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HarbourVest Partners
HarbourVest Partners began in 1982 as an independent private markets investment firm. The firm offers investment programs and customized solutions in venture...
HarbourVest Partners
HarbourVest Partners began in 1982 as an independent private markets investment firm. The firm offers investment programs and customized solutions in venture capital, buyout, and real assets. It maintains offices in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States for clients such as pension funds and financial institutions.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
1982
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Ireland
City
Boston
Corporate office
One Financial Center, Dublin, MA, Ireland
Additional offices
Asia · Europe · Latin America · United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at HarbourVest Partners?
Investment decisions are executed by internal teams focused on primary fund commitments, secondaries and co-investments. No individual principals are named in available records.
Does HarbourVest Partners participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm executes both primary fund commitments and direct secondaries alongside co-investments. Its strategy mix includes buyout, venture and special situations vehicles.
What investment stages does HarbourVest Partners typically target?
Target stages include early stage, expansion, growth, balanced and turnaround opportunities. Coverage spans seed through late-stage investments.
Which sectors does HarbourVest Partners explicitly avoid?
No explicit avoidance sectors are stated. The firm maintains exposure across diversified industries including energy, industrials, media and telecommunications.
Where does the underlying capital originate?
Capital originates from pension funds, financial institutions and other institutional investors. No family or individual wealth source is disclosed.
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