Highland Capital Partners
UnclaimedAt a Glance
- Stage
- Seed, Series A, Series B+
- AUM
- $4B
- Sectors
- Enterprise, Consumer, Digital Health
- Founded
- 1988
- HQ
- Boston, MA
About Highland Capital Partners
Highland Capital Partners was founded in 1988 and has grown to become one of the most established venture capital firms with over 30 years of investing experience. Based in Boston with additional offices in Silicon Valley and Europe, Highland manages approximately $4 billion in assets under management across multiple funds. The firm invests across three primary sectors: consumer internet and services, enterprise software and infrastructure, and digital health and life sciences.
Highland is known for its global perspective and hands-on approach, working closely with entrepreneurs from seed stage through growth rounds. The firm has backed numerous successful companies including early investments in Ask Jeeves, MapQuest, and more recently Rent the Runway and Twilio. Highland's team combines investment expertise with operational experience, often taking board seats and providing strategic guidance to portfolio companies. Their European presence, established through offices in Switzerland and the UK, reflects their commitment to investing in transformational companies globally.
Investment Thesis
“Invests in transformational companies across consumer, enterprise, and digital health sectors from seed to growth stage.”
Sector Focus
Investment Stage
Notable Portfolio Companies
Regional Arms
- └Highland Europe— London, UKEurope
Frequently Asked Questions
What stage does Highland Capital Partners invest at?
Highland Capital Partners primarily invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B+ stages. This means they focus on companies that are building their initial product and finding product-market fit.
Where is Highland Capital Partners located?
Highland Capital Partners is headquartered in Boston, MA. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
What sectors does Highland Capital Partners focus on?
Highland Capital Partners focuses on investments in Enterprise, Consumer, Digital Health. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
How much does Highland Capital Partners have under management?
Highland Capital Partners manages approximately $4B in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.
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