Accel-KKR

Accel-KKR is a private equity firm based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2000. The firm specializes in growth and middle-market investments, particularly focused on software and tech-enabled services. Here�s a detailed description of the firm:### Introduction:Accel-KKR has over 100 investment and operating professionals, and has amassed $19 billion in committed capital across various funds, including buyout, growth capital, and credit funds. The firm has made over 350 investments over its two-decade history, with a significant focus on founder-run businesses, having over 70% of its investments in these types of companies.### Goals and Philosophy:The firm's mission is to collaborate with management teams and stakeholders to foster growth and create value within its portfolio companies. Accel-KKR emphasizes values such as Integrity, Team Orientation, Rigor, Understanding, Resourcefulness, and Transparency. Recognized as a "Founder-Friendly Investor" by Inc. for four consecutive years, the firm strives to positively impact the businesses it partners with.### Investing Thesis:Accel-KKR actively targets majority ownership positions and control investments while also pursuing minority growth investments. Their investment strategy includes targeting companies with annual revenues between $10 million to $200 million and focuses on under-invested businesses, non-core assets, divisions of larger firms, and small-cap public companies transitioning to private ownership.### Areas of Focus:The firm primarily targets investments in software, internet technologies, IT-enabled services, enterprise software, telecommunications equipment, and various other segments in the technology industry. This concentrated approach allows Accel-KKR to leverage its extensive experience and expertise in these sectors to drive growth and innovation in its portfolio companies.