WestRiver Group

WestRiver Group is a thematically-driven investment platform that manages funds and builds companies in the global innovation economy. Founded by Erik Anderson in 2002, the firm has been providing capital solutions to the innovation economy for over 20 years. Through a combination of direct investments, partners, and funds, WestRiver Group invests across four sectors: Technology, Experience, Decarbonization, and Life Sciences. The firm partners with industry leaders in each sector to identify and provide capital to purpose-driven companies leveraging innovation to improve society.

In the Technology sector, WestRiver Group invests in accelerating technologies that transform lives and markets. In the Experience sector, the firm focuses on building the next generation of experiential entertainment. In Decarbonization, WestRiver Group advances technologies that decarbonize the most carbon-intensive sectors. In Life Sciences, the firm funds breakthroughs in biotech, pharma, digital therapeutics, and digital health. Backed by some of the world’s most impactful investors, WestRiver Group directs capital to purpose-driven companies leveraging innovation to improve society.

WestRiver Group employs modern investment, leadership, and socially responsible principles to create long-term value for all stakeholders. The firm is dedicated to transforming the investment leadership model through diversity, purpose-driven leadership, and long-term capital. With gender-balanced investment teams co-led by operating and investing professionals, WestRiver Group provides a unique platform that fosters broad perspectives and increased creativity in their approach to investments.