Investors in Business Services

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U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy is a government agency established in 1977, located in Washington, D.C. Its primary mission is to ensure the security and prosperity of the nation by tackling energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges. The Department focuses on promoting transformative scientific and technological solutions to address these issues, thereby supporting the country's energy needs and environmental sustainability.
Made 3 investments in Business Services

Foresight Group

Foresight Group is an independent alternative asset manager based in London, specializing in infrastructure and private equity investments. With a robust 30-year history, the firm manages over £2.2 billion in assets, raised from a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, family offices, pension funds, and institutional investors. Foresight offers a variety of investment products such as Limited Partnerships, Venture Capital Trusts, and Enterprise Investment Schemes, primarily targeting growth-stage companies across sectors like renewable energy, technology, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. The firm is committed to sustainable economic and social development, striving to generate long-term dividends and capital appreciation for its investors. Foresight Group operates internationally, with offices in the UK, USA, Italy, and Australia, and aims to develop innovative investment strategies that align with a smarter and more sustainable future.
Made 12 investments in Business Services

KKR

KKR is a global investment firm founded in 1976 and headquartered in New York. The firm specializes in managing a diverse range of alternative asset classes, including private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, and credit, often in collaboration with strategic partners who manage hedge funds. KKR aims to generate strong investment returns through a disciplined approach, focusing on high-quality investment opportunities across various sectors such as technology, healthcare, and consumer services. The firm operates internationally, with offices in major cities across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. KKR's investment strategies encompass various methods, including private equity buyouts, credit investments, and real estate financing, allowing it to adapt to changing market conditions and capitalize on unique opportunities. Through its comprehensive portfolio management, KKR seeks to drive growth and value creation for its investors and portfolio companies alike.
Made 13 investments in Business Services

FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, SaaS, and virtual reality. FJ Labs invests primarily in seed and Series A rounds, with an investment range between $50,000 and $5,000,000. The firm has backed notable companies including Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, ADORE ME, and Earnest.
Made 14 investments in Business Services

Hub International

HUB International Limited is a prominent global insurance brokerage that offers a diverse range of insurance and advisory services. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides business insurance products such as commercial property, general liability, cyber liability, and professional liability, alongside employee benefits including health and retirement planning. HUB International also delivers personal insurance solutions for property, casualty, health, and life. Its comprehensive services extend to risk management, claims management, and human resources consulting. The firm caters to various industries, including agribusiness, construction, healthcare, and education, with a network of over 300 satellite offices across North America and Brazil. HUB International’s structure allows it to address local market needs effectively while maintaining consistent operational standards. The company is recognized among the largest insurance brokers in the world, emphasizing its commitment to helping clients evaluate and manage their risks.
Made 48 investments in Business Services

MassChallenge

MassChallenge is a non-equity startup accelerator headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional locations in Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, Texas, and the UK. Founded in 2009, it focuses on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting high-potential startups across various industries globally. MassChallenge provides expert mentorship, a tailored curriculum, and access to corporate partners without taking any equity from the startups. Its programs, including specialized initiatives like MassChallenge FinTech and MassChallenge HealthTech, aim to facilitate partnerships between startups and established companies to drive innovation and growth. To date, MassChallenge has helped over 1,200 alumni raise more than $2 billion in funding and create over 65,000 jobs, demonstrating its significant impact on the global innovation ecosystem.
Made 21 investments in Business Services

European Bank for Reconstruction & Development

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is an investment firm established in 1991 to support the development of market economies and democracies in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia. As the largest single investor in the region, the EBRD focuses on private enterprises, investing primarily in minority equity positions and participating in private equity funds that target medium-sized companies seeking expansion. The firm mobilizes significant foreign direct investment and provides project financing for a variety of sectors, including banking, industry, and municipal services. It collaborates with publicly owned companies to facilitate privatization and restructuring efforts. The EBRD operates in countries committed to democratic principles and emphasizes strong corporate governance and environmental respect in all its investments. With a portfolio exceeding €130 billion across over 5,200 projects, the EBRD has also extended its financing initiatives to the Middle East and Africa, leveraging its expertise to foster economic growth and transformation.
Made 2 investments in Business Services

Massachusetts Capital Resource

Massachusetts Capital Resource Company, founded in 1977 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, serves as a private investment firm focused on addressing the funding gap for growing companies. The company provides risk capital in the form of mezzanine financing, long-term debt, and equity investments, specifically targeting emerging growth and middle-market firms. Its primary sectors of interest include manufacturing, distribution, service, and technology. By offering tailored investment solutions, Massachusetts Capital complements the financing available from senior lenders and equity investors, thereby supporting the growth and acquisition needs of companies operating in Massachusetts.

The Goldman Sachs Group

Goldman Sachs is a prominent global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm, established in 1869 and headquartered in New York City. The firm provides a range of services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Its Investment Banking segment offers advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring, as well as underwriting for public offerings and private placements of various securities. The Institutional Client Services segment focuses on client execution across fixed income, currencies, commodities, and equities, while also offering financing and securities lending to institutional clients. The Investing & Lending segment engages in originating long-term loans and investing in debt securities and real estate. Additionally, Goldman Sachs Asset Management serves both institutional and individual investors with comprehensive investment and advisory solutions across diverse asset classes. The firm also operates several specialized investment groups, including private equity and infrastructure funds, targeting a variety of sectors and investment strategies worldwide.
Made 11 investments in Business Services

Bossa Invest

Bossa Nova Investimentos e Administração S.A. is a venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in pre-seed, seed, startup, and early-stage investments. Founded in 2010, Bossa Nova is recognized as Brazil's first micro venture capital firm and has become the most active investor in the pre-seed stage within the country. The firm focuses on technology sectors, particularly software, service development, mobile applications, SaaS, and B2B solutions, and has expanded its investment activities to include companies in the United States. Bossa Nova typically makes minority investments, with funding ranging from R$0.1 million to R$0.8 million per project. Additionally, the firm manages the Bossa Nova Sports Tech Fund, which targets investments in consumer and business products, information technology, wellness, and gaming sectors, with preferred investment amounts between R$0.1 million and R$0.3 million across multiple companies.
Made 9 investments in Business Services

Capita Secure Information Systems

Capita Secure Information Systems, a division of Capita plc, specializes in providing consulting, digital, and software services predominantly to the public sector. The company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including business process management, customer management, and professional support services. Key areas of focus include information technology, human resources, and financial services, along with specialized offerings for sectors such as education, healthcare, and emergency services. Capita Secure Information Systems is dedicated to transforming client operations through innovative digital solutions, ensuring efficient service delivery and improved outcomes. The company primarily operates in the United Kingdom but also serves clients across various international markets. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in London, Capita plc has established itself as a significant player in delivering mission-critical IT services and business process outsourcing, emphasizing collaboration and partnership with its clients.
Made 32 investments in Business Services

Enhanced Capital

Enhanced Capital Partners, founded in 1999 and headquartered in New York City, is a national investment firm specializing in equity and debt investments in small and mid-sized companies across the United States. With over $400 million under management, the firm focuses on various sectors, including healthcare technology, renewable energy, and affordable housing projects. Enhanced Capital employs a flexible investment approach that includes offering tax credits, tax credit lending, and impact lending to foster the growth and expansion of businesses. The firm manages multiple funds that primarily target the lower middle market, utilizing federal and state incentive programs along with public policy investment strategies to maximize growth potential and support rapid development for its portfolio companies.

Microsoft

Microsoft Corporation is a leading American multinational technology company based in Redmond, Washington, that develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a diverse range of software products and services. Its offerings include the Windows operating system, Microsoft Office suite, and a variety of enterprise solutions through Microsoft Dynamics, which encompasses customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Additionally, Microsoft provides gaming hardware like Xbox consoles, as well as cloud services via Microsoft Azure. The company also runs several global accelerator programs, such as those in London, Seattle, Beijing, and Paris, aimed at nurturing startups by providing mentorship, technical support, and resources to foster growth and innovation. With a commitment to empowering entrepreneurs, Microsoft for Startups offers free access to its cloud services and facilitates connections with its extensive partner ecosystem. Founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975, Microsoft has established itself as a pivotal player in the technology sector, serving both consumer and commercial markets worldwide.
Made 11 investments in Business Services

British Business Bank

British Business Bank, established in 2014 and headquartered in Sheffield, is a government-owned development bank focused on enhancing financial support for smaller businesses in the United Kingdom. It operates through its commercial subsidiary, British Business Investments, which aims to generate commercial returns while investing alongside private sector partners. The bank provides a range of financial services, including asset-backed lending, leasing facilities, and start-up loans, and works to improve the effectiveness of finance markets by understanding the needs of small businesses. Additionally, British Business Bank manages various programs, such as the Regional Angels and Managed Funds, to support venture and growth capital investments. By facilitating collaboration between public and private sector funds, it aims to foster economic growth and ensure that smaller businesses have access to the necessary financial resources.
Made 2 investments in Business Services

LDC

LDC is a private equity firm established in 1981 and based in London, United Kingdom. As the private equity arm of Lloyds Banking Group, LDC specializes in providing financial investment services, primarily targeting small and mid-sized UK unquoted companies. The firm offers up to £100 million for various transactions, including management buyouts, development capital, secondary buyouts, and institutional buyouts. LDC has supported approximately 550 companies across diverse sectors, such as technology, healthcare, retail, travel, leisure, support services, construction, and financial services, positioning itself as a significant player in the private equity mid-market.
Made 24 investments in Business Services

Granite Creek Capital Partners

Granite Creek Capital Partners, based in Chicago, is a private equity firm that specializes in lower middle-market debt and equity investments. Established in 2005, the firm targets sectors including business services, niche manufacturing, food and agribusiness, healthcare, and value-added distribution. Granite Creek provides capital and operational support to high-performing businesses, assisting entrepreneurs in their growth phases or during transitional events requiring additional liquidity. The investment team, which has extensive experience in private equity, lending, strategy, and operations, aims to deliver resources that are often inaccessible to smaller businesses. By focusing on building partnerships with its portfolio companies, Granite Creek enhances their potential for success and sustainable growth.

Salesforce

Salesforce is a global cloud computing company that specializes in providing business software on a subscription basis, primarily known for its customer relationship management (CRM) solutions. Founded in 1999 and based in California, Salesforce offers a comprehensive suite of products, including Sales Cloud for managing customer information, Service Cloud for customer support, Marketing Cloud for digital marketing, and Analytics Cloud for data insights. The Customer 360 platform integrates customer data across various systems to enhance sales, service, marketing, and commerce functions. Additionally, Salesforce Ventures, the company's venture capital arm, invests in technology-related startups, providing funding and access to its extensive cloud ecosystem. Since its inception in 2009, Salesforce Ventures has supported over 250 enterprise cloud startups worldwide, promoting innovation and encouraging corporate philanthropy through initiatives like Pledge 1%.
Made 19 investments in Business Services

Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital (GFC) is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The firm is stage agnostic, meaning it invests in companies at various stages of development, from early-stage ventures to those preparing for an initial public offering. GFC focuses on empowering talented entrepreneurs and seeks investment opportunities in sectors such as internet, retail, financial software, media, communication, and information technology. With a global perspective, GFC aims to support innovative companies across all continents.
Made 6 investments in Business Services

Antler

Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm founded in Singapore in 2017, focused on identifying and investing in exceptional individuals and early-stage technology companies with the potential to become defining businesses of tomorrow. With a presence in major entrepreneurial hubs across six continents, Antler supports startups from inception through to growth, providing assistance in team formation, business model validation, and capital investment at the pre-seed stage and beyond. Since its inception, Antler has invested in over 200 companies, with a notable emphasis on diversity; 40% of these companies have at least one female co-founder and founders represent 70 different nationalities. The firm has established multiple funds targeting various regions, including Southeast Asia and East Africa, and aims to build long-term relationships with its portfolio companies as a committed investor and supporter.
Made 5 investments in Business Services

Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with additional offices in major cities across North America. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and late-stage pre-IPO investments, focusing on companies with an alumni connection and supported by established institutional lead investors. Alumni Ventures aims to provide accredited investors, particularly alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, with access to diversified venture portfolios that span various sectors and geographic regions. The firm typically invests between $0.01 million and $3 million and does not require board or observer seats in its portfolio companies. Through its managed fund families, Alumni Ventures enables investors to participate in a collaborative investment approach, fostering connections among alumni while facilitating investment opportunities in innovative ventures.
Made 10 investments in Business Services

Soma Capital

Soma Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It focuses on investing in seed-stage startups primarily in the software sector, with a particular interest in areas such as B2B SaaS, artificial intelligence, fintech, clean-tech, frontier-tech, prop-tech, cryptocurrency, health tech, and consumer industries. Soma Capital aims to support founders by leveraging insights from its own founding experience. The firm has successfully invested in several high-profile startups, which collectively are valued at over $60 billion, including notable companies such as Cruise, Rappi, Ironclad, Human Interest, Razorpay, Rippling, and Lambda School. Soma Capital operates as a Registered Investment Adviser and targets opportunities across diverse regions, including Africa, the Middle East, South America, and Asia.
Made 5 investments in Business Services

SoftBank Investment Advisers

SoftBank Investment Advisers is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in growth equity and late-stage investments. It is a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp. The firm focuses primarily on the technology sector, targeting areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, internet-of-things, telecommunications, computational biology, cloud technologies, fintech, consumer internet, and healthcare. SoftBank Investment Advisers typically invests a minimum of $100 million in both minority and majority stakes in private or public companies, with a strong emphasis on opportunities in the United States and globally. Established in 2017, the firm aims to leverage its operational expertise and extensive global network to foster innovation and drive growth in its portfolio companies.
Made 17 investments in Business Services

Torch Capital

Torch Capital is a New York-based investment firm established in 2018 that focuses on supporting the next generation of mission-driven consumer companies. The firm specializes in investing in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, fintech, food and beverage, digital media, e-commerce, and marketplaces. Torch Capital seeks to identify and nurture brand-focused platforms, products, and services that have the potential to drive significant industry change.
Made 4 investments in Business Services

Ares Management

leading global alternative asset manager
Made 3 investments in Business Services

SMBC Venture Capital

SMBC Venture Capital Co., Ltd. is the private equity and venture capital arm of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, established in 2005 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in Osaka. The firm specializes in growth capital and buyout investments, focusing on a diverse range of industries, including information technology, life sciences, services, and manufacturing. By leveraging its extensive financial services background, SMBC Venture Capital aims to support the growth and development of innovative companies in these sectors.
Made 9 investments in Business Services

Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a wide range of financing solutions and support services for businesses at various stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, the company offers medium to long-term loans, export insurance, real estate and equipment leasing, and working capital loans. Bpifrance also invests in startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies through direct investments and fund management activities. Additionally, it provides consulting services for executives and training for CEOs, aiming to facilitate innovation and growth. Bpifrance was formed from the merger of several entities in July 2013, including OSEO, CDC Entreprises, and FSI, to enhance its role in supporting the financing of the French economy.
Made 5 investments in Business Services

Investcorp

Investcorp, founded in 1982 and based in Manama, Bahrain, is a private equity firm that specializes in a range of alternative investment products, including private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and venture capital. The firm manages funds that primarily invest in senior secured corporate debt from mid and large-cap companies across Western Europe and the United States. Investcorp also engages in infrastructure investments in the Gulf region, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, education, and renewable energy. Over the years, the firm has expanded its assets under management through strategic acquisitions, such as the purchase of 3i's debt management business, which significantly bolstered its portfolio. With a commitment to reliability and value creation, Investcorp combines the dynamics of Gulf capital with international management expertise to deliver superior investment results.
Made 6 investments in Business Services

StartX

The World’s First Complete Business EcoSystem. Tailored services to guide, teach and grow you, whether you are an existing business or an ambitious entrepreneur following your dreams with innovative ideas, load your projects to build your legacy or maybe you just want to have a online consult for advice or join an online group session in an easier, quicker and cheaper way than ever before. With an in app marketplace also, that allows you the opportunity to rent out your unused property or any spare space that you have to others, making you some good money by helping entrepreneurs and priceless networking opportunities by being at the right place at the right time in our networking channel.
Made 4 investments in Business Services

Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital, founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a prominent venture capital firm that invests in early to growth stage companies across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, and consumer services. The firm specializes in supporting startups and emerging growth companies, typically investing between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. Sequoia Capital operates globally, with a presence in regions such as Israel, China, and Southeast Asia, and has built a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies like Airbnb, Alibaba, and JD.com. The firm emphasizes a partnership approach with entrepreneurs, leveraging decades of experience to guide them from initial concept through to public offering and beyond.
Made 27 investments in Business Services

National Science Foundation

The National Science Foundation (NSF), established in 1950 and located in Alexandria, Virginia, is an independent federal agency dedicated to advancing fundamental research and education across all scientific and engineering disciplines. With an annual budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF operates America's Seed Fund, which allocates nearly $200 million each year to support startups and small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. This initiative provides non-dilutive funding of up to $1.5 million to assist in research and development efforts, thereby facilitating the transformation of scientific discoveries into commercially viable products and services. By helping to de-risk technology, the NSF plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges through scientific advancements.
Made 23 investments in Business Services

Ulu Ventures

Ulu Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in seed-stage and early-stage investments in technology companies. Founded in 2008, the firm primarily targets opportunities in sectors such as enterprise IT, educational technology, legal informatics, and internet-enabled services. Ulu Ventures focuses on investments in the Bay Area, leveraging the market opportunities created by the Stanford and Silicon Valley communities. The firm typically co-invests with other investors, aiming for cumulative investments between $500,000 and $1 million. Ulu Ventures utilizes a disciplined decision-making process that emphasizes risk-reward trade-offs and logical principles of portfolio construction, distinguishing itself from other venture capital firms. Its investment strategy includes a preference for companies with viable exit strategies in subsequent stages of growth.
Made 5 investments in Business Services

CBIZ

CBIZ, Inc. is a management consulting firm based in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 1987. The company provides a broad range of professional business services primarily tailored for small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, governmental entities, and not-for-profit organizations across the United States and Canada. Its offerings encompass financial services such as accounting, tax, financial advisory, and valuation, along with employee services that include health benefits, retirement planning, and payroll services. Additionally, CBIZ specializes in medical management services, aiding hospital-based physicians with coding, billing, and practice management, as well as revenue cycle optimization. The firm also supports various sectors, including healthcare, agribusiness, construction, and technology, through risk advisory, mergers and acquisitions, and real estate consulting. CBIZ is recognized as a member firm of Kreston International Ltd.
Made 4 investments in Business Services

TA Associates

TA Associates, established in 1968 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is one of the oldest and largest private equity firms globally. The firm focuses on investing in private companies across various sectors, including business services, consumer products, financial services, technology, and healthcare. With a commitment to supporting management teams in building their businesses, TA Associates has developed a diverse portfolio of approximately 380 current and former companies. The firm expanded its reach by opening offices in Silicon Valley, London, Mumbai, and Hong Kong, allowing it to engage in buyouts, growth equity, and recapitalizations, as well as private debt investments since 2000. Through its strategic approach, TA Associates aims to provide steady support to its portfolio companies throughout economic cycles.
Made 20 investments in Business Services

Norwest Venture Partners

NVP Associates, LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in a diverse range of investment stages and sectors. Established in 1961, the firm focuses on seed, startup, early, mid, and late-stage investments in both listed and unlisted companies, with particular emphasis on technology, healthcare, consumer products, and financial services. NVP Associates seeks to invest between $10 million and $150 million, depending on the stage and nature of the investment, often leading or co-investing with other firms. The firm has a global investment strategy, concentrating on markets in the Asia-Pacific region, the United States, India, Israel, and China. Its portfolio spans various industries, including medical devices, information technology, enterprise software, and digital health. NVP Associates aims to support companies with strong growth potential, leveraging its extensive network and operational expertise to foster development and achieve significant returns.
Made 9 investments in Business Services

U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. We recognize that small business is critical to our economic recovery and strength, to building America's future, and to helping the United States compete in today's global marketplace. Although SBA has grown and evolved in the years since it was established in 1953, the bottom line mission remains the same. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations, SBA delivers its services to people throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the U. S. Virgin Islands and Guam. Overview & History Since its founding on July 30, 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration has delivered millions of loans, loan guarantees, contracts, counseling sessions and other forms of assistance to small businesses. The SBA was officially established in 1953, but its philosophy and mission began to take shape years earlier in a number of predecessor agencies, largely as a response to the pressures of the Great Depression and World War II. The Reconstruction Finance Corporation (RFC), created by President Herbert Hoover in 1932 to alleviate the financial crisis of the Great Depression, was SBA's grandparent. The RFC was basically a federal lending program for all businesses hurt by the Depression, large and small. It was adopted as the personal project of Hoover's successor, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and was staffed by some of Roosevelt's most capable and dedicated workers. Concern for small business intensified during World War II, when large industries beefed up production to accommodate wartime defense contracts and smaller businesses were left unable to compete. To help small business participate in war production and give them financial viability, Congress created the Smaller War Plants Corporation (SWPC) in 1942. The SWPC provided direct loans to private entrepreneurs, encouraged large financial institutions to make credit available to small enterprises, and advocated small business interests to federal procurement agencies and big businesses. The SWPC was dissolved after the war, and its lending and contract powers were handed over to the RFC. At this time, the Office of Small Business (OSB) in the Department of Commerce also assumed some responsibilities that would later become characteristic duties of the SBA. Its services were primarily educational. Believing that a lack of information and expertise was the main cause of small business failure, the OSB produced brochures and conducted management counseling for individual entrepreneurs. Congress created another wartime organization to handle small business concerns during the Korean War, this time called the Small Defense Plants Administration (SDPA). Its functions were similar to those of the SWPC, except that ultimate lending authority was retained by the RFC. The SDPA certified small businesses to the RFC when it had determined the businesses to be competent to perform the work of government contracts. By 1952, a move was on to abolish the RFC. To continue the important functions of the earlier agencies, President Dwight Eisenhower proposed creation of a new small business agency -- the Small Business Administration (SBA). In the Small Business Act of July 30, 1953, Congress created the Small Business Administration, whose function was to "aid, counsel, assist and protect, insofar as is possible, the interests of small business concerns." The charter also stipulated that the SBA would ensure small businesses a "fair proportion" of government contracts and sales of surplus property. By 1954, SBA already was making direct business loans and guaranteeing bank loans to small businesses, as well as making loans to victims of natural disasters, working to get government procurement contracts for small businesses and helping business owners with management and technical assistance and business training. The Investment Company Act of 1958 established the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Program, under which SBA licensed, regulated and helped provide funds for privately owned and operated venture capital investment firms. They specialized in providing long-term debt and equity investments to high-risk small businesses. Its creation was the result of a Federal Reserve study that discovered, in the simplest terms, that small businesses could not get the credit they needed to keep pace with technological advancement. In 1964, SBA began to attack poverty through the Equal Opportunity Loan (EOL) Program. The EOL Program relaxed the credit and collateral requirements for applicants living below the poverty level in an effort to encourage new businesses that had been unable to attract financial backing, but were nevertheless sound commercial initiatives. SBA has grown in terms of total assistance provided and its array of programs tailored to encourage small enterprises in all areas. SBA's programs now include financial and federal contract procurement assistance, management assistance, and specialized outreach to women, minorities and armed forces veterans. The SBA also provides loans to victims of natural disasters and specialized advice and assistance in international trade.
Made 3 investments in Business Services

Gaingels

Gaingels is a venture capital investment firm founded in 2014 and based in Burlington, Vermont. It specializes in investing in companies led by LGBT+ founders and C-suite leaders across various stages of growth, as well as in established firms aiming to create more inclusive teams. With a global portfolio of over 130 companies and $70 million in investment capital deployed, Gaingels actively supports its portfolio by helping to identify and recruit diverse talent for leadership roles. The firm fosters a vibrant community of industry leaders, investors, operators, and entrepreneurs who are united in their mission to drive positive social change through business and successful investments.
Made 5 investments in Business Services

Mitsubishi UFJ Capital

Mitsubishi UFJ Capital Co., Ltd. is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 1974. The firm focuses on seed, development stage, and start-up investments, primarily targeting sectors such as healthcare, biotechnology, information technology, electronics, and high technology. It aims to invest in companies relevant to the Japanese market and actively engages in investment syndication for Japanese opportunities. In addition to its domestic focus, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital also makes venture investments in the United States. The firm manages several venture capital funds, including those dedicated to life sciences and technology sectors, further diversifying its investment portfolio. With additional offices in Osaka and Nagoya, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital plays a significant role in advancing innovation and growth within its targeted industries.
Made 3 investments in Business Services

BC Partners

BC Partners is an international alternative investment firm established in 1986, headquartered in London, with offices in Hamburg, Paris, and New York. The firm manages over €23 billion in assets and focuses on private equity, credit, and real estate investments. BC Partners targets market-leading businesses across seven key sectors, including media, retail, technology, healthcare, banking, business services, and utilities. Its private equity division, known for its strategic approach, has executed more than 113 investments, totaling an enterprise value of €145 billion. By fostering a collaborative environment, BC Partners' investment professionals operate as an integrated team, leveraging their extensive networks in Europe and North America to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities.
Made 9 investments in Business Services

Veronis Suhler Stevenson

Veronis Suhler Stevenson is an investment firm based in New York, established in 1987. The firm specializes in private equity and post-IPO equity investments, with a focus on various sectors including financial services, business services, healthcare, education, and technology. Additionally, its research division conducts industry analysis primarily centered on information, education, media, communications, and business services. By employing fundamental analysis, the firm produces reports that provide clients with valuable insights into demographic, economic, technological, institutional, behavioral, and competitive market data. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including consultants, research analysts, companies, lenders, and investment bankers, offering proprietary research to support its investment processes and enhance understanding of industry trends.
Made 6 investments in Business Services

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.
Made 1 investments in Business Services

Silver Oak Services Partners

Silver Oak Services Partners is a lower-middle market private equity firm established in 2005 and based in Evanston, Illinois. The firm specializes in investing exclusively in service-oriented businesses, with a particular focus on the business services, healthcare services, and consumer services sectors. Silver Oak aims to collaborate with outstanding management teams to develop and enhance industry-leading companies within these areas. As a Registered Investment Adviser, the firm is dedicated to fostering growth and value creation in its portfolio companies.
Made 1 investments in Business Services

Societe Generale

Societe Generale, established in 1864 and headquartered in Paris, France, is a prominent European financial services group that operates on a diversified banking model. With a presence in 67 countries and a workforce of over 149,000, the group serves approximately 31 million clients, including individuals, businesses, and institutional investors. Societe Generale provides a broad range of financial solutions, including advisory services, asset management, investment banking, and capital markets services. The firm specializes in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, trading, derivatives, and clearing services, catering to clients across various sectors, including energy, telecommunications, and aerospace. Additionally, Societe Generale is committed to corporate social responsibility, actively engaging in community support initiatives around its offices, particularly in areas of high deprivation. The group's mission is to foster positive transformations in the world while empowering its clients to achieve their financial goals.

ABM Industries

ABM Industries Incorporated is a provider of integrated facility solutions, operating primarily in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1909 and headquartered in New York, the company serves a diverse range of clients, including commercial, governmental, industrial, institutional, residential, and retail sectors. ABM operates through several segments: Business & Industry, Technology & Manufacturing, Education, Aviation, and Technical Solutions. Its services encompass janitorial and facility engineering, parking, landscaping, mechanical and electrical services, as well as vehicle maintenance for rental car providers. The company has a significant focus on commercial real estate properties and sports venues, offering end-to-end integrated facilities management solutions tailored to the needs of its clients. ABM has also expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, enhancing its service offerings in various sectors.
Made 13 investments in Business Services

Incubate Fund No. II

Incubate Fund is a venture capital firm established in May 2010 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in Singapore. The firm specializes in seed, startup, and early-stage investments, focusing on sectors such as media, entertainment, gaming, online commerce, logistics, medical, financial, real estate, and housing. Incubate Fund primarily invests in mobile, social, and web services with a global perspective, targeting opportunities in North America, Japan, and Asia. The firm typically makes equity investments ranging from $200,000 to $3 million. Additionally, Incubate Fund India, founded in 2016 and based in Bengaluru, operates as a subsidiary, concentrating on pre-seed and seed-stage startups in India.
Made 8 investments in Business Services

Global Brain

Global Brain is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm founded in 1998, specializing in early-stage investments across various sectors, including e-commerce, software, gaming, media, IoT, education, entertainment, and fintech. The firm has expanded its investment activities to the US and Asia, targeting series A-stage technology companies. Since its inception, Global Brain has invested in approximately 30 companies, achieving seven initial public offerings and seven mergers and acquisitions. The firm supports its portfolio companies by providing not only capital but also strategic guidance, partnerships, and team-building resources to help them reach their milestones. Global Brain is particularly adept in e-commerce, operating a platform called EC-PLANET, which encompasses several group companies, including a large online sports goods store and a logistics firm offering comprehensive fulfillment services. This network, along with Global Brain's connections to established Japanese companies, facilitates market entry for US and Asian businesses into Japan.
Made 9 investments in Business Services

BNP Paribas

BNP Paribas is a prominent international commercial bank headquartered in Paris, France, offering a wide array of banking and financial services globally. The organization operates through two primary divisions: Retail Banking and Services, and Corporate and Institutional Banking. It provides various services, including corporate vehicle leasing, digital banking, cash management, and wealth management. Additionally, BNP Paribas extends credit solutions to individuals and offers savings and protection plans. The bank is also engaged in asset management through its subsidiary, BNP Paribas Asset Management, which caters to both institutional and individual investors with services such as mutual funds, private equity, and hedge funds. The company’s investment strategies encompass equities, fixed income, real estate, and money markets. With a legacy dating back to 1848, BNP Paribas has established itself as a key player in the global financial landscape, continuously adapting to meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele.
Made 1 investments in Business Services

YFM Equity Partners

YFM Equity Partners LLP is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Leeds, United Kingdom, specializing in growth capital investments and management buyouts. Established in 1982, the firm focuses on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors, including energy, healthcare, technology, consumer goods, and advanced manufacturing. YFM seeks investment opportunities in mid and late-stage companies that are not engaged in primary industries, primarily within the UK, although it also invests in the United States. The firm typically commits between £2 million and £10 million to its portfolio companies, aiming to acquire a majority stake and actively participate in governance through board memberships. YFM Equity Partners is owned by its senior management and investment team, emphasizing a hands-on approach to supporting the growth and development of its investments, with an exit strategy planned within five years through sales or public listings. The firm operates from multiple offices in the UK, including Leeds, London, Birmingham, and Sheffield.
Made 5 investments in Business Services

Converge Technology Solutions

Converge Technology Solutions is a Canadian company that operates as a national platform of regionally focused Hybrid IT solution providers in the United States and Canada. The company offers a range of services, including advanced analytics, multi-cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and managed services, tailored to meet the needs of both public and private sector organizations. By connecting best-of-breed services and leveraging expertise in digital infrastructure, Converge aims to address various business and IT challenges faced by its clients. Its regional sales and service organizations are positioned to deliver these solutions effectively, ensuring a comprehensive approach to modern IT needs.
Made 11 investments in Business Services

Cathay Innovation

Cathay Innovation is a global early growth venture capital firm founded in 2015, affiliated with Cathay Capital Private Equity. It focuses on investing in startups that drive technological transformation across various sectors including consumer, enterprise, artificial intelligence, digital health, and finance technology. With a strategy that spans North America, Europe, and Asia, Cathay Innovation aims to support digital entrepreneurs by providing them access to a vast network of corporates and industry expertise. The firm manages over $1.5 billion in assets and operates from offices in key cities such as San Francisco, Paris, Beijing, Shanghai, and Singapore. The Sino-French Innovation Fund, a key initiative of Cathay Innovation, targets investments in innovative startups primarily in France and China, with plans to allocate between 5 million and 25 million Euros to each venture. By bridging continents and fostering collaboration among investors and entrepreneurs, Cathay Innovation seeks to accelerate startup growth and facilitate market access.
Made 5 investments in Business Services

Genpact

Genpact Limited specializes in business process management and information technology services, utilizing processes, analytics, and technology to enhance operational efficiency for its clients. The company serves a variety of industry sectors, including banking and financial services, insurance, capital markets, consumer goods, life sciences, healthcare, infrastructure, manufacturing, and high-tech. Genpact offers a comprehensive range of services, encompassing finance and accounting, procurement, risk and compliance, human resources, IT management, and customer services. With a strong focus on process expertise, the company assists clients in making informed decisions through analytics and business consulting. Originating as a spin-off from General Electric, Genpact continues to derive significant revenue from this relationship, while primarily serving the Indian market.
Made 8 investments in Business Services