August Equity

What is August Equity?

August Equity is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in small and medium-sized service-oriented businesses based in the UK. They focus on long-term growth opportunities in markets that are undergoing change.

Since its founding in 2001, August Equity has concentrated its investments across several sectors including healthcare, education, information technology, business services, industrial products, manufacturing, and technology. The firm is known for its expertise in enabling growth in sectors like Software (including Web Marketplace and SaaS), IT & TMT (Technology, Media, Telecommunications), Media, Hardware & Manufacturing, HealthTech & Fitness, and Insurance & InsurTech. August Equity engages with family-owned and founder-managed businesses, developing long-lasting relationships based on trust, communication, and a straightforward approach.

They have also integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into their investment strategy. This includes aligning their ESG strategy with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, developing a comprehensive ESG framework, and ensuring transparency and regular reporting on ESG achievements. Their portfolio boasts over 8,000 people employed, with more than 26 healthcare and education platforms and 14 tech and business services platforms.

August Equity actively measures and reports on their holdings, ensuring that these companies fulfill their ESG commitments and contribute positively to society while achieving financial returns. The firm has raised 5 funds totaling over £1 billion in capital and has made 164 acquisitions across its Fund IV and Fund V, with a return of over 5.0x to their management teams.

What they say:

We are an equity firm specializing in identifying and fostering business expansion.

What we look for: We invest in small and medium-sized service-oriented businesses with long-term growth potential.