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 • Est. 2018
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Investment Requirements

Revenue (ARR)
$1M - $5M
Deal Structure
Flexible
Target Industries
B2B Software
Geographic Focus
North America

Company Overview

Southport Ventures

What They Buy

  • Target: Mission-critical B2B software businesses
  • Size: $1M - $5M ARR
  • Focus: GovTech, property tech, and other B2B software sectors
  • Requirements: 3+ years operational history, solid growth track record
  • Profitability: High gross margin potential, less than 20% revenue churn
  • Geography: United States and Canada

Recent Major Investments

  • First Investment: B2B software company with 50% growth in first year
  • Focused on GovTech and mission-critical software platforms

Track Record

  • Founded: Approximately 2018
  • Leadership: Trevor Ewen (Managing Partner, Northwestern MBA, LBS/Columbia MBA)
  • Background: Software engineer, project manager with full-stack team experience
  • Philosophy: Hands-on operational approach with deep software experience
  • Approach: Roll up sleeves to invest in product, evolve org, grow business
  • Decision-making: Quick process, not bloated firm structure

Portfolio Companies

First Investment
Achieved 50% growth in first year of ownership with high profit margins

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Last updated: October 6, 2025

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