Investors in Leveraged Buyout

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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 23 investments in Leveraged Buyout

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 16 investments in Leveraged Buyout

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 10 investments in Leveraged Buyout

U.S. International Development Finance Corp

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is America’s development bank. DFC partners with the private sector to finance solutions to the most critical challenges facing the developing world today. We invest in projects that create jobs in emerging markets in sectors including energy, healthcare, critical infrastructure, telecommunications, and financing for small businesses and women entrepreneurs. DFC investments adhere to high standards and respect the environment, human rights, and worker rights.
Made 1 investments in Leveraged Buyout

HPS Investment Partners

HPS Investment Partners is a global investment firm focused on non-investment grade credit, established in 2007 and headquartered in New York, with ten additional offices worldwide. Originally formed as a unit of Highbridge Capital Management, a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan Asset Management, the firm was known as Highbridge Principal Strategies before its acquisition by its principals in 2016. HPS manages various investment strategies across the capital structure, including leveraged loans, high-yield bonds, senior secured debt, mezzanine financing, and private equity. The firm is dedicated to providing investment opportunities in both large and small companies through standard or customized solutions, emphasizing credit and longer-dated liquid investments. As of mid-2016, HPS had approximately $30 billion in assets under management.

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 21 investments in Leveraged Buyout

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 1 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Presight Capital

Presight Capital is an international venture capital firm founded in 2019 and based in West Hollywood, California. Founded by entrepreneur and investor Christian Angermayer, the firm focuses on early-stage investment opportunities across various sectors, including biotechnology, consumer technology, fintech, deep tech, food tech, cryptocurrency, and healthcare. Presight Capital primarily collaborates with a network of entrepreneurs and investors, leveraging their expertise and connections to identify promising ventures. The firm's main limited partner is Angermayer's family office, Apeiron. As a registered investment adviser, Presight Capital aims to support innovative companies that are poised for growth in cutting-edge industries.
Made 11 investments in Leveraged Buyout

ICON Investments

ICON Investments is an asset management company based in New York, with additional offices in Boston, London, and Singapore. Founded in 1984, the firm specializes in providing alternative investment products to both individual and institutional investors through publicly registered programs, private funds, and separately managed accounts. It focuses on capital markets and advisory services, particularly for middle-market companies, and distributes its investment solutions through financial intermediaries. ICON Investments was previously known as ICON Capital Corp. before rebranding in 2011. The firm operates as a subsidiary of Icon Holdings Corp.

Oppenheimer & Company

Oppenheimer & Co. is a distinguished financial services firm, founded in 1881 and headquartered in New York City. The company operates as a middle-market investment bank and full-service broker-dealer, offering a comprehensive range of services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Its primary offerings include brokerage services for various securities, financial and wealth planning, asset management, and margin lending. Oppenheimer also specializes in investment banking, providing strategic advisory services, capital markets products, and assistance with mergers and acquisitions. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, families, businesses, institutions, and investment advisers. By delivering tailored financial solutions, Oppenheimer & Co. aims to meet the evolving needs of its clients in a dynamic market environment.

L Catterton

L Catterton is a private equity firm based in Greenwich, Connecticut, founded in 1989. The firm specializes in providing capital to support acquisitions, management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth initiatives for mid-market consumer businesses. L Catterton focuses on various sectors within the consumer industry, including food and beverage, retail, consumer products, and media services. In 2016, it was formed through the merger of Catterton Partners and L Capital Management, enhancing its capabilities in buyout investments. The firm manages several funds aimed at different investment stages and geographic regions, including North America and Latin America, with investment sizes typically ranging from $10 million to $500 million. L Catterton also emphasizes impact investments targeting areas such as education, health, and climate-related initiatives, reflecting its commitment to responsible investing.
Made 3 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Blackstone

Blackstone is a global investment firm headquartered in New York, specializing in alternative asset management across various sectors, including private equity, real estate, credit, and life sciences. Founded in 1985 by Stephen A. Schwarzman and Peter G. Peterson, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including pension funds, institutional investors, and charitable organizations, managing significant assets on their behalf. Blackstone employs a comprehensive investment strategy that integrates qualitative and quantitative analyses to identify opportunities across public and private markets. The firm also includes subsidiaries focused on secondary private equity investments and life sciences, partnering with industries to support the development of innovative healthcare solutions. With a presence in major financial centers worldwide, Blackstone is recognized for its commitment to creating long-term value for its investors and the broader community.
Made 21 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Summit Group

Summit Group is a London-based firm founded in 1985 that focuses on investing in various sectors, including finance, marketing, business services, property services, medical services, and energy. The company primarily seeks opportunities in start-ups and early-stage ventures but is also open to distress refinancing of more mature businesses and buyouts. In addition to its investment activities, Summit Property, a subsidiary specializing in property development, collaborates with landowners to undertake development projects. This partnership model allows Summit Property to share in the profits generated from these developments, further enhancing its investment strategy.
Made 1 investments in Leveraged Buyout

SEI

SEI Investments is a privately owned investment manager based in Toronto, Canada, operating as a subsidiary of SEI Investments Co. Established in 1993, the firm specializes in providing investment management services to pension plans, endowments, foundations, and unions. SEI Investments offers a range of products, including equity, fixed income, and balanced mutual funds, and manages pension funds while investing in global public equity and fixed income markets. The company also delivers comprehensive wealth solutions and fund administration services to financial service firms, institutional investors, and high-net-worth individuals. With a focus on innovative and effective solutions, SEI Investments aims to enhance the success of its clients across various industries, including retail, media, software, and healthcare.

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 10 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Riverside Company

The Riverside Company is a prominent global private equity firm established in 1988, headquartered in New York. It specializes in making control and non-control investments in growth-stage businesses valued at up to $400 million. With a diverse portfolio that includes over 80 companies, Riverside has completed more than 480 transactions across various sectors, including business services, consumer brands, education and training, franchising, healthcare, software, information technology, and specialty manufacturing. The firm operates internationally, with investment activities spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand.

Accion

Accion is a global nonprofit organization founded in 1961 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to promoting financial inclusion. The organization works to provide underserved individuals and small businesses with access to essential financial tools that can enhance their lives and foster community growth. Accion engages with financial service providers to deliver affordable, high-quality solutions at scale, challenging industry norms and advocating for regulatory changes to support financial accessibility. Through its Venture Lab initiative, Accion invests in innovative fintech startups that utilize technology and new business models to improve the quality and reduce the cost of financial services for those traditionally excluded from the formal economy. The organization offers both financial investments and strategic support, including governance and operational assistance, to help these startups grow and succeed. Accion's commitment to enhancing financial health and capabilities aims to create a more inclusive financial landscape globally.
Made 7 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Fortress Investment Group

Fortress Investment Group LLC, founded in 1998 and headquartered in New York, is a global alternative asset manager specializing in a variety of investment strategies, including private equity, credit, liquid markets, and traditional asset management. The firm manages private equity funds, hedge funds, real estate, and publicly traded investment vehicles, serving over 1,500 institutional investors and private clients worldwide. Fortress focuses on investments across diverse sectors such as healthcare, commercial products, food and beverages, information technology, financial services, transportation, energy, and infrastructure. In 2017, Fortress entered into a merger agreement with SoftBank, allowing it to operate independently while benefiting from SoftBank's resources and global reach.
Made 2 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Accel

Accel is a venture capital firm founded in 1983 and based in Palo Alto, California. It specializes in early and growth-stage investments, focusing primarily on technology startups in sectors such as cloud computing, software, digital media, and fintech. With additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore, Accel employs localized strategies to identify and support entrepreneurs capable of building category-defining businesses. The firm has a notable portfolio featuring companies like Facebook, Spotify, and Slack, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation across various industries. Accel manages several funds, targeting investments ranging from $5 million to $15 million, and has a robust global presence that includes partnerships in India and China.
Made 14 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Upper90 Capital Management

Upper90 is a technology-focused private equity fund based in New York, specializing in providing founder-friendly credit and equity solutions to emerging asset classes, particularly in e-commerce, enterprise, and fintech. With a strong emphasis on leveraging new data sources, Upper90 invests between $5 million and $25 million in startups that demonstrate predictable revenue models. Since its inception in 2018, the fund has garnered over 300 business builders as investors, managing approximately $485 million in assets under management and facilitating over $1.5 billion in total originations. The founders bring extensive operational experience from notable companies, and they aim to support companies in accelerating their growth by connecting them with strategic limited partners. Upper90 also manages a dedicated eCommerce Opportunities Fund, targeting investments specifically in the information technology and e-commerce sectors.
Made 5 investments in Leveraged Buyout

LO3 Capital

Founded in 2014, LO3 Capital is a lending firm headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm provides debt facilities such as senior debt, subordinated debt and equity, unitranche, and subordinate financing to lower-middle market companies to support acquisitions, leveraged buy-outs, management buy-outs, recapitalizations, and debt refinancings.

Vertex Holdings

Vertex Holdings is a venture capital firm founded in 1988 and based in Singapore, with a focus on investing in the technology and healthcare sectors. It operates a global network of operator-investors, managing portfolios across the U.S., China, Israel, India, and Southeast Asia. Vertex Holdings aims to support innovative entrepreneurs by providing them with essential operating experience and access to capital, talent, partners, and customers necessary for building successful global businesses. The firm emphasizes early-stage investments, particularly in enterprise and deep tech companies, and seeks to be a dedicated partner to startups from their inception.
Made 11 investments in Leveraged Buyout

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 13 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Barclays

Barclays PLC is a global financial services company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a history dating back to 1690. The firm operates through two main divisions: Barclays UK and Barclays International, providing a wide range of financial products and services across retail and corporate sectors. Barclays offers retail banking services, including deposit accounts, credit cards, and consumer lending, while its corporate and investment banking services encompass mergers and acquisitions advisory, capital raising, and risk management solutions. The company also provides wealth management services for high-net-worth individuals and institutions, alongside securities trading and comprehensive cash management solutions. With a presence in over 50 countries, Barclays serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, corporations, governments, and institutional investors, managing the financial needs of more than 48 million customers globally.
Made 1 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Wavemaker Partners

Wavemaker Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2003 dual-headquartered in Los Angeles and Singapore. We have over $265M in assets under management, have invested in over 300 portfolio companies, and have consistently delivered top quartile returns to our investors. Wavemaker is the regional partner for Southern California and Southeast Asia of the Draper Venture Network (DVN), the world's leading VC collective comprising of 10 firms across 5 continents.
Made 1 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Khosla Ventures

Khosla Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2004 by Vinod Khosla, co-founder of Sun Microsystems, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The firm manages over $5 billion and focuses on investing in a diverse range of sectors, including consumer technology, enterprise solutions, education, healthcare, financial services, agriculture, sustainable energy, and robotics. Khosla Ventures provides not only capital but also strategic guidance to entrepreneurs, particularly in early-stage ventures, where it often supports innovative and unconventional projects. The firm seeks to back companies that are driven by breakthrough technologies, with investment sizes ranging from $100,000 to over $20 million. Khosla Ventures maintains a collaborative approach, frequently co-investing with other firms, including Kleiner Perkins, with which it has historical ties.
Made 7 investments in Leveraged Buyout

FMO

FMO, the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank, is a financial institution based in The Hague, Netherlands, founded in 1970 through a collaboration between the Dutch government and various financial entities. It focuses on supporting the private sector in developing countries and emerging markets across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Central and Eastern Europe. FMO provides a diverse range of financial products, including long-term project financing, private equity, loans, guarantees, and mezzanine financing. Its investment portfolio is primarily allocated to financial institutions, energy, agribusiness, food and water, and private equity. By offering capital, expertise, and networks, FMO aims to foster sustainable economic development and empower local businesses and projects.
Made 7 investments in Leveraged Buyout

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 Leveraged Buyout

Lendable

Lendable, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on providing debt financing to fintech firms in emerging and frontier markets. Founded in 2014, Lendable offers a platform that connects alternative lenders with institutional debt investors, facilitating access to capital for high-growth companies in Africa and other developing regions. The company develops risk analytics tools, including a comprehensive database that supports the improvement and validation of credit models, and a risk engine that assesses individual and portfolio-level credit risks. Lendable's mission is to enhance impact investing as a viable asset class by leveraging technology and financial products to serve the needs of underserved borrowers.
Made 2 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Victory Park Capital

Victory Park Capital Advisors, LLC is a private equity firm founded in 2007 and based in Chicago, Illinois, with additional offices in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. The firm specializes in providing private debt and equity solutions to both emerging and established businesses that often face challenges accessing traditional capital sources. Its investment focus spans various sectors, including restaurants, gaming, lodging, leisure, oil and gas, fintech, airlines, and specialty finance. Victory Park Capital typically invests between $5 million and $100 million, targeting lower middle-market companies with revenues up to $250 million and up to $30 million in EBITDA. The firm often takes a majority stake in its portfolio companies and plays a leadership role in financial restructuring processes. Through its extensive network and expertise in special situations and credit structuring, the firm aims to accelerate value creation and generate attractive returns for its investors.
Made 9 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Monashees

Monashees is a venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2005. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies across various sectors, including technology, e-commerce, financial services, and consumer products, primarily in South America and Mexico. Monashees supports entrepreneurs who are dedicated to creating innovative solutions that enhance lives and transform markets. Notable investments include companies such as ContaAzul, Jusbrasil, Loggi, and Rappi, which are recognized for their contributions to technological advancement and market disruption. Monashees aims to partner closely with these businesses to drive growth and value creation.
Made 7 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Asian Development Bank

The Asian Development Bank (ADB), established in 1966 and headquartered in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, is a multilateral development finance institution dedicated to promoting economic and social development in its developing member countries across the Asia and Pacific region. ADB provides a range of financial assistance, including loans, grants, equity investments, and technical assistance, aimed at addressing various development challenges. The bank focuses on key areas such as agriculture, education, energy, health, climate change, and infrastructure. It partners with member governments and other financial institutions to implement projects that foster economic growth and sustainable development. ADB also engages in policy dialogue and transaction advisory services to encourage public-private partnerships, while its strong credit rating enables it to mobilize funds through bond issues in global capital markets. With a network of 29 resident missions and several representative offices, ADB plays a crucial role in addressing the diverse needs of its member countries and enhancing regional cooperation.

Picus Capital

Picus Capital is an early-stage technology investment firm based in Munich, Germany, founded in 2015. The firm specializes in making pre-seed, seed, and Series A investments in sectors such as real estate, finance and insurance, human resources, renewable energy, mobility, and healthcare. With a long-term investment philosophy, Picus Capital seeks to partner closely with exceptional founders committed to building category leaders over a span of 5 to 10 years or more. The firm has invested in over 50 companies, emphasizing a collaborative approach that combines financial discipline with entrepreneurial creativity. Its investment strategy involves identifying attractive opportunities within targeted industries and providing hands-on support to portfolio companies, including strategic advice, HR management, and access to a broad network of business and investor connections.
Made 6 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Pre-IPO Capital Partners

Pre-IPO RMB Fund IV is a 2018 vintage venture capital fund managed by Pre-IPO Capital Partners. The fund is located in Shanghai and will invest in China.

LBC Credit Partners

LBC Credit Partners is a private equity firm based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in providing financing solutions for middle-market companies. Founded in 2005, the firm focuses on a range of investment strategies, including refinancing, recapitalizations, acquisitions, and buyouts. LBC Credit Partners invests in various types of debt, such as senior term loans, unitranche loans, mezzanine debt, and equity co-investments, targeting businesses with revenues typically between $50 million and $75 million and EBITDA of $5 million or more. While the firm primarily operates in the United States, it has a particular focus on the New York and New England regions. LBC Credit Partners manages approximately $1.4 billion in capital commitments and aims to exit its investments within seven years, often seeking a majority stake in the companies it finances. The firm is active in sectors such as financial services, consumer goods, healthcare, industrials, and technology.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1984 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with additional offices in the United States and Europe. The firm specializes in investments in the lower middle market, focusing on acquisitions, buyouts, recapitalizations, refinancing, and growth financing. It seeks to invest between $5 million and $100 million in companies with revenues ranging from $25 million to $750 million, primarily in sectors such as business services, education, franchising, healthcare, and engineered products. Levine Leichtman Capital Partners prefers to invest in U.S. companies and those in continental Europe, targeting majority ownership positions. The firm can invest across various capital structures, including debt and equity securities, and typically looks to exit investments through public offerings, sales, or recapitalizations. It does not invest in high technology, apparel, biotechnology, telecommunications, or internet-focused companies.
Made 2 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Cerberus Asia II

Cerberus Asia II is a buyout fund managed by Cerberus Capital Management, which is headquartered in New York City. This fund focuses on investments primarily within Asia, as well as in Germany, the Netherlands, and Japan. Cerberus Asia II targets sectors including manufacturing, industrial, exploration, production, and refining. The firm, established in 1992, is recognized for its expertise in deep value and distressed investing, managing a diverse portfolio that includes private equity, middle-market lending, and real estate-related investments. Cerberus Capital Management operates with a multi-strategy approach, leveraging its extensive network and operational capabilities to identify and capitalize on investment opportunities across various markets.
Made 1 investments in Leveraged Buyout

León, Mayer

León, Mayer & Co. LLC is a private equity and investment banking firm located in Miami, Florida, established in 2005. The firm specializes in private equity, focusing on both real estate and corporate acquisitions. It provides financial advisory services to a diverse range of clients, offering expertise in financing, mergers, and acquisitions. Through its investment banking arm, León, Mayer & Co. aims to support corporate and real estate clients in navigating complex financial transactions.

Mayfield V

Mayfield Fund, LLC is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, established in 1969. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in technology companies, focusing on sectors such as enterprise software, communications, consumer media, healthcare, and semiconductors. With over $2.5 billion under management, Mayfield has invested in more than 500 companies, achieving 117 IPOs and over 200 mergers and acquisitions. The firm typically invests between $1 million and $15 million, targeting companies with revenues between $10 million and $100 million. Mayfield prioritizes investments in both U.S.-based companies, particularly in California, and cross-border opportunities in countries like India and China, emphasizing sectors such as artificial intelligence, clean energy, and digital media. The firm aims to partner closely with founders from inception, providing not only capital but also support in follow-on financing and co-investment opportunities.
Made 10 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Leader Ventures

Leader Ventures is a private investment firm based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in providing debt and equity financing to a diverse portfolio of early and late-stage private companies. Established in 2005, the firm primarily operates in the United States and focuses on sectors such as information technology, life sciences, and clean technology. Leader Ventures offers venture loans to companies that may not qualify for traditional debt financing, utilizing various loan structures tailored to the developmental stages of the businesses. The firm's investment team, which has extensive experience in lending, investing, and managing startups, seeks to support high-growth potential companies by financing specific equipment purchases and providing growth capital. With offices in Menlo Park and San Francisco, Leader Ventures is well-positioned to identify and nurture promising investment opportunities.

Fiera Capital

Fiera Capital Corporation is a Canadian investment management firm founded in 2002 and based in Montréal, with additional offices in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver. The firm provides a range of investment solutions to institutional investors, mutual funds, charitable organizations, and private clients across North America, Europe, and select markets in Asia. Fiera Capital manages client-focused equity, fixed income, and balanced portfolios, as well as mutual funds and income trusts. Its investment strategy primarily targets small-cap growth and value stocks, while also engaging in large-cap investments, income trusts, and preferred shares. The firm emphasizes responsible investing by integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations and applying ethical filters to its investment decisions. Fiera Capital employs both fundamental and quantitative analysis, utilizing a top-down macroeconomic approach for fixed income investments. Additionally, it explores alternative investments, including long/short equity strategies, and focuses on social infrastructure projects like affordable housing and renewable energy.

JP Morgan Asia Pacific

J.P. Morgan Asia Pacific operates as a prominent buyout fund managed by J.P. Morgan, focusing on investments in the Asia Pacific region, as well as the Middle East and the United States. This fund primarily targets the healthcare service sector, reflecting the firm's strategic emphasis on sectors with growth potential. J.P. Morgan Asset Management, a major player in the global asset management landscape, caters to individuals, advisors, and institutions, offering a wide range of investment strategies across various asset classes. With a rich history of over 200 years in financial services, J.P. Morgan emphasizes client-centric solutions and global market insights, positioning itself as a trusted partner for wealth management and investment needs.
Made 4 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Level Equity

Level Equity Management, LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm that focuses on growth equity and structured capital investments. Founded in 2009 and based in New York, with an additional office in San Francisco, the firm specializes in investing in small and mid-sized companies that are innovators in technology, software, data services, internet, media, consumer, and e-commerce sectors. Level Equity targets businesses that are experiencing disruption and rapid growth, primarily in North America, Europe, Israel, Australia, and New Zealand. The firm engages in both minority and majority investments and also pursues add-on acquisitions in sectors such as education technology and infrastructure software. Unlike many firms, Level Equity does not participate in seed-stage investing or high-leverage buyouts, focusing instead on established companies that demonstrate strong market potential.
Made 3 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Unpopular Ventures

Unpopular Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2019 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The firm primarily focuses on investing in technology sector companies. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Unpopular Ventures aims to identify and support innovative businesses that may not yet have gained widespread recognition. By concentrating on less popular or emerging ideas, the firm seeks to uncover unique opportunities for growth and development within the tech industry.

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 3 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Shorooq Partners

Shorooq Partners, established in 2017 and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, operates as a venture capital firm with additional offices in Riyadh, Manama, Cairo, and Dubai. The firm specializes in early-stage investments and venture debt, focusing on sectors such as technology, fintech, game tech, climate, cleantech, cryptocurrency, and web 3.0. Shorooq Partners has successfully built a portfolio that has generated over $1.5 billion in equity value, supported by investments from some of the world's leading sovereign wealth funds.
Made 5 investments in Leveraged Buyout

BNP Paribas Fortis Private Equity

BNP Paribas Fortis Private Equity, established in 1982 and headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operates as a venture capital and private equity investment arm of BNP Paribas Fortis SA/NV. The firm specializes in both direct and fund of funds investments, focusing on mezzanine financing, buyouts, development capital, and growth capital across various sectors. It primarily targets medium-sized companies in Europe and North America, especially in the Benelux region, with particular interest in Spain through Nazca Capital S.G.E.C.R. The firm invests in biotechnology, food and beverages, healthcare, technology, and construction sectors while avoiding the defense and real estate industries. BNP Paribas Fortis Private Equity typically engages in transactions ranging from €5 million to €30 million, with equity investments between €0.6 million and €58.48 million in companies valued between €17 million and €175 million. The investment horizon generally spans four to seven years, and the firm also participates in secondary investments and co-invests in later-stage transactions initiated by the private equity funds it supports.

AllianceBernstein

AllianceBernstein is a global investment management and research firm headquartered in New York City, specializing in a diverse range of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and alternatives. The firm serves a wide array of clients, including institutional investors, high net worth individuals, and retail investors. It manages separate client-focused portfolios and offers various investment products such as mutual funds and hedge funds. AllianceBernstein employs fundamental and quantitative analysis to guide its investment strategies, which encompass growth, value, and balanced approaches across different market capitalizations. Additionally, the firm invests in real estate securities and alternative assets, including venture capital and private equity. As of mid-2024, AllianceBernstein had approximately $777 billion in assets under management, with a significant portion allocated to fixed income and equity strategies. The firm operates globally, with offices in key financial centers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
Made 1 investments in Leveraged Buyout

Apollo Global Capital

Apollo is a global alternative asset manager based in New York, specializing in private equity, credit, and real estate investments. Founded in 1990, the firm offers a wide range of financial products, including performing and non-performing loans, insurance-linked securities, asset-backed securities, distressed debt, and structured credit. Apollo has expertise in distressed assets and deploys capital across various industries such as chemicals, consumer products, retail, oil and gas, transportation, financial services, media, telecommunications, and technology. The firm manages funds for prominent institutional and individual investors, focusing on value-oriented investment strategies. Apollo's investment activities span North America, Asia, and Western Europe, targeting a diverse array of business sectors and maintaining a significant presence in the distressed investment market.
Made 5 investments in Leveraged Buyout

83North

83North Limited, formerly known as Greylock Israel Partners, is a venture capital firm founded in 2006 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Herzliya, Israel. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth capital investments across a diverse range of sectors, including software, gaming, fintech, health tech, consumer technology, and enterprise solutions. With over $1.2 billion under management, 83North focuses on investing in companies at various stages, from seed to revenue growth, typically committing between $0.1 million and $1 million per investment. The firm operates primarily in Israel, the United States, and Europe, aiming to back innovative businesses that are poised for significant growth.
Made 7 investments in Leveraged Buyout