
Enhanced Capital Partners
Description
Enhanced Capital Partners is a prominent national investment firm based in New York, specializing in providing flexible capital solutions to small and mid-sized businesses across the United States. With over $5 billion in assets under management, the firm employs a multi-strategy approach to investment, encompassing venture capital, growth equity, tax credit financing, and Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) funds. This diverse operational model allows Enhanced Capital to cater to a wide spectrum of capital needs, from early-stage growth to significant expansion and recapitalization efforts.
The firm's investment philosophy is rooted in identifying and supporting companies that not only offer strong financial returns but also contribute positively to economic development and job creation. Their venture capital arm typically targets investments ranging from $1 million to $5 million, focusing on innovative early to growth-stage companies. For more mature businesses seeking expansion capital, their growth equity strategy provides larger commitments, often between $5 million and $20 million. Additionally, Enhanced Capital is a significant player in the SBIC program, offering debt and equity capital to small businesses, with typical investment sizes for these funds falling between $2 million and $15 million.
Beyond traditional equity and debt, Enhanced Capital is a leader in tax credit finance, leveraging programs such as New Markets Tax Credits and Historic Tax Credits to spur development in underserved communities. This specialized expertise allows them to structure complex transactions that align private investment with public policy goals, fostering economic revitalization and community impact. Their commitment to these specialized financing structures underscores their dedication to a broader impact investing thesis, aiming to generate both financial returns and measurable social benefits.
Enhanced Capital's long-standing presence and deep expertise across various capital markets position them as a versatile partner for companies seeking strategic funding. Their ability to deploy capital through multiple vehicles, combined with a focus on both financial performance and positive societal impact, makes them a distinctive firm in the investment landscape. This comprehensive approach enables them to support a wide array of businesses, contributing to job growth and economic vitality nationwide.
Investor Profile
Enhanced Capital Partners has backed more than 27 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 9 rounds, about 33% of its total and boasts 12 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Debt Financing, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Telecommunications, Manufacturing.
- Typical check size: $1M – $20M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (30%)
- Debt Financing (22%)
- Series A (19%)
- Series B (15%)
- Post Ipo Equity (7%)
- Series D (4%)
- Seed (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (100%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Telecommunications
- Manufacturing
- Hardware
- Information Technology
- Health Care
- Electronics
- Wireless
- Project Management
- Enterprise Software
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