Sands Capital

Sands Capital is a growth equity firm based in Arlington, Virginia, founded in 1992. The firm focuses on long-term investments in innovative growth businesses across various sectors, including healthcare, technology, and consumer products. Sands Capital operates through two affiliates: Sands Capital Management, which invests in public market companies, and Sands Capital Ventures, which targets private market investments. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes rigorous fundamental analysis combined with creative thinking to identify companies that are shaping the future. By enabling clients to engage with these growth opportunities, Sands Capital aims to enhance wealth prudently over time.

Cecil Y. Ang

Research Associate

Matthew Buckley

Senior Research Associate

Brian Christiansen

Executive Managing Director, Senior Portfolio Manager and Research Analyst

Christopher Eng

Principal

Scott Frederick

Managing Director

Kumar Gautam

Partner

Michael J. Ginder

Partner

Michael Graninger

Managing Partner

Michael Graninger

Partner

Nicholas Graziano

Principal, Portfolio Services

Barron B. Martin, Jr.

Senior Research Associate

Annie McCormick

Director, Client Service

Mark McGovern

Venture Partner

Jake Merrill, CFA

Principal

Ian Ratcliffe

Managing Partner

Gene Riechers

Venture Partner

Frank M. Sands, Jr.

CEO, CIO

Marina Serenbetz

Partner

Shreya Singh

Associate

Erin Soule

Director of Finance and Operations

Christy Steele

Principal

Past deals in Series F

Anduril Industries

Series F in 2024
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced hardware and software products to address complex national security challenges for the United States and its allies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company specializes in developing cutting-edge solutions, including the Lattice Platform—an artificial intelligence system that integrates real-time data into a cohesive operational picture—and the Sentry Tower, which consolidates data from various electromagnetic sources. Additionally, Anduril produces the Ghost sUAS, a man-portable unmanned aerial system capable of executing numerous missions autonomously, and the Anvil sUAS, designed for precision interception of drone threats with human operator verification. Through its innovative technologies, Anduril aims to enhance military capabilities and border surveillance, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of those serving in defense of national interests.

Upgrade

Series F in 2021
Upgrade, Inc. is an online lending platform based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Phoenix, Montreal, and Chicago. Founded in 2016, Upgrade provides access to personal loans and the Upgrade Card, offering consumers affordable credit options. The Upgrade Card combines the benefits of traditional credit cards with the responsible lending characteristics of installment loans, available at numerous retail locations in the U.S. In addition to lending services, Upgrade offers free credit monitoring, alerts, and educational tools designed to help consumers understand and manage their finances effectively. By combining financial products with educational resources, Upgrade aims to promote responsible credit use among mainstream consumers.

JumpCloud

Series F in 2021
JumpCloud, Inc. operates a Directory-as-a-Service platform that simplifies identity management and securely connects users to their systems, applications, files, and networks. The platform enables organizations to manage user accounts, permissions, and device access while automating critical server management tasks such as security, compliance, and configuration. With its cloud-based directory, JumpCloud provides a single solution for IT and security teams to authenticate and manage user identities across diverse environments, applying Zero Trust principles to enhance security. The company serves over 100,000 organizations globally, including notable clients like Cars.com and GoFundMe. Founded in 2010 and based in Louisville, Colorado, JumpCloud was initially known as SafeInstance, Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

Snyk

Series F in 2021
Snyk Ltd. is a software as a service company that provides a platform for identifying, fixing, and monitoring vulnerabilities in applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Tel Aviv, Boston, and Ontario, Snyk offers a range of solutions tailored for developers and security teams. Its key products include Snyk Code, a developer-first static application security testing tool, and container vulnerability management for securing Docker images. The platform also supports application security management, licensing compliance, and infrastructure as code security, ensuring that all components of modern applications are secure. Snyk’s Developer Security Platform integrates seamlessly into developers' workflows, promoting collaboration between development and security teams. The company serves over 1,200 customers globally, including notable organizations like Google and Salesforce, and has formed a strategic partnership with Rapid7. Snyk is recognized for its contributions to enhancing application security in an increasingly digital landscape.

Lyra Health

Series F in 2021
Lyra Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in Burlingame, California, founded in 2015. It operates a platform that connects employers with a curated network of mental health care providers, including therapists and coaches. Lyra's innovative technology matches employees to the appropriate mental health resources based on their individual needs and preferences, enhancing access to high-quality care. The platform employs clinical measures to assess symptom improvement for common mental health issues, leading to significantly better outcomes compared to traditional plans. By offering live video therapy, coaching, and digital self-care tools, Lyra facilitates a comprehensive treatment journey for its members, resulting in increased engagement and support throughout the mental health process.

Outreach

Series F in 2020
Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform that enhances revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, with an office in London, the company offers solutions for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its platform employs machine learning to automate repetitive tasks, track sales statistics, and provide insights into buyer sentiment, allowing sales teams to tailor their approaches based on real-time emotive signals. Outreach's client base includes prominent companies such as Zoom, Adobe, and Microsoft, who utilize the platform to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their sales processes, ultimately driving predictable and measurable growth.

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.

Health Catalyst

Series F in 2019
Health Catalyst is a technology company that specializes in data and analytics solutions for healthcare organizations. The company offers a platform that organizes, normalizes, and links health-related data from various systems, making it accessible and searchable for all users, including those without technical expertise. Health Catalyst operates through two main segments: the Technology segment, which generates the majority of its revenue through cloud-based subscriptions, time-based licenses, and maintenance fees for its data platforms and analytics applications; and the Professional Services segment, which provides a range of services including analytics, implementation, strategic advisory, and outsourcing to help clients optimize their use of the technology. By integrating and analyzing healthcare data, Health Catalyst aims to enhance decision-making and improve outcomes in the healthcare sector.

Funding Circle

Series F in 2017
Funding Circle Limited operates an online marketplace that connects small and medium-sized businesses seeking loans with individual and institutional investors. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the platform allows various lenders, including individuals, banks, local councils, and financial organizations, to provide unsecured and secured loans for various business needs, such as working capital, asset purchases, and property development. By facilitating direct lending, Funding Circle offers businesses fast access to financing while providing investors with the opportunity to earn attractive returns. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including software, retail, energy, healthcare, construction, e-commerce, and industrial sectors, aiming to foster growth, create jobs, and support local communities.

AppDynamics

Series F in 2015
AppDynamics offers an observability platform that enables businesses to monitor and optimize their digital performance in real time. The platform provides an integrated suite of tools that delivers insights into application, user, and business performance, allowing organizations to make informed decisions quickly. By focusing on user interactions, AppDynamics dynamically collects millions of performance data points across applications and infrastructure, identifying performance anomalies and enabling automatic fixes. This application intelligence not only enhances customer engagement but also improves overall operational efficiency. With flexible deployment options in both cloud and on-premise environments, AppDynamics equips businesses to navigate complex software ecosystems effectively and adaptively.

DocuSign

Series F in 2015
DocuSign, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud-based software that facilitates electronic signatures and automates agreement workflows for businesses and individuals. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive platform known as Agreement Cloud, which streamlines various aspects of documented transactions, including identity management, authentication, and data collection. DocuSign's solutions cater to a diverse range of sectors, including finance, healthcare, technology, and real estate, and serve small to large enterprises. Key offerings include DocuSign CLM for automating agreement processes, Intelligent Insights leveraging artificial intelligence for agreement analysis, and integrations with platforms like Salesforce. Additionally, the company provides tools for complex forms, digital payments, and electronic notarization. DocuSign operates globally, with offices in major cities such as London, Sydney, São Paulo, and Dublin, and offers training and support services to enhance user experience.
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