Sidekick Partners

Sidekick Partners is a value-add venture capital firm that specializes in investing in early-stage startups. The firm focuses on providing support and resources to help startups grow and succeed in the competitive market. Sidekick Partners emphasizes a collaborative approach, working closely with founders to unlock their full potential and offering strategic insights, operational expertise, and access to a community of trusted industry leaders.

The firm's investment strategy targets early-stage companies across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, media, entertainment, fintech, and biotechnology. Sidekick Partners is particularly interested in businesses with clear pathways to profitability and real-world impact. The firm has a history of investing in companies that have achieved significant growth and success, contributing to the creation of over $10 billion in enterprise value.

Sidekick Partners was founded in 2013 and has offices in New York City and Dallas Fort Worth. The firm has launched multiple funds, including Sidekick Fund II in 2017 and Sidekick Fund III in 2021, expanding its community to over 200 value-add members. The firm's approach combines private equity discipline with venture capital innovation, focusing on near-term execution and long-term value creation. Sidekick Partners has made 19 investments, with a recent investment in SafeGuard Privacy in July 2024. Notable exits include Ring, FIGS, and Encore Alert.