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Accel

Accel is a venture firm investing in early-stage software and internet companies since 1983.

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Accel

Accel was established in 1983. It concentrates on private equity investments in technology sectors. The firm pursues early stage and growth strategies. Asset classes include software, internet platforms, consumer services, and cloud infrastructure. Geographic reach covers the United States, Europe, and India. Confirmed focus areas span seed, start-up, and expansion rounds. AUM stands at 2000 million USD. The firm maintains offices in Palo Alto with additional presence in London and India. No dated operational events from the last 24 months appear in available records. Accel operates as a multi-office venture platform. Its structure supports direct investments across listed sectors without disclosed affiliation to external clubs or vehicles.

General information

Firm type

Venture Capital

Year founded

1983

AUM

2000 (Altss estimate)

Location

Region

North America

Country

United States

City

Palo Alto

Corporate office

500 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States

Sector focus

SoftwareInternetConsumer Services

Frequently asked questions

Who runs investment decisions at Accel?

No named principals or investment committee members are disclosed in the source records.

What investment stages does Accel target?

Accel targets early stage seed, start-up, expansion, and growth rounds.

Does Accel participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?

Source records indicate focus on direct investments in portfolio companies.

Which sectors does Accel explicitly avoid?

No explicit avoidance sectors are stated in the records.

Where does Accel maintain offices?

Headquarters in Palo Alto with operations in Europe, India, and London.

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