Evolution Equity Partners

Evolution Equity Partners is a New York-based international venture capital firm founded in 2014 by Richard Seewald and Dennis Smith, with additional offices in London, Palo Alto, and Zurich. The firm specializes in growth-stage investments primarily in cybersecurity and enterprise software companies, aiming to support visionary entrepreneurs who develop innovative technologies that address the evolving digital threat landscape. Their team combines deep operational expertise and investment experience, having previously scaled AVG Technologies into a global cybersecurity leader.

With over $1.6 billion in assets under management and five funds raised, Evolution Equity Partners provides capital, industry expertise, and a global network to help portfolio companies scale operations, enter new markets, and accelerate growth. The firm focuses on companies in North America and Europe, especially in the United States and the United Kingdom, leveraging a proven playbook to support cybersecurity businesses beyond capital infusion.

Evolution Equity Partners is recognized for its active involvement in the cybersecurity ecosystem, hosting annual forums for cybersecurity executives and global leaders, and partnering with organizations like Women Who Code to promote diversity in tech. Their portfolio includes leading cybersecurity firms, and they typically invest between $10 million and $150 million per company, mainly in Series A and Series B rounds, reflecting their commitment to scaling next-generation security solutions worldwide.