Banyan Software

Banyan Software is a permanent-hold investment company that acquires, owns and grows vertical market enterprise software businesses. Founded in 2016, it buys companies with the intention of holding them indefinitely; acquired businesses are never resold. This places it apart from traditional private equity, which typically exits holdings after a few years. Instead, Banyan prioritises the long-term health of each business over short-term returns and states a commitment to preserving founder legacy.

Portfolio companies retain decentralised management. Operating decisions are made by the teams closest to customers and employees, while Banyan supplies resources, expertise and access to a community of software leaders. Founders who sell to Banyan may remain involved with the business or step back, depending on their preference. The company has been acquiring and growing vertical market software companies since 2016.

Banyan Software operates from offices spanning North America, the United Kingdom, Europe and Australia, and describes its approach as maintaining local presence and personal relationships across its portfolio despite that geographic span.