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PeakSpan Capital

North America, California, United States, Burlingame

Description

PeakSpan Capital is a prominent growth equity firm headquartered in Burlingame, California, with a singular focus on the B2B software sector. Established to partner exclusively with disruptive companies at their growth stage, the firm provides significant capital and strategic support to accelerate expansion. Their investment thesis centers on identifying businesses with robust recurring revenue models and substantial market opportunities, aiming to help them achieve market leadership.

The firm has demonstrated considerable fundraising success, accumulating over $2.5 billion in total capital commitments across its various funds. This substantial capital base underscores their capacity to make meaningful investments in high-growth software enterprises. PeakSpan's typical initial check size for new investments ranges from $25 million to $100 million, targeting companies that are poised for significant scaling. Their most recent fund, PeakSpan Capital Fund IV, closed in 2023 with $1.3 billion in commitments, further solidifying their position as a key player in the B2B software investment landscape.

Beyond providing financial capital, PeakSpan Capital emphasizes a partnership approach, working closely with founders and management teams. They offer operational expertise, strategic guidance, and access to a broad network to help portfolio companies navigate the complexities of growth, market expansion, and product development. This hands-on engagement is designed to foster sustainable growth and maximize long-term value creation for the businesses they back. Their commitment to the B2B software ecosystem is reflected in their deep sector knowledge and tailored support for companies operating in this specialized domain.

Investor Profile

PeakSpan Capital has backed more than 59 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 51 rounds, about 86% of its total and boasts 8 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Enterprise Software.
  • Led 7 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $25M – $100M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (41%)
  • Series A (31%)
  • Series C (14%)
  • Series Unknown (12%)
  • Series D (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (80%)
  • United Kingdom (7%)
  • Canada (3%)
  • Israel (3%)
  • Denmark (2%)
  • Luxembourg (2%)
  • The Netherlands (2%)
  • Spain (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Saas
  • Enterprise Software
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Fintech
  • Financial Services
  • Analytics
  • Information Technology
  • B2b
  • Cloud Computing
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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 PeakSpan Capital frequently co-invest with?

Active Capital
North America, Texas, United States, San Antonio
Co-Investments: 2
Cisco Investments
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Cultivation Capital
North America, Missouri, United States, St Louis
Co-Investments: 2
Reciprocal Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Viking Global Investors
North America, Connecticut, United States, Stamford
Co-Investments: 2
U.S. Venture Partners
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
Counterpart Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Trestle Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Texas Medical Center
North America, Texas, United States, Houston
Co-Investments: 2
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does PeakSpan Capital often collaborate with?

SW
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
SH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
RS
North America, Colorado, United States, Denver
Shared Deals: 1
David Bohnett
North America, California, United States, Beverly Hills
Shared Deals: 1
RB
Europe, Malopolskie, Poland, Kraków
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by PeakSpan Capital?

ServiceUp

Los Gatos, California, United States

ServiceUp is a vehicle repair management platform that streamlines the repair process for fleets and insurance carriers.

AutomotiveBusiness Process Automation (BPA)Service Industry
Series BJul 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $55,000,000
GetWhy A/S

Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark

GetWhy is a consumer research technology company delivering human insight to BtC enterprises via its video-based platform & proprietary AI.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Consumer ResearchMarket Research
Series AJul 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $20,000,118
TSOLife

Tampa, Florida, United States

TSOLife is a technology startup focused on preserving personal legacies and stories for future generations.

Elder CareInformation TechnologySoftware
Series BMay 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $43,000,000
Tapcheck

Plano, Texas, United States

Tapcheck is a financial wellness platform that lets employees access a portion of their earned wages before payday.

Employee BenefitsFinancial ServicesFinTechMobile Payments
Series AApr 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
Boostly

Lehi, Utah, United States

Boostly is a text marketing software platform that offers SMS marketing automation and feedback software for restaurants.

AdvertisingMobile AdvertisingRetail TechnologySMSSoftware
Series AFeb 10, 2025
Amount Raised: $22,000,000
Lula

Overland Park, Kansas, United States

Lula streamlines the maintenance process for property managers and their tenants reducing the time spent on maintenance by nearly 60%.

Property ManagementReal EstateRental Property
Series AFeb 3, 2025
Amount Raised: $28,000,000
PrettyDamnQuick

Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel

PrettyDamnQuick empowers eCommerce brands to deliver personalized, high-converting checkout experiences that maximize profits.

E-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsLogisticsSoftware
Series AJan 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
finally

Miami, Florida, United States

Finally is a fintech firm that assists small and medium-sized enterprises in automating their accounting and financial processes.

AccountingB2BConsultingFinancial ServicesFinTech
Series BSep 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $50,000,000
Opkey

Dublin, California, United States

Opkey is an AI test automation platform to help organizations continuously test finance, HR, and enterprise resource planning software.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Penetration TestingSoftware
Series BAug 22, 2024
Amount Raised: $47,000,000
GetWhy A/S

Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark

GetWhy is a consumer research technology company delivering human insight to BtC enterprises via its video-based platform & proprietary AI.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Consumer ResearchMarket Research
Series AJun 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $34,494,991