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Route One Investment Company
ROUTE ONE INVESTMENT COMPANY, L.P. is an SEC-registered investment adviser in SAN FRANCISCO, CA, registered since 2011. The firm manages approximately $4.7...
Route One Investment Company
ROUTE ONE INVESTMENT COMPANY, L.P. is an SEC-registered investment adviser in SAN FRANCISCO, CA, registered since 2011. The firm manages approximately $4.7 billion in assets. It has 20 employees and 8 investment advisers.
General information
Firm type
RIA
Year founded
2004
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
San Francisco
Corporate office
San Francisco, CA, United States
Principals
Michael Goguen
Managing Partner
Eric Carlson
Chief Financial Officer
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Route One Investment Company?
Michael Goguen is the Managing Partner and primary decision-maker, overseeing all investment activity. He previously spent 15 years at Sequoia Capital, where he led investments that shaped the firm's enterprise portfolio.
How does Route One source proprietary deal flow?
Route One differentiates by focusing on secondary purchases from founders and early employees in late-stage private companies. This sourcing approach avoids auction processes and provides direct access to shareholders seeking liquidity.
Does Route One participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm participates in both. It maintains a fund-of-funds program alongside its direct co-investment and credit strategies. Route One has committed to external venture and buyout funds while also leading direct deals.
Which sectors does Route One explicitly avoid?
The firm avoids early-stage venture, seed rounds, and cryptocurrency-native businesses. It also does not invest in tobacco, gambling, or weapons manufacturing.
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