Arctaris Capital Partners

What is Arctaris Capital Partners?

Arctaris Capital Partners is an investment fund focused on providing royalty-based capital as well as subordinated debt to expansion stage companies primarily in the eastern United States. With a typical financing range of $1 million to $3 million, Arctaris positions itself as a pioneer among venture funds offering alternatives to traditional venture capital, particularly in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis.

Their investment strategy favors industries including Software, Information Technology and Telecom Media Technology (TMT), FinTech and Financial Services, Retail and E-Commerce, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Wearables, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data, as well as Investment Management sectors.

Arctaris is more than a mere financier; they emphasize impact investments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and community revitalization, as evidenced by their partnership with Bank of America and being awarded a $30 million New Markets Tax Credit Allocation by the U.S.

Treasury's CDFI Fund.

The Arctaris Impact Fund notably focuses on Opportunity Zones, aiming to create positive outcomes in underserved communities. Alignment with their investment philosophy requires ventures that demonstrate potential for financial innovation and substantive community impact. The fund's approach includes active involvement through advisory boards, and a commitment to transparency as recognized by their annual impact reporting.

They maintain a national footprint and partner with other entities to maximize their influence and the efficacy of their investments.

Arctaris Capital Partners highlights the importance of sustainable job creation and community development through strategic investments, a philosophy that extends to their diverse portfolio of companies, which ranges from cold storage facilities to laundry services, all aiming to sustain quality jobs and contribute to economic growth.