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Kayne Anderson Growth Capital

North America, California, United States, Los Angeles

Description

Kayne Anderson Growth Capital, also known as Kayne Partners, serves as the dedicated growth equity arm of Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, a prominent alternative investment firm. Based in Los Angeles, this division specializes in providing capital and strategic support to rapidly growing, lower middle market companies. Their investment focus primarily targets businesses within the enterprise software and tech-enabled services sectors, encompassing critical areas such as security, compliance, healthcare IT, and business automation.

Kayne Partners seeks to partner with companies that have demonstrated strong product-market fit and possess significant growth potential. They typically engage with businesses looking to accelerate their expansion, fund strategic acquisitions, or facilitate shareholder liquidity events. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, leveraging its deep industry expertise and extensive network to help portfolio companies scale operations, enhance market reach, and optimize their business models. Their initial equity investments typically range from $20 million to $50 million, reflecting their commitment to substantial, impactful partnerships.

Demonstrating robust financial capacity and continued market confidence, Kayne Partners has successfully raised significant capital for its funds. In late 2021, they announced the closing of Kayne Partners Fund IV with $500 million in commitments. This was followed by the successful closing of Kayne Partners Fund V in late 2023, securing an impressive $560 million in commitments. These substantial fund sizes underscore their ongoing ability to deploy significant capital into promising growth-stage companies, reinforcing their position as a leading investor in their target sectors.

Investor Profile

Kayne Anderson Growth Capital has backed more than 57 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 43 rounds, about 75% of its total and boasts 19 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series B, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, Sweden.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, SaaS.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $20M – $50M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (28%)
  • Series B (26%)
  • Series C (14%)
  • Series A (12%)
  • Private Equity (9%)
  • Debt Financing (9%)
  • Series D (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (81%)
  • Canada (16%)
  • Sweden (2%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
  • Analytics
  • Health Care
  • Enterprise Software
  • Mobile
  • Marketing
  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
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Who does Kayne Anderson Growth Capital frequently co-invest with?

Silver Lake Waterman
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
Jump Capital
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Co-Investments: 2
Vistara Growth
North America, British Columbia, Canada, Vancouver
Co-Investments: 2
Warner Media
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Espresso Capital
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Co-Investments: 2
TVC Capital
North America, California, United States, San Diego
Co-Investments: 2
Unilever Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
TriplePoint Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
J.P. Morgan Asset Management
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
AG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Kayne Anderson Growth Capital often collaborate with?

GN
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
EL
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1

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

Aegis Sciences

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

A forensic toxicology and health care sciences laboratory.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedical
Debt FinancingJun 24, 2025
Amount Raised: $170,000,000
Arbolus

London, England, United Kingdom

Arbolus is a networking platform that uses technology to help build and maintain advisory relationships.

Information TechnologyKnowledge Management
Series BNov 13, 2024
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
GeoWealth

Chicago, Illinois, United States

GeoWealth is a technology platform offering asset management solutions for advisors.

Asset ManagementFinancial ServicesFinTechMarketplaceWealth Management
Series UnknownJul 25, 2024
Amount Raised: $18,000,000
mTAB

Anaheim, California, United States

mTAB is a U.S.-based provider of survey data analysis and visualization solution.

AnalyticsInformation TechnologySoftware
Debt FinancingFeb 26, 2024
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
Onfleet

San Francisco, California, United States

Onfleet is a technology company that develops last-mile delivery management software.

DeliveryEnterprise SoftwareFood DeliveryInformation TechnologyInternetLast Mile TransportationNavigationRetailSame Day DeliverySoftware
Series BJun 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $23,000,000
Bark Technologies

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Bark uses AI to detect issues like cyberbullying, suicidal ideation, and school shooting threats.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ChildrenInternetMachine LearningParentingSoftware
Series CJun 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $30,000,000
Panzura

San Jose, California, United States

Panzura's cloud data management technology offers a global file system, data consolidation, data protection and data intelligence.

Big DataCloud Data ServicesCloud StorageData ManagementInformation TechnologySoftware
Series BMay 12, 2022
Amount Raised: $80,000,000
Treez

Oakland, California, United States

Treez is an enterprise cloud commerce platform that streamlines retail and supply chain operations within the cannabis market.

CannabisPaymentsPoint of SaleRetail TechnologySaaS
Series CApr 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $51,000,000
Curbio

Potomac, Maryland, United States

Curbio helps realtors and their clients get homes ready for market or move-in fast.

Commercial Real EstateHome RenovationReal EstateReal Estate Investment
Series BJan 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $65,000,000
KlearNow

Santa Clara, California, United States

KlearNow is an on-demand transparent customs clearance platform connecting importers, brokers, and transporters.

LogisticsProductivity ToolsReal TimeSoftwareSupply Chain Management
Series BDec 13, 2021
Amount Raised: $50,000,000