These acquirers buy tech companies

Curated directory of 100+ companies that acquire software and tech-enabled companies.

Alleyway Capital

Private equity firm focused on acquiring profitable micro-SaaS companies, taking controlling stakes with a transparent acquisition process.

Santa Monica, USA
Founded 2021
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$200K - $2M ARR
Deal structure All cash

HoriZen Capital

Team of SaaS operators, marketing and finance experts focused on growing and exiting businesses through growth marketing and M&A.

Edmonton, Canada
Founded 2019
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $5M ARR

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

Tiny Capital

Canadian technology holding company that acquires wonderful businesses for the long term. Focuses on internet and technology businesses with a buy-and-hold strategy.

Victoria, Canada
Founded 2006
Industries E-commerce & Payments, B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $50M ARR
Response time 7 days

Enduring Ventures

Long-term holding company inspired by Berkshire Hathaway that buys exceptional businesses and holds them forever. Founded by Xavier Helgesen and Sieva Kozinsky, focuses on control cash-flow buyers typically acquiring 51%-100% of businesses.

San Francisco, California
Founded 2019
Industries B2B Software
Close time Under 30 days
Deal structure All cash, 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

team.blue

Europe's leading digital enabler for entrepreneurs and SMBs. Serial acquirer building comprehensive digital services platform through M&A across 22 countries.

Gent, Belgium
Founded 2019
Industries B2B Software, E-commerce & Payments
Deal structure All cash, Flexible

Arising Ventures

Holding company that acquires and operates B2B tech businesses, specializing in turnarounds and special situations with a focus on high-margin software platforms.

United States
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure 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

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

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.

Tampa, USA
Founded 2022
Industries B2B Software

iTrinity

SaaS portfolio operator running fast-growing portfolio of highly profitable businesses. Started with bootstrapping KWFinder in 2014, now operates 8 SaaS products with over 7.5 million users.

Bratislava, Slovakia
Founded 2014
Industries B2B Software
Response time 24 hours
Deal structure All cash

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

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

Cache Ventures

Venture studio that builds, advises, and invests in companies. Focus on acquiring and managing assets across multiple verticals with indefinite time horizon.

Miami, Florida
Founded 2013
Industries E-commerce & Payments, B2B Software

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

Xenon Partners

Private equity firm that acquires and accelerates early-stage B2B SaaS companies. Provides capital and operational expertise to scale technology businesses through their internal growth team.

United States
Founded 2014
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $10M ARR
Deal structure Cash + earnout

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.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Target ~$1M - $20M ARR

CORA Group

Operating group within Jonas Software that acquires, strengthens, and grows vertical market software companies. Led by experienced operators who were previously acquired, they focus on long-term partnerships and maintaining company culture while providing growth capital.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Tyler Technologies Inc.

Provider of proprietary software to the United States public sector, offering integrated software and technology services for local governments, courts, schools, and other government entities.

Plano, Texas
Founded 1966
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash

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.

Walnut Creek, USA
Founded 2016
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Permanent Equity

Private equity firm investing permanent capital (30-year funds) in family-owned and closely-held companies with no intention of selling, focusing on businesses that 'care what happens next'.

Columbia, Missouri
Founded 2007
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash

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

Genesys

Leading AI-powered customer experience and contact center technology company that acquires CX, AI, and customer engagement platforms to enhance experience orchestration capabilities.

Daly City, USA
Founded 1990
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash