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ACTIVE
Global HQ
Boston, United States
Countries of investment
  • United States
  • Canada
  • United Kingdom
  • China
  • Japan
  • Germany
  • Israel
  • Colombia
Investment stages
  • Growth
Industries
  • Enterprise Software
  • Healthcare
  • Fintech
About
HarbourVest is an independent, global private markets investment specialist with over 40 years of experience. The firm partners with clients to provide access to and manage portfolios of global primary funds, secondary transactions, and direct co-investments. They are positioned as a comprehensive solutions provider for institutional and high-net-worth clients seeking exposure to private markets.
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Investment Thesis

HarbourVest Partners is a global private markets specialist employing three core strategies: Primary fund investments, Secondary transactions, and Direct Co-investments. The firm invests across the full spectrum of private markets, including venture capital, growth equity, and buyouts, on a global basis. Their unique approach is defined by a comprehensive, integrated platform, deep industry relationships built over 40+ years, and a disciplined investment process that allows them to build customized portfolios for a diverse client base.
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Manager's Experience

The leadership team, including CEO John Toomey, consists of seasoned professionals with decades of experience within the firm, many having joined in the 1990s and early 2000s. Their expertise spans the full private markets spectrum, including primary fund investments, complex secondary transactions, and direct co-investments. This long tenure and multi-strategy experience provide deep industry relationships and a stable, long-term investment perspective.

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Team

John Toomey - Managing Director

Peter Wilson - Managing Director

John Collins - Managing Director

Ryan Gunther - Managing Director

Carolina Espinal - Managing Director

Ian Lane - Managing Director

Tricia Mackechnie - Managing Director

Chief Technology Officer

Karin Lagerlund - Managing Director

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