Highland Capital Partners

Highland Capital Partners is a Massachusetts-headquartered global venture capital firm that invests in seed, early and growth-stage consumer and enterprise technology companies. It maintains offices in Boston, Silicon Valley and Shanghai and has raised substantial capital and backed more than 225 companies across consumer and enterprise technology, supporting entrepreneurs with a focus on building lasting businesses. The firm also runs mentorship initiatives such as Summer@Highland. Its European presence, Highland Europe, founded in 2012, targets rapidly growing internet, mobile and software companies in Europe and works closely with the firm to pursue primary investments as well as acquisition finance or lead secondary transactions.

Bob Davis

Managing Partner

Eoghan Dorman

Senior Associate

Craig Driscoll

General Partner

Claire Fauquier

Principal

Ayna Hayden

Principal

Past deals in London

9fin

Series B in 2024
9fin Limited is a London-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software designed to provide comprehensive financial data for the bond market, particularly focusing on high-yield bonds. The company offers a data analytics platform that utilizes computer vision and machine learning to facilitate the search, filtering, and analysis of financial information. By delivering real-time market news, deal monitoring, and price data presented in chart formats, 9fin supports professionals in finance, investment banking, and asset management in making informed investment decisions. Its tools foster collaboration among teams and assist users in assessing risks effectively, ultimately streamlining the decision-making process in the credit markets.

FINBOURNE Technology

Series B in 2024
Founded in 2016, FINBOURNE Technology develops investment management platforms designed to transform and simplify investment data. Its flagship product, LUSID, securely stores a full history of every transaction and adjustment, supporting IBOR, ABOR, tax-lot accounting, valuation, and risk workflows. The company also offers Luminesce, a data virtualization engine for real-time insights.

ZeroFOX

Post in 2022
ZeroFOX is a cybersecurity company that provides external threat intelligence and protection against social media–based threats. It operates a cloud-based platform delivering real-time social threat analytics, protection, and monitoring to safeguard brands, people, and data across the public attack surface. Its solutions address phishing, credential compromise, impersonation, information leakage, brand hijacking, and physical or reputational risks to executives and high-profile individuals, with services including managed monitoring and protection. The company supports industries such as financial services, retail, government, healthcare, technology, education, media, and sports, and offers specialized protections for elections and high-value personnel.

Goodlord

Series B in 2022
Goodlord develops a cloud-based software platform streamlining rental processes for estate agents, landlords, and tenants. Its platform enables online payments of holding deposits, completion of references, signing tenancy agreements, and management of associated paperwork, enhancing efficiency and transparency.

ME+EM

Series A in 2022
ME+EM is a British contemporary fashion brand for women that designs and sells affordable, designer-quality clothing and accessories with a focus on fit, fabric, and detail. The company operates online and through flagship stores in central London, offering dresses, tops, shirts, knitwear, jeans, jackets, and essentials. Founded in 2006 and based in London, it emphasizes direct-to-consumer sales to keep prices sensible. Rebranded from Pyjama Room Ltd in 2009, ME+EM aims to provide flattering, easy-to-wear, versatile pieces for busy women and has pursued international expansion, including the United States.

Signal AI

Series D in 2021
Signal AI is a technology platform that analyzes text to deliver market intelligence and actionable insights for business decision-making. It aggregates and analyzes data from digital, print, broadcast media, news, and regulatory sources to help organizations track competitive dynamics, monitor regulatory changes, and manage reputation. The platform employs machine learning to classify topics and surface trends, enabling users to derive insights and make faster, smarter decisions. Founded in 2013 and based in London, Signal AI focuses on media monitoring, reputation management, and regulatory compliance, supporting leaders in identifying risks and opportunities and informing strategic choices.

Plentific

Series C in 2021
Plentific operates an online marketplace connecting homeowners and professionals in various trades across the United Kingdom, Germany, and the United States. Founded in 2013, its platform streamlines repairs and maintenance services for landlords and property managers, empowering them to deliver efficient solutions.

YOOBIC

Series C in 2021
YOOBIC, established in 2014, specializes in mobile solutions for businesses with deskless workforces, primarily in retail, hospitality, and manufacturing sectors. Headquartered in the UK with operations in Europe, North America, and South America, the company offers a platform that optimizes communication, training, and process management. This enables real-time monitoring of in-store operations, merchandising agreements, and POS campaigns, empowering employees and enhancing productivity. YOOBIC serves over 150 global brands, including Puma, BurgerFi, and Peugeot.

Unibuddy

Series B in 2021
Unibuddy Limited is a London-based company established in 2015 that provides a platform connecting prospective university students with current student ambassadors. This platform facilitates peer interactions, enabling students to engage in conversations and group discussions that help them assess which university aligns best with their needs and aspirations. By integrating its tools into university websites, Unibuddy enhances the recruitment process, allowing institutions to attract, engage, and convert potential applicants more effectively. The offerings include the Unibuddy platform, Unibuddy Live, and Unibuddy on UCAS, all designed to foster meaningful connections and insights into students' motivations. Through these peer-to-peer interactions, Unibuddy aims to improve the recruitment experience for both students and universities.

ZeroFOX

Series D in 2020
ZeroFOX is a cybersecurity company that provides external threat intelligence and protection against social media–based threats. It operates a cloud-based platform delivering real-time social threat analytics, protection, and monitoring to safeguard brands, people, and data across the public attack surface. Its solutions address phishing, credential compromise, impersonation, information leakage, brand hijacking, and physical or reputational risks to executives and high-profile individuals, with services including managed monitoring and protection. The company supports industries such as financial services, retail, government, healthcare, technology, education, media, and sports, and offers specialized protections for elections and high-value personnel.

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.

Trilogy Education Services

Series B in 2018
Trilogy Education Services, Inc. is a workforce accelerator that collaborates with universities to provide skills-based training programs aimed at preparing students for high-demand careers in the digital economy. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Boca Raton, Florida, Tempe, Arizona, and London, United Kingdom, the company specializes in areas such as web development, data analytics, and visualization. Trilogy's platform combines a market-driven curriculum, career services, and partnerships with employers to ensure that graduates possess the technical skills and confidence necessary for success. The company addresses regional hiring needs by designing programs tailored to local job markets, thereby helping students transition into roles in software engineering, data architecture, and beyond. To date, thousands of working adults have completed Trilogy-powered programs, which are endorsed by over 1,500 employers, including both startups and Fortune 500 companies.

ZeroFOX

Series C in 2017
ZeroFOX is a cybersecurity company that provides external threat intelligence and protection against social media–based threats. It operates a cloud-based platform delivering real-time social threat analytics, protection, and monitoring to safeguard brands, people, and data across the public attack surface. Its solutions address phishing, credential compromise, impersonation, information leakage, brand hijacking, and physical or reputational risks to executives and high-profile individuals, with services including managed monitoring and protection. The company supports industries such as financial services, retail, government, healthcare, technology, education, media, and sports, and offers specialized protections for elections and high-value personnel.

Trilogy Education Services

Series A in 2017
Trilogy Education Services, Inc. is a workforce accelerator that collaborates with universities to provide skills-based training programs aimed at preparing students for high-demand careers in the digital economy. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Boca Raton, Florida, Tempe, Arizona, and London, United Kingdom, the company specializes in areas such as web development, data analytics, and visualization. Trilogy's platform combines a market-driven curriculum, career services, and partnerships with employers to ensure that graduates possess the technical skills and confidence necessary for success. The company addresses regional hiring needs by designing programs tailored to local job markets, thereby helping students transition into roles in software engineering, data architecture, and beyond. To date, thousands of working adults have completed Trilogy-powered programs, which are endorsed by over 1,500 employers, including both startups and Fortune 500 companies.

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.

ZeroFOX

Series B in 2015
ZeroFOX is a cybersecurity company that provides external threat intelligence and protection against social media–based threats. It operates a cloud-based platform delivering real-time social threat analytics, protection, and monitoring to safeguard brands, people, and data across the public attack surface. Its solutions address phishing, credential compromise, impersonation, information leakage, brand hijacking, and physical or reputational risks to executives and high-profile individuals, with services including managed monitoring and protection. The company supports industries such as financial services, retail, government, healthcare, technology, education, media, and sports, and offers specialized protections for elections and high-value personnel.

SessionM

Series C in 2015
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.

SessionM

Series B in 2012
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.

SessionM

Series A in 2011
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.

Tatara Systems

Venture Round in 2010
Tatara Systems, Inc. is a developer of convergence products tailored for mobile operators and service providers. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Vancouver, Canada, and London, the company specializes in personal computer convergence and fixed mobile convergence markets. Tatara Systems offers several key products, including the Tatara Convergence Server, which facilitates voice and messaging services for mobile phones; the Tatara Subscriber Gateway, a security solution for Femtocell and PC convergence; and the Tatara Service Manager, which allows end users to access mobile broadband services from their service providers. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance connectivity and streamline communication for users across various platforms.

Tatara Systems

Series D in 2007
Tatara Systems, Inc. is a developer of convergence products tailored for mobile operators and service providers. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Vancouver, Canada, and London, the company specializes in personal computer convergence and fixed mobile convergence markets. Tatara Systems offers several key products, including the Tatara Convergence Server, which facilitates voice and messaging services for mobile phones; the Tatara Subscriber Gateway, a security solution for Femtocell and PC convergence; and the Tatara Service Manager, which allows end users to access mobile broadband services from their service providers. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance connectivity and streamline communication for users across various platforms.

Tatara Systems

Series C in 2005
Tatara Systems, Inc. is a developer of convergence products tailored for mobile operators and service providers. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Vancouver, Canada, and London, the company specializes in personal computer convergence and fixed mobile convergence markets. Tatara Systems offers several key products, including the Tatara Convergence Server, which facilitates voice and messaging services for mobile phones; the Tatara Subscriber Gateway, a security solution for Femtocell and PC convergence; and the Tatara Service Manager, which allows end users to access mobile broadband services from their service providers. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance connectivity and streamline communication for users across various platforms.

Tatara Systems

Series B in 2004
Tatara Systems, Inc. is a developer of convergence products tailored for mobile operators and service providers. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Vancouver, Canada, and London, the company specializes in personal computer convergence and fixed mobile convergence markets. Tatara Systems offers several key products, including the Tatara Convergence Server, which facilitates voice and messaging services for mobile phones; the Tatara Subscriber Gateway, a security solution for Femtocell and PC convergence; and the Tatara Service Manager, which allows end users to access mobile broadband services from their service providers. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance connectivity and streamline communication for users across various platforms.

Tatara Systems

Series A in 2003
Tatara Systems, Inc. is a developer of convergence products tailored for mobile operators and service providers. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Vancouver, Canada, and London, the company specializes in personal computer convergence and fixed mobile convergence markets. Tatara Systems offers several key products, including the Tatara Convergence Server, which facilitates voice and messaging services for mobile phones; the Tatara Subscriber Gateway, a security solution for Femtocell and PC convergence; and the Tatara Service Manager, which allows end users to access mobile broadband services from their service providers. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance connectivity and streamline communication for users across various platforms.
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