Investors in Costa Rica

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Carao Ventures

Carao Ventures is a venture capital investment firm based in San Jose, Costa Rica, founded in 2012. The firm partners with early-stage startups across various sectors, including consumer products, healthcare, information technology, and e-commerce, with a strong emphasis on companies that have the potential to expand throughout Latin America and globally. Carao Ventures seeks to collaborate with dedicated entrepreneurs and technically skilled founders, providing active support in areas such as strategy, finance, and marketing. Through its early-stage startup program, partners engage directly in the development of these companies, leveraging their experience and networks to facilitate growth. The firm also offers a co-working space designed for startups and aspiring entrepreneurs, fostering a collaborative environment. Additionally, Carao Ventures assists established business groups and seasoned entrepreneurs in analyzing and developing new ventures, continuously providing resources to help companies achieve optimal performance.
Made 16 investments in Costa Rica

Jaguar Growth Partners

Jaguar Growth Partners is a New York-based private equity firm that specializes in real estate investments in global growth markets. Established in 2013 by Gary Garrabrant and Thomas McDonald, the firm focuses on scalable real estate-related platforms in emerging economies, particularly in Latin America, where it targets sectors such as warehouse, distribution, logistics, corporate property, retail, hospitality, and healthcare. With an additional office in São Paulo, Jaguar aims to leverage opportunities arising from urbanization, a growing middle class, and increasing consumerism in these regions. The firm is dedicated to providing superior investment and asset management through discretionary institutional funds, supported by experienced professionals. By capitalizing on inefficient access to capital in these markets, Jaguar seeks to foster growth and generate liquidity for leading businesses.
Made 2 investments in Costa Rica

Caricaco

Caricaco is a venture capital investment firm established in 2015 and located in San José, Costa Rica. The firm is dedicated to supporting early-stage startups in Central America by providing capital, mentorship, and connections to new markets and investment funds. Caricaco focuses its investments on various sectors, including healthcare, media, services, and education, aiming to foster entrepreneurial growth and innovation in the region.

GP Investments

GP Investments, Ltd. is a private equity and alternative investment firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, with additional offices in Hamilton, Bermuda; New York; London; and Mexico City. Established in 1993, the firm specializes in leveraged acquisitions, buyouts, corporate divestitures, and growth capital investments in mature mid-sized and large companies, primarily in Latin America, with a strong emphasis on Brazil. GP Investments avoids sectors such as technology, biotech, weapons, and tobacco, focusing instead on industries like retail, telecommunications, healthcare, logistics, and real estate. The firm typically invests in companies generating over $60 million in annual revenue, with average investments ranging from $100 million to $250 million. It maintains a conservative investment strategy, limiting exposure to 20 percent or 35 percent in any single company or sector. GP Investments exits its investments through various means, including trade sales and IPOs, while also engaging in real estate projects in residential, office, and retail segments.
Made 1 investments in Costa Rica

Magma Partners

Magma Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2014 and headquartered in Santiago, Chile. The firm specializes in supporting Latin American entrepreneurs as they expand into the US market, with a particular focus on fintech, insurtech, and blockchain startups. Magma Partners has a global reach, maintaining offices in California, Colombia, Mexico, and China, and has invested in 38 companies across various countries, including Chile, the USA, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, Puerto Rico, and Costa Rica. Currently, the firm is investing through its second fund, which has raised $15 million from partners in Chile, the US, and China. Additionally, Magma Partners runs the Sino-Latin American accelerator, aimed at facilitating business opportunities between Chinese entrepreneurs and Latin American markets.
Made 1 investments in Costa Rica

International Finance Corporation

International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, is the private equity and venture capital arm of The World Bank Group. It focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries by financing private sector investments and mobilizing capital in international financial markets. IFC provides a wide range of financial products, including loans, equity, quasi-equity, and advisory services, targeting sectors such as agriculture, forestry, financial services, education, healthcare, infrastructure, manufacturing, retail, tourism, and technology. The organization aims to support businesses and financial institutions in emerging markets to create jobs, improve corporate governance, and enhance environmental performance. IFC typically invests between $1 million and $100 million, often taking minority stakes but preferring majority ownership in its portfolio companies. It does not engage directly in the management of its investments and usually exits through domestic stock markets or other arrangements after several years. By focusing on initiatives that benefit underserved communities, IFC contributes to local economic development and improves the quality of life for people in developing regions.
Made 1 investments in Costa Rica

Norfund

Norfund is a Norwegian government organization founded in 1997, based in Oslo, that focuses on reducing poverty and enhancing economic development in low-income countries. It serves as an active, strategic minority investor, providing risk capital, equity, and loans to businesses in regions where access to financing is limited. Primarily operating in Sub-Saharan Africa, as well as selected areas in Southeast Asia and Central America, Norfund aims to foster sustainable business growth in environments where the private sector is underdeveloped. The organization also invests in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to further support local economic initiatives. Through its investments, Norfund seeks to create a significant positive impact on the economies of the countries it targets.
Made 1 investments in Costa Rica

Actis

Actis is an investment firm founded in 2004, specializing in growth markets across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. With its headquarters in London, Actis employs over 200 professionals, including approximately 120 investment experts, and operates from 16 offices globally. The firm has raised around US$14 billion since its inception and currently invests in about 70 companies, which collectively employ over 116,500 people. Actis focuses on a multi-asset strategy encompassing private equity, energy, infrastructure, and real estate. Its investment approach emphasizes "south-south" collaboration, leveraging local insights and sector expertise to deliver responsible, competitive returns. The firm targets various sectors, including energy infrastructure, digital infrastructure, and consumer services, while also prioritizing impact investments that contribute positively to communities and the environment.
Made 1 investments in Costa Rica

Hawthorn Equity Partners

Hawthorn Equity Partners Inc., based in Chicago, is a private equity firm established in 2005 that focuses on investments in growth-oriented, knowledge-based middle-market companies across North America. The firm specializes in a range of investment strategies, including late venture, buyouts, growth capital, and restructuring. It primarily targets sectors such as specialty consumer, business services, technology, and media. Hawthorn Equity Partners typically invests between $10 million and $45 million in companies with revenues up to $500 million, but is also open to larger transactions in partnership with strategic co-investors. The firm engages in both controlling investments and structured minority transactions, aiming to enhance the value of its portfolio through various initiatives, including brand revitalization and industry consolidations.

Industrial Growth Partners

Industrial Growth Partners, established in 1997 and based in San Francisco, is a private equity firm focused exclusively on the manufacturing sector. The firm specializes in investing in engineered products businesses, with a strong emphasis on entrepreneur and family-owned recapitalizations, as well as corporate divestitures. Industrial Growth Partners targets a wide range of industries, including aerospace and defense, analytical instruments, critical industrial services, and healthcare, among others. The firm collaborates closely with experienced industrial CEOs and management teams in the middle market to drive exceptional long-term equity returns, reflecting its commitment to fostering strong partnerships and building market-leading manufacturing businesses.

Presidio Investors

Presidio Investors is a private equity firm based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2007. The firm specializes in buyouts and structured growth investments, focusing on leading lower middle market companies. Presidio Investors primarily targets opportunities within the technology, media, and financial services sectors, leveraging its expertise to drive value in its investments. As a registered investment adviser, the firm is committed to adhering to regulatory standards while pursuing strategic growth initiatives for its portfolio companies.

BBH Capital Partners

BBH Capital Partners is the private-equity division of Brown Brothers Harriman, based in New York. It specializes in real estate investments, focusing on core properties through its BBH Real Estate Income Fund. This fund aims to generate steady income and capital appreciation by investing in well-located real estate assets. BBH Capital Partners combines its extensive market knowledge and investment expertise to identify and manage opportunities within the real estate sector, catering to a wide range of investors seeking reliable returns.

354 Partners

Established in 2011 and based in New York, 354 Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in "buy & build" investments within highly fragmented markets. The firm partners with portfolio companies to accelerate growth through both strategic acquisitions and organic development. By identifying potential acquisitions, 354 Partners aims to enhance the competitive position of its portfolio companies, expanding their product offerings, geographic reach, and achieving economies of scale. The firm is supported by a diverse group of limited partners, including family offices, high net worth individuals, and international investors, providing a clear alternative investment opportunity focused on the unique buy & build strategy.

Bregal Investments

Bregal Investments is a private equity firm based in London, established in 2002 to invest on behalf of COFRA Holdings, a Swiss holding company. The firm focuses on private equity investments, participating as both a general partner and a limited partner. With $1.25 billion in committed capital, Bregal seeks to invest between $20 million and $150 million in equity to acquire and grow businesses with EBITDA ranging from $5 million to over $75 million. The firm's investment strategy targets various industries, including energy, big data, health technology, financial technology, digital health technology, and SaaS, primarily in Europe, America, and Asia.

Regent

Regent is a private equity firm established in 2013 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. The firm focuses on acquiring businesses, corporate divestitures, carveouts, and private sales, with a commitment to fostering innovation and transformation within its portfolio companies. Regent actively invests in a diverse range of sectors, including technology, consumer products, retail, industrial, media, and entertainment, operating across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. With a flexible investment approach, Regent is not bound by predefined investment horizons or restrictive parameters, allowing it to swiftly adapt to market opportunities and create long-term value for its partners and the communities it serves.

Anova Capital Management

Anova Capital Management is a private equity firm based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2007. The firm specializes in investing in small and medium-sized companies, often partnering with them to enhance their strategies and operations. Co-founded by former consultants from McKinsey & Company, Anova emphasizes the importance of combining innovative ideas with effective execution to drive earnings growth and create value. By providing seasoned management expertise and access to capital, Anova positions itself as an active partner for middle-market companies seeking to explore and realize value creation opportunities.

Vernon & Park Capital

Vernon & Park Capital is a private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 2002. The firm specializes in investments within the Exchanges and Financial Markets Sector, leveraging a combination of industry expertise and financial analysis to effectively deploy capital. Vernon & Park primarily targets more mature businesses, although it also considers earlier-stage and emerging growth companies in its investment strategy. In addition to providing capital, the firm utilizes its extensive network of industry contacts to assist portfolio companies in achieving their economic objectives.

Spectra Investments

Spectra Investimentos Ltda. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, established in 2011. The firm focuses on investing in Latin America, targeting middle-market companies across various stages, including early, mid, and late ventures, as well as distressed and mezzanine investments. Spectra emphasizes direct investments, fund of funds, and private debt investments, while also engaging in secondary direct and indirect investments and co-investments. The firm typically invests between R$ 2.5 million and R$ 15 million per fund, concentrating on sectors such as materials and resources, business products and services, information technology, healthcare, financial services, energy, and consumer products. Spectra Investimentos also manages a diversified fund of funds, investing in private equity and venture capital funds throughout the region.

Newlox Gold Ventures

Newlox Gold Ventures Corp. is an environmental reclamation and mineral recovery company based in Canada, primarily engaged in tailings remediation and gold recovery projects in Costa Rica. Established in 2011 and headquartered in West Vancouver, the company has developed a custom-built facility that implements an environmentally and socially responsible process to extract residual precious metals from historical tailings. By focusing on reprocessing waste materials, Newlox Gold not only recovers valuable minerals but also addresses environmental concerns associated with past mining activities. The company collaborates with the Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering at the University of British Columbia to enhance its operations. As it ramps up productivity, Newlox Gold aims to utilize cash flow from its first project to expand aggressively throughout Latin America, thereby providing economic benefits to local communities while promoting environmental sustainability.

Pan-American Life Insurance Company

Pan-American Life Insurance Company, established in 1911 and headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, provides a range of insurance and financial services across the Americas. As a subsidiary of Pan-American Life Insurance Group, it offers individual and group life, accident, and health insurance, along with employee benefits. The company serves clients in 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. With a workforce of over 1,750 employees, Pan-American Life operates numerous branches and affiliates in countries such as Costa Rica, Colombia, Mexico, and several Caribbean nations, ensuring a broad reach and a commitment to delivering trusted financial solutions to its policyholders.

Kilroy Partners

Founded in 2014, Kilroy Partners is a private equity firm and is based in Boca Raton, Florida. The firm prefers to invest in aerospace and defense, automotive suppliers, industrial and niche manufacturing, food manufacturing, transportation, and logistics sectors based in the North American region.

Jaguar Ventures II

Jaguar Ventures is a Mexico-based venture capital firm established in 2014, specializing in early-stage investments in technology-related companies across Latin America. The firm manages Jaguar Ventures II, a fund launched in 2020, which focuses on providing capital to startups in various countries, including Mexico, Costa Rica, Cuba, and several others throughout the region. By targeting emerging markets, Jaguar Ventures aims to support innovative entrepreneurs and foster technological advancement in diverse sectors, contributing to the growth of the Latin American economy.

Globalvia Inversiones

Globalvia is a leading company in the management of transport infrastructure concessions, established in 2007. It ranks among the top firms globally in terms of the number of concessions, managing a portfolio of 26 projects across eight countries, including the USA, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Andorra, Chile, Costa Rica, and Mexico. The company specializes in the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of highways and railways, aiming to enhance connectivity and ensure safe travel for communities. Its ownership structure includes three international pension funds from Canada, the Netherlands, and the UK. Globalvia is committed to improving infrastructure and promoting sustainable development in the transport sector.

Liberty Lane Partners

Founded in 2007, Liberty Lane Partners is a private equity firm based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The firm seeks to invest in healthcare, technology, and distribution-related industries.

Colville Capital

Colville Capital, established in 2006 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a private equity firm focused on investing in the smaller end of the middle market. The firm specializes in niche manufacturing, value-added distribution, business services, and diversified industrial sectors across North America. Colville Capital partners with business owners who possess solid fundamentals, a defensible market position, and clear growth opportunities. They aim to provide liquidity while acting as a responsible partner to help accelerate growth and facilitate transitions from “good to great.” Unlike traditional funds, Colville operates as an investment consortium, composed of selected individual and family office investors who bring relevant experience and expertise to the businesses they support. Many of these investors have built substantial businesses themselves and have dedicated their careers to investing in and advising entrepreneurs, allowing them to understand and respect the unique culture of smaller, entrepreneurial companies.

Coca-Cola FEMSA

Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A.B. de C.V. is the largest franchise bottler of Coca-Cola products by volume, engaged in the production, marketing, sale, and distribution of a wide range of beverages. The company's extensive portfolio includes sparkling drinks, still beverages, juices, teas, coffees, sports and energy drinks, as well as plant-based options. Coca-Cola FEMSA operates primarily in Mexico and Brazil, which together account for 80% of its total sales, while also serving markets in Central and South America, including Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Argentina, and Uruguay. The company distributes its products through various channels, such as retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and home delivery services. Additionally, Coca-Cola FEMSA distributes Heineken beer in its Brazilian territories. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Mexico City, it is a subsidiary of Fomento Economico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V.

Adams Street Partners

Adams Street Partners is a global private market investment management firm based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in private equity and venture capital investments. Established in 1972, the firm has developed a strong reputation for performance and a disciplined investment approach, focusing primarily on growth-stage companies through buyouts while also engaging in seed, early, and later-stage investments. With a diverse investment portfolio that includes business products, consumer services, healthcare, information technology, and various technology sectors, Adams Street Partners serves institutional investors by leveraging its extensive knowledge and experience gained over more than four decades. As an independent, employee-owned firm, it is committed to delivering exceptional client service and maintaining investor confidence through a deep understanding of the global private marketplace.

CoreCo Private Equity

CoreCo Private Equity is a private equity firm based in Guatemala City, with additional offices in Miami and Heredia, Costa Rica. Founded in 2008, the firm focuses on growth equity investments in Central America, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, business services, financial services, light manufacturing, information technology, logistics, mobile communications, consumer goods, retail, hospitality, and marketing. CoreCo seeks to invest in revenue-generating companies that demonstrate capital-efficient business models and are positioned for substantial shareholder value creation. The firm primarily targets investments between $0.5 million and $7 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from $1 million to $50 million, preferring to take majority stakes. CoreCo is particularly interested in companies that can implement established U.S. or European business models in the region, with a selective approach to opportunities in countries like Chile, Uruguay, Peru, and Argentina. The firm typically looks for investment horizons of five to seven years.

Atlas Holdings

Atlas Holdings, founded in 2002 and based in Greenwich, Connecticut, is a diversified holding company specializing in acquiring distressed firms across various sectors, including building materials, energy, industrial services, and packaging. The company focuses on businesses facing complex financial and operational challenges, aiming to develop strong management teams that share common values and culture. Atlas Holdings operates in multiple segments, such as capital equipment, pulp and paper products, steel, and logistics, employing a distinctive operating system to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth. By entering new industries and building companies, Atlas Holdings seeks to create value through strategic investments and management improvements.

MP Healthcare Venture Management

MP Healthcare Venture Management, established in 2006 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, serves as the venture capital arm of Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation. The firm focuses on investing in innovative companies that are developing novel therapeutics, platform technologies, diagnostics, and vaccines. Its investment strategy emphasizes the biotech sector, aiming to support advancements that can lead to significant improvements in healthcare.

Naspers

Naspers is a global internet and entertainment group based in Cape Town, South Africa, founded in 1915. The company operates in over 120 countries, focusing on markets with significant long-term growth potential. Naspers invests in and builds companies across various sectors, including online classifieds, food delivery, payments, travel, education, and healthcare. Its portfolio includes well-known platforms and services such as Azos, PharmEasy, ElasticRun, Alwans, and Vegrow. The firm is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities by addressing substantial societal needs through its investments and operations. Naspers emphasizes the importance of local insights supported by global scale, seeking opportunities that align with its vision for sustainable growth.

Silver Canyon Group

Silver Canyon Group, founded in 2010 and based in San Diego, California, is a private equity firm that specializes in providing non-control equity capital to established companies across various sectors, including communication and networking, software, healthcare, manufacturing, and energy. With a focus on firms with a significant presence in North America, Silver Canyon leverages its extensive experience to assist management teams in identifying, evaluating, negotiating, financing, and integrating strategic add-on acquisitions. As a Registered Investment Adviser, the firm aims to support the growth and development of its portfolio companies through targeted investments and strategic guidance.

GE Capital

GE Equity is a division of General Electric that focuses on maximizing returns on investment capital through equity investing. It specializes in acquiring minority ownership stakes in established companies with significant growth potential. The division pursues various investment strategies, including growth capital, buy-out co-investments, secondary direct purchases, recapitalizations, and limited partner investments. Leveraging GE's extensive industry knowledge and global reach, GE Equity seeks to identify and capitalize on high-potential opportunities across multiple sectors. By combining financial acumen with operational expertise, GE Equity plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall value of General Electric's investment portfolio.

Finnovista

Finnovista is a venture capital firm and accelerator that focuses on the fintech and insurtech sectors, primarily in Latin America and Spain. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Madrid, with an additional office in Mexico City, Finnovista aims to empower the transformation of financial services and insurance by fostering collaboration between large corporates and startups. The firm runs a three-month acceleration program and engages in co-investments, contributing to the growth of innovative companies. Finnovista is recognized as a leading investor in the fintech space and hosts FINNOSUMMIT, a prominent conference in the region. Additionally, it develops acceleration and innovation programs for notable clients such as Visa and BBVA, positioning itself as a key player in the startup ecosystem. Through its initiatives, Finnovista seeks to enhance financial inclusion and drive innovation within the financial sector.

Millpond Equity Partners

Millpond Equity Partners is a private equity firm established in 2015 and located in Boca Raton, Florida. The firm specializes in investing in lower middle market, growth-oriented business services companies. Millpond focuses on sectors such as education, marketing services, sales enablement, healthcare, human capital management, training services, and outsourced services. The firm employs a partnership approach, leveraging extensive operational and investment management experience to collaborate closely with the leaders of growing businesses. By providing strategic guidance, resources, and support, Millpond aims to assist these companies in navigating their next phase of growth.

Fen Ventures

FenVentures is a venture capital firm based in Santiago, Chile, focused on early-stage investments and growth capital within the technology sector. Established in 2006, the firm primarily targets opportunities in Chile and throughout Latin America. FenVentures typically invests between $0.05 million and $0.2 million per transaction, aiming to acquire minority stakes of no more than 20 percent in its portfolio companies. The firm operates as a subsidiary of Activa SpA and benefits from the support of Origo Ventures.

KCB Private Equity

KCB Private Equity is a Pasadena, California-based investment firm founded in 1986, specializing in long-term investments in small to medium-sized businesses across the United States and Canada. The firm distinguishes itself from traditional private equity firms by committing significant personal capital and focusing on long-term growth rather than short-term exits. KCB Private Equity invests in a diverse range of sectors, including retail, consumer products and services, business services, technology, healthcare services, education, light manufacturing, and distribution. By providing sellers with immediate liquidity while ensuring business continuity, KCB fosters strong relationships with management, allowing for the nurturing of its growing portfolio companies.

Virgin

Virgin is a prominent international investment group founded in 1970 by Sir Richard Branson. The Virgin Group has successfully expanded into various sectors, including mobile telephony, travel, financial services, leisure, music, and health & wellness, employing over 65,000 people across more than 50 countries. The organization is managed by Virgin Management, which supports the Branson family and fosters the growth of the Virgin brand by developing and nurturing its diverse businesses. Virgin emphasizes the importance of quality, innovation, and customer experience, empowering its employees to deliver exceptional service. The group actively seeks investment opportunities and partnerships, combining expertise from different industries to create successful enterprises. Through its investments in both Virgin-branded and non-branded companies, Virgin aims for long-term capital appreciation while promoting positive change in business practices.

Nueterra Capital

Nueterra Capital is a venture capital investment firm based in Leawood, Kansas, established in 1997. The firm focuses on early and growth-stage investments in the healthcare sector, aiming to empower entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary capital, resources, and expertise to drive innovation and change within the industry. In addition to its investment activities, Nueterra Holdings LLC, a related entity, develops, manages, and owns healthcare facilities, offering a wide array of services including population health management, claims consulting, medical travel, and provider services such as electronic medical records sharing and revenue cycle management. The company also facilitates communication among physicians, patients, and care coordinators through concierge services, enhancing administrative efficiency and compliance. With operations extending beyond the United States to countries like Costa Rica, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic, Nueterra Capital aims to foster growth opportunities in the healthcare landscape.

Bloccelerate

Bloccelerate is a venture capital investment firm founded in 2018 and based in Seattle, Washington. The firm specializes in investing in blockchain companies worldwide, aiming to foster growth within the blockchain ecosystem. Bloccelerate creates a decentralized community that includes advisors, mentors, and developers, providing essential support to entrepreneurs in the blockchain sector. Through its accelerator program and funding initiatives, Bloccelerate seeks to drive innovation and transformation in the industry.

DILA Capital

DILA Capital is a Mexico City-based venture capital firm established in 2005, specializing in early-stage investments across various sectors, including consumer goods, energy, technology, software, and commercial services. The firm aims to support the growth of Mexican entrepreneurs and startup companies by providing equity investments, debt financing, and strategic guidance. DILA Capital leverages its extensive network of entrepreneurs, deep understanding of the Mexican market, and the experience of its partners to add value to the businesses it invests in.

Arafura Ventures

Arafura Ventures is a venture capital investment firm established in 2011 and located in Palo Alto, California. The firm specializes in investing across various sectors, including vertical software as a service (SaaS) industries, enterprise cloud solutions, mobile technologies, and financial services and marketplaces. Arafura Ventures primarily targets opportunities within the internet software, information technology, internet, mobile, and e-commerce sectors, aiming to support innovative companies that align with these themes.

MicroVest

MicroVest is a private equity and asset management firm based in Bethesda, Maryland, founded in 2003. The firm specializes in investing in low-income financial institutions (LIFIs), including microfinance institutions and small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) finance entities. MicroVest focuses on providing debt and equity capital to companies that serve unbanked and underbanked populations, particularly in emerging markets across regions such as the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $15 million, utilizing various investment structures, including loans, equity, and quasi-equity instruments. By supporting responsible financial institutions, MicroVest aims to enhance access to credit for microentrepreneurs and small businesses, fostering economic development in underserved communities.

WNS

WNS (Holdings) Limited is a prominent global business process outsourcing company that provides a wide range of services to over 200 clients across various industries, including travel, insurance, banking, manufacturing, retail, logistics, healthcare, and utilities. The company specializes in business process management, offering services such as finance and accounting, customer care, technology solutions, research and analytics, as well as industry-specific back-office and front-office processes. WNS employs more than 25,000 professionals and operates 29 delivery centers worldwide, with a significant presence in North America, particularly the United States, as well as in the UK, Australia, and various European and African countries. This global reach allows WNS to deliver operational excellence combined with deep domain expertise to meet the diverse needs of its clients.

SBA Communications

SBA Communications is a U.S.-based company founded in 1999 that specializes in the ownership and operation of wireless communications infrastructure across North, Central, and South America. The company manages nearly 40,000 cell towers, with over 17,000 located in the United States, which contribute significantly to its revenue. SBA leases antenna space on its multi-tenant towers and other structures to various wireless service providers under long-term contracts. Additionally, it assists these providers in developing their networks through site acquisition, zoning, construction, and equipment installation. SBA's international operations are particularly strong in Brazil, where it operates around 10,000 towers. The company's business model is structured as a real estate investment trust.

Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries

The Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries (BIO) is an economic development agency located in Brussels, Belgium, founded in 2001. Its primary goal is to foster a robust private sector in developing and emerging countries, facilitating access to sustainable growth and development. BIO directly invests in private sector projects, contributing significantly to the socio-economic development of the host countries. The agency's mandate emphasizes specific geographical targets, diverse financing tools, and a strong focus on the impact of its investments on development, aligning with international development goals. The management of BIO's assets is overseen by its executive management team, ensuring that its initiatives effectively support sustainable economic progress in the regions it serves.

Altra Investments

Altra Investments is a private equity firm established in 2005, headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, with an additional office in Lima, Peru. The firm specializes in buyouts and industry consolidation, focusing on mid-cap companies in the Andean Region and Central America, particularly in Mexico, Colombia, and Peru. Altra typically targets investments in sectors such as consumer durables, cosmetics, healthcare, industrial services, utilities (with an emphasis on biofuels), logistics, and leisure. The firm invests between $20 million and $50 million in companies generating revenues of $15 million to $100 million, preferring to acquire majority stakes or minority stakes with well-defined shareholder agreements and exit strategies. Since its inception, Altra has raised over $500 million from various investors, including pension funds and family offices, and has invested in fifteen platform companies. The firm’s investment horizon generally spans five to eight years, benefiting from local teams with extensive regional experience.

Diagnos

Diagnos Inc. is a software company based in Brossard, Canada, specializing in interpretation services for healthcare and natural resources. Founded in 1998, Diagnos primarily focuses on healthcare through its Computer Assisted Retinal Analysis (CARA) tool, which aids health specialists in detecting diabetic retinopathy. This web-based application integrates fundus cameras with an image processing engine, facilitating the analysis of retinal images. The company also operates a natural resources segment, providing data mining consulting services via the Computer Aided Resource Detection System (CARDS), which supports exploration companies in identifying mining deposits. Diagnos has a presence in various countries, including the United States, Kenya, the United Arab Emirates, and Bangladesh, with the majority of its revenue generated from Canada.

Haddington Ventures

Haddington Ventures, L.L.C. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Houston, Texas, established in 1998. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth investments within the midstream energy infrastructure sector, focusing primarily on gas and liquids storage opportunities, underground hydrocarbon storage, and natural gas gathering and processing. Haddington Ventures avoids direct ownership of oil and gas reserves and companies primarily involved in commodity trading. It typically invests between $20 million and $70 million in companies with an enterprise value ranging from $100 million to $500 million, targeting control-oriented investments but also considering non-controlling stakes. The firm generally maintains its investments for three to five years, aiming to exit through sales to larger financial sponsors or recapitalizations. Haddington Ventures primarily invests in North America but has also shown interest in the European market, particularly in sectors related to hydrogen hubs, energy storage, and critical minerals.

Potomac Equity Partners

Potomac Equity Partners is a private equity investment firm based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2013. The firm focuses on generating superior equity returns by investing in various sectors, including commercial services, education and training services, software, and healthcare, primarily within the North American region.