Bloom Equity Partners

In this week's Bi-Weekly Bloom, we discuss how private equity is facing challenges as high borrowing costs and rising interest rates disrupt the industry’s playbook. Firms are having to get creative with lower-leverage deals, operational improvements and strategic add-ons to ensure the continuation of high rates of return.   Portfolio companies are feeling the squeeze too, cutting costs and delaying exits to navigate this tougher landscape. Yet, with deal activity bouncing back in Q2 2024, PE firms are proving they can adapt and thrive even in a high-cost environment. Click below to understand what you need to watch. #PrivateEquity #InterestRates #ValueCreation   Thanks PitchBook, Vendr and EY for content this week!

Want to build software that users love? In this week's Bi-Weekly Bloom, we discuss best practices in leveraging customer feedback! Customer feedback can help your company to spot improvement areas, validate decisions, discover hidden needs and boost satisfaction. Read more by clicking below. Thanks to McKinsey & Company for content this week!   #CustomerFeedback #ProductDevelopment #PrivateEquity #Saas #CustomerSuccess

Bloom Equity Partners is pleased to announce the sale of Viostream, a leading provider of secure, live streaming and on-demand video software solutions, to Banyan Software. Since its inception in 2002, Viostream has been instrumental in empowering government entities and large corporations with its highly scalable video content management and streaming platform. “We are proud to have supported Viostream’s growth as a leading enterprise video solution and to have celebrated the many successes achieved during our partnership,” said Bart Macdonald, Managing Partner of Bloom Equity Partners. During Bloom Equity’s ownership, Viostream achieved significant financial and operational performance improvements, undergoing a comprehensive rebranding and enhancing its competitive positioning. These efforts have laid a strong foundation for its continued growth during this next chapter of stewardship. Despite a challenging economic environment, Bloom Equity is proud to have delivered strong returns to our investors. Bloom Equity looks forward to watching Viostream’s continued success. More: https://lnkd.in/duSXFhny

In this Bi-Weekly Bloom, we delve into how private equity firms are driving massive digital transformations in their software companies. From real-time analytics to cloud solutions, these firms enhance efficiency, revenue and give them a competitive edge. Click below to learn more about how PE-backed digital transformation is reshaping the software industry.   Thanks to McKinsey & Company, Forbes and S&P Global for content this week.   #SaaS #DigitalTransformation #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation

In private equity, making strategic, informed decisions is crucial. In this week's Bi-Weekly Bloom, we talk about why executive talent assessments are indispensable during due diligence, providing deep insights into leadership teams. A few reasons why they're a game-changer: (1) Assessments reveal critical details about a team’s strategic thinking, adaptability, and operational expertise, enabling better decisions about key personnel. (2) Evaluations help tailor support and development programs, fostering a cohesive, effective leadership team post-acquisition. (3) Companies with strong leadership teams see 20-25% higher returns Click below to read more! Thanks to McKinsey & Company, M&A Science, Financial Times and PE-Xcelerate for content this week. #PrivateEquity #Leadership #TalentManagement #ROI

Want to keep your enterprise software customers loyal? It’s all about the user experience. In this week's Bi-Weekly Bloom, we discuss how a seamless, intuitive, and engaging UX can turn users into lifelong advocates of your software. Here’s why investing in UX is your secret weapon: - Retaining customers is cheaper than acquiring new ones. - Simplified onboarding and personalized experiences increase satisfaction. - Fast, responsive, and bug-free software prevents frustration. - Regular updates and leveraging feedback show commitment to user needs. Read more about how to invest in a superior user experience today. Thanks to PitchBook and ScaleAI for content this week. #CustomerRetention #EnterpriseSoftware #UserExperience #UXDesign #BusinessGrowth #PrivateEquity #SaaS

As an investor in modern tech companies, understanding when and how to use valuation multiples is crucial to evaluating potential targets. Our latest insights break down popular valuation multiples like P/E, EV/EBITDA, P/FCF, and EV/ARR, highlighting their uses and limitations. Learn what these multiples often miss and why non-GAAP measures matter. Thanks to Yahoo and Box for content this week. #InvestmentStrategy #ValuationMultiples #TechInvesting

In this week's edition of the Bi-Weekly Bloom, we dive into Cybersecurity and evolving threats in the software industry. 2023 witnessed a record-breaking 10,000 data breaches, with cybercrime costs projected to soar from $9.22 trillion in 2024 to $13.82 trillion by 2028. The rise of AI in both defending and breaching systems introduces new challenges and opportunities in cybersecurity. Find out how your business can stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks by reading more via the link below. Thanks to CNBC, Forbes, Cybersecurity Ventures and Statista for content this week! #Cybersecurity #SoftwareIndustry #AI #PrivateEquity

In this week's edition of the Bi-Weekly Bloom, we break down Pitchbook's Q1 2024 US PE Report, revealing pivotal trends in private equity. PE exits for tech companies climbed to $7.9 billion from $5.7 billion in Q4 2023, but only 37 exits were recorded, the lowest since Q2 2020. The tech sector received the highest valuations in 2023 — at 3.9x revenue — and the improved exit value in Q1 suggests that tech continues to garner interest, while finding increasingly more success in securing attractive exits. Read more below! #PrivateEquity #InvestmentTrends #PEInsights #TechInvestments Thanks to PitchBook, Forbes and Technical.ly for content this week!

In this week's edition of the Bi-Weekly Bloom, we break down Pitchbook's Q1 2024 US PE Report, revealing pivotal trends in private equity. PE exits for tech companies climbed to $7.9 billion from $5.7 billion in Q4 2023, but only 37 exits were recorded, the lowest since Q2 2020. The tech sector received the highest valuations in 2023 — at 3.9x revenue — and the improved exit value in Q1 suggests that tech continues to garner interest, while finding increasingly more success in securing attractive exits. Read more below! #PrivateEquity #InvestmentTrends #PEInsights #TechInvestments Thanks to PitchBook, Forbes and Technical.ly for content this week!