
ABS Capital Partners
Description
ABS Capital Partners is a well-established growth equity firm based in Baltimore, Maryland, with a strategic focus on investing in later-stage, high-growth companies across specific sectors. The firm primarily targets businesses that have demonstrated strong revenue generation and are poised for significant expansion, rather than early-stage startups. Their investment philosophy centers on partnering with experienced management teams to provide not just capital, but also strategic guidance and operational expertise to help portfolio companies scale.
ABS Capital's core investment sectors include business and education services, information and communications technology (ICT), and healthcare. Within these broad categories, they seek out companies that are leveraging technology to disrupt traditional markets, enhance efficiency, or provide essential services. Their deep sector expertise allows them to identify promising trends and support companies through various growth initiatives, such as market expansion, product development, and strategic acquisitions.
Typically, ABS Capital Partners provides substantial growth capital, with initial investments generally ranging from $20 million to $60 million. This capital is deployed to fuel organic growth, facilitate mergers and acquisitions, or support recapitalizations. Their approach is characterized by a long-term perspective, aiming to build enduring value in their portfolio companies. They are known for their disciplined investment process and a hands-on approach, working closely with founders and executives to achieve ambitious growth objectives and successful exits.
Investor Profile
ABS Capital Partners has backed more than 94 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 62 rounds, about 66% of its total and boasts 46 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series B, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Canada.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Health Care.
- Led 2 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $20M – $60M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (27%)
- Series B (20%)
- Series A (17%)
- Series C (16%)
- Private Equity (7%)
- Series E (6%)
- Series D (5%)
- Debt Financing (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (98%)
- United Kingdom (1%)
- Canada (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Health Care
- Enterprise Software
- Internet
- Education
- Advertising
- E-commerce
- Mobile
- Consulting
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