Emergence Capital Partners

Emergence Capital is a venture capital firm that was founded in 2003, focusing on early-stage investments in enterprise technology companies. The firm specializes in partnering with founders who are transforming the way businesses operate, particularly in the B2B software sector.

With a strong track record, over 90% of Emergence's early-stage investments have raised successful follow-on rounds. Notably, more than 20% of these investments have surpassed $1 billion in valuation, and over 10% have gone public. The firm's realized returns exceed $8 billion on less than $2 billion invested, demonstrating its effectiveness in building and scaling innovative companies.

The company's investment strategy includes a focus on sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, SaaS, productivity tools, and collaboration tools. Emergence advises its portfolio companies through a thesis-driven approach, underpinned by a network of B2B operators, to help accelerate the growth of the founders it partners with.

Emergence Capital's portfolio includes notable companies such as Salesforce, Zoom, Veeva Systems, Box, and Yammer, showcasing its breadth in investing in iconic and transformative B2B firms. The firm manages approximately $1 billion in assets across various funds, including investments aimed at both early and growth stages in enterprise software and consumer internet.

With headquarters located in San Francisco and San Mateo, California, Emergence Capital remains committed to supporting innovative founders and pioneering technology, driving not only economic growth but also contributing to social responsibility initiatives such as cancer research and climate change efforts.