Our Philosophy
The Why
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Built by Operators
We aren’t just financiers; we are builders. Led by a repeat CEO with $1.2B+ in capital raised and multiple multi-billion-dollar exits, we provide the battle-tested playbook for scaling from zero to category leadership. We speak the language of the founder because we’ve lived the journey.
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The Modern "Picks and Shovels"
The Brannan family name has deep ties to the foundations of San Francisco and the discovery of the Gold Rush. Our ancestor, Sam Brannan, understood that the most enduring value wasn't in the gold itself, but in the "picks and shovels", the essential tools that made the movement possible. We apply that same legacy today, investing in the mission-critical platforms that serve as the backbone for the next industrial revolution.
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Intelligent Automation
We lean into the intersection of AI applied to innovative industries, aviation, energy, global supply chain, and Healthcare. We seek out companies leveraging computer vision, machine learning, and automation to solve "real-world" problems. Our goal is to transform legacy vertical SaaS into intelligent systems that drive measurable, multi-billion-dollar outcomes.
Our Value Add
Strategic Capital
We provide the architectural blueprint for aggressive growth and capital efficiency.
M&A
With a history of 35+ acquisitions, we help our portfolio companies navigate their exits and complex consolidations and inorganic growth strategies.
Category Leadership
We specialize in taking "first-of-its-kind" technologies and positioning them as the dominant leaders in their respective markets.
Global Network
From Silicon Valley VC roots to global logistics and PE partnerships, we open doors to the world’s largest enterprise customers and investors.
Our Founder
Darin Brannan
Darin Brannan is a proven founder-operator and repeat CEO with a 25+ year track record of scaling SaaS and infrastructure platforms from zero to category leadership. Throughout his career, Darin has raised over $1.25B in capital and led 35+ acquisitions, resulting in successful IPOs and multi-billion-dollar outcomes for companies like Verio, and Web.com. With a background spanning Silicon Valley venture capital (Norwest) and private equity advisory (Blackstone), Darin brings a unique 360-degree view of the growth lifecycle to every investment.
The blueprint for the next breakout.
From healthcare cloud to AI-driven automation, we identify the inflection points where technology meets industrial-scale necessity.
A Legacy of Market Leaders
United in Excellence: Showcasing
Our Client Collaborations
