Crescent Capital

Crescent Capital is a dedicated venture capital fund manager based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, specializing in investments within the region. The firm plays a crucial role in fostering the growth of high-potential businesses across Northern Ireland. It currently manages two primary funds: Crescent Capital I and Crescent Capital II, both designed to provide essential early-stage and growth capital to innovative local enterprises.

The firm's first vehicle, Crescent Capital I LP, was established in 2004 with a total fund size of £10 million. Building on the success of its initial fund, Crescent Capital launched Crescent Capital II LP in 2012, significantly increasing its capacity with a fund size of £20 million. Both funds have received substantial backing from key regional and national development bodies, including Invest Northern Ireland and the British Business Bank, underscoring their strategic importance to the local economy.

Crescent Capital's investment strategy is centered on identifying and supporting high-growth businesses primarily within Northern Ireland. The firm typically provides initial investments ranging from £250,000 to £1,500,000, demonstrating its commitment to early-stage and scale-up funding. While sector-agnostic, their portfolio often includes companies in technology, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing, reflecting the strengths of the Northern Irish innovation ecosystem. The firm also has the capacity to provide follow-on funding, with potential total investments reaching up to £2,500,000 in any single company across multiple funding rounds.