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Bright Capital, a private debt investor in the European lower middle market, provides tailored financing, including debt and flex equity, for growth and buy-and-build strategies. Partnering with management teams and private equity sponsors, the firm employs an industry-agnostic approach, accelerating expansion and fostering value creation in dynamic sectors.
Matthias Mathieu and Karsten Batran co-founded Bright Capital in 2015 to offer innovative capital solutions. Mathieu brought c-level experience, founding an IT service provider, plus private equity expertise. Batran contributed deep knowledge from investment banking at firms like Sal. Oppenheim and Berenberg Bank, specializing in corporate debt and equity transactions.
Bright Capital serves management teams and private equity sponsors, channeling capital to lower middle market businesses across Europe. Its vision cultivates trust and long-term partnerships, generating sustainable value. Championing responsible investing and integrating ESG factors, the firm strives for enduring success and positive future impact.
Bright Capital Partners has 2 tracked investments across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $23.0M Series D in Agrivida in August 2015.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2015 | Agrivida | $23.0M Series D | Ronald Meeusen | ARCH Venture Partners, DAG Ventures, Gentry Venture Partners, Kleiner Perkins, Maschhoff Family Foods, Middleland Capital, Northgate Capital, Prairiegold Venture Partners |
| Sep 12, 2012 | Agrivida | $15.0M Series C | Bright Capital Partners | Alexandria Venture Investments, DAG Ventures, Gentry Venture Partners, Kleiner Perkins, Northgate Capital, Prairiegold Venture Partners, Presidio Ventures, Syngenta Ventures |
