These acquirers buy tech companies
Curated directory of 100+ companies that acquire software and tech-enabled companies.
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EQT
Global investment organization with active software and technology acquisition strategy, focusing on vertical SaaS platforms, sustainability software, and enterprise solutions across multiple industries.
Advantive
Leading provider of mission-critical software for specialty manufacturing and distribution companies, offering purpose-built ERP, MES and SPC software solutions. TA Associates-backed strategic acquirer focused on vertical software consolidation.
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.
Dura Software
Specialists in acquiring and operating hyperniche software products that fit narrow but mission-critical use cases for business customers. They buy software companies from owners looking for a long-term home and operate them with no intention to sell.
First Principles
Venture holding company that starts, acquires, and advises B2B SaaS companies. Focuses on building and scaling businesses in Martech, Fintech, and HR space with goal to create $100M in enterprise value annually.
Awesome Motive
Software holding company that creates tools and training to help small businesses grow & compete with the big guys. Over 30 million websites use their software.
Litera
Global leader in legal technology providing workflow, AI-powered due diligence review, collaboration, and data management solutions. Known as 'The Legal Experience Company' serving over 2.3 million legal professionals.
Volaris Group
Buy-and-hold acquirer of software businesses focused on long-term success, operating as part of Constellation Software Inc. Provides permanent home for companies with autonomy to operate and access to learning community. Has never sold a business after acquisition.
Ionic Partners
Global enterprise software investment firm led by seasoned operators, dedicated to acquiring and scaling B2B software companies. Focuses on 'Second Chasm' companies - those with strong products and recurring revenue but constrained growth.
Bloom Equity Partners
Growth equity firm investing in mission-critical B2B SaaS and fintech companies with competitive moats and strong customer retention metrics.
Arcadea Group
Long-duration investor in typically founder-led vertical software (VSaaS) companies with permanent capital focus. Specializes in high-quality, rapid-growth VSaaS businesses with ultra-long-range potential.
Hadley Family Capital
Direct investing arm of Hadley Family Office focused exclusively on supporting acquisition entrepreneurs through search funds and entrepreneurial acquisitions, providing value-add operational expertise
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.
Upland Software Inc.
Leader in AI-powered knowledge and content management software, providing cloud-based enterprise work management applications that help customers increase revenue, reduce costs, and deliver immediate value.
Banyan Software
Leading acquirer and permanent home for mission-critical enterprise software businesses with a buy-and-hold-for-life strategy.
Embrace Software Inc.
Acquires and invests in niche vertical-SaaS businesses. Entrepreneurs and enterprise technologists focused on companies offering mission-critical software.
CSI Perseus
Operating group of Constellation Software Inc. that acquires vertical market software businesses. Forever acquirer blending global strength of parent company with focus and agility of small, dedicated team to preserve legacies and fuel lasting growth.
Alicorn Venture Partners
European venture capital firm specializing in growth-stage frontier technology companies through secondaries and bespoke primary transactions, with strong focus on Israel and UK markets.
Balio
Team of ex-SaaS founders, operators, and investors who acquire and scale B2B software companies while preserving founder legacy.
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.
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
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.
Strattam Capital
Private equity firm that invests in founder-led, independent B2B software and technology companies across North America using their Five-Point Plan process.
CVC Groups
Computer Ventures in Canada (CVC) Groups acquires, develops, and boosts IT, Telco, VARs, MSPs, and MSSPs. Self-funded with over $1 billion in transactions and 150+ years of combined board experience.