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Savano Capital Partners

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Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2010

AUM

$300 M

Location

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series B Seed Pre-seed Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 26 July, 2026

Profile

Savano Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in Baltimore, founded in 2010. The firm is led by Managing Partner Tom Smith. The team includes General Partner Frank Tower, COO Matt Good, and other experienced professionals. Savano is known for its creative approach to providing liquidity solutions for shareholders of private companies. The firm emphasizes flexibility and creating mutually beneficial solutions, distinguishing itself through its deep experience and personalized approach.

Savano Capital Partners specializes in direct secondary investments, focusing on mature, high-growth software and technology companies. They have a preference for sectors including enterprise software, cybersecurity, financial technology, and tech-enabled services. The firm typically invests in expansion-stage companies and has total assets under management exceeding $600 million, including the newly closed Savano Capital Partners IV.

Notable investments by Savano Capital Partners include companies such as Steno, Vi Labs, Docker, Lambda, Reltio, which was acquired by SAP in 2026, and Nozomi Networks, acquired by Mitsubishi Electric in 2026. Their portfolio reflects a strong focus on software and technology sectors.

Industry

Technology AI Software Security SaaS Healthcare Services Fintech Financial Services Cybersecurity Data infra

Savano Capital Partners Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Savano Capital Partners III, L.P.	Private Equity (PE)	Financial Services Fintech SaaS Security Software Technology Cybersecurity	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$157 M	April 2020
Savano Capital Partners IV, L.P.	Private Equity (PE)	Fintech Software AI Technology Cybersecurity Data infra	Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$10-50 m	$252 M	July 2026

Contacts

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Tom Smith Managing Partner

Managing Partner

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Andrew Seter Principal

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FAQs about Savano Capital Partners

Is Savano Capital Partners a venture capital or private equity firm?

Savano Capital Partners is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B, Seed, Pre-seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Savano Capital Partners located?

Savano Capital Partners is located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.

When was Savano Capital Partners founded?

Savano Capital Partners was founded in 2010.

What sectors and industries does Savano Capital Partners invest in?

Savano Capital Partners invests in companies and startups in Technology, AI, Software, Security, SaaS, Healthcare Services, Fintech, Financial Services, Cybersecurity, Data infra.

What is Savano Capital Partners geographical focus of investments?

Savano Capital Partners invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Savano Capital Partners typically invest in?

Savano Capital Partners invests in companies and startups at Series B, Seed, Pre-seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Savano Capital Partners investment?

Savano Capital Partners usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Savano Capital Partners?

Savano Capital Partners has around $300m assets under management.

When was Savano Capital Partners last fund created?

Savano Capital Partners last fund was created/launched in 2026-07-24

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