Investment Criteria

Athena invests via flexible deal structures in enterprise software companies and technology enabled business service companies where we can partner to uniquely contribute our deep domain knowledge, strategic and operational expertise, and broad base of relationships to accelerate balanced growth via investment and acquisition, achieve operational excellence, make fundamental improvements and establish market leadership.

Target Company Attributes

Athena invests in companies with proven recurring or re-occurring revenue business models and potential to be a market leader.

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Industry

Enterprise Software and Technology-Enabled Business Services

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Geography

North America

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Revenue

$5m to $15m+ in ARR

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Growth

Low growth or path to growth

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Retention

80%+ gross annual customer retention

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Profitability

Does not need to be profitable

Business Characteristics

  • Significant recurring or re-occurring revenue
  • Sustainable competitive technology advantage
  • High switching costs
  • Strong organic and inorganic growth potential
  • Capital efficient