ESW Capital
Private equity firm focused on buying, strengthening, and growing mature business software companies. Specializes in distressed situations and acquisitions of established enterprise software companies.
Investment Requirements
Company Overview
About ESW Capital
What They Buy
Target Companies:
- Mature B2B software companies
- $5-100M ARR
- Distressed or turnaround situations
- Global reach
Deal Structure:
- All cash deals
- 10 days to LOI, 45 days to close
- No post-close contingencies
Contact: Austin, Texas | Founded 1988
Recent Deals
- BryterCX: Customer experience platform (2023)
- ScaleArc: Database load balancing
Track Record
150+ acquisitions completed:
- Aurea: Enterprise software portfolio
- Trilogy: Enterprise solutions
- IgniteTech: AI-first software
- Jive Software: Collaboration platform
- Versata: Data management platform
- GFI: IT security and communications
Portfolio Companies
Founder Testimonials
"We've been incredibly impressed with the depth of expertise and professional approach for both Ignite and ESW Capital since the beginning of our discussions. Our team is proud of what we have delivered to our customers, not only in terms of technological innovation, but also our high-bar for support, and we are confident we've placed this in the right hands with the acquisition by Ignite."
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Last updated: October 6, 2025
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