HarbourVest
Investment Strategy - Secondary

Transaction Types

(click on a transaction type below to see sample case studies)

> Traditional LP Interest
> Synthetic Secondary
> Structured Transaction
> Linked Transaction

Linked Transaction  
Closed November 2006
Seller U.S. Bank
Transaction Dynamic
  • Seller wanted to reduce exposure to its largest private equity holding
  • Seller wanted to assist General Partner in securing capital for new fund offering
Transaction Structure
  • Linked transaction consisting of a commitment to two funds
  • Portfolio of 17 companies at closing
  • Industries included business services, manufacturing, healthcare, and communications
HarbourVest Advantage
  • Reputation as a leading investor in new fund offerings
  • Pre-existing relationship with seller