Accel-KKR

Accel-KKR LLC is a private equity firm founded in 2000 and based in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Atlanta, Mexico City, and London. The firm specializes in growth capital and middle-market investments, focusing primarily on technology and tech-enabled companies. Accel-KKR engages in a range of investment activities, including buyouts of non-core assets from larger companies, acquisitions of private firms looking for liquidity, and going-private transactions of small public companies. The firm typically targets businesses with annual revenues between $10 million and $200 million and prefers to take majority ownership positions, although it also pursues minority growth investments. Accel-KKR is affiliated with Accel Partners and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co., and it aims to invest globally across various sectors within the technology industry, including software and IT services.

Eric Armagost

Vice President

Tom Barnds

Founder and Managing Director

Tyler Buckingham

Senior Associate

Nicholas Clearwater

Senior Associate

John Crowell

Principal

Phil Cunningham

Managing Director

David Cusimano

Principal

Park Durrett

Principal and Managing Director

Hansaka Fernando

Senior Associate

Jonathan Hill

Vice President

Dean Jacobson

Managing Director

Roy Kelvin

CFO

Neil Kimber

Operating Principal

Jason Klein

Managing Director

Scotty Lu

Vice President

Adam Malinowski

Senior Associate and Vice President

Matt Marinaro

Vice President

Mark McCarthy

Operating Principal

Ryan McMullin

Operating Principal

Ann McCloskey

Managing Director

David Moore

Principal

Dave Moore

Principal

Alissa Palatiello

Principal

Rob Palumbo

Founder and Managing Director

Nishant Patel

Vice President

Joe Porten

Managing Director

Holly Reneau

Operating Principal and Member of DE&I Council

Andy Rich

Vice President

Ryan Seawell

Associate

Samantha Shows

Managing Director

Johnny Van Siclen

Vice President

Christian Stewart

Vice President

Andrew Zbella

Principal

Past deals in ERP

Symfonia

Acquisition in 2023
Symfonia is a company that develops software solutions for business and supported digital transformation processes. The company develops Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. Additionally, they make software products and applications for automating finance and accounting, performing payroll management, supporting traditional channels of sales and e-commerce, managing warehouses, managing production processes, managing electronic documents, and performing data analytics.

Enmark Systems

Private Equity Round in 2021
Enmark Systems specializes in providing tailored software solutions for the metal service center industry, focusing on both custom software development and enterprise resource planning. Their offerings include advanced technology features such as barcode scanning and touchscreen interfaces on shop floors, as well as integration with Microsoft cloud services. The company's software enables real-time assessment and management of business health, allowing clients to track key performance indicators and analyze business trends effectively. With an integrated accounting module, Enmark's solutions streamline the flow of information from commercial transactions to financial systems, eliminating the need for double entry and enhancing operational efficiency across all levels of the organization.

Vistex

Private Equity Round in 2019
Vistex, Inc. specializes in providing enterprise software and services that extend SAP systems, particularly SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA. The company offers a range of solutions focused on rights and royalty management, incentive administration, and data maintenance for various industries, including agriculture, automotive, consumer products, life sciences, and retail. Its product offerings include the Counterpoint Suite for rights and contract management, the ChannelConduit Suite for marketing enablement, and the Go-to-Market Suite for comprehensive management of pricing, vendor funding, and performance incentives. Vistex also provides customer support, training, analytics, and business advisory services to enhance its clients' operational efficiency. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Vistex maintains strategic partnerships with SAP SE and Zift Solutions, allowing it to serve businesses of all sizes globally, helping them manage complex go-to-market programs effectively.

Kerridge Commercial Systems

Private Equity Round in 2015
Kerridge Commercial Systems Limited specializes in providing integrated software solutions and services tailored for businesses in the distributive trade, including wholesalers, distributors, merchants, and retailers. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Hungerford, UK, the company offers the K8 business management system, which encompasses a comprehensive suite of modules such as sales order processing, stock control, finance, customer relationship management, and e-commerce tools. Additionally, Kerridge provides various supporting services, including IT consultancy, helpdesk support, and cloud computing. With a strong focus on research and development, the company aims to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients. Kerridge serves a diverse range of industries, including automotive, food, and pharmaceuticals, and has established a significant presence with offices in the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, and South Africa. The company supports over 700 customers across more than 5,000 locations globally, reflecting its commitment to helping businesses streamline operations and enhance productivity.

PageUp

Private Equity Round in 2012
PageUp People Limited is a provider of a cloud-based talent management platform that assists organizations in managing various aspects of human resources, including recruitment, onboarding, learning, performance, and succession planning. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, retention strategies, and career tracking. Its clientele comprises notable organizations such as AEGIS, AngloAmerican, and National Australia Bank. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, PageUp also has offices in Sydney, Singapore, Hong Kong, New York, and London, allowing it to serve multinational clients effectively. The platform is designed to integrate multiple HR functions, providing analytics and insights that support both strategic and operational decision-making in talent management.

Accellos

Private Equity Round in 2012
Accellos was founded on a simple idea: supply chain companies deserve robust technology solutions that are easy and inexpensive to implement and maintain. Accellos provides powerful supply-chain execution solutions that are easy to customize and implement, allowing their customers to enjoy more innovation for less investment. Their aim is to strike the perfect balance among customer satisfaction, employee fulfillment and stakeholder value. Through a combination of strategic acquisitions, carefully-crafted partnerships and industry-leading investments in research, development and customer care, Accellos aims to become the clear choice for supply chain companies worldwide.

TrueCommerce

Venture Round in 2012
TrueCommerce, Inc. is a provider of electronic data interchange (EDI) solutions tailored for small and mid-tier companies. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes data mapping software, network services, and support. TrueCommerce's solutions facilitate the creation of advance ship notices and UCC-128 barcode labels, while its accounting package integrates seamlessly with various business systems. The company's products, such as TrueCommerce Pack and Ship and TrueCommerce Foundry, enhance trading partner compliance and unify commerce across customers, suppliers, and channels. TrueCommerce serves a diverse range of industries, including banking, retail, healthcare, and government, helping businesses improve connectivity and operational efficiency within their supply chains.
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