Ayala Corporation
AYALA CORPORATION
Ayala Corporation is one of the largest and most diversified business groups in the Philippines, with business interests in real estate, banking, telecommunications, water, power, industrial technologies, infrastructure, healthcare, and education. Its social commitment arm, Ayala Foundation, has programs that focus on education, youth leadership, sustainable livelihood, and the promotion of arts and culture. With headquarters in Makati City and operations mainly in the Philippines, it continues to grow its regional and global footprint, serving millions of customers across all market segments.
Ayandee AG
At Ayandee, we understand that navigating the complexities of the business landscape can be challenging, especially forenterprises with limited resources. That's why we have dedicated ourselves to being a reliable partner for businesses seeking tailored solutions to achieve sustainable growth and success. At Ayandee, we are driven by a commitment to excellence in everything we do. Our team is dedicated to fostering long-term partnerships, delivering value, and ensuring the success of the businesses we serve.
At Ayandee, our team of seasoned professionals brings a wealth of experience and a diverse skill set to the table, enabling us to deliver customized solutions that drive sustainable growth, enhance operational efficiency, and maximize value creation for our clients. Whether it’s devising a robust growth strategy, navigating complex regulatory environments, accessing capital markets, or optimizing operational processes, Ayandee is dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and unlock their full potential.
Aybuben Ventures
Aybuben was launched as a venture fund in 2019. In the time of the pandemic and the armed conflict in the region the fund had to pause its activities. However, it has never just waited but built a network of founders and investors worldwide, finding entry points in different regions of the world. The founders also took the time to re-imagine Aybuben, modeling it in line with current industry trends.
In 2023 Aybuben is relaunching as a cutting-edge venture studio.
Aybuben is built to launch the most promising companies with mature tech entrepreneurs and exceptional talents, focusing on the AI in order to reshape telecommunications, financial markets, edtech and other innovative sectors. It is also aiming to help companies successfully access the markets around the world by cooperating with the diaspora.
Azalea
Set up in 2015, Azalea is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Seviora, and indirectly owned by Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited. Azalea is in the business of investing in private equity (“PE”), with a focus on the development and innovation of new investment platforms and products. Its goal is to bring private assets to a wider investor base through a phased approach, starting with PE. It is also committed to educating the investing public.
One such innovation is the Astrea Platform, a series of investment products based on diversified portfolios of PE funds. It represents a phased approach to develop products for long term minded Singapore retail investors to co-invest in private equity with Azalea. Started in 2006, there are nine in the series to date, with Astrea 9 being the latest addition to the Astrea Platform.
Besides the Astrea PE Bonds, Azalea Investment Management Pte. Ltd., the management arm of the Azalea Group, also manages other PE fund products through its Altrium platform, that allows accredited investors to co-invest with Azalea and access strong performing PE fund managers globally, while at the same time helping investors overcome traditional challenges in accessing PE.
Azerbaijan Investment Company AIC
Our mission
- Participation in competitive and value-added projects, especially export-oriented or import-substituting projects
- To contribute to the development of the economy in the country
- To stimulate the development of entrepreneurship
- To attract foreign investors to the Republic of Azerbaijan
VALUES
Transparency: AIC allows access to key financial indicators through clear reports and therefore provides more certainty and true risk assessment.
Relationship – AIC builds and fosters long-term relationships based on professionalism and trust, as well as builds partnership and network with stakeholders working as a team both - internally and externally.
Integrity: AIC strives to be honest and disciplined in all that company does. AIC also expects that company’s employees maintain the highest ethical standards in their ongoing activities.
Continuous development: AIC considers constant improvement of employee expertise & knowledge as a key value for delivery of company’s long-term performance success.
Azimuth Capital Management
Azimuth Capital Management is a North American private equity firm founded in 2000, with headquarters in Calgary, Canada. The firm was established by experienced energy operators and has a team of 21 professionals, including 10 partners. Azimuth is known for its disciplined execution and capital-efficient project development, focusing on energy and infrastructure sectors.
The firm invests in energy transition, infrastructure, exploration & production, and technology sectors, with a particular emphasis on critical minerals processing, baseload clean power, and low-carbon fuels. Azimuth manages assets worth $5.9 billion and operates four active in-house development platforms, including Azimuth Development Partners and ADP AI Supply Chains. The firm primarily invests in North America and Europe.
Notable investments by Azimuth Capital Management include PureVolt Energy Systems - infrastructure, Monolith - chemicals and gases, MV Clean Energy - infrastructure, Enoflex - infrastructure, and Recover - infrastructure. These companies are integral to securing industrial supply chains and demonstrating strong risk-calibrated returns.
Azini Capital Partners
Azini Capital is a UK based private equity firm that specialises in acquiring portfolios of private and public technology companies from historical investors and shareholders (secondary transactions).
Azini Capital typically acquires significant minority stakes and prefers to hold investments for a number of years - providing additional funding if required - in order to maximize the growth, development and ultimate value of the companies.
The firm has completed a series of transactions since its formation in 2004 including the acquisition of portfolios from Apax Partners, J.P.Morgan and CLS Holdings plc. and has enjoyed a number of successful exits.
We focus on quality assets with good future prospects; providing a solution for historical investors in quality companies who - typically for structural or strategic reasons – are looking to achieve liquidity.
Our approach allows management and other investors to 'play forward', giving the company more money and time in order to deliver greater upside. Our funds maintain significant reserves of fresh capital in order that we can support the development and growth of portfolio companies. Following the investment we work in close partnership with management teams, the board and the company's advisors to help companies realise their full potential.
Azolla Ventures
Azolla Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded by Prime Coalition. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage climate solutions that have the potential to avert catastrophic climate change. Azolla Ventures is known for its commitment to impact-first investments, prioritizing ventures that promise significant greenhouse gas reductions. The team is composed of experts in climate and venture capital, working closely with visionary founders to drive transformative solutions.
The firm invests primarily in sectors such as ClimateTech, Energy, Materials, and Food & Agriculture. Azolla Ventures targets early-stage investments, particularly in companies capable of achieving gigaton-scale CO2e reductions. The firm manages the Azolla Ventures Full-Cycle Fund I, which closed in 2021, and is supported by limited partners including Evonik Venture Capital and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
Notable investments by Azolla Ventures include Muon Vision, Scalvy, ERG Bio, and Dig Energy. These companies are recognized for their innovative approaches in sectors like solid waste management, air pollution management, and electric vehicles, contributing to Azolla Ventures' mission of catalyzing climate breakthroughs.
Azulis Capital
Azulis Capital is a private equity firm based in Paris, France, founded in 2000. The firm is led by a team of 14 professionals who focus on investing in middle-market companies. Azulis Capital is known for its commitment to supporting ambitious projects and facilitating the transformation of companies towards sustainable growth. The firm has raised over €1.3 billion since its inception and has supported more than 130 companies.
Azulis Capital primarily invests in sectors such as health and human services, industry and business services, food and beverage, and retail and B2B distribution. The firm targets middle-market companies in France and occasionally in Australia. Azulis Capital is actively seeking new investments and is a member of the French Venture Capital Association and the Principles for Responsible Investment. The firm has a strong focus on digital transformation, energy transition, and enhancing industrial resilience.
Notable investments by Azulis Capital include Mews Partners - a consulting firm, La Phocéenne de Cosmétique - a personal care company, Fidel Fillaud - a packaging distributor, and Wichard - an industrial company. The firm has also been involved in the growth of Mademoiselle Desserts, a leader in frozen pastries in Europe.
Azure Capital Partners
Azure Capital Partners is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2000. The firm is led by general partners Paul Ferris, Mike Kwatinetz, and Paul Weinstein, with a team of 12 professionals including 8 partners. Azure Capital Partners is known for its strategic investments in technology companies and its role as a trusted advisor to its portfolio companies.
The firm primarily invests in post-seed and early-stage companies across sectors such as information technology, healthcare technology systems, consumer products, and business services. Azure Capital Partners typically invests in Series A and Series B rounds, focusing on companies at an inflection point of growth. The firm manages several funds, including the Azure Capital Partners Opportunities Fund I with $750 million in assets under management.
Notable investments by Azure Capital Partners include Empowerly - educational services, Clutch - business productivity software, Selector - business productivity software, Screenmeet - remote support software, and PurposeMed - healthcare technology. The firm has also seen successful exits with companies like VMware, acquired by EMC, and Calix, which went public on the NYSE.