Bessemer Venture Partners

2011

Founded

1257

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP) is a prominent American venture capital and private equity firm headquartered in San Francisco, California. Established in 1911 by Henry Phipps Jr., a co-founder of Carnegie Steel, BVP has a rich history of supporting innovative companies across various sectors. Over the years, the firm has expanded its global presence with offices in India, Israel, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom, managing assets worth approximately $20 billion as of 2022.

BVP's investment philosophy centers on partnering with entrepreneurs from the early stages through every phase of growth, aiming to build enduring companies. The firm's portfolio boasts over 300 companies, including notable names like Pinterest, Shopify, LinkedIn, and Twilio. BVP's areas of focus encompass AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cloud, Consumer, Cybersecurity, Crypto, Data, Deep Tech, Developer, Fintech, Healthcare, Marketplaces, and Vertical Software.

The firm differentiates itself through its comprehensive support system, offering resources like the "Atlas" platform, which provides investment roadmaps, benchmarks, and insights to help entrepreneurs build lasting companies. Additionally, BVP's "Anti-Portfolio" section candidly lists major investment opportunities it missed, such as Apple Inc., eBay, and LinkedIn, reflecting its commitment to transparency and learning from past experiences. With a legacy spanning over a century, Bessemer Venture Partners continues to be a significant player in the venture capital landscape, fostering innovation and growth across diverse industries.

Portfolio Companies

Pinterest, Shopify, LinkedIn, Twilio, Yelp, Skype, LifeLock, Auth0, Zapier, Rocket Lab

Gepgraphic Focus

United States, India, Israel, Hong Kong, United Kingdom

Key Differentiators

Comprehensive support system through resources like "Atlas" and "Anti-Portfolio", Global presence with offices in multiple countries, Over a century-long legacy in venture capital

Thypical Investment Size

Not publicly disclosed

Total Funds Raised

$20 billion

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Creator Economy

EdTech

Big Data & Analytics

Developer Tools

Enterprise

FinTech

Redwood City

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

Series B

Series C

Series D

United States