Credit Suisse, founded in 1856 and headquartered in Switzerland, is a prominent financial institution that offers a wide range of services in private banking and investment banking. The firm operates through multiple segments, including Global Markets, Investment Banking & Capital Markets, Swiss Universal Bank, and International Wealth Management. It provides over-the-counter derivative products, securities sales, trading and execution, investment research, and advisory services for corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, Credit Suisse has a private equity arm that focuses on mezzanine investments and buyouts primarily in Europe and North America, and it also engages in venture capital through its Credit Suisse NEXT Investors division. The firm has a global presence, with subsidiaries and offices in major financial centers including London, New York, and Tokyo, catering to a diverse clientele that includes financial institutions, corporations, and governments.
Goldman Sachs is a global financial services firm that provides investment banking, securities, and investment management services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide. The company offers financial advisory services, underwriting services, and client execution services in various markets. They also engage in securities services, financing, and investing activities across a range of asset classes. Additionally, Goldman Sachs manages investment portfolios and mutual funds for institutions and individuals globally. The firm operates various segments, including Investment Banking, Institutional Client Services, Investing & Lending, and Investment Management. Founded in 1869 and headquartered in New York, Goldman Sachs aims to drive technology-based disruption and invest in late-stage venture capital and growth equity transactions to build revolutionary businesses worldwide.
Enhanced Capital, founded in 1999 and headquartered in New York, is a national investment firm that specializes in equity and debt investments in small and mid-sized companies across the United States. With over $400 million in assets under management, Enhanced Capital focuses on providing various investment options designed to foster business growth and expansion. The firm adopts a flexible and practical investment approach, aimed at maximizing the growth potential of companies positioned for rapid development. As a subsidiary of P10 Holdings, Enhanced Capital remains committed to supporting the success of its portfolio companies through strategic financial partnerships.
Founded in 2009, Founder Collective is a venture capital firm headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in seed-stage and early-stage investments, primarily targeting technology-related companies across various sectors, including e-commerce, healthcare, advertising, mobile, and the Internet of Things. With approximately $50 million under management, Founder Collective focuses on East Coast investments while maintaining a global reach. The firm is built by a network of successful entrepreneurs and is industry agnostic, though it prefers companies with a strong information technology component.
AP Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on investments in pioneering technologies and startups utilizing the unique properties of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) to address global challenges. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the firm specializes in sectors that leverage PGMs, particularly in hydrogen infrastructure and sustainable energy solutions. Its investment strategy encompasses a range of areas, including hydrogen production, energy storage, and applications in fuel cell technology. The firm aims to support innovations that enhance low-carbon hydrogen production and improve resource efficiency in response to challenges such as renewable energy integration and a growing population. Led by a knowledgeable investment team, AP Ventures seeks to provide investors access to high-growth technologies that promise significant advancements in various industries.
New York Angels is one of the largest and most active angel investment organizations. Founded in 2004 as the successor organization to the NYNMA (New York New Media Association) Angel Investor Program, New York Angels is a membership organization of over 110 active angel investors and early stage venture capital funds. The group meets monthly to screen and present early stage technology companies, and its members have invested over $100 million since 2002 into over 90 ventures. In April of 2017, PItchbook identified New York Angels as #3 in their list of the 8 top VCs funding seed rounds of New York-based companies. Among the NYA membership are nationally known angel investors including Esther Dyson and David S. Rose. The group has one full-time staff, reporting to an 11 person Board of Directors chaired by Brian S. Cohen. Dr. Elizabeth Lindsey is currently Program Director of New York Angels. Since 2012, the membership has increased by 66% and investment activity has grown by over 215%. New York Angels concentrates on early stage investments in the range of $100,000 - $1,000,000, although it has led deals as large as $2 million. It receives over 2,200 financing applications annually, from which it selects 12-16 companies each month for an in-person screening, where all members of New York Angels are invited to attend. The group meets again for an Investment Breakfast at the end of the month, where 2-4 opportunities present to the membership with a goal to close their current investment round within two months. The group is considered a leader in the growing field of organized angel investing. It was the first member of the national Angel Capital Association, hosted the ACA Summit conference in 2006, and was the initial test group for the now-standard gust (Angelsoft) funding platform. Membership as an investor in New York Angels is by invitation only, and members are required to commit to investing at least $50,000 annually in early stage technology deals, in addition to the group's $3,500 annual membership dues. Requests for funding for entrepreneurial ventures may be self-submitted through the group's website. New York Angels charges no fees to entrepreneurs.
Bienville Capital is a New York-based investment firm established in December 2008 by childhood friends Billy Stimpson and Cullen Thompson, along with colleague Ralph Reynolds. The firm specializes in managing capital for select institutional and family office clients, focusing on investments in private equity and real assets across the United States and Latin America. Motivated by a desire to create an alternative to prevailing industry practices, Bienville Capital emphasizes flexibility and collaboration in its approach. The firm seeks to build a global community of experts, including political and economic consultants, to identify investment opportunities across various sectors, such as real estate and technology. With a team of 24 professionals based in New York, Bienville Capital aims to leverage its extensive network to uncover ideas and deliver returns for its clients.
Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, established in 2012, is a New York-based private equity firm specializing in seed stage investments in technology-facing industries. As a seed stage investor, the firm focuses on early-stage startups that are pre-revenue, pre-Powerpoint, pre-business plan, and even pre-product, offering support and guidance to help navigate the risks and uncertainties associated with launching a new business. With a keen eye for potential and a willingness to take on the unknown, Brooklyn Bridge Ventures plays a crucial role in helping innovative companies realize their full potential in the competitive technology landscape.
Brand Foundry Ventures is a consumer only venture capital firm based in New York. The firm seeks to invest in e-commerce, mobile commerce, consumer products, and consumer devices.
New York Life Insurance Company is a mutual life insurance firm headquartered in New York, established in 1845. It ranks among the largest life insurers globally, with over $540 billion in total assets under management and more than $19 billion in surplus. The company, along with its subsidiaries, offers a diverse array of insurance and investment products, including life insurance, long-term care insurance, disability insurance, and various annuities. New York Life also provides financial planning, investment management, and advisory services, catering to clients through a career agency force and third-party financial institutions. The firm serves customers not only in the United States but also in Mexico and Canada, and it has a presence in international markets, including Europe, Asia, and Australia. With a history spanning 175 years, New York Life remains committed to helping individuals and families secure their financial futures.