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Sageview Capital

About

We focus on founders building technologies that are redefining legacy industries

Long-Term Capital

We invest for the long-term; we’ve guided many of our portfolio companies to IPO or acquisition - and beyond.

Concentrated Portfolio

Making just four to five investments per year, we run a concentrated portfolio to ensure every company we back receives the resources it requires.

Value-Add Partner

We leverage our Global 2000 network, extensive experience, and operational expertise to drive value.

Target Investment Criteria

We've been partnering with founders of industry-disrupting, fast-growing tech businesses since 2006, working with companies that have strong product-market fit and generate $5 million to $100 million-plus in annual sales. We typically take minority stakes, investing between $20 million to $100 million.

Investment Size

$20 million to $100 million

Company Characteristics

  • Established product-market fit
  • Substantial customers & a large TAM
  • Strong teams with shareholder alignment
  • 20%-100%+ growth
  • Generally recurring or reoccuring revenue
  • High customer retention
  • Strong market position, with competitive moats
  • Solid unit economics

Structuring Approach

  • We support without seeking control. We are minority investors, with a lead investor mindset who take board representation.
  • We provide capital for growth/expansion, acquisition financing, optimizing capital structure and shareholder liquidity needs.

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