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Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors

North America, California, United States, Los Angeles

Description

Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors is a prominent independent alternative investment management firm, established in 1984. While initially recognized for its deep expertise in the energy sector, particularly upstream oil and gas, the firm has significantly diversified its investment strategies over the decades. Today, Kayne Anderson manages approximately $30 billion in assets as of December 31, 2023, across a broad spectrum of alternative asset classes, including energy, real estate, credit, growth equity, and liquid strategies.

The firm's investment philosophy is rooted in identifying niche, high-growth sectors where its specialized knowledge and operational insights can create substantial value. Their energy platform remains a cornerstone, focusing on private equity investments in the North American energy infrastructure and upstream sectors. Beyond energy, Kayne Anderson's growth equity arm, Kayne Partners, targets investments in rapidly expanding technology-enabled services, software, and healthcare IT companies. Furthermore, their real estate group invests in various property types, and their credit strategies provide flexible capital solutions across different market segments.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, with additional offices in key financial hubs such as Houston, New York, and Chicago, Kayne Anderson leverages its extensive network and experienced team to source and manage investments. The firm emphasizes a long-term, partnership-oriented approach, working closely with management teams to drive sustainable growth and generate strong returns for its institutional and high-net-worth clients. This comprehensive and diversified approach solidifies its position as a leading player in the alternative investment landscape.

Investor Profile

Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors has backed more than 28 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 19 rounds, about 68% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Debt Financing, Post Ipo Equity rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Energy, Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $20M – $250M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (57%)
  • Debt Financing (11%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (7%)
  • Series Unknown (7%)
  • Seed (4%)
  • Series B (4%)
  • Series C (4%)
  • Series D (4%)
  • Series A (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (96%)

Industry Focus

  • Energy
  • Oil And Gas
  • Renewable Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics
  • Health Care
  • Software
  • Mobile
  • Customer Service
  • Telecommunications
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors frequently co-invest with?

Gemini Investors
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Wellesley
Co-Investments: 1
Quadrille Capital
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Silicon Valley Bank
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 1
NewRoad Capital Partners
North America, Arkansas, United States, Rogers
Co-Investments: 2
LC
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Co-Investments: 1
Celerity Partners
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1
Bank of America
North America, North Carolina, United States, Charlotte
Co-Investments: 1
Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Energy & Minerals Group
North America, Texas, United States, Houston
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors often collaborate with?

PH
North America, Maine, United States, Portland
Shared Deals: 1
RS
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
BB
North America, Minnesota, United States, Minneapolis
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
JP
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Shared Deals: 1
AG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors?

Terra Energy Partners

Houston, Texas, United States

Terra is an independent U.S onshore oil and gas exploration and production company

EnergyMiningRenewable Energy
Private EquityJun 3, 2025
Amount Raised: $300,000,000

South Wind Exploration & Production is an organization that deals with oil and gas.

Oil and Gas
Private EquityApr 29, 2025
Amount Raised: $400,000,000
Huddle Up

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Huddle Up specializes in providing speech therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health services.

E-LearningFitnessHealth CareHospitalMental HealthSpeech Recognition
Series CApr 10, 2024
Sapience Analytics

Plano, Texas, United States

Workforce productivity and analytics solutions that reveal work time trends to help employers and employees work better and work smarter.

FinanceHuman ResourcesIT ManagementSaaS
Private EquityFeb 13, 2024
Gulf Pacific Rice

Houston, Texas, United States

Gulf Pacific Rice is a manufacturer of rice products.

AgricultureFarmingFood and BeverageManufacturingOrganic FoodSales
Debt FinancingDec 6, 2022
ShipFusion

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Shipfusion provides a technology focused e-commerce fulfillment solution to retailers throughout United States and Canada

E-CommerceLogisticsShippingSoftware
Private EquityApr 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $40,000,000
PosiGen

Metairie, Louisiana, United States

PosiGen is on a mission to make solar affordable and easy to access for homeowners.

Clean EnergyEnergyGreenTechRenewable EnergySolar
Series DApr 28, 2021
Amount Raised: $27,000,000
Kraken Oil & Gas

Houston, Texas, United States

Kraken Oil & Gas is a private equity-backed exploration and production company.

EnergyOil and Gas
Private EquityDec 17, 2020
FreightWaves

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

FreightWaves is a data and content forum that provides market participants with near-time analytics.

AnalyticsFreight ServiceLogisticsSaaSTransportation
Private EquityJul 24, 2020
Amount Raised: $30,000,000
WildFire Energy

Houston, Texas, United States

WildFire Energy is an independent energy company focused on the acquisition, exploitation, and production of oil and natural gas properties.

EnergyOil and Gas
Private EquityJul 18, 2019
Amount Raised: $1,000,000,000