General Atlantic Service Company, L.P. is a principal investment firm established in 1980 and headquartered in New York, New York, with additional offices in major cities around the globe. The firm specializes in making significant minority investments in growth-oriented companies across various sectors, including technology, consumer, financial services, healthcare, and computer software. General Atlantic focuses on providing both capital and strategic support, leveraging its sector-specific expertise and a collaborative approach to partner with entrepreneurs and management teams. The firm's long-term investment horizon is aimed at fostering the development of market-leading businesses.
Park Avenue Plaza, 55 East 52nd Street, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10055, USA
Anish Batlaw
Operating Partner
Achim Berg
Operating Partner
Adam Berg
Operating Partner
John Bernstein
Advisory Director
Michael J. Bevan
Managing Director
Sharad Bhojnagarwala
Associate
David Buckley
Managing Director, Global Head of Growth Acceleration
Jessie Cai
Vice President
Gabriel Caillaux
Co-President, Managing Director, Head of EMEA and Head of Climate
Frederico Carvalho
Operating Principal
Henri de Castries
Chairman, Europe
Rodrigo Catunda
Managing Director and Co-head of Brazil
Chris Caulkin
Managing Director and Head of Technology for EMEA
Luis Cervantes
Managing Director and Head of Mexico Office
Zeev Thepris Charaf
Vice President
Andrew Crawford
Managing Director and Global Head of Consumer
Alex Crisses
Managing Director, Global Head of New Investment Sourcing and Co-Head of Emerging Growth
Jason Currier
Vice President - FINANCE
Steven Denning
Chairman
Matthew Dorr
Principal
Mike Drittel
Vice President
Jonathan Durham
Managing Director
Martin Escobari
Co-President, Managing Director and Head of Global Growth Equity
Andrew Ferrer
Managing Director
Christian Figge
Managing Director
William E. Ford
Chairman and CEO
Roger Gao
Principal
Sofía Garrido
Vice President
Aaron Goldman
Managing Director and Head of Enterprise Technology
Michael Gosk
Managing Director, CFO
Fletcher Gregory
Principal
Sascha Guenther
Managing Director
Nadia Hadi
Vice President
David Hodgson
Vice Chairman
Tom Hussey
Principal
Melis Kahya
Managing Director and Head of Consumer for EMEA
Justin Kotzin
Managing Director - Head of Capital Markets
John LaDien
Principal
Peter Lafer
Principal
Emmanuel Lagarrigue
Managing Director, BeyondNetZero
Samuel Lerer
Vice President
Anton Levy
Co-President, Managing Director and Chairman of Global Technology Group
Alok C. Misra
Operating Partner and COO India
Joern Nikolay
Managing Director and Head of DACH
Raph Osnoss
Managing Director
Christian Osterland
Principal
Armaan Pai
Vice President
Andy Papadakos
Executive Vice President
Shantanu Rastogi
Managing Director
Jon Michael Reese
Vice President
Kell Reilly
Managing Director
Gary Reiner
Operating Partner
Luiz Ribeiro
Managing Director
Ashish Saboo
Managing Director, Chief Representative of Indonesia
Pierre Samec
Operating Partner
Ben Sherman
Principal
Paul Stamas
Managing Director and Global Head of Financial Services
Lefei Sun
Managing Director
Justin Sunshine
Managing Director
Tanzeen M. Syed
Managing Director
Varun Talukdar
Vice President
Graves Tompkins
Managing Director and COO
Robbert Vorhoff
Managing Director and Global Head of Healthcare
Caroline Woodworth
Principal
Eric Zhang
Managing Director and Head of China
Past deals in Retail
Kavak
Private Equity Round in 2025
KAVAK is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars, primarily in Latin America. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mexico City, the company leverages real-time market data to provide sellers with fair offers for their vehicles, allowing transactions to be completed quickly and conveniently from home. KAVAK enhances the customer experience by offering services such as home delivery, vehicle collection, and pre-owned car financing, enabling users to navigate the car trading process with ease. The platform specializes in e-commerce within the automotive and retail sectors, making it a prominent player in the used car market.
Frazier & Deeter
Private Equity Round in 2025
Frazier & Deeter is a nationally recognized CPA and advisory firm founded in 1981 and headquartered in Atlanta. The firm is PCAOB registered and serves clients globally, offering a comprehensive range of services that include tax, audit, accounting, advisory, internal controls, valuation, and transaction support. Frazier & Deeter is dedicated to helping businesses and individuals achieve their unique financial goals. Its expertise spans several sectors, including agribusiness, entertainment, healthcare, hospitality, insurance, manufacturing and distribution, real estate, and technology. The firm operates multiple offices located in Alpharetta, Charlotte, Las Vegas, Nashville, Philadelphia, Tampa, and London, UK.
Vuori
Secondary Market in 2024
Vuori, Inc. is a manufacturer of activewear for men and women, providing a diverse range of products including shorts, pants, tops, graphic T-shirts, hats, and specialized clothing for yoga instructors, surfers, and personal trainers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Encinitas, California, the company aims to create premium performance apparel inspired by an active coastal lifestyle. Vuori emphasizes ethical manufacturing practices and uses durable materials designed for comfort and versatility, allowing customers to transition seamlessly from workouts to everyday activities. The brand's products are available through dealers in various locations in California, including San Diego, Del Mar, and Solana Beach, as well as a store in San Francisco.
Eyewa
Private Equity Round in 2024
Eyewa is an online optical store focused on simplifying the eyewear shopping experience. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sunglasses, prescription glasses, blue-light reading glasses, and contact lenses. By providing a user-friendly platform, Eyewa aims to make eyewear shopping accessible and affordable for customers, catering to both fashion and functional needs.
HireRight
Acquisition in 2024
HireRight, LLC is a global provider of employment screening solutions, specializing in background checks and drug and health screening services. The company offers a variety of products designed to streamline the hiring process, including HireRight Enterprise, a collaborative screening management solution, and HireRight Analytics, a data visualization platform for tracking screening metrics. Additional offerings include HireRight Professional, the DAC Edition for the transportation sector, and HireRight Express, a user-friendly web interface for instant order placement. HireRight's services encompass criminal background checks, identity verification, drug testing, and compliance with I-9 and E-Verify regulations. Serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, education, retail, and financial services, HireRight operates offices across the globe, including locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1990 and based in Irvine, California, the company is a subsidiary of Altegrity, Inc. HireRight filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in 2015, indicating a significant restructuring during its operational history.
Grove Collaborative
Post in 2022
Grove Collaborative, Inc. is an online retailer based in San Francisco, California, specializing in home and personal care products. The company offers a wide range of items, including household cleaners, personal care products, baby and kids' items, and pet supplies. Grove Collaborative, formerly known as ePantry LLC, was founded in 2012 and became a Certified B Corporation in 2016, emphasizing its commitment to environmental and social responsibility. The company is recognized for its flagship brand, Grove Co., and other sustainable lines such as Peach and Superbloom. Grove Collaborative has pioneered the zero-waste home care category and is a leader in offering products made with clean ingredients, sustainability in mind, and ethical manufacturing practices. As a public benefit corporation, Grove aims to eliminate plastic use and is the first plastic neutral retailer globally, with a goal of becoming 100% plastic-free by 2025.
Buff City Soap
Private Equity Round in 2022
Buff City Soap’s delightfully smelling and uniquely handmade soap, laundry, bath and body products are disrupting the retail beauty and consumer goods categories.
Shein
Series F in 2022
Shein is an online marketplace focused on women's apparel, offering a wide range of clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Jiangsu, China, the company utilizes on-demand manufacturing technologies to connect suppliers with an agile supply chain, effectively reducing inventory waste. This approach allows Shein to provide affordable fast fashion products to customers in over 220 countries and regions worldwide. By emphasizing accessibility and efficiency, Shein aims to make contemporary fashion more attainable for consumers globally.
Staffbase
Series E in 2022
Staffbase is a company that offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance employee communication for large and international organizations across various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, automotive, retail, and energy. Its mobile-compatible solutions allow employers to securely connect with their workforce, ensuring employees have access to relevant corporate information and modern digital workplace tools. By providing branded applications, Staffbase caters to over 2,500 leading companies worldwide, helping them transform their internal communications and improve engagement among staff, whether they are in the office, working remotely, or on the factory floor.
Harmay
Series D in 2022
Harmay is a retailer based in China that specializes in premium cosmetics and beauty products. The company focuses on contemporary fashion and aesthetics, aiming to convey the concept of beauty and an enriched lifestyle. Harmay offers a diverse range of well-known international cosmetics and skincare brands, alongside its own self-developed personal skincare products. By targeting urban dwellers, Harmay provides high-quality makeup and cosmetics that resonate with modern beauty standards.
PatPat
Series C in 2021
PatPat is an online shopping platform tailored for mothers, providing significant discounts on a variety of products for babies, infants, toddlers, children, and maternity needs. The app features daily deals that can reach discounts of 50-90%, with some items available for free. By maintaining strong relationships with manufacturers, PatPat ensures competitive pricing and a diverse selection of products. The platform makes it easier for mothers to shop efficiently and economically, with new promotional events launching every day at 6am PST.
Dingdong Maicai
Series D in 2021
Dingdong Maicai is a community-based online retail platform in China that specializes in fresh produce and other daily necessities. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, the company leverages technology to enhance its operations, allowing for direct procurement at the point of origin and efficient pre-warehouse distribution. It aims to deliver products to customers' homes in 29 minutes or less, significantly improving the fresh food consumption experience. The service is available in major cities, including Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, and Suzhou. Dingdong Maicai operates through its mobile application and mini-programs, generating revenue from the sale of fresh groceries and membership services, positioning itself as one of the fastest-growing on-demand e-commerce companies in China.
Staffbase
Series D in 2021
Staffbase is a company that offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance employee communication for large and international organizations across various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, automotive, retail, and energy. Its mobile-compatible solutions allow employers to securely connect with their workforce, ensuring employees have access to relevant corporate information and modern digital workplace tools. By providing branded applications, Staffbase caters to over 2,500 leading companies worldwide, helping them transform their internal communications and improve engagement among staff, whether they are in the office, working remotely, or on the factory floor.
Harmay
Private Equity Round in 2021
Harmay is a retailer based in China that specializes in premium cosmetics and beauty products. The company focuses on contemporary fashion and aesthetics, aiming to convey the concept of beauty and an enriched lifestyle. Harmay offers a diverse range of well-known international cosmetics and skincare brands, alongside its own self-developed personal skincare products. By targeting urban dwellers, Harmay provides high-quality makeup and cosmetics that resonate with modern beauty standards.
SPINS
Private Equity Round in 2021
SPINS provides information and insight into the natural products industry that manufacturers, distributors, and retailers use to inform their business decisions and provide perspective on the entire industry.
Bolt
Series C in 2020
Bolt is a technology company focused on enhancing e-commerce by providing a streamlined checkout experience. Established in 2014 and based in San Francisco, Bolt aims to democratize commerce by enabling retailers to forge stronger relationships with their customers. The company offers a one-click checkout platform that simplifies the purchasing process, allowing shoppers to complete transactions quickly and securely without the need for passwords or re-entering personal information. This efficiency leads to higher conversion rates for retailers. A diverse range of brands, including REVOLVE, Casper, and Benefit Cosmetics, utilize Bolt's services to deliver the fast and seamless checkout experiences that today's online consumers expect.
Reliance Retail
Private Equity Round in 2020
Reliance Retail Limited (RRL) is a prominent retail organization in India, serving millions of customers while supporting thousands of farmers and vendors through its comprehensive value chain. The company operates a diverse range of retail formats, including neighborhood stores, supermarkets, hypermarkets, wholesale cash and carry outlets, specialty stores, and online platforms. Its product offerings encompass fresh foods, groceries, apparel, footwear, lifestyle and home improvement items, as well as electronic goods and agricultural implements. By leveraging a core growth strategy of backward integration, RRL has effectively connected producers to consumers, thereby enhancing accessibility and affordability across various market segments.
Kavak
Series B in 2020
KAVAK is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars, primarily in Latin America. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mexico City, the company leverages real-time market data to provide sellers with fair offers for their vehicles, allowing transactions to be completed quickly and conveniently from home. KAVAK enhances the customer experience by offering services such as home delivery, vehicle collection, and pre-owned car financing, enabling users to navigate the car trading process with ease. The platform specializes in e-commerce within the automotive and retail sectors, making it a prominent player in the used car market.
Gymshark
Private Equity Round in 2020
Gymshark is an online retailer and technology company based in Solihull, United Kingdom, specializing in fitness apparel and accessories. Founded in 2012, the company caters to athletes, gym-goers, and sports enthusiasts by offering a range of products, including jackets, tops, tracksuits, bags, and customized apparel for both men and women. With a strong presence on social media, Gymshark has built a community of over 5 million engaged followers and customers across hundreds of countries, facilitating an interactive shopping experience where customers can easily find and order fitness wear and accessories online.
Samsara
Series F in 2020
Samsara is a leading provider of the Connected Operations Cloud, a platform designed to help organizations reliant on physical operations leverage Internet of Things (IoT) data for actionable insights and operational improvements. With a diverse customer base in North America and Europe, Samsara partners with various industries, including construction, transportation, warehousing, field services, manufacturing, retail, logistics, and the public sector. The company offers an end-to-end solution that connects physical operations data to its cloud-based data platform and applications, aiming to enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of operations that drive the global economy. The majority of its revenue is generated from the United States.
Dingdong Maicai
Private Equity Round in 2020
Dingdong Maicai is a community-based online retail platform in China that specializes in fresh produce and other daily necessities. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, the company leverages technology to enhance its operations, allowing for direct procurement at the point of origin and efficient pre-warehouse distribution. It aims to deliver products to customers' homes in 29 minutes or less, significantly improving the fresh food consumption experience. The service is available in major cities, including Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, and Suzhou. Dingdong Maicai operates through its mobile application and mini-programs, generating revenue from the sale of fresh groceries and membership services, positioning itself as one of the fastest-growing on-demand e-commerce companies in China.
Kavak
Series B in 2019
KAVAK is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars, primarily in Latin America. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mexico City, the company leverages real-time market data to provide sellers with fair offers for their vehicles, allowing transactions to be completed quickly and conveniently from home. KAVAK enhances the customer experience by offering services such as home delivery, vehicle collection, and pre-owned car financing, enabling users to navigate the car trading process with ease. The platform specializes in e-commerce within the automotive and retail sectors, making it a prominent player in the used car market.
Grove Collaborative
Series D in 2019
Grove Collaborative, Inc. is an online retailer based in San Francisco, California, specializing in home and personal care products. The company offers a wide range of items, including household cleaners, personal care products, baby and kids' items, and pet supplies. Grove Collaborative, formerly known as ePantry LLC, was founded in 2012 and became a Certified B Corporation in 2016, emphasizing its commitment to environmental and social responsibility. The company is recognized for its flagship brand, Grove Co., and other sustainable lines such as Peach and Superbloom. Grove Collaborative has pioneered the zero-waste home care category and is a leader in offering products made with clean ingredients, sustainability in mind, and ethical manufacturing practices. As a public benefit corporation, Grove aims to eliminate plastic use and is the first plastic neutral retailer globally, with a goal of becoming 100% plastic-free by 2025.
FORMA Brands
Private Equity Round in 2019
FORMA is an incubator, accelerator, and curator of next-generation beauty brands launching as a multi-category platform. The company celebrates, supports, and seeks those changing the world through creative expression. Each brand in its portfolio is thoughtfully selected, acquired, or created because of the products it offers, the stories it tells, and the beauty it spreads. United by a shared call to create, Forma partners with inspiring founders to provide the resources, processes, and know-how to amplify their stories.
ContextLogic
Series H in 2019
ContextLogic Inc., formerly known for its Wish ecommerce platform, is a technology-driven company specializing in the online retail sector. The company previously offered a global marketplace connecting consumers with merchants through a mobile shopping experience. Following a recent transaction, ContextLogic has sold its operating assets to Qoo10 and now focuses on leveraging its substantial net operating losses (NOLs) for future financial opportunities. ContextLogic continues to explore ways to maximize the value of these tax attributes while managing reduced operational expenses.
SessionM
Series E in 2018
SessionM, Inc. is a cloud-based customer engagement and loyalty platform that enables brands to enhance their relationships with customers through personalized interactions. The platform collects and analyzes customer behavior from various channels, including in-store, online, and mobile, allowing for real-time data integration and insights. By utilizing advanced machine learning and a rules-based engine, SessionM delivers tailored marketing automation and loyalty solutions, which help businesses engage customers more effectively with targeted offers and recommendations. The company's services also include a reporting tool that assesses the impact of loyalty programs on revenue. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, SessionM operates globally with additional offices in major cities such as New York, Chicago, Pittsburgh, London, and Amsterdam. Incorporated in 2010, the company has positioned itself as a key player in the customer loyalty sector, focusing on helping enterprises create profitable customer relationships.
HireRight
Post in 2018
HireRight, LLC is a global provider of employment screening solutions, specializing in background checks and drug and health screening services. The company offers a variety of products designed to streamline the hiring process, including HireRight Enterprise, a collaborative screening management solution, and HireRight Analytics, a data visualization platform for tracking screening metrics. Additional offerings include HireRight Professional, the DAC Edition for the transportation sector, and HireRight Express, a user-friendly web interface for instant order placement. HireRight's services encompass criminal background checks, identity verification, drug testing, and compliance with I-9 and E-Verify regulations. Serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, education, retail, and financial services, HireRight operates offices across the globe, including locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1990 and based in Irvine, California, the company is a subsidiary of Altegrity, Inc. HireRight filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in 2015, indicating a significant restructuring during its operational history.
Capital Foods
Private Equity Round in 2018
Capital Foods is a rapidly growing food company based in Mumbai, India, specializing in the production and distribution of packaged food products. It has established a significant presence in the Indian diaspora market worldwide, offering a diverse range of food items and ingredients tailored for various cooking needs. The company provides products across multiple categories, including frozen food, ready-to-eat meals, instant snacks, and a variety of spices and condiments. Capital Foods is notable for its pioneering identification and labeling of 'Desi Chinese' cuisine, which resonates with Indian tastes and has gained popularity in countries such as the USA, Canada, Australia, the UK, and Singapore. Through its extensive product offerings, Capital Foods enables customers to experience the flavors of various ethnic cuisines, including Chinese, Thai, Italian, Indian, and European.
Today
Series B in 2018
Guangxi Nanning Dongyi Today Trading Co., Ltd. operates a convenience store chain in China, focusing on providing daily needs and grocery products to consumers. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Nanning, the company also maintains an office in Wuhan. Today emphasizes efficient product distribution by collaborating with logistics companies, ensuring that it meets the demands of its customers effectively.
Authentic Brands Group
Private Equity Round in 2017
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) is a brand development, marketing, and entertainment company headquartered in New York. Founded in 2010, ABG specializes in managing and enhancing the value of global brands across fashion, sports, and entertainment sectors. The company acquires and builds long-term value in prominent consumer brands through strategic partnerships and distribution programs. ABG focuses on creating compelling products and content, as well as providing immersive experiences to engage consumers effectively. Its original marketing strategies aim to drive success across various retail channels, including high-end department stores, specialty shops, and mass retailers. By leveraging its wide-ranging expertise, ABG aims to transform brands and ensure their relevance in the ever-evolving market landscape.
Mi9 Retail
Private Equity Round in 2017
Mi9 Retail is a leading provider of enterprise retail solutions that enhance merchandising, business intelligence, and store operations. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to optimize omnichannel retail operations, integrating both digital and physical sales channels. Its unique enterprise-grade merchandising and business intelligence software processes high transaction volumes in real time, enabling retailers to manage inventory efficiently and maintain a single, accurate source of data. Mi9 Retail's systems support planning, execution, and customer engagement, helping retailers improve revenue and streamline operations across various platforms and devices. By facilitating seamless management of merchandising and analytics, Mi9 Retail addresses the complex needs of the retail sector globally.
Grupo Axo
Private Equity Round in 2017
Grupo Axo is a leading multi-brand company in Mexico for apparel, footwear, beauty, accessories and home furniture. Today the company is a reference and a reliable resource for brands that want to build a successful platform within Latin America. With a solid retail and wholesale experience for over 23 years, its expertise comes from representing, elevating equity, distributing and operating brands through a multi-channel approach. As of 2017, Grupo Axo operates more than 3,100 points of sale within major department stores and over 500 retail points of sale in both Mexico and Chile, and solid and successful e-commerce platforms in both mono-brand and multi-brand formats.
SessionM
Series D in 2016
SessionM, Inc. is a cloud-based customer engagement and loyalty platform that enables brands to enhance their relationships with customers through personalized interactions. The platform collects and analyzes customer behavior from various channels, including in-store, online, and mobile, allowing for real-time data integration and insights. By utilizing advanced machine learning and a rules-based engine, SessionM delivers tailored marketing automation and loyalty solutions, which help businesses engage customers more effectively with targeted offers and recommendations. The company's services also include a reporting tool that assesses the impact of loyalty programs on revenue. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, SessionM operates globally with additional offices in major cities such as New York, Chicago, Pittsburgh, London, and Amsterdam. Incorporated in 2010, the company has positioned itself as a key player in the customer loyalty sector, focusing on helping enterprises create profitable customer relationships.
Fang Holdings
Post in 2016
SouFun operates a real estate-based internet portal in China. SouFun's internet portal provides marketing, e-commerce, listing, and other value-added services for the real estate and home-related sectors. It supports SouFun's users in seeking information on the real estate and home-related sectors in China. SouFun currently maintains about 100 offices, mainly focused on local market needs. Its website and database contains real estate-related content covering more than 320 cities in China. The company’s database contains nearly 300,000 listings of residential and commercial properties for sale or lease, as well as more than one million listings from vendors selling furniture, electronics, and other offerings. Its online forum assembles the largest group of homeowners with over 150,000 daily posts and 42 million monthly unique visitors. SouFun was founded in 1999. The company received one million dollars of investment from IDG. In September 2010, SouFun successfully went public in the New York Stock Exchange, raising 450 million dollars.
Flipp
Private Equity Round in 2016
Flipp is a company that offers a mobile application designed to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions and save money on their weekly shopping. The platform aggregates digital circulars and coupons from various retailers and stores, allowing users to efficiently plan their shopping trips and discover relevant local deals. By utilizing this marketplace, consumers can enhance their shopping experience and maximize savings.
Pague Menos Pharmacies
Private Equity Round in 2015
Pague Menos is the first pharmacy chain with a presence in every Brazilian state, as well as the Federal District. Currently, the company has more than 820 stores and 20,000 employees, working across 300 Brazilian cities. With headquarters located in Fortaleza, Pague Menos Pharmacies has been featured prominently in Exame’s 2015 ranking of the best and biggest companies in Brazil and is the 11th biggest company in Brazil’s North and Northeast region.
Too Faced Cosmetics
Acquisition in 2015
Too Faced Cosmetics, LLC is a prominent manufacturer and retailer of cruelty-free makeup and beauty products for women, founded in 1998 and based in Irvine, California. The brand offers a wide range of products, including foundations, highlighters, bronzers, blushes, concealers, eye shadows, mascaras, lipsticks, and setting sprays. Too Faced is known for its innovative approach and playful branding, which resonates with consumers. The company sells its products both online and through various distribution partners, making its offerings accessible to a global audience. As of December 2016, Too Faced operates as a subsidiary of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., further solidifying its position in the competitive beauty industry.
Gilt Groupe
Series F in 2015
Gilt Groupe is an online retailer based in New York City that specializes in luxury goods, offering a wide range of products for men, women, and children. The company provides members access to a diverse selection of merchandise including fashion items such as clothing, shoes, and accessories, as well as home decor, furniture, and unique experiences in select cities. For women, Gilt Groupe features handbags, jewelry, watches, health and beauty products, and maternity wear. For children, it offers toys, books, and various baby products. The platform aims to create an accessible shopping experience for luxury lifestyle brands, making it easier for consumers to explore and purchase high-end fashion and home goods. Founded in 2007, Gilt Groupe is a subsidiary of Hudson's Bay Company, as of February 2016.
Jumei
Private Equity Round in 2014
JuMei.com is a China-based online cosmetic shopping platform focused on make-up and skin-care brands. As a first vertical business-to-consumer website of cosmetics, it positions itself as a professional e-commerce website for women. It is focused on the potential cosmetics market, so that it can avoid conflicting with other business-to-consumer markets. Within three years, JuMei.com went from 100,000 Yuan in monthly sales to 500,000,000 Yuan. JuMei.com has raised venture funding from many investors, including angel investor Xu Xiaoping, Alibaba, and Sequoia Capital. Today, it has a product line-up that includes brands such as Calvin Klein, Estee Lauder, Avon, and Elizabeth Arden. The website currently has nearly four million registered users. JuMei.com was launched by Chen Ou, the creator of the gaming platform, Gerena. It is based in Beijing, China.
Meituan
Series C in 2014
Meituan develops and operates a platform providing retail and online group buying services. It retails and delivers Chinese food from local restaurants online. It operates a social commerce website that offers online group discounts for movie tickets, groceries, food, restaurants, entertainment, and health/fitness sectors. Wang Xing founded Meituan Group in 2010 that became Meituan-Dianping in December 2015, with its headquarters in Beijing in China. Meituan-Dianping officially changed its name to Meituan in September 2020.
Acumen Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2013
Arkansas-based Acumen Brands operates a portfolio of ecommerce sites in a diverse array of industries, which include work apparel (toughweld.com), medical scrubs (scrubshopper.com) and country lifestyle apparel (countryoutfitter.com). Our proven business model generates online conversions through an intimate understanding of SEO, SEM, social media marketing and the right balance of price, assortment and availability. Our talented group of young minds continues to generate amazing growth by innovating, iterating and having a healthy dose of data fanaticism. We understand the art and science of insights based product merchandising.
Tory Burch
Private Equity Round in 2013
Tory Burch LLC is an American lifestyle brand that designs and manufactures luxury apparel and accessories for women. Founded in 2004 with a boutique in Manhattan's Nolita neighborhood, the brand quickly gained recognition for its classic yet bohemian aesthetic. Tory Burch's offerings include ready-to-wear clothing, a diverse range of footwear, handbags, beauty products, and home goods, characterized by vibrant colors, prints, and eclectic details. The company operates more than 120 freestanding boutiques and is present in over 3,000 department and specialty stores globally. Its online platform, launched in the same year as the brand, features a wide array of products and includes The Tory Blog, an online magazine with original content. Additionally, the brand has expanded its product categories to include eyewear, fragrance, and timepieces through partnerships with established companies. Committed to empowering women, the Tory Burch Foundation was created to provide resources and support for women entrepreneurs. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
House of Anita Dongre
Private Equity Round in 2013
House of Anita Dongre Limited is a prominent fashion house in India, specializing in the design and manufacture of apparel and accessories for men and women. Founded in 1995 and based in Mumbai, the company operates three distinct brands: AND, which focuses on western wear for women; Global Desi, known for its boho-chic collections; and the Anita Dongre label, which features bridal, couture, ready-to-wear, and menswear. The product range includes shirts, tops, dresses, jackets, jumpsuits, and various accessories such as jewelry, stoles, sunglasses, and bags. The company emphasizes comfort and inclusiveness in its ethnic wear while also prioritizing sustainability and ethical practices. Its products are available through retail stores in India and Mauritius, multi-brand outlets, and online platforms. House of Anita Dongre Limited was previously known as AND Designs India Limited before rebranding in July 2015.
Decolar.com
Venture Round in 2012
Decolar.com is an online travel agency that offers complete travel services, including tickets, tour packages, accommodation, and car rental. Since 1999, more than 2,000,000 people have bought their air tickets through this platform. Decolar.com is present in 21 countries, including Argentina, the U.S., and Spain. It has a partnership of more than 500 airlines and 150,000 hotels worldwide. When purchasing an airline ticket or travel package, Decolar.com’s customers also receive discounts at restaurants and shops in the chosen destination, plus 10% discount on purchases in Duty Free. Decolar.com was launched in 1999 and is based in Guarulhos, Sao Paulo.
Mu Sigma
Private Equity Round in 2011
Mu Sigma Inc. provides data analytics services and develops decision support tools and software for Fortune 500 companies. The firm specializes in various analytics domains, including marketing analytics, which encompasses customer segmentation, purchase likelihood analysis, and marketing mix optimization. It also offers risk analytics, focusing on predictive modeling for claims and fraud detection, as well as supply chain analytics that involve demand forecasting and inventory management. Mu Sigma serves a diverse range of industries, including airlines, pharmaceuticals, retail, and telecommunications. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, the company aims to help organizations enhance their decision-making processes through data-driven insights.
Groupalia
Series D in 2011
Groupalia is an e-commerce platform that offers discounted flash sales on leisure packages, services, food, and other products in Spain and Italy. Leisure-related services offered by the platform include daily deals ranging from restaurants, spas, gyms, events, adventures, and more. Deals are sold through coupons which buyers receive by email enabling them to print and hand the coupons to the suppliers on the day of consumption. Groupalia provides consumers with the opportunity to buy attractive services at reduced prices and helps suppliers benefit by enabling them to ensure higher volumes, occupancy rates, and brand awareness. Groupalia was launched in May 2009 in Barcelona, Spain.
Linx
Private Equity Round in 2011
Linx Retail provides management software solutions for the retail market in Brazil and internationally through its subsidiaries. It offers enterprise resource planning, and point of sale or point of service (POS) management software; and connectivity, electronic fund transfer, e-commerce, and customer relationship management solutions. Linx Retail also provides telecommunication services, such as transmission of voice, data, image, and sound through services of network and circuit, telephony, and other systems that include the Internet. Moreover, it offers technical support, advisory, and training services. Further, the company provides online services; and cloud and online media platforms, as well as develops and sells POS, automation software, and electronic means of payment solutions, as well as promotion engine for retail chains in the principal Latin American markets. Linx Retail offers its solutions to aesthetics and health, bookstores and gift shops, dealerships, drugstores, fashion and accessories, food service, gas stations and convenience stores, mega stores, perfumery and cosmetics, retail services, teaching and education, and telephony markets. LMI that began operation in 1985 became Linx in September 2004, with its headquarters in São Paulo in Brazil.
Studio Moderna
Private Equity Round in 2011
Founded in 1992, Studio Moderna is a leading e-commerce and direct-to-consumer platform operating in the rapidly expanding markets of Central and Eastern Europe, Russia, and Turkey. The company targets over 400 million consumers across 21 countries and utilizes a vertically integrated, multi-channel sales, media, marketing, and distribution model. This comprehensive approach enables Studio Moderna to effectively partner with brands seeking to enter these dynamic markets. The company specializes in adapting product offerings to cater to local consumer preferences and leverages its established platform to market and sell both proprietary and third-party products.
Gilt Groupe
Series E in 2011
Gilt Groupe is an online retailer based in New York City that specializes in luxury goods, offering a wide range of products for men, women, and children. The company provides members access to a diverse selection of merchandise including fashion items such as clothing, shoes, and accessories, as well as home decor, furniture, and unique experiences in select cities. For women, Gilt Groupe features handbags, jewelry, watches, health and beauty products, and maternity wear. For children, it offers toys, books, and various baby products. The platform aims to create an accessible shopping experience for luxury lifestyle brands, making it easier for consumers to explore and purchase high-end fashion and home goods. Founded in 2007, Gilt Groupe is a subsidiary of Hudson's Bay Company, as of February 2016.
Privalia
Private Equity Round in 2011
Privalia is an e-commerce website that enables users to buy and sell fashion and household products. Customers can search for goods based on brand name or product type. Privalia sells clothing products such as tops, cardigans and sweaters, jackets, shoes, accessories, sportswear, and swimwear for men, women, and children. The products in the home and décor tab are classified as kitchen and dining, furniture, textile, electronics and gadgets, suitcases, and leisure. L’Oreal Professionnel, Fred Perry, McGregor, Dr. Scholl, Troll kids, Kayoom, La Morena, and Mr. Fox are of the brands available on the website. Privalia has an office in Sao Paulo, Brazil and was launched in 2006 by Jose Manuel Villanueva and Lucas Carne, and is operated from Barcelona, Spain.
Sun Art Retail Group
Private Equity Round in 2011
Sun Art Retail Group is a retail company with hypermarket and fast-growing e-commerce businesses. Sun Art Retail operates its hypermarket business under two recognized banners – “Auchan” and “RT-Mart”. As of December 2019, Sun Art Retail had a total of 486 outlets in China with a total gross floor area (“GFA”) of approximately 13 million square meters, covering 232 cities across 29 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities. The priorities of Sun Art Retail Group is to restructure hypermarket complexes, to explore multi-formats and omni-channels, and to become a leader in digital transformation for physical stores and a benchmarking enterprise for New Retail.
Privalia
Series E in 2010
Privalia is an e-commerce website that enables users to buy and sell fashion and household products. Customers can search for goods based on brand name or product type. Privalia sells clothing products such as tops, cardigans and sweaters, jackets, shoes, accessories, sportswear, and swimwear for men, women, and children. The products in the home and décor tab are classified as kitchen and dining, furniture, textile, electronics and gadgets, suitcases, and leisure. L’Oreal Professionnel, Fred Perry, McGregor, Dr. Scholl, Troll kids, Kayoom, La Morena, and Mr. Fox are of the brands available on the website. Privalia has an office in Sao Paulo, Brazil and was launched in 2006 by Jose Manuel Villanueva and Lucas Carne, and is operated from Barcelona, Spain.
Fang Holdings
Post in 2010
SouFun operates a real estate-based internet portal in China. SouFun's internet portal provides marketing, e-commerce, listing, and other value-added services for the real estate and home-related sectors. It supports SouFun's users in seeking information on the real estate and home-related sectors in China. SouFun currently maintains about 100 offices, mainly focused on local market needs. Its website and database contains real estate-related content covering more than 320 cities in China. The company’s database contains nearly 300,000 listings of residential and commercial properties for sale or lease, as well as more than one million listings from vendors selling furniture, electronics, and other offerings. Its online forum assembles the largest group of homeowners with over 150,000 daily posts and 42 million monthly unique visitors. SouFun was founded in 1999. The company received one million dollars of investment from IDG. In September 2010, SouFun successfully went public in the New York Stock Exchange, raising 450 million dollars.
Gilt Groupe
Series B in 2010
Gilt Groupe is an online retailer based in New York City that specializes in luxury goods, offering a wide range of products for men, women, and children. The company provides members access to a diverse selection of merchandise including fashion items such as clothing, shoes, and accessories, as well as home decor, furniture, and unique experiences in select cities. For women, Gilt Groupe features handbags, jewelry, watches, health and beauty products, and maternity wear. For children, it offers toys, books, and various baby products. The platform aims to create an accessible shopping experience for luxury lifestyle brands, making it easier for consumers to explore and purchase high-end fashion and home goods. Founded in 2007, Gilt Groupe is a subsidiary of Hudson's Bay Company, as of February 2016.
Alibaba Group
Private Equity Round in 2009
Alibaba Group is the largest online and mobile commerce company globally, primarily known for its extensive e-commerce platforms that connect buyers and sellers. It operates notable marketplaces in China, including Taobao, which focuses on consumer-to-consumer transactions, and Tmall, which caters to business-to-consumer interactions. The company's core business lies in its China commerce retail division, which is a significant source of cash flow. In addition to retail and wholesale transactions, Alibaba also generates revenue from various sectors, including international commerce, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and logistics through its Cainiao network. Alibaba's diverse portfolio positions it as a key player across multiple industries, including retail, logistics, and technology.
Gilt Groupe
Series B in 2009
Gilt Groupe is an online retailer based in New York City that specializes in luxury goods, offering a wide range of products for men, women, and children. The company provides members access to a diverse selection of merchandise including fashion items such as clothing, shoes, and accessories, as well as home decor, furniture, and unique experiences in select cities. For women, Gilt Groupe features handbags, jewelry, watches, health and beauty products, and maternity wear. For children, it offers toys, books, and various baby products. The platform aims to create an accessible shopping experience for luxury lifestyle brands, making it easier for consumers to explore and purchase high-end fashion and home goods. Founded in 2007, Gilt Groupe is a subsidiary of Hudson's Bay Company, as of February 2016.
Qualicorp
Private Equity Round in 2008
Qualicorp is the largest manager of collective health plans in Brazil, providing access to quality healthcare for millions of Brazilians. As a full-service healthcare benefits administrator, it serves over 5.2 million beneficiaries, allowing the company to negotiate favorable prices and conditions with health plan operators. Qualicorp offers a range of services that include insurance brokerage, consulting, and management, operating through subsidiaries in various segments such as private health plans, supplementary health insurance, medical billing, and specialized care management. Additionally, the company facilitates client access to health plan networks, ensuring comprehensive support for its beneficiaries.
Zhongsheng Group
Private Equity Round in 2008
Zhongsheng Group Holdings Limited is a prominent automobile dealership group in China, specializing in the sale and service of luxury and mid-to-high-end vehicles. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dalian, the company operates a vast network of 4S dealerships across the country, featuring renowned brands such as Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, Audi, Porsche, Land Rover, Toyota, Nissan, and Volkswagen. As of December 2019, Zhongsheng Group managed 360 dealerships, comprising 208 luxury brand outlets and 152 mid-to-high-end brand outlets, spanning 24 provinces and approximately 90 cities in China. The company not only focuses on new vehicle sales but also offers a range of after-sales services, including spare parts, automobile accessories, repair and maintenance services, and detailing, aiming to provide a comprehensive one-stop automotive solution for customers.
Torex Retail Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2007
Torex is a European market leader for store systems in Retail, Hospitality, Convenience and Fuel markets. Their customers choose Torex to make the most out of their business, by gaining access to their deep market experience, innovative technology and global reach.
Hexaware Technologies
Post in 2006
Hexaware Technologies Limited is a global provider of information technology consulting, software development, and business process management services, headquartered in Mumbai, India. Founded in 1990, the company offers a wide range of solutions, including application transformation management, business intelligence and analytics, and digital assurance services. Its application services encompass cloud application management and enterprise integration, while its analytics services focus on modern data architecture and advanced analytics. Hexaware also specializes in business process services such as intelligent process automation and customer experience management. The company supports various industries, including banking, healthcare, insurance, and retail, by providing infrastructure management and enterprise solutions like Oracle and SAP services. Additionally, Hexaware has a strategic partnership with Freshworks Inc. to develop digital solutions leveraging their customer and employee engagement software. As a subsidiary of HT Global IT Solutions Holdings Ltd., Hexaware is recognized for its commitment to enhancing customer experiences through automation and innovative technology solutions.
Upromise
Series A in 2000
Upromise, Inc. is a financial services company based in Newton, Massachusetts, that focuses on helping families save for college through a rewards program. Established in 2000, Upromise allows members to earn cash-back rewards from eligible purchases made at various partners, including grocery stores, restaurants, and online retailers. These rewards can be automatically deposited into linked 529 Plan education savings accounts or other financial accounts, enabling users to accumulate savings for education expenses. The platform is designed to support parents, students, and families in achieving their educational financial goals by simplifying the process of saving through everyday spending. Upromise operates as a subsidiary of Prodege, LLC.
LifeCare
Series A in 2000
LifeCare, Inc. is an online platform that provides personal productivity solutions to employers and members globally, focusing on work-life balance. The company serves over 51 million members through more than 61,000 public and private-sector employers, aiming to reduce absenteeism and presenteeism while enhancing employee loyalty. LifeCare offers a comprehensive suite of services, including counseling, education, referral services, and integrated employee assistance programs, addressing personal needs such as elder care, legal and financial issues, health, and everyday responsibilities. Additionally, LifeCare operates LifeMart, a members-only online discount shopping site that offers significant savings on a wide range of products and services. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, LifeCare operates as a subsidiary of Care.com, Inc.
Staples
Post in 1999
Staples is a provider of workspace products and services designed to enhance productivity for businesses of all sizes. The company offers a diverse range of items, including office supplies, furniture, technology, cleaning products, and promotional materials. Staples operates through three main channels: Staples.com, a user-friendly online platform that delivers most orders within a day; Staples Advantage®, which caters to midmarket and enterprise customers with specialized account support; and Staples® Stores, local retail outlets that serve community needs. In addition to its product offerings, Staples provides marketing services, installation, facilities management, and space planning to help organizations optimize their work environments.
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