These 110 companies buy B2B software businesses

What They Look For

• SaaS with recurring revenue
• Enterprise customers
• Low churn (<10% annually)
• Clear ROI for customers

Common Categories

• CRM, Sales, Marketing tools
• HR, Finance, Operations software
• Developer tools & APIs
• Vertical SaaS solutions
* B2B software typically gets higher multiples due to predictable revenue

EG A/S

Leading Nordic vertical software company providing industry-specific SaaS solutions across healthcare, construction, public administration, and other vertical markets. Serves over 32,000 customers and has over 2,400 employees primarily in Nordic countries.

Kolding, Denmark
Founded 1988
Industries B2B Software

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.

London, UK
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash, Flexible

Accel-KKR

Private equity firm specializing exclusively in software and tech-enabled services companies. One of the most active PE investors in software with 450+ investments over 25 years.

Menlo Park, USA
Founded 2000
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$10M - $200M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Next Coast Ventures

Austin-based venture capital firm providing early-stage capital to high-growth startups in 'Next Coast' markets between traditional coasts, with thematic research-driven investment approach.

Austin, USA
Founded 2016
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

Software Circle

UK-based public company (PLC) and serial acquirer of vertical market software businesses. Inspired by Constellation Software model, they provide a permanent home for software companies with decentralized operations while helping founders find exit strategies 'without fuss.'

London, UK
Founded 2000
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

SpringSt Capital

Private equity firm that buys and scales vertical software businesses, providing deep operating expertise and long-term commitment to serving founders' people, customers, and legacy. Focuses on Energy, Healthcare, and Real Estate sectors.

United States
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$2M - $10M ARR
Deal structure 100% acquisition, Majority ownership

Guidepost Growth Equity

Leading growth equity firm that partners with entrepreneur-led technology companies offering innovative solutions in large, dynamic markets.

Boston, USA
Founded 2007
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash, Flexible

Think3

$1B fund designed to enable SaaS founders to take more shots on goal by acquiring lower middle-market SaaS companies and helping founders transition to new ventures.

Austin, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Target ~$3M+ ARR
Close time 4 weeks
Deal structure All cash

Main Capital Partners

Leading European private equity firm with exclusive focus on enterprise software companies. Strategic partner for profitable growth journeys to build international software groups.

The Hague, Netherlands
Founded 2003
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash

Medallia

Enterprise experience management SaaS platform that captures and analyzes real-time customer and employee feedback, offering AI-powered insights for customer communication and engagement.

San Francisco, USA
Founded 2001
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

saas.group

Founded by serial entrepreneurs, acquires bootstrapped SaaS companies with a founder-friendly approach to elevate products and organizations. Built by founders and product enthusiasts.

Seattle, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Target ~$1M - $10M ARR
Response time 24 hours
Deal structure All cash, Flexible

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.

Austin, Texas
Founded 2010
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$5M - $25M ARR
Deal structure All cash

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

Resurgent Capital Partners

Lower middle-market private equity firm specializing in distressed, divestitured, and performing companies across SaaS, business services, healthcare, and e-commerce sectors.

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

Bregal Sagemount

Growth-focused private capital firm providing flexible capital and strategic assistance to market-leading companies in high-growth sectors.

New York, USA
Founded 2012
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$15M+ ARR
Deal structure Stock + cash, Flexible

XO Capital

Micro private equity firm founded by experienced operators who buy small, profitable B2B SaaS businesses. Founded by Andrew Pierno, Danny Chu, and Henry Armistead who collectively raised over $20M and sold 3 companies before starting XO.

Santa Monica, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$600K+ ARR
Close time 30 days
Deal structure All cash

Topicus.com Inc.

Leading pan-European provider of vertical market software and vertical market platforms to clients in public and private sector markets. Operates and invests in countries across Europe, acquiring, building and managing specialized software companies providing mission-critical solutions.

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Founded 2021
Industries B2B Software

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

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

Level Equity

Leading middle market growth capital firm providing bespoke guidance to best-in-class software pioneers and technology leaders.

New York, USA
Founded 2009
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash, 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

Big Band Software

B2B SaaS software holding company committed to harmonizing capital, culture and teams. Buys companies to run long-term without pressure to quickly extract or flip. Focuses on growing and profitable B2B SaaS businesses that serve other businesses.

Minneapolis, USA
Founded 2023
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $10M ARR
Deal structure All cash

Polychrome

Investment firm focused on acquiring majority equity positions in early-stage B2B SaaS businesses and unlocking growth through operational expertise.

Richmond, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Close time 12-18 months hands-on operational period after acquisition
Deal structure Stock + cash

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

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