Level Equity

Level Equity, founded in 2009, is a leading middle-market growth capital firm specializing in rapidly growing, capital-efficient software and technology-enabled businesses. The firm provides flexible long-term capital through minority and majority growth equity, full acquisitions, recaps, and structured equity/credit solutions, targeting B2B software companies in non-cyclical industries with durable models and typically $5M+ recurring revenue. With over 125 investments and 60+ liquidity events, Level Equity emphasizes bespoke partnerships, leveraging its NextLevel Operations team for value creation in management, M&A, and scaling.

Headquartered in New York with offices in Greenwich, CT, and a global footprint, Level Equity invests across North America, Europe (including Israel), Australia, and New Zealand. The firm has raised over $5B in committed capital across core growth funds (e.g., LEGP VI at $1.4B), opportunistic funds, and structured capital vehicles (e.g., Level Structured Capital III). It sources proprietary deals via proactive outreach and supports portfolio growth through expert networks, achieving recognition like Inc.’s Founder-Friendly Investor list.

Level Equity's founder-friendly approach is praised by CEOs for its high-integrity, low-ego partnership style that balances support with autonomy. Key investments include CloudCheckr (exited to NetApp), Planet DDS, simPro, Instaclustr, and recent deals like Upshop, Ninth Wave, and Legato Security. Committed to ESG integration, the firm manages 17 pooled vehicles with a 50-employee team (88% investors).