Partners for Growth

Partners for Growth, established in 2004 and headquartered in Tiburon, California, is a private equity firm specializing in debt financing for late-stage technology and life science companies. With a custom approach, they offer a range of financing solutions including working capital lines, term loans, royalty loans, and convertible debt, often involving equity participation rights. The firm targets companies with $10 million or more in revenue, aiming to share in their clients' success.

Geoff Allan

Managing Director

Armineh Baghoomian

Managing Director, Head of EMEA, Co-Head of Global Fintech

Will Breck

Investment Associate

Finn Button

Investment Associate

Jason Georgatos

President

Stephanie Hamlyn

Investment Manager

Andrew Hudson

Investment Director

Andrew Kahn

Co-Founder, Managing Director and CEO

Max Penel

Investment Director / Co-Head of Global FinTech

Karthi Sepulohniam

Managing Director and Head of Asia Pacific and Australia

Karthi Sepulohniam

Managing Director

Tim Vetscher

CEO

Past deals in Arabian Gulf

Comfi

Debt Financing in 2025
Comfi, based in the UAE, is an embedded finance platform that facilitates B2B trade financing across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). It enables suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors to offer flexible payment terms of 30-90 days to their SME buyers, while receiving upfront payments themselves. Comfi assumes the credit risk and manages collections, allowing suppliers to unlock working capital and scale without cash flow constraints. The platform integrates with popular invoicing and accounting tools, providing seamless financial services within the B2B workflow. Its AI-driven underwriting engine assesses buyer risk in real-time using transaction data, trade licenses, and payment behavior. Since inception, Comfi has facilitated over $25M in B2B transactions, onboarded 300+ suppliers, and served more than 1,000 SMEs in the UAE. With strategic partnerships with national entities and plans to expand to Saudi Arabia, Comfi aims to become the financial infrastructure layer for B2B trade in emerging markets.

Syarah

Debt Financing in 2024
Syarah Ltd. operates an online marketplace for buying and selling both new and used cars, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2015, the company aims to streamline the vehicle purchasing process for individuals and businesses by providing a user-friendly platform where customers can easily browse various car listings, access daily updates on prices and specifications, and directly contact sellers without intermediaries. In addition to facilitating car sales, Syarah offers financing solutions, allowing customers to purchase vehicles in installments through partnerships with banks and financing companies in the region. The company's commitment is to deliver quality services that meet and exceed customer expectations.

Tabby

Debt Financing in 2023
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.

Tabby

Debt Financing in 2022
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.

TruKKer

Debt Financing in 2022
TruKKer is a technology-enabled truck aggregator based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, founded in 2016. The company operates a logistics and fleet management platform that simplifies road freight and logistics operations by integrating demand and supply for land freight services. TruKKer's platform connects shippers and carriers in real time, ensuring maximum utilization of available trucks and reducing overall transportation costs. The company's network, powered by real-time data analytics, enhances reliability and transparency while creating opportunities for data monetization and consolidated procurement. By offering end-to-end coverage and a comprehensive service portfolio, TruKKer facilitates cross-border transportation services for various end markets, benefiting both shippers and transporters alike.

Tabby

Debt Financing in 2021
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.

TruKKer

Debt Financing in 2020
TruKKer is a technology-enabled truck aggregator based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, founded in 2016. The company operates a logistics and fleet management platform that simplifies road freight and logistics operations by integrating demand and supply for land freight services. TruKKer's platform connects shippers and carriers in real time, ensuring maximum utilization of available trucks and reducing overall transportation costs. The company's network, powered by real-time data analytics, enhances reliability and transparency while creating opportunities for data monetization and consolidated procurement. By offering end-to-end coverage and a comprehensive service portfolio, TruKKer facilitates cross-border transportation services for various end markets, benefiting both shippers and transporters alike.
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