Par Equity LLP

About The Fund

Par Equity is a venture capital firm that specializes in investing in high-growth potential smaller companies within fintech and financial services sectors. The firm, headquartered in 3A Dublin Meuse, Edinburgh, EH3 6NW, United Kingdom, has been operational since 2008, when it was founded by Simon Best. Par Equity employs government-approved tax wrappers such as EIS or BPR to maximize returns for its investors. They have a strong focus on innovation across enterprise software and deep tech, looking to empower teams reshaping the future of their industries. As venture capital experts, Par Equity has backed 79 companies and currently has 47 live portfolio companies. With a funds raised by portfolio amounting to £534 million, they have also supported 1356 jobs and leveraged a network of over 200 investors alongside 40 operating partners as at September 30, 2024. Par Equity believes in partnering with exceptional teams to bring new technologies to market, aiming to create global, category-defining companies. Their investment strategy spans from Seed to Series A, with a minimum investment commitment of £525,000 and a maximum of £3,700,000. They also invest in natural assets to tackle climate change, involving strategies that include afforestation and peatland restoration. The firm values their responsibility as a venture capital entity and their team consists of founders, operators, technologists, clinicians and investment professionals all contributing to the growth of the tech ecosystem in the North of the UK. Their website outlines their portfolio, which includes companies like Phlo, Artus, Covec, and Little Journey among others, each bringing innovative solutions within their respective fields. Par Equity's approach is comprehensive, involving not only financial investment but also the provision of domain expertise by their panel of operating partners, who often co-invest in the ventures they support.