Our Approach
Two strategies, one systematic engine.
EQUIAM has developed two distinct investment strategies powered by the same proprietary systematic approach, each designed for different risk-return profiles and market opportunities.
Side-by-side comparison
Private Alpha
Broader universe, wider dispersion
Historical Strategy
Investment Universe
Series B+ companies across the venture universe
Target Scope
~3,000 active companies tracked
Risk/Return Profile
Broader market exposure
Wider outcome distribution (including total loss)
Varied liquidity timelines
Funds Using This Strategy
- Private Alpha Fund - Fund II (2021)
- Private Alpha Fund II - Fund III (2023)
Private Tech 30
Concentrated, high-conviction
Active Strategy - Fund II Raising
Investment Universe
100 largest (by valuation) US private tech companies that meet both criteria: $100M+ TTM confirmed revenue and Tier 1 VC backing
Target Scope
~30 portfolio companies
Risk/Return Profile
Concentrated portfolio of late-stage, mature names
Active secondary market liquidity
Near-term IPO candidates (12-36 month typical outlook)
Funds Using This Strategy
- Private Tech 30 Fund I - Fund I (2019)
- Private Tech 30 Fund II - Fund IV (2025)
From founding to systematic excellence
Our Evolution
See how EQUIAM has evolved through three successful funds and into our fourth.
Private Tech 30 Fund I
Founding - Systematic Approach
Q2 2019
Deal Sourcing
100% Secondary Market
Coverage
Top 100 by size
Private Alpha Fund
Expanded Universe
Q2 2021
Deal Sourcing
85% Secondary, 15% Primary
Coverage
~2,000 Series B+
Private Alpha Fund II(aka Fund III)
Refinement
Q2 2023
Deal Sourcing
70% Secondary, 30% Primary
Coverage
~3,000 Series B+
Private Tech 30 Fund II
Launched
Q4 2025
Deal Sourcing
70-80% Secondary, 20-30% Primary
Coverage
Top 100 by size
Currently raising capital for systematic late-stage investments
Same rigor · adapted to each universe
Our Systematic Investment Process
The same rigorous, data-driven process powers both strategies, adapted for each universe's unique characteristics.
Systematic Company Screening
Our proprietary technology platform continuously monitors the private market universe
Data Sources
Proprietary Signals
Signal Combinations Tested
Private Alpha Approach
2,600+ Series B+ companies tracked
20+ proprietary signals deployed
Identify mispriced opportunities across stages
Private Tech 30 Approach
100 largest US private tech (by valuation) meeting both criteria
$100M+ TTM confirmed revenue, Tier 1 VC backing
Companies with clear IPO trajectory
Value to investors and sellers
Why Our Approach Matters
Our systematic methodology delivers value to both investors and sellers.
For Limited Partners
Strategy Sophistication
Two distinct strategies demonstrate our ability to adapt our systematic engine to different market segments and risk profiles
Proven Track Record
1.86x DPI (99th percentile) for Private Tech 30 Fund I validates our approach in the most competitive segment of the market
Current Opportunity
Private Tech 30 Fund II targets the most liquid, highest-quality companies with 12-36 month IPO horizons
- Lower risk through secondary market entry
- Faster liquidity than traditional VC
- Data-driven selection process
For Employee Sellers
Speed & Certainty
2-3 week execution from initial contact to cash in hand (dependent on issuer's processing speed), with clear pricing and professional handling throughout
Full Cash at Closing
Unlike many buyers, we provide 100% cash payment at closing - no holdbacks, earnouts, or complicated structures
Professional Process
Work with experienced professionals who understand your needs and handle all complexities discretely
2-3
Week Execution
100%
Cash at Close
Currently raising
Ready to invest in tomorrow's leaders?
Private Tech 30 Fund II is actively raising capital to deploy into the highest-quality late-stage opportunities.