Partnering with expansion-stage, enterprise software companies that the firm believes can become category leaders. The firm focuses on B2B software across multiple sectors including DevOps/Security, Business Apps, Infrastructure, Data/AI, and Vertical SaaS.

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Investment Thesis

Sapphire Ventures partners with expansion-stage, enterprise software companies that they believe can become category leaders. Over more than 20 years, they have worked with startups to help them scale from expansion stage to IPO by providing necessary capital, resources, and expertise. Their approach is rooted in deep familiarity with the growth journey of B2B software companies, combining financial investment with operational support and strategic guidance.

What Sets Them Apart

  • Extensive track record: 30+ IPOs and 80+ exits from 140+ portfolio companies across 10 countries
  • High CEO satisfaction: 82 CEO NPS score, indicating strong operating partner relationships
  • Significant network effects: 360+ annual executive talent introductions and 360+ annual customer & partner introductions
  • Experienced team with 20+ years of B2B software scaling expertise
  • Portfolio Growth services providing unmatched access to customers, partners, talent, and best practices
  • Sapphire Communities offering peer-to-peer learning across revenue, engineering, finance, people, and IT functions
  • $11.3B+ in firmwide assets under management

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28 Partners at Sapphire Ventures

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