Avanz Capital

What they do

Avanz Capital is a private equity asset management firm investing in funds and companies across emerging and frontier markets, with a focus on Africa, Latin America, and emerging Asia. The firm leverages global knowledge and local networks to connect investors worldwide with prominent fund managers and companies. It is an affiliate of I Squared Capital, a global alternative asset manager, and is committed to responsible investing.

What they look for

Avanz Capital seeks to invest private equity capital into funds and companies across emerging and frontier markets, with a focus on Africa, Latin America, and emerging Asia. They are deeply committed to responsible investing and aim to deliver on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The firm targets middle-market growth capital, buyout funds, and direct investments in startups and SMEs, with a heavy emphasis on strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance, gender-lens investing, and climate/low-carbon projects.

Stage

Seed, Series A, Series B+

Sectors

Mobility and logistics, Marketplace, Healthcare, Climate, Fintech, Consumer

Based

Miami, US