized for its expertise in property development and management, ensuring efficient operations while prioritizing tenant satisfaction. Tishman Speyer engages a diverse range of global investors, including institutions and private equity, to raise and invest capital for its projects. Through its strategic approach, Tishman Speyer has established a significant presence in the real estate sector, contributing to urban development and revitalization in key markets.

Burges Salmon

Debt Financing in 2024
Burges Salmon is a prominent law firm based in Bristol, United Kingdom, established in 1841. The firm specializes in providing legal advisory services across a diverse range of sectors, including energy, transport, food, farming, and real estate. Its expertise encompasses various legal disciplines, such as commercial law, corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and intellectual property. Burges Salmon also offers guidance on joint ventures, partnerships, private wealth management, and public sector matters. Additionally, the firm serves clients in industries such as financial services, healthcare, and information technology, making it a versatile player in the legal landscape.

Hilton Grand Vacations

Post in 2024
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. is a timeshare company that develops, markets, and operates vacation ownership resorts primarily under the Hilton Grand Vacations brand. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the company operates in two main segments: Real Estate Sales and Financing, and Resort Operations and Club Management. It offers vacation ownership intervals, manages resorts, and operates a points-based vacation club that serves approximately 326,000 members. In addition to selling vacation ownership interests, Hilton Grand Vacations provides financing for consumer purchases and engages in the rental of inventory made available through ownership exchanges. The company boasts a portfolio of 59 resorts with over 9,500 units across popular destinations, including the Hawaiian Islands, New York City, Orlando, and Las Vegas. Hilton Grand Vacations also offers various services to enhance the vacation experience, such as exchange programs and on-site management services for club resorts.

Fruitist

Debt Financing in 2024
AgroVision is a producer, packer, and shipper of fruits and vegetables, operating farms primarily in Peru to serve global markets. The company specializes in cultivating a variety of crops, including blueberries, table grapes, asparagus, and avocados. By working closely with local communities, AgroVision ensures a consistent supply of fresh produce throughout the year, meeting the demands of its clients worldwide.

Apex Group

Debt Financing in 2024
Apex Group is a global financial services provider headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda, founded in 2003. It offers a comprehensive range of services to asset managers, capital markets, private clients, and family offices. By continually evolving its capabilities, Apex has established itself as a single-source solution in the industry, providing services that include fund administration, digital onboarding, depositary and custody services, and business services such as human resources and payroll. The company also offers innovative ESG Ratings and Advisory services tailored for private companies. With a strong global presence, Apex Group is committed to meeting the diverse needs of its clients through a broad spectrum of products and services.

FMX

Venture Round in 2024
FMX is committed to providing best-in-class solutions that satisfy all of our clients' needs.

Simetrik

Series B in 2024
Simetrik INC is a company based in Bogotá, Colombia, specialized in providing verification services for transactional data. Founded in 2017, it offers big data solutions that enhance financial control and automate processes for corporate clients. Simetrik's platform enables businesses to reconcile diverse sources of information, regardless of their origin or format, ensuring accuracy and reducing operational costs. Utilizing a No Code/Low Code approach, the company empowers finance and operations teams to customize and maintain automated solutions across various use cases and geographic locations. With a robust, secure big data infrastructure, Simetrik manages high data volumes, mitigating compliance and reputational risks. The company processes $75 billion in total payment volume annually and serves a notable client base, which includes major financial entities like Mercado Pago and Bancolombia.

Simetrik

Series B in 2024
Simetrik INC is a company based in Bogotá, Colombia, specialized in providing verification services for transactional data. Founded in 2017, it offers big data solutions that enhance financial control and automate processes for corporate clients. Simetrik's platform enables businesses to reconcile diverse sources of information, regardless of their origin or format, ensuring accuracy and reducing operational costs. Utilizing a No Code/Low Code approach, the company empowers finance and operations teams to customize and maintain automated solutions across various use cases and geographic locations. With a robust, secure big data infrastructure, Simetrik manages high data volumes, mitigating compliance and reputational risks. The company processes $75 billion in total payment volume annually and serves a notable client base, which includes major financial entities like Mercado Pago and Bancolombia.

Fleximize

Debt Financing in 2023
Fleximize is a UK-based alternative business lender established in 2013 by Peter Tuvey. The company provides small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with access to flexible funding options ranging from £5,000 to £500,000, with terms extending from one to sixty months. Fleximize's funding solutions are designed to accommodate the diverse needs of businesses across various sectors, including professional services and hospitality. Each financing facility features flexible terms such as repayment holidays, top-ups, and no early repayment fees. To ensure personalized service, each client is assigned a dedicated relationship manager who collaborates with them to create a tailored funding package that aligns with their specific growth plans.

BitGo

Series C in 2023
BitGo, Inc. is a digital asset financial services company specializing in security, custody, and liquidity solutions for cryptocurrency. Founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, BitGo provides a multi-signature security platform that caters to both individual users and institutions. Its offerings include an online Bitcoin wallet, a robust enterprise solution for corporations and financial institutions, and a Key Recovery Service for the secure management of private keys. The platform supports over 200 cryptocurrencies and facilitates secure transactions for exchanges, marketplaces, and e-commerce businesses. Additionally, BitGo launched BitGo Custody and the BitGo Trust Company, which serve as qualified custodians for digital assets. With a customer base spanning more than 50 countries and over $2 billion in assets under management, BitGo is positioned to help businesses integrate digital currencies into their financial systems effectively. The company also has custodial entities located in Switzerland and Germany.

Tata Power Delhi Distribution

Grant in 2023
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL) is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. The company operates as a power distribution entity serving residents in the northern and northwestern regions of Delhi, India. It employs advanced distribution management systems and technologies to ensure a reliable power supply, offering a 24/7 integrated helpline and a mobile application for easy access on both iOS and Android platforms. Tata Power-DDL also provides a bilingual website and multiple payment options, facilitating seamless transactions for its customers. Moreover, the company offers end-to-end online services for new connections and consultancy services in areas such as change management and technology, streamlining the process for consumers seeking electricity connections.

Bitwise Industries

Series C in 2023
Bitwise Industries Inc. is a technology ecosystem company based in Fresno, California, focused on enhancing the local technology landscape. Established in 2013, the company operates Geekwise Academy, which provides accelerated coding education aimed at individuals of all ages, particularly from marginalized backgrounds. In addition to educational services, Bitwise Industries runs a custom software development firm, Shift3 Technologies, that connects experienced developers with entry-level programmers to create software solutions. The company also fosters community and collaboration by developing tech venues and co-working spaces that serve as hubs for technologists and technology companies. Through these initiatives, Bitwise Industries aims to empower individuals with vital tech skills and create pathways to meaningful careers in the technology sector.

Solar capital

Private Equity Round in 2022
Solar Capital is a closed-end investment company that operates as a business development company under the Investment Company Act of 1940. It is externally managed and aims to be taxed as a regulated investment company. The firm focuses on providing direct lending solutions, specializing in senior secured financing for market companies. Solar Capital offers a variety of debt financing options to support working capital, acquisitions, refinancing, and growth capital needs. Through its strategic approach, the company seeks to address the financial requirements of businesses while managing investments effectively.

RippleMatch

Series B in 2022
RippleMatch Inc. is an online recruiting services company founded in 2015 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in recruitment automation, aiming to transform how Generation Z finds employment by streamlining the job search process. By replacing traditional job boards with a matching system powered by artificial intelligence, RippleMatch simplifies recruitment for both job seekers and employers. The platform helps early-career candidates secure employment after college while enabling employers to build diverse, high-performing teams. Leading organizations, including Amazon and Teach For America, utilize RippleMatch to enhance their recruitment efforts and connect with top talent across the country.

Chatterbox

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Chatterbox is a corporate language learning platform that connects professionals seeking language skills with native-speaking coaches who share similar professional backgrounds and interests. The platform enhances the learning experience by allowing users to practice actively with tutors, many of whom are displaced professionals currently underutilized in the job market. Chatterbox offers tutoring in various languages, including Arabic, French, Mandarin, and Spanish, and focuses on improving communication and cultural intelligence within corporate settings. The company aims to deliver effective language training that equips employees with the necessary business vocabulary to achieve professional fluency, resulting in high course completion rates. Co-founded by a former refugee and a Y Combinator alum, Chatterbox is supported by prominent investors.

Selina Finance

Debt Financing in 2022
Selina Finance Limited is a digital finance company based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2018. It offers innovative financing solutions for consumers and businesses, focusing on providing affordable credit options. By leveraging residential property as collateral, Selina Finance enables homeowners to access a flexible line of credit without the burden of setup or early repayment fees. The company's platform allows individuals to check their loan eligibility and draw funds up to a pre-approved limit, making the financing process as straightforward as applying for a consumer loan. Selina Finance aims to address the unmet needs of homeowners, who often rely on expensive borrowing methods, by offering a product that combines the flexibility of a current account with the affordability of a mortgage.

PLACE

Series A in 2021
PLACE is a real estate platform that provides technology and services specifically designed for top-tier real estate agents, teams, and brokerages. The company offers a comprehensive suite of software and business services, including administrative support, marketing, lead generation, accounting, legal assistance, human resources, back-office infrastructure, and training. By streamlining operations, PLACE enables real estate professionals and their staff to significantly reduce their daily tasks, allowing them to focus more on client interactions and building lasting relationships with consumers throughout their real estate journeys. The platform aims to enhance overall consumer experiences by supporting agents in facilitating buyers and sellers effectively.

Cyclone Robotics

Series C in 2021
Cyclone Robotics is a Chinese company specializing in the development and sale of artificial intelligence software products known as digital employees. These products are designed to enhance operational efficiency across various industries, including finance, insurance, retail, healthcare, and technology. By providing enterprises with digital labor, Cyclone Robotics helps improve business operations, reduce personnel and system construction costs, and streamline processes. The company holds independent copyrights and intellectual property rights for its software, which has been successfully implemented in notable organizations such as large state-owned banks, foreign home appliance companies, and listed technology firms. Cyclone Robotics is recognized for being a pioneer in delivering industry-specific solutions based on its digital employee technology, earning widespread acclaim from its clients.

Sabre Corporation

Post in 2020
Sabre Corporation, established in 1960, is a global technology provider to the travel and tourism industry. It operates three primary businesses: Sabre Travel Network, Sabre Airline Solutions, and Sabre Hospitality Solutions. Sabre Travel Network serves as a business-to-business marketplace, connecting travel suppliers like airlines, hotels, and car rentals with travel buyers such as agencies and corporate travel departments. Sabre Airline Solutions offers a suite of software products and services to airlines, including reservation systems and operations management tools. Sabre Hospitality Solutions provides software and services to hoteliers, including central reservation systems and property management solutions. Sabre's technology processes a significant volume of travel spending and system messages annually, contributing to its status as a leading player in the global distribution system industry. The company is headquartered in Southlake, Texas, with a presence in approximately 60 countries worldwide.

Vatika

Debt Financing in 2020
Vatika Group is a prominent real estate developer based in Gurugram, India, recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation in the industry. The company specializes in building and selling a diverse range of properties, including residential homes, schools, hotels, restaurants, retail spaces, commercial properties, and business centers. In addition to development, Vatika offers related services such as property leasing, marketing, and facility management, catering to the comprehensive needs of its clients in real estate and hospitality. By focusing on creating environments that enhance the quality of life, Vatika aims to provide spaces that support personal and professional growth, fostering connections and facilitating the pursuit of individual aspirations.

INFORICH

Venture Round in 2019
INFORICH is optimizing the world's information and developing global inbound and outbound businesses.

WeWork

Debt Financing in 2019
WeWork is a global commercial real estate company that transforms buildings into collaborative workspaces, catering to a wide range of clients from freelancers to Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 2010, it provides flexible, serviced office spaces along with infrastructure, services, and technology to foster productivity and creativity. With over 20,000 members worldwide, WeWork aims to create a community where people can work to make a life, not just a living. Its revenue streams include membership fees for office space access and additional billings for ancillary services. WeWork also operates WeWork Labs, a platform supporting early-stage startups, and has a presence in China and India through its subsidiaries.

Eigen Technologies

Series B in 2019
Eigen Technologies Limited is a company that specializes in intelligent document processing and natural language processing technology. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in New York, Eigen develops software that utilizes machine learning algorithms to extract and analyze data from complex documents. By recognizing patterns in text, Eigen's platform enables clients in the finance, law, and professional services sectors to efficiently retrieve specific information, automate processes, and adapt to regulatory requirements. The technology supports better decision-making by transforming unstructured data into actionable insights, while ensuring data security. Eigen serves notable clients, including major financial institutions, and is trusted by a significant portion of global systemically important banks to address their document and data challenges.

DataX

Venture Round in 2019
DataX is a business that specializes in providing an integrated digital marketing platform known as B-dash, developed by from scratch Co., Ltd. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers a range of services including support for business strategy planning, new business development, analytical services, and business process construction. B-dash is notable for its ability to accumulate and utilize vast amounts of data, featuring 32 million unique customer IDs and a significant financial data component amounting to 92 billion yen. The platform's capabilities are enhanced through strategic partnerships, including a notable contract with KKR and Goldman Sachs in 2019, which underscores its importance in the IT and marketing sectors.

Liqui.do

Debt Financing in 2019
Liqui.do is a B2B platform dedicated to enhancing the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by offering access to quality equipment through an automated leasing service. The company specializes in a diverse range of equipment, including computers, forklifts, audio-visual gear, textiles, gym equipment, hotel supplies, dental tools, and construction machinery. Liqui.do streamlines the leasing process, allowing small businesses to apply online and receive funding decisions within seconds, without the need for extensive documentation. This fully automated underwriting process ensures that eligible customers can secure the equipment they need quickly and efficiently, promoting sustainability by preventing waste associated with unused or obsolete equipment.

B&B Hotels

Acquisition in 2019
B&B Hotels, established in 1990 in Brittany, France, operates a chain of economy hotels positioned at the high end of the budget segment. The company focuses on delivering high-quality accommodations at competitive prices, catering to both business and leisure travelers. With a portfolio of 223 hotels across France, Germany, and Italy, B&B Hotels provides a total of 16,162 rooms. The company emphasizes quality in hotel development, utilizing premium construction materials and offering spacious family suites equipped with full bathrooms. Guests can enjoy generous all-you-can-eat breakfast buffets and complimentary, unlimited WiFi access. Additionally, B&B Hotels provides facilities for dining and corporate meetings, making it suitable for business clientele and training events.

Judo Bank

Debt Financing in 2019
Judo Bank is an Australian financial institution dedicated to serving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Recognizing the significance of SMEs in the Australian economy, Judo offers a range of lending products, including business loans, equipment finance, lines of credit, and home loans, specifically designed to meet the unique needs of these businesses. The bank prioritizes relationship-based banking, enabling customers to engage directly with empowered decision-makers who evaluate applications based on individual merits rather than rigid processes. This personalized approach fosters strong relationships, allowing Judo to tailor financial solutions that align with each client's specific circumstances. With a focus on integrity and practical banking, Judo aims to provide the support that many SMEs have traditionally lacked, leveraging both experience in high-level banking and the agility of a more specialized institution.

Zipwhip

Series D in 2019
Zipwhip, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that operates a cloud-based texting platform, enabling businesses in the United States and Canada to text-enable their existing landline and toll-free phone numbers. Founded in 2007, Zipwhip provides a solution that allows small and mid-sized businesses, such as auto repair shops, dentists, and beauty salons, to enhance customer service and drive sales through two-way text conversations. The platform facilitates effective communication by allowing customers the option to text or call, thereby increasing engagement and productivity. With a focus on modernizing customer interactions, Zipwhip supports various sectors, including foodservice, staffing agencies, and public services, by enabling them to handle inquiries, schedule appointments, send reminders, and take orders via text messaging.

Capify UK

Debt Financing in 2019
Capify UK is a provider of business finance specifically designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the United Kingdom. Utilizing an innovative online technology platform, Capify disrupts traditional business loan models by offering loans of up to £50,000, with repayments tailored to align with the average turnover of each business. This approach allows for flexibility that supports a company's cash flow. In addition to straightforward business loans, Capify also offers services such as merchant cash advances, working capital funding, and equipment financing, ensuring that clients have access to the necessary resources to sustain and grow their operations. Qualified applicants can receive funds directly in their business bank accounts within days, facilitating quick access to capital when needed.

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. Second Home's spaces foster collaboration and creativity, hosting a variety of cultural events and providing a supportive environment for diverse industries and disciplines.

Tradeshift

Series E in 2018
Tradeshift is a global cloud-based business network that connects buyers and suppliers, streamlining supply chain processes. Founded in 2009, the company offers a suite of services including eProcurement, AP automation, risk management, seller engagement, and payment solutions. Tradeshift's platform enables businesses to connect with their suppliers digitally, facilitating early payment discounts, risk mitigation, and the elimination of manual processes. With a presence in multiple countries, Tradeshift operates as a subsidiary of Tradeshift Holdings Inc. and also has an innovation lab, Tradeshift Frontiers, dedicated to exploring emerging technologies for B2B commerce and global supply chain transformation.

Bond Street

Acquisition in 2017
Bond Street is a startup focused on transforming small business lending through technology, data, and design. Small business owners are the foundation for growth in the economy, and yet today’s banking system has left them behind. It is building a better future where access to financing is simple, transparent, and fair. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

WeWork

Series A in 2017
WeWork is a global commercial real estate company that transforms buildings into collaborative workspaces, catering to a wide range of clients from freelancers to Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 2010, it provides flexible, serviced office spaces along with infrastructure, services, and technology to foster productivity and creativity. With over 20,000 members worldwide, WeWork aims to create a community where people can work to make a life, not just a living. Its revenue streams include membership fees for office space access and additional billings for ancillary services. WeWork also operates WeWork Labs, a platform supporting early-stage startups, and has a presence in China and India through its subsidiaries.

Kensho Technologies

Series B in 2017
Kensho Technologies, Inc. is a provider of advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data visualization systems tailored for global banks and investment institutions. The company develops Kensho Financial Analytics Software, which delivers scalable analytical solutions to enhance decision-making within commercial entities. Kensho's offerings also include the Kensho Applied Mind, a sophisticated AI software that enables natural language processing to address complex financial inquiries in plain English. Additionally, Kensho operates a national security division known as Koto. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Kensho has expanded its presence with offices in New York, McLean, and Pacific Palisades. As of April 2018, Kensho Technologies operates as a subsidiary of S&P Global Inc.

Fundation

Debt Financing in 2016
Fundation Group LLC, established in 2011 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializes in developing and providing a digital credit lending platform. This platform connects financial institutions with small businesses, facilitating access to working capital and growth capital. Fundation partners with banks and other institutions, offering outsourced lending and referral programs, along with point-of-sale financing solutions. The company's mission is to empower the small business economy by enabling critical institutions to better serve their small business clients through technology and advanced analytics.

SAMHI Hotels

Private Equity Round in 2016
SAMHI Hotels is a prominent hotel asset company in India, specializing in the development, acquisition, and ownership of branded hotels. With a portfolio that spans key markets across the country, SAMHI focuses on locations with high barriers to entry and significant unmet demand. The company is distinguished by its diverse range of well-recognized hotel brands, including Courtyard by Marriott, Hyatt Place, and Four Points by Sheraton, which benefit from strong global distribution, loyalty programs, and corporate relationships. Founded by Ashish Jakhanwala and Manav Thadani, both of whom possess extensive experience in the hospitality sector, SAMHI has attracted major global hotel operators as partners, including Marriott and Accor. This strategic collaboration enhances the company's ability to operate effectively within the competitive landscape of Indian hospitality. With a rapidly growing portfolio and a unique combination of world-class management and investment, SAMHI Hotels has established itself as a leading institutional multi-branded hotel ownership company in India.

Bracket Computing

Series C in 2015
Bracket Computing, based in Mountain View, California, develops software designed to enhance workload isolation and security for enterprises operating in hybrid cloud environments. The company's solution includes crypto-enforced micro-segmentation with always-on encryption of data at rest and in motion, utilizing customer-controlled keys. Additionally, it offers data and runtime integrity monitoring, along with auditability and forensic capabilities that capture memory during breaches. Founded in 2011, Bracket Computing aims to reimagine enterprise computing through radical innovation, providing a secure platform that empowers IT departments to maintain speed and agility while protecting against malware, malicious insiders, and operational errors.

Motif

Series E in 2015
Motif is a digital brokerage firm that offers thematic investing solutions tailored for individuals and financial advisors. Founded in 2015, the company initially operated as an agency focused on accelerating growth for luxury lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and wellness brands. Motif specializes in delivering effective marketing strategies and personalized customer experiences, understanding the challenges businesses face when their eCommerce strategies do not effectively communicate their brand message. By prioritizing the unique needs of direct-to-consumer and retail companies, Motif distinguishes itself from larger creative agencies that may offer one-size-fits-all solutions. The firm aims to optimize financial strategies for both individual clients and institutional investors, ensuring that they fully capitalize on their investment opportunities.

Vatika

Private Equity Round in 2014
Vatika Group is a prominent real estate developer based in Gurugram, India, recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation in the industry. The company specializes in building and selling a diverse range of properties, including residential homes, schools, hotels, restaurants, retail spaces, commercial properties, and business centers. In addition to development, Vatika offers related services such as property leasing, marketing, and facility management, catering to the comprehensive needs of its clients in real estate and hospitality. By focusing on creating environments that enhance the quality of life, Vatika aims to provide spaces that support personal and professional growth, fostering connections and facilitating the pursuit of individual aspirations.

Kensho Technologies

Series A in 2014
Kensho Technologies, Inc. is a provider of advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data visualization systems tailored for global banks and investment institutions. The company develops Kensho Financial Analytics Software, which delivers scalable analytical solutions to enhance decision-making within commercial entities. Kensho's offerings also include the Kensho Applied Mind, a sophisticated AI software that enables natural language processing to address complex financial inquiries in plain English. Additionally, Kensho operates a national security division known as Koto. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Kensho has expanded its presence with offices in New York, McLean, and Pacific Palisades. As of April 2018, Kensho Technologies operates as a subsidiary of S&P Global Inc.

WeWork

Series D in 2014
WeWork is a global commercial real estate company that transforms buildings into collaborative workspaces, catering to a wide range of clients from freelancers to Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 2010, it provides flexible, serviced office spaces along with infrastructure, services, and technology to foster productivity and creativity. With over 20,000 members worldwide, WeWork aims to create a community where people can work to make a life, not just a living. Its revenue streams include membership fees for office space access and additional billings for ancillary services. WeWork also operates WeWork Labs, a platform supporting early-stage startups, and has a presence in China and India through its subsidiaries.

Al Hamra Real Estate Development

Debt Financing in 2014
Al Hamra Real Estate Development is a leading real estate developer in the Middle East. It has established itself as a significant masterplanner in the UAE with world-class iconic destinations such as Al Hamra Village and won prestigious accolades at the International Property Awards, which is a symbol of excellence throughout the global industry.

Motif

Series D in 2014
Motif is a digital brokerage firm that offers thematic investing solutions tailored for individuals and financial advisors. Founded in 2015, the company initially operated as an agency focused on accelerating growth for luxury lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and wellness brands. Motif specializes in delivering effective marketing strategies and personalized customer experiences, understanding the challenges businesses face when their eCommerce strategies do not effectively communicate their brand message. By prioritizing the unique needs of direct-to-consumer and retail companies, Motif distinguishes itself from larger creative agencies that may offer one-size-fits-all solutions. The firm aims to optimize financial strategies for both individual clients and institutional investors, ensuring that they fully capitalize on their investment opportunities.

Motif

Series C in 2013
Motif is a digital brokerage firm that offers thematic investing solutions tailored for individuals and financial advisors. Founded in 2015, the company initially operated as an agency focused on accelerating growth for luxury lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and wellness brands. Motif specializes in delivering effective marketing strategies and personalized customer experiences, understanding the challenges businesses face when their eCommerce strategies do not effectively communicate their brand message. By prioritizing the unique needs of direct-to-consumer and retail companies, Motif distinguishes itself from larger creative agencies that may offer one-size-fits-all solutions. The firm aims to optimize financial strategies for both individual clients and institutional investors, ensuring that they fully capitalize on their investment opportunities.

OnDeck

Debt Financing in 2012
OnDeck is a technology-enabled financial platform founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York City. The company specializes in providing loan financing to small and medium-sized businesses, addressing the challenges they face in accessing capital. OnDeck employs proprietary software to analyze operational data from businesses, utilizing algorithms to determine loan eligibility based on actual performance rather than just personal credit scores. This innovative approach allows OnDeck to deliver a range of financing options, including short-term and unsecured loans, thereby enabling small businesses to secure the funds they need quickly and effectively. By focusing on performance-based assessments, OnDeck fills a critical gap in the market, offering credit solutions that traditional banks may not provide.

Fluid

Venture Round in 2012
Fluid Inc. is a digital shopping innovator that specializes in creating engaging online shopping experiences for brands. The company focuses on eCommerce and direct-to-consumer businesses, providing services such as online product configuration and customization, as well as social media strategies and campaigns. Fluid also offers an interactive merchandising suite designed to enhance customer engagement, drive conversion, and foster brand loyalty. Its diverse clientele includes both mass-market retailers and luxury brands, with notable customers like Sears, Benefit Cosmetics, and The North Face. By combining design and development expertise, Fluid aims to make the shopping experience more vivid, intuitive, and enjoyable.

eHi Car Rental

Series C in 2010
eHi Car Services Limited is a leading car rental platform in China, established in 2006 and headquartered in Shanghai. The company provides a wide range of car rental services to individual consumers and corporate clients across the country, operating more than 500 outlets in over 80 cities. eHi specializes in both self-drive and chauffeured car services, which include airport pickups, inter-office transfers, and transportation for events such as conventions and promotional tours. The company has become a preferred choice for business travelers and urban professionals, boasting a client base that includes numerous Fortune 500 companies across various industries, including energy, education, and finance. eHi's advanced vehicle management system enhances its service efficiency, allowing it to cater effectively to the diverse needs of its clientele.

Spring Global

Series D in 2010
Spring Global is a developer of an artificial intelligence platform that provides insights and tools aimed at helping businesses grow revenue and increase market share, particularly within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. The company offers a customizable mobile system that enhances business processes and boosts real-time productivity. By leveraging Big Data analytics, Spring Global enables clients to make informed decisions, optimize their field sales efforts, and improve customer interactions. The platform's Command Center consolidates these capabilities into a single dashboard, allowing organizations to gain actionable insights and enhance their operations. Through its innovative solutions, Spring Global aims to support field teams in maximizing their effectiveness and eliminating inefficiencies.

Jingle Networks

Series D in 2009
Jingle Networks is a prominent provider of advertising and technology solutions focused on voice and mobile business search. The company connects businesses with consumers ready to transact by leveraging a robust new media channel within the growing business search market. Jingle Networks offers tailored solutions for carriers, network operators, advertising agencies, brand marketers, and small businesses. Its services enable thousands of national brands and local businesses to utilize brief in-call audio or text advertisements to attract new customers during phone calls or online searches. The company's innovative technology has made it a preferred choice for network operators and telecom carriers. Jingle Networks is also known for creating the free directory assistance service 1-800-FREE411, allowing consumers to obtain phone numbers without charge. This service is funded by short, targeted advertising messages that play while the caller waits for information. Founded by experienced professionals in advertising and technology, Jingle Networks continues to deliver effective solutions for building brand awareness and maximizing business search outcomes.

Inveshare

Series B in 2008
Inveshare, Inc. is a company that specializes in shareholder material delivery and communication services for broker-dealers and institutional investors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in New York, with additional operations in Alpharetta, Georgia, Inveshare offers a range of solutions including proxy delivery, prospectus distribution, mutual fund communications, and corporate actions notifications. The company provides advanced technology for both traditional and electronic methods of proxy voting and delivery, ensuring compliance and effective communication for its clients. Its offerings cater to various stakeholders, including banks, brokerage firms, public companies, and proxy advisors, facilitating efficient and responsive shareholder engagement. Inveshare was previously known as Swingvote, Inc. before rebranding in December 2008.

LinkedIn

Series D in 2008
LinkedIn is a global business-to-business platform that facilitates professional networking and career development. It connects professionals worldwide, offering solutions for talent acquisition, marketing, and sales, along with premium subscriptions. The company's diversified revenue model supports both individuals and businesses in achieving their professional goals.

Spring Global

Series C in 2008
Spring Global is a developer of an artificial intelligence platform that provides insights and tools aimed at helping businesses grow revenue and increase market share, particularly within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. The company offers a customizable mobile system that enhances business processes and boosts real-time productivity. By leveraging Big Data analytics, Spring Global enables clients to make informed decisions, optimize their field sales efforts, and improve customer interactions. The platform's Command Center consolidates these capabilities into a single dashboard, allowing organizations to gain actionable insights and enhance their operations. Through its innovative solutions, Spring Global aims to support field teams in maximizing their effectiveness and eliminating inefficiencies.

Blyk

Series B in 2008
Blyk is a mobile media company that partners with mobile operators to connect young consumers with brands through targeted advertising. Established in the UK in 2007, Blyk has gained recognition as a leader in mobile advertising and audience engagement, known for its innovative use of interactive text and multimedia messaging. By leveraging the everyday behavior of young people, who frequently send and receive messages on their phones, Blyk allows them to engage with brands in a familiar manner. The company's platform enhances customer retention by delivering tailored advertising content, helping brands improve their image and build customer loyalty. Blyk operates from offices in Helsinki, London, Amsterdam, and Delhi, and maintains strategic partnerships with major mobile operators, including Orange and Vodafone.

Jingle Networks

Series C in 2008
Jingle Networks is a prominent provider of advertising and technology solutions focused on voice and mobile business search. The company connects businesses with consumers ready to transact by leveraging a robust new media channel within the growing business search market. Jingle Networks offers tailored solutions for carriers, network operators, advertising agencies, brand marketers, and small businesses. Its services enable thousands of national brands and local businesses to utilize brief in-call audio or text advertisements to attract new customers during phone calls or online searches. The company's innovative technology has made it a preferred choice for network operators and telecom carriers. Jingle Networks is also known for creating the free directory assistance service 1-800-FREE411, allowing consumers to obtain phone numbers without charge. This service is funded by short, targeted advertising messages that play while the caller waits for information. Founded by experienced professionals in advertising and technology, Jingle Networks continues to deliver effective solutions for building brand awareness and maximizing business search outcomes.

Mellon Ventures

Acquisition in 2007
Mellon Ventures, now known as Navigation Capital Partners, was a venture capital firm that focused on later-stage growth investments and buyouts. The firm operated through three primary groups: Financial and Business Services, Growth and Buyouts, and Technology. In the realm of Financial and Business Services, Mellon Ventures concentrated on the financial services industry, emphasizing areas such as trade cycle processing, asset management, treasury management, information services, application services, transaction-based services, and professional services and outsourcing. The firm typically targeted companies with revenues exceeding $3 million for its investments. However, it is important to note that Mellon Ventures is no longer actively tracked in the investment landscape, as its deals are not listed under its current name.

USI Holding

Acquisition in 2007
USI is a leader in insurance brokerage and consulting. With more than 4,000 dedicated, experienced and innovative professionals in more than 140 offices across the United States, they have a team of professionals nearby ready to serve you. USI Insurance Services leverages the USI ONE Advantage to deliver risk management and benefit solutions with bottom-line financial impact.

Jingle Networks

Series C in 2006
Jingle Networks is a prominent provider of advertising and technology solutions focused on voice and mobile business search. The company connects businesses with consumers ready to transact by leveraging a robust new media channel within the growing business search market. Jingle Networks offers tailored solutions for carriers, network operators, advertising agencies, brand marketers, and small businesses. Its services enable thousands of national brands and local businesses to utilize brief in-call audio or text advertisements to attract new customers during phone calls or online searches. The company's innovative technology has made it a preferred choice for network operators and telecom carriers. Jingle Networks is also known for creating the free directory assistance service 1-800-FREE411, allowing consumers to obtain phone numbers without charge. This service is funded by short, targeted advertising messages that play while the caller waits for information. Founded by experienced professionals in advertising and technology, Jingle Networks continues to deliver effective solutions for building brand awareness and maximizing business search outcomes.

Edgio

Venture Round in 2006
Edgio is an edge-enabled software solutions provider that specializes in delivering secure digital experiences through a comprehensive platform encompassing content delivery, web applications, and video streaming. The company develops and operates online business solutions designed to enhance performance and security for clients. Its offerings include accelerated development, web security, and operational support, which cater to a diverse range of industries. Edgio primarily generates its revenue from the Americas, while also serving clients in the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions. Through its integrated approach, Edgio aims to streamline digital interactions and enhance user experiences across various online environments.

Surebridge

Series B in 2001
Surebridge is a provider of software outsourcing services tailored for mid-size companies. The company specializes in delivering fully managed, name-brand ERP, CRM, and e-commerce applications. Its offerings encompass software selection based on specific business needs, efficient application deployment, secure application hosting and management, as well as ongoing business improvement services. Surebridge focuses on the middle market, leveraging its expertise in notable software solutions such as Microsoft Business Solutions, PeopleSoft, and Siebel Systems. Through its comprehensive portfolio of managed applications and professional services, Surebridge aims to enhance operational efficiency and support the growth of its clients.

CCBN

Venture Round in 2000
CCBN provides Web-based investor communications solutions for the investment community. It offers services that transform the way companies communicate and meet disclosure requirements while assisting investors in managing and leveraging this information. CCBN's investor relations website hosting, webcasting, and disclosure services are utilized by corporate communications professionals at over 3,000 companies to deliver critical information via interactive and multi-media solutions. CCBN's StreetEvents service offers institutional and individual investors a one-stop solution for managing corporate disclosure information by aggregating conference calls, webcasts, transcripts, call summaries, and other financial information into a time-saving, efficiency tool subscribed to by over 15,000 Wall Street professionals. Headquartered in Boston, MA, CCBN has additional offices in San Francisco and London. As of March 12, 2004, CCBN.com, Inc. was acquired by Thomson Financial.

12 Entrepreneuring

Venture Round in 2000
12 Entrepreneuring is an incubator company based in California that focuses on investing in technology firms. Founded during the peak of the tech bubble by two notable dot-com entrepreneurs, the organization aims to support emerging businesses in the tech industry through strategic investments and resources. By leveraging their experience and network, 12 Entrepreneuring seeks to foster innovation and growth among the companies it partners with.

Accessline Communications

Venture Round in 2000
AccessLine Communications is a provider of hosted communications and managed voice services, catering primarily to small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 1983 and based in the United States, the company offers a comprehensive suite of cloud business applications that includes digital business phone services, conferencing, voicemail, fax-to-email services, and integrated messaging. Additionally, AccessLine Communications provides toll-free numbers and virtual receptionist services, enabling clients to streamline their communication processes. The company also specializes in tailored solutions for various industries, including construction, financial services, healthcare, high technology, legal, and manufacturing. AccessLine Communications aims to empower its customers and partners by allowing them to concentrate on their core business operations.

Best3C

Series A in 2000
Best3C, Inc. is a company that owns, develops, and operates online marketplaces catering to manufacturers, distributors, and logistics companies across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Saratoga, California, with operations in Taipei, Taiwan, Best3C runs 3Cvillage.com, a business-to-business marketplace focused on computers, communications, and consumer electronics. Additionally, it operates 3Cjobs.com, a specialized job platform aimed at recruiting high-tech professionals for international firms. By providing a comprehensive online sourcing experience, Best3C connects manufacturers and buyers, facilitating the purchase of various 3C products, including finished goods, semi-finished goods, and components. The company emphasizes ease of access and efficient transaction processes for its clients.

New World Communications

Venture Round in 2000
NewWorld Communications is an information technology and communications consulting firm that enables midsize businesses and enterprises to implement network, mobility, and cloud solutions. It also offers contract negotiation, strategic planning and design, project management and implementation, and support services. NewWorld Communications was acquired by Nextel Communications in January 2003. NewWorld Communications was founded in 1999 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Business Logic

Series A in 2000
Business Logic has been building clear, powerful finance tools for the last 16 years. The world’s largest financial institutions work with us to help their customers understand, organize, and manage investments. We build products based on one idea - just because finance is complex doesn't mean its tools have to be.

iProperty.com

Series B in 2000
iProperty.com provides technology and services that empower real estate professionals to evolve in a changing industry. Their comprehensive Internet tools streamline the home buying and selling processes, while enabling brokers to retain local control of the homeownership cycle. They currently have three locations in the Midwest. Their 30,000-square-foot headquarters facility is in Indianapolis, as well as most of their major departments. Development, Testing and Customer Service are primarily located in their Bloomington, Ind., office. Their MLS division, RISCO, is based in Kansas City. Their workforce thrives on entrepreneurial spirit and industry-focused competition. Every one of their team members contributes their creativity and determination to make the company what it is. They're growing at warp speed and the tremendous energy and initiative of their people is what drives this momentum. Their office environment — complete with fun rooms, overstuffed couches and games — keeps spirits high and creative juices flowing. iProperty advertises broadly in many national media outlets, including National Relocation & Real Estate Magazine/RIS Media, Mortgage Technology, Realtor Magazine, California Real Estate Magazine, Metro Chicago Real Estate, Inman News, and Real Estate Professional. They also are implementing direct mail initiatives targeting the major associations and top 500 brokers in the country. And they conduct consumer-based campaigns in regions where the Chorus Real Estate Management Engine is deployed.

Exult

Series D in 2000
Exult is a management consulting services company specializing in human resource business process outsourcing solutions on a global scale. Founded in 1998 and based in Irvine, California, Exult provides a wide range of HR outsourcing services, focusing on high-volume business processes, along with related finance, accounting, and procurement offerings. The company caters primarily to Global 500 companies and other large, complex organizations, delivering tailored solutions through its customizable multi-process outsourcing operational platform. In addition to HR services, Exult also engages in the design, implementation, operation, management, and administration of key HR and back-office processes, positioning itself as a comprehensive provider in the outsourcing market. Exult operates as a subsidiary of Hewitt Associates.

Surebridge

Venture Round in 2000
Surebridge is a provider of software outsourcing services tailored for mid-size companies. The company specializes in delivering fully managed, name-brand ERP, CRM, and e-commerce applications. Its offerings encompass software selection based on specific business needs, efficient application deployment, secure application hosting and management, as well as ongoing business improvement services. Surebridge focuses on the middle market, leveraging its expertise in notable software solutions such as Microsoft Business Solutions, PeopleSoft, and Siebel Systems. Through its comprehensive portfolio of managed applications and professional services, Surebridge aims to enhance operational efficiency and support the growth of its clients.

Hyperchannel

Venture Round in 2000
Hyperchannel, a European business-to-business Internet trading hub company.

Cephren

Venture Round in 2000
Cephren – the master builder of the great pyramids. He changed the way the world was built. With the help of their customers, they will too! Welcome to Cephren, the premier business-to-business online workplace for the global construction industry. Cephren unites all participants in the industry with the first end-to-end, Web-based framework of e-commerce and collaboration services. Whether you're an owner or developer, architect or engineer, general contractor or subcontractor, distributor or manufacturer, Cephren's online workplace addresses your needs throughout the design-to-build process, enabling you to do business smarter, faster and more cost effectively.

Quidnunc

Series A in 1999
Quidnunc offers businesses and brands with consulting services and support to create e-businesses. It offers tools and solutions that enable its customers to measure the performance of their e-commerce websites. Quidnunc was founded by Laurence Holt in 1988.
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