
Vision Ridge Capital Partners
Description
Vision Ridge Capital Partners is a private equity firm specializing in sustainable real assets, rather than a traditional venture capital firm focused on early-stage technology. Based in Boulder, Colorado, the firm is dedicated to accelerating the global transition to a sustainable future by investing in companies that offer solutions across critical sectors. Their strategic focus is on deploying significant capital into proven growth businesses and transformative companies that align with their environmental and financial objectives, emphasizing long-term value creation through sustainable practices.
The firm's investment strategy primarily involves growth equity and buyout transactions, targeting companies within the energy, transportation, and agriculture sectors that possess established business models and clear pathways to scalability. Vision Ridge seeks to partner with management teams to provide not only capital but also strategic guidance to help these companies expand their impact and market presence. This approach signifies a preference for more mature, capital-intensive opportunities rather than nascent startups, distinguishing them from typical venture capital operations.
Vision Ridge Capital Partners manages substantial capital, with approximately $4.0 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2023. Their commitment to the sustainable real assets space is further underscored by the successful close of their latest fund, Vision Ridge Partners Fund IV, which secured $1.25 billion in commitments in 2023. Since its inception, the firm has deployed over $3.0 billion across more than 25 portfolio companies, demonstrating their capacity for large-scale investments. This robust financial backing and a track record of significant capital deployment position Vision Ridge as a key player in financing the transition to a more sustainable global economy.
Investor Profile
Vision Ridge Capital Partners has backed more than 32 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 19% of its total and boasts 15 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Private Equity, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Norway, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Energy, Renewable Energy, Solar.
- Typical check size: $50M – $250M.
Stage Focus
- Private Equity (34%)
- Series A (22%)
- Series B (16%)
- Series Unknown (13%)
- Series C (9%)
- Seed (3%)
- Post Ipo Equity (3%)
Country Focus
- United States (94%)
- Norway (3%)
- United Kingdom (3%)
Industry Focus
- Energy
- Renewable Energy
- Solar
- Financial Services
- Software
- Automotive
- Electric Vehicle
- Fintech
- Information Technology
- Clean Energy
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