BlackRock

BlackRock is a global investment management corporation founded in 1988 and headquartered in New York City. It provides a diverse array of services, including investment advisory, risk management, and asset management across various asset classes and sectors, such as real estate, energy, and technology. The firm manages funds for a wide range of clients, including large institutions and individual investors, focusing on delivering tailored investment solutions to help secure better financial futures. BlackRock operates through its subsidiaries, including BlackRock Capital Investment Advisors, which offers investment advisory services, and BlackRock Private Equity Partners, which specializes in direct and fund investments in private equity and venture capital. With a strong emphasis on both public and private markets, BlackRock’s expertise spans multiple strategies and geographic regions, making it one of the world's largest asset managers, with trillions of dollars entrusted to its care.

Keith Anderson

Vice Chairman, Chief Investment Officer and Co-Founder

Joseph Auriemma

Managing Director, Private Equity

Cailey Barker

Portfolio Manager and Director, Natural Resources and Thematic

Paul Braude

Chief Investment Officer and Head, Direct Private Opportunities

Joseph Chalom

Managing Director, Head of Strategic Ecosystem Partnerships

Al DeFurianni

Vice President

Antonio DeSpirito

Managing Director and Global Co-Chief Investment Officer, US Fundamental Equities

Audrey Delorenzo

Vice President

Michael Dennis

Managing Director and Head of Alternatives Strategy and Capital Markets

Raja Hussain

Director

Robert S. Kapito

President and Director

Colm C. Lanigan

Managing Director at BlackRock Long Term Private Capital

Courtney Lynfield

Vice President, Long Term Private Capital Product Strategy

Samir Menon

Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, BlackRock Private Equity Partners

Sara Morgan

Managing Director of Multi-Asset Strategies and Director

Nathalie von Niederhäusern

Managing Director

Niall O’Sullivan

CFO

Jean-Christophe Rey

Managing Director and Head of Private Credit, Alternative Specialists (EMEA)

Spencer Rhodes

Managing Director, Private Markets at BlackRock

Ladell Robbins

Managing Director

Jeffrey Rosenberg

Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, Systematic Fixed Income

Neeraj Seth

Managing Director and Hrad of Asian Fixed Income

Matt Singer

Managing Director

Scott Snell

Co-head of the US CLO business and Director

Paul Taylor

Venture Partner

Guillaume Vandewalle

Director Infrastructure Debt EMEA

Zachary Viders

Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, Global Credit Opportunities

Celia Yan

Managing Director and Head of APAC Private Credit

Yan Yang

Managing Director

Past deals in Series G

GoCardless

Series G in 2022
GoCardless Limited is a leading provider of online payment processing services, specializing in recurring payments. The company offers a user-friendly platform that enables businesses to manage both one-off and recurring transactions through bank-to-bank transfers, eliminating the need for merchant accounts and credit card fees. Its main products include GoCardless, which facilitates online payments, and GoCardless Pro, designed for creating a comprehensive recurring payments ecosystem. Additionally, the company provides Success+, a solution that helps predict and manage payment failures. With a global payments network, GoCardless supports over 40,000 businesses, processing approximately $10 billion in payments annually. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, GoCardless also has offices in Paris, Munich, and Melbourne, strengthening its presence in the international market.

Via

Series G in 2021
Via Transportation Inc. develops innovative public mobility solutions that enhance on-demand and pre-scheduled transit services. Established in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the company serves a diverse range of clients, including public transit agencies, cities, universities, corporations, school districts, and bus and rail operators globally. Via's technology transforms traditional public transit systems into dynamic, on-demand networks, enabling passengers to connect with others traveling in the same direction through its mobile app. This approach allows riders to share premium vehicles, optimizing transportation efficiency. The company's platform operates in both the United States and Europe, including a joint venture with Mercedes-Benz Vans, and is utilized through various partnerships with public transportation agencies and private transit operators, integrating seamlessly with existing transit infrastructure.

FlixBus

Series G in 2021
FlixMobility operates FlixBus and FlixTrain, providing convenient, affordable, and environmentally-friendly travel options across Europe and the United States. Since its inception, the company has developed Europe’s largest long-distance bus network and introduced the first green long-distance trains in 2018. FlixMobility employs a unique business model that leverages technology and partnerships with regional bus operators and private train companies, allowing it to offer high-quality services while maintaining sustainability. The platform features amenities such as free WiFi, innovative ticketing systems, and flexible online booking, catering to diverse budgets and travel needs. With over 100 million travelers served since 2013, FlixMobility has significantly impacted the mobility landscape, creating thousands of jobs and promoting greener travel alternatives.

View

Series G in 2017
View, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing glass systems for various sectors, including workplace, healthcare, education, and hospitality. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, with manufacturing facilities in Olive Branch, Mississippi, the company focuses on enhancing natural light in buildings through its innovative smart window technology. View's products, known for their energy efficiency and positive impact on human health and productivity, utilize artificial intelligence to automatically adjust to sunlight, optimizing light access while minimizing energy consumption. The company markets its solutions through direct sales and representatives both domestically and internationally, positioning itself as a leader in the smart windows industry.
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