EST. 2008
Why Serent
Our team of former founders, executives, and operators has helped 70+ founder-led B2B software companies build category-defining businesses. Over 18 years, we have expanded to $6 billion in AUM, two offices, and a 25+ person Growth Team providing hands-on operational support.
2008
Founding with Purpose
Serent Capital was built to redefine partnership for bootstrapped founders, pairing capital with hands-on operating expertise to help exceptional entrepreneurs turn potential into performance.
2009 - 2013
Igniting Momentum
Within five years, we partnered with ten founder-led companies, celebrated our first exit, and launched the Growth Team: a pioneering model embedding operating experts into the portfolio to accelerate growth.
2014 - 2019
Scaling Impact
We surpassed $1B in commitments, convened 100+ executives to share best practices, and expanded to Austin. Our thesis deepened through sector focus and a belief that the best ideas come from those closest to customers.
2020 - 2025
Expanding Reach
Serent grew to 50+ portfolio companies, made our first global investment, and celebrated 15+ years of building category leaders. We advanced our expertise in SaaS, data, and AI, proving that innovation is in our DNA.
Today
Leading Growth
Serent is writing the next chapter of growth, where innovation meets intention. Our 25+ Growth Team professionals work shoulder-to-shoulder with founders to drive go-to-market excellence, harness AI, and scale enduring companies that shape the future of software.
2008
Founding with Purpose
Serent Capital was built to redefine partnership for bootstrapped founders, pairing capital with hands-on operating expertise to help exceptional entrepreneurs turn potential into performance.
2009 - 2013
Igniting Momentum
Within five years, we partnered with ten founder-led companies, celebrated our first exit, and launched the Growth Team: a pioneering model embedding operating experts into the portfolio to accelerate growth.
2014 - 2019
Scaling Impact
We surpassed $1B in commitments, convened 100+ executives to share best practices, and expanded to Austin. Our thesis deepened through sector focus and a belief that the best ideas come from those closest to customers.
2020 - 2025
Expanding Reach
Serent grew to 50+ portfolio companies, made our first international investment, and celebrated 15 years of building category leaders. We advanced our expertise in SaaS, data, and AI, proving that innovation is in our DNA.
Today
Leading Growth
Serent is writing the next chapter of growth, where innovation meets intention. Our 25+ Growth Team professionals work shoulder-to-shoulder with founders to drive go-to-market excellence, harness AI, and scale enduring companies that shape the future of software.





