MERCATO PARTNERS
MERCATO PARTNERS is a Seed, Series A, Series B and Series C+ fund in the US investing in AI, technology, branded-consumer-goods, healthcare-it, food-beverage and manufacturing.
- Stages
- Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C+
- Sectors
- AI, technology, branded-consumer-goods, healthcare-it, food-beverage, manufacturing
- Invests in
- US-wide
- Actively investing
- Yes
- Founded
- 2007
- Assets under management
- $1.1B-$1.6B
- Website
- mercatopartners.com
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Thesis
Mercato Partners is a growth equity firm founded in 2007, with a combined AUM of over $1.1 billion to $1.6 billion across its funds (Traverse, Prelude, Savory). The firm partners with entrepreneurs to build category-leading companies, with a unique focus on underserved geographies across the United States, aiming to invest in companies demonstrating 40% to 200% year-over-year growth. The Savory Fund specifically targets controlling equity positions in manufacturing, technology, and food/beverage brands. Since 2022, 80% of their investments have been outside of Utah. The firm's 'Fit' criteria suggests a preference for companies with $10 million+ in annual revenue and $10 million+ round sizes.
Common questions
Does MERCATO PARTNERS invest at the Seed stage?
Yes. MERCATO PARTNERS lists Seed, Series A, Series B and Series C+ among the stages it invests in.
Where does MERCATO PARTNERS invest?
MERCATO PARTNERS invests in the US.