Investor profile
Valor Equity Partners
Valor invests in technology and technology-enabled companies that innovate and disrupt existing industries. They partner with entrepreneurs who have the courage and commitment to transform their industries, focusing on companies that align with long-term fundamental demand drivers and compelling market opportunities. Valor's core thesis revolves around operational growth, where they actively work alongside portfolio companies to identify challenges, develop operational plans, and implement best practices in areas such as human capital, lean operations, and data science to drive significant growth and value.
Quick facts
Founded
2003
Portfolio companies
8
Investment thesis
Focus and thesis
Valor invests in technology and technology-enabled companies that innovate and disrupt existing industries. They partner with entrepreneurs who have the courage and commitment to transform their industries, focusing on companies that align with long-term fundamental demand drivers and compelling market opportunities. Valor's core thesis revolves around operational growth, where they actively work alongside portfolio companies to identify challenges, develop operational plans, and implement best practices in areas such as human capital, lean operations, and data science to drive significant growth and value.
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Partners and team
People behind the fund
Portfolio companies
Selected portfolio
- Manduka
- SpaceX
- Addepar
- BitGo
- Fooda
- Dataminr
- GoPuff
- WowBao
Fund activity
Recent activity and fund history
Recent investments
- Manduka
- SpaceX
- Addepar
- BitGo
- Fooda
- Dataminr
- GoPuff
- WowBao
Investor FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What kind of companies does Valor Equity Partners invest in?
Valor Equity Partners invests in technology and technology-enabled companies that innovate and disrupt existing industries, including biosciences, transportation, food, and health and wellness.
What is Valor Equity Partners' investment philosophy?
Valor Equity Partners pioneered the idea of operational growth, working side by side with management teams to develop operational plans, identify challenges, and add value to help companies grow.
Does Valor Equity Partners invest in early-stage companies?
Yes, Valor Equity Partners has an 'Early Stage' investment focus, in addition to 'Growth Investments' and 'Valor Siren Ventures' (VSV Investments).
What are the core values of Valor Equity Partners?
The firm's core values, outlined more than 20 years ago by its founder, are excellence, humility, integrity, and responsibility.
