At a Glance
Palisade Growth Capital is a Denver-based growth equity firm founded in 2014 that specializes in investing in profitable technology and services companies in the lower middle market. The firm has built its reputation around a patient capital approach, focusing on companies with strong management teams and proven business models that can benefit from growth capital and strategic guidance.
With $400 million in assets under management, Palisade targets Series B and later-stage investments primarily in enterprise software, SaaS, and digital health companies. Their investment thesis emphasizes profitability and sustainable growth over pure revenue expansion, making them an attractive partner for companies seeking capital to scale without sacrificing unit economics or operational discipline.
The firm's portfolio includes companies such as Assent Compliance, Mindful, and Workstream, reflecting their focus on B2B software and technology-enabled services. Palisade's Denver location provides them with access to the Mountain West's growing technology ecosystem while maintaining lower operating costs than coastal markets. The firm is known for its hands-on operational support and long-term partnership approach, working closely with management teams to drive sustainable growth and operational improvements.
“Invests in profitable, growing technology and services companies that can benefit from growth capital and strategic guidance.”
Palisade Growth Capital primarily invests at the Series B+ stage. This means they focus on companies that are at various stages of growth.
Palisade Growth Capital is headquartered in Denver, CO. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
Palisade Growth Capital focuses on investments in Enterprise, SaaS, Digital Health. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
Palisade Growth Capital's typical investment check size ranges from $5M to $25M. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.
Palisade Growth Capital manages approximately $400M in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.
