DWP Capital

What is DWP Capital?

DWP Capital is an early-stage growth equity firm specializing in vertical software and tech-enabled services investments.

They provide growth equity to exceptional founders and lead late seed to Series A deals with initial check sizes ranging from $1 million to $3 million.

With a particular focus on B2B Vertical SaaS or Tech-Enabled Services generating $500k to $3M in Recurring Revenues, they support businesses at critical development stages, typically Seed Plus or Early A Rounds. They select companies with at least Gross Margins of +50% and team sizes ranging from 5 to 25 full-time employees.

Their investment strategy involves participating in financing rounds of $2 million to $5 million, primarily targeting markets outside of Silicon Valley and New York. DWP Capital's industry scope includes AI/ML, Enterprise Business Enablement, Supply Chain and Logistics, Healthcare IT, Human Resources, and they have a keen interest in woman-focused enterprises. The firm's approach hinges on responsible growth and strong fundamentals, offering flexible capital due to their structure which allows true flexibility on investment hold periods.

They emphasize active collaboration and value authentic relationships, transparency, direct communication, empathy, equality, and personal respect. By fostering radical connections, DWP Capital provides access to a network of capable business partners across various functions such as sales, marketing, finance & accounting, legal, technology, operations, and human resources, contributing well beyond board meetings.

Located in Carlsbad, CA, they are dedicated to being not just investors but strategic advisors, assisting entrepreneurs in building exceptional businesses through an approach that goes beyond financial support, thereby positioning themselves as partners in the success of the companies they invest in.