These acquirers buy tech companies

Curated directory of 100+ companies that acquire software and tech-enabled companies.

Avathon Capital

Private equity firm focused exclusively on education and workforce companies, making control and minority equity investments of $10M-$50M with $400M+ assets under management.

Chicago, USA
Founded 2015
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Alpine Investors

People-driven private equity firm specializing in software and services businesses undergoing transitions. Known for their CEO-in-Training program and focus on exceptional talent.

San Francisco, USA
Founded 2000
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M+ ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Harris Computer

Global vertical market software provider that acquires, manages, and builds software businesses using a 'forever time horizon.' Focuses on businesses serving public and private sectors including local government, education, public safety, healthcare, and utilities.

Ottawa, Canada
Founded 1976
Industries B2B Software
Response time 24 hours
Deal structure All cash

Silversmith Capital Partners

Growth equity firm focused on supporting entrepreneurs in growing, profitable technology and healthcare companies. Partners with bootstrapped entrepreneurs as their first institutional investor.

Boston, USA
Founded 2015
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Stock + cash

LTV SaaS Growth Fund

U.S. investment fund focused on SaaS and software investments in privately held businesses, with over 50 years combined SaaS M&A experience and access to exclusive private acquisition data.

Denver, USA
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $50M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Tyler Technologies Inc.

Provider of proprietary software to the United States public sector, offering integrated software and technology services for local governments, courts, schools, and other government entities.

Plano, Texas
Founded 1966
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash

Turn/River Capital

Software investment firm that partners with B2B software companies, providing data-driven methods, hands-on operational support, and flexible capital.

San Francisco, USA
Founded 2012
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Third South Capital

Micro-holding company focused on acquiring niche software businesses with $15K-$80K MRR that have proven product-market fit and low operational overhead.

Richmond, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$180K - $1M ARR
Deal structure All cash

The Access Group

Leading provider of business management software to mid-market organizations, offering ERP, HR, payroll, CRM, and industry-specific solutions.

Loughborough, UK
Founded 1991
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Southport Ventures

Investment firm focused on mission-critical B2B software businesses with specialized expertise in GovTech, targeting profitable companies with strong operational history.

Tampa Bay, USA
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $5M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Vista Equity Partners

Leading software-focused private equity firm with $100B+ AUM and 600+ transactions, specializing in enterprise software, data, and technology companies with founder-friendly approach.

Austin, USA
Founded 2000
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

ETA Equity

Search fund investor that invests in and supports entrepreneurs seeking to acquire and operate established small businesses through the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) model

Dallas, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software

Vela Software Group

Subsidiary of Constellation Software that acquires, manages and builds industry-specific software businesses globally. Provides vertical market software expertise, operational support and capital to help businesses grow organically and through acquisitions.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 1995
Industries B2B Software

Arising Ventures

Holding company that acquires and operates B2B tech businesses, specializing in turnarounds and special situations with a focus on high-margin software platforms.

United States
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Embrace Software Inc.

Acquires and invests in niche vertical-SaaS businesses. Entrepreneurs and enterprise technologists focused on companies offering mission-critical software.

Tampa, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$2M - $30M ARR
Close time 45-60 days diligence

Saltwater

Holding company founded by former Uber CEO Ryan Graves, focused on acquiring and operating small, profitable technology businesses through a partner equity model with long-term ownership.

Honolulu, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

Relay Commerce

E-commerce software holding company that operates & acquires exceptional ecommerce SaaS companies. They buy businesses ready to scale and pair them with their operating team to accelerate growth.

New York, USA
Founded 2021
Industries E-commerce & Payments
Target ~$1M+ ARR
Response time Within 24 hours
Deal structure All cash, Flexible

Cordance

North Carolina-based holding company that acquires founder-owned vertical B2B SaaS companies with strong leadership and high growth potential.

North Carolina, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$2M - $10M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Noosa Labs

Serial acquirer of profitable small SaaS products helping SMBs and prosumers run their business efficiently. They operate and improve products for long-term customer benefit, focusing on businesses with strong organic growth, high profitability, and stable codebase.

Miami, USA
Founded 2021
Industries B2B Software
Target ~Up to $1M ARR

Alpine Software Group

Vertical SaaS acquirer and operator helping industry-specific software businesses become market-leading platforms. Branch of Alpine Investors with 50+ acquisitions since 2016.

Walnut Creek, USA
Founded 2016
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Software Growth Partners

Silicon Valley private equity firm focused on lower middle-market B2B software and SaaS companies with partnership-driven, hands-on investment approach.

Palo Alto, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

VitalHub

Public healthcare software company providing solutions for health and human services providers, focused on patient flow management, EHR systems, and workforce automation.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2003
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Cash + earnout

IgniteTech

AI-first enterprise software company and business unit of ESW Capital Group. Specializes in acquiring undercapitalized enterprise software companies that have failed to reach potential, then revitalizing them with AI capabilities and the IgniteTech Unlimited program.

Austin, Texas
Founded 2010
Industries B2B Software
Response time 10 days
Deal structure All cash

Vertus Group

Rebranded division of Jonas Software and Constellation Software launched in December 2023. Acquires high-performing vertical market software businesses with buy-and-hold forever approach, preserving entrepreneurial culture across 7 distinct verticals.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2003
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash