Argentum

Argentum is a New York-based growth equity firm that partners with entrepreneurial owners to build industry-leading B2B software, technology-enabled services, healthcare, and business services companies. Since raising its first fund in 1990, Argentum has invested in over 90 companies and supported over 200 add-on acquisitions. The firm fills the growing gap between early-stage venture capital investors and later-stage private equity by targeting companies seeking $5 million to $15 million of capital to accelerate growth, fund acquisitions, or generate shareholder liquidity. Its four partners have worked together for more than 20 years.

Argentum focuses on expansion capital and strategic guidance for companies at the growth inflection point. The firm partners with rapidly growing B2B software and services companies that address the mission-critical needs of their clients. Argentum targets bootstrapped, capital-efficient entrepreneurs, providing them with the resources and expertise to scale their businesses effectively.

With a proven track record, Argentum has invested in over 100 companies and supported more than 200 add-on acquisitions. The firm's approach emphasizes close partnership with management teams, offering value-added support to help portfolio companies grow. Argentum's investment criteria include companies with annual revenues of $5 million to $25 million, a strong founder or leadership team, and an attractive growth profile and strategy. The firm seeks to invest in businesses with recurring revenue streams and mission-critical demand drivers, operating in fragmented industries with meaningful barriers to entry and competitive advantages.

Argentum's portfolio spans various sectors, including B2B software, technology-enabled services, healthcare, and business services. The firm's investment strategy involves providing capital to accelerate growth, fund acquisitions, or generate shareholder liquidity, while allowing existing owners and management to retain operational autonomy and majority control. This approach has enabled Argentum to build a diverse portfolio of companies that have achieved significant growth and success in their respective industries.

Argentum's commitment to its portfolio companies is evident in its active involvement in originating and executing strategic initiatives, customer relationships, and acquisitions. The firm's partners work closely with management teams to implement best practices, financial reporting, key performance indicators, and executive teams, ensuring that each portfolio company is well-positioned for sustained success and growth.