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Plantagenet Capital
Plantagenet Capital is a private equity firm based in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 1991, the firm has made 8 investments, including Atempo in 2003.
Plantagenet Capital
Plantagenet Capital is a private equity firm based in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 1991, the firm has made 8 investments, including Atempo in 2003. Plantagenet Capital has 1 portfolio exit, Atempo, which occurred on December 15, 2011.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
1995
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
San Francisco
Corporate office
San Francisco, CA, United States
Principals
W. Andrew Krusen Jr.
Founder & Managing Partner
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What does Plantagenet Capital actually invest in?
The firm runs a crossover portfolio spanning public equities and private growth-stage companies. Its 13F filings over the past decade have shown concentrated positions in large-cap technology companies, most notably Apple. Private investments are made directly, with a focus on enterprise software, healthcare services, and industrial technology.
Does Plantagenet take outside capital or is it proprietary?
The firm manages external capital. Its SEC Form ADV filings confirm it operates pooled investment vehicles open to qualified purchasers. The limited disclosure and absence of broad marketing suggest a concentrated, long-tenured limited-partner base rather than a broadly syndicated institutional raise structure.
What distinguishes Plantagenet from other crossover technology investors?
The primary distinction is longevity. Plantagenet launched its crossover technology strategy in 1995, more than a decade before the model became widely adopted by firms like Tiger Global and Coatue. It has operated the strategy through multiple technology cycles without the pressure of fund-duration constraints that govern most venture and hedge fund structures.
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