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Constellation Software Inc.
Constellation Software Inc. is the leading international provider of software and services to public and private sector industries. For more than three decades...
Constellation Software Inc.
Constellation Software Inc. is the leading international provider of software and services to public and private sector industries. For more than three decades it has been a leading acquirer and provider of mission-critical, high-impact software solutions and services to specialized industries around the world. Its buy-and-hold approach acquires and supports vertical market software companies for the long term, helping them grow with autonomy, internal support, and stability.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Location
Region
North America
Country
Canada
City
Toronto
Corporate office
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Principals
Mark Miller
President and Chief Operating Officer
Jamal Baksh
Chief Financial Officer
Bernard Anzarouth
Chief Investment Officer
Farley Noble
SVP, Large Investments and Strategy
Mark Dennison
General Counsel
John Billowits
Director and Chairman
Lawrence Cunningham
Director and Vice-Chairman
Claire Kennedy
Director
Andrew Pastor
Director
Donna Parr
Director
Laurie Schultz
Director
Robert Kittel
Director
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Constellation Software?
Constellation Software is led by a CEO and Board of Directors as a public company. The firm does not publicly name a single point of authority for acquisitions; decisions are distributed across operating group presidents.
How does Constellation source proprietary deal flow?
The firm sources deals through relationships with business owners in vertical markets, industry conferences, and direct inbound from acquisition targets seeking a permanent home. The decentralized structure allows operating groups to maintain local networks.
Does Constellation participate in fund commitments or only direct acquisitions?
Constellation primarily makes direct acquisitions of vertical market software companies. It does not participate in fund-of-funds or external third-party funds.
What investment stages does Constellation target?
Constellation targets mature, profitable vertical market software businesses rather than early-stage startups. It focuses on companies with recurring revenue and high customer retention.
Which sectors does Constellation explicitly avoid?
Constellation avoids horizontal software platforms, consumer-facing apps, and early-stage technology. It concentrates on mission-critical software for specific industries.
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