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Staley Capital
Staley Capital is a growth equity firm that backs B2B software and applied AI platforms at the moment consumer behavior makes them mission-critical for...
Staley Capital
Staley Capital is a growth equity firm that backs B2B software and applied AI platforms at the moment consumer behavior makes them mission-critical for enterprises. The firm invests at the inflection point after early signals are visible and real customers exist, but before the category becomes crowded. It focuses on B2B software and applied AI companies serving consumer-facing industries, typically at early commercial maturity with $5 to $20 million in recurring revenue.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
1996
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Newton
Corporate office
Newton, MA, United States
Principals
Renny Smith
Managing Partner
Jeff Hurst
Partner
Ben Levitan
Partner
Kenjo Maeji
Vice President
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What is Staley Capital's investment focus?
Staley Capital targets growth equity in B2B software and applied AI platforms. It concentrates on companies serving consumer-facing industries — notably retail, restaurants, adtech and martech, and supply chain — at the moment when secular shifts make their products essential rather than optional.
Who runs investment decisions at Staley Capital?
Managing Partner Renny Smith leads the investment team. Partners Jeff Hurst and Ben Levitan serve alongside him, with Vice President Kenjo Maeji supporting deal execution. An operating-advisor group contributes domain-specific diligence in retail, operations, and financial services.
What does the operating-advisor bench contribute?
The operating advisors — including retail strategist Herb Kleinberger, marketing analytics veteran Martha Pease, consumer-finance executive Phillip Riese, and technology advisor Amit Basak — provide Staley Capital portfolio companies with go-to-market, operations, and customer-channel expertise. This bench substitutes for a large internal team and reflects the firm's preference for operator-led value creation.
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