Investors, Technologists, Operators, Entrepreneurs

Empowering enterprise software companies advancing our world

Advancing the Digital Economy

Ecosystem of Opportunity

The Vista ecosystem is a collaborative network with a shared purpose and an eye on opportunity. Together, through shared experiences, collective expertise and continuous learning, Vista builds leading organizations that scale to advance our digital future. We believe the Vista network possesses an unparalleled infrastructure to unlock our full potential and accomplish what’s next, together.

$101BN+

Assets under management

610+

Private equity transactions

4 Investment Strategies

Private equity, permanent capital, credit and public equity

Engineering What's Next

Our network of companies represents one of the world's largest enterprise software companies comprised of industry leaders advancing our digital world.

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Our DNA

Transforming Ideas Into Actions

We blend unparalleled knowledge and financial discipline with an entrepreneurial spirit and engineering mindset based on over two decades of investing in enterprise software. See what sets Vista apart.

About Us

"We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished, but we’re even more excited about where we’re headed. The future is bright, with spectacular possibilities to invest in and transform the digital economy."

Nadeem Syed, Senior Managing Director, Vista Equity Partners

"We invest in great companies with bright futures, and we equip and encourage them to reach their full potential."

René Yang Stewart, Senior Managing Director, Vista Equity Partners

"Vista focuses on accelerating and transforming businesses, specifically generating growth and helping our leadership team identify obstacles along the way."

Lisa Utzschneider, CEO, Integral Ad Science

"Many investment firms focus first and foremost on cutting costs and optimizing EBITDA. But Vista’s process-driven orientation is optimized to help companies accelerate growth."

Nick Mehta, CEO, Gainsight

"We all have the same goal: creating the best possible companies. The capabilities and knowledge Vista brings allow me to expand my knowledge, my horizon and how we look at our business."

Jesper Andersen, Former President and CEO, Infoblox

Disclosures

Endorsements presented herein are made by current or former employees of Vista portfolio companies, over which Vista may have the ability to exercise discretion on employee compensation, promotion and other employment decisions.

Bain & Company

Dry Powder: The Private Equity Podcast With Robert F. Smith

Robert F. Smith discusses how Vista is defying the down market despite challenging conditions and how breakthroughs in generative AI are fueling technological advancement in a two-part conversation with Bain & Company's Hugh MacArthur.

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Empowering Enterprise Software Founders

Inc. 2023 Founder-Friendly Investors

Vista celebrates the Firm and Vista Credit Partners being named to Inc.'s Founder Friendly Investors list. This marks the fourth consecutive recognition for Vista in the private equity category while Vista Credit Partners takes honors in the lender category’s inaugural year.

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Disclosures

The 2023 Inc. Founder-Friendly Investors list is an annual recognition that was announced on October 31, 2023, which included a participation fee for consideration.

Developing Software

Advancing Our Digital Future

As technology evolves at warp speed, we must equip developers with the tools and training to innovate responsibly. Through collaborative partnership, global networking events and cutting-edge research, Vista is empowering the companies and developers in our ecosystem to do more while doing good.

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Buyouts Keynote Interview

Maintaining Exit Momentum in an Uncertain Tech Market

Vista's Founder, Chairman and CEO Robert F. Smith speaks to Buyouts on how long-term value creation will be crucial to overcoming exit challenges within the tech sector.

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A Capital Allocators Podcast

Investment Management Operations

Lauren Dillard discusses her early career and her journey to Vista with Capital Allocators’ Ted Seides. Listen to their conversation about the dynamics of being an executive in investment management, operational flexibility and the importance of a growth mindset.

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