Insight Partners

Today, as Insight Partners celebrates our 30th year of software investing, we are proud to announce the close of our thirteenth flagship fund with a dedicated buyout co-invest fund (together “Fund XIII”), as well as the closing of our structured equity fund, Opportunities Fund II, raising over $12.5B to support scaling software leaders. We are grateful for the trust that new and long-term investors have placed in our strategy of finding and scaling the industry’s most innovative and transformative software companies.     To honor these milestones, we have codified what drives us and how we operate.     The Insight Way is how we work with founders, how we train the next generation of investors, and how we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible.    Many things in this industry can be copied. The Insight Way cannot.    • We believe in a software-first, stage-agnostic approach to investing. We don’t follow trends, we define them.     • We believe in the power of process. Success isn’t a moment; it’s a system.    • We believe in relentless innovation. Whether through sourcing, scaling, or exiting, we’re always evolving. We’re always improving.     • We believe in the importance of people. From our team to our founders, we invest in talent and trust them to lead.    • We believe in the power of partnerships. When built on trust, they stand the test of time.    • We believe in building enduring legacies, not fleeting wins. This includes our own. https://lnkd.in/evpyg_Dm

The world is your oyster, but how do you select which market to expand your company into next? Many companies stumble by selecting markets based on intuition rather than data. For example, expanding into a city with a high cost of living can lead to a resource drain early on. “This is particularly common for companies expanding into the U.S. Founders often land in New York or San Francisco, but both are very expensive and competitive, which can make it difficult to hire top talent and may slow you down tremendously,” advises Managing Director Rebecca Liu-Doyle. Our advice: Prioritize markets where you can win — not just those that appear exciting or high-profile. To help you objectively evaluate different geographies, Insight created a market prioritization scorecard. Consider criteria like: 📈 Market size 💰 Cost for talent 👷 Complexity of labor laws Next, assign a weight to each category, consider the relevant data input, and analyze each dimension carefully to identify markets with greater potential for success. For more insights on selecting your next market, access our just-released report: https://lnkd.in/eNSfUt4s

Continuing with our celebration of #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re highlighting some of our colleagues, their stories, and their successes. Meet Laura Jo Snyder Felix. 👩💼 What do you do at Insight? (LJ) At Insight Partners, I play a pivotal role in ensuring that our facilities and administrative operations run smoothly and efficiently. My responsibilities include overseeing the management of our physical spaces and ensuring that they are safe, functional, and conducive to productivity. Additionally, I work closely with various departments to streamline administrative processes, making sure that our teams have the resources and support they need to excel in their roles.  I am proud of the success of our Administrative Team. 🤝 Can you share a professional milestone that stands out to you and why it’s meaningful? (LJ) One professional milestone that stands out to me is the positive implementation of a new facilities management system. This project was particularly meaningful because it significantly improved our ability to manage and maintain our office spaces, leading to increased efficiency and employee satisfaction. The project required extensive collaboration with different teams, and seeing it come to fruition was incredibly rewarding. 🔮 What are you excited about for the future (LJ) Looking ahead, I am excited about the potential for innovation in our industry. The integration of smart technologies in facilities management is particularly intriguing. These advancements have the potential to revolutionize the way we manage our spaces, making them more sustainable, efficient, and responsive to the needs of our employees. I am eager to explore these possibilities and contribute to shaping the future of this industry.

Congratulations to SpecterOps, a provider of adversary-focused cybersecurity solutions with targeted insights of advanced threat actor tradecraft, on their $75M Series B raise! Insight Partners Managing Director Thomas Krane said of the deal, "Identities serve as the gateway to modern digital ecosystems, with bad actors constantly looking to exploit them. To outpace these threats, we must adopt a mindset that mirrors the complex techniques that adversaries adopt. The SpecterOps team’s exceptional expertise — rooted in real-world attacker strategies and cutting-edge open-source innovation — is driving a transformative leap in identity-focused security. We’re delighted to support their bold vision as they set a new standard for helping enterprises protect what matters most.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eH5S3fbB

Congratulations to CoverForce, a leading infrastructure platform for commercial insurance, on their Series A raise! We look forward to partnering with Cyrus Karai & team on this next chapter in CoverForce's growth journey 🚀 Of the round, Sophie Beshar said: "Insight Partners is proud to back CoverForce in their work to transform the way carriers and distributors collaborate. Their deep relationships with carriers and agencies, combined with the strength of their product and team, make them a standout player in the industry. We're excited to partner with CoverForce as they scale their impact." Learn more about CoverForce here: https://lnkd.in/eD5N5ww7

Congratulations to Weights & Biases on their acquisition by CoreWeave! This marks a defining moment for the AI ecosystem—bringing together best-in-class MLOps and purpose-built cloud infrastructure to accelerate the development and deployment of AI applications at scale.   From the Series B investment in W&B, Insight saw their vision for transforming AI model development and their impact on some of the world’s leading AI teams. This acquisition is a testament to W&B innovation, execution, and the growing demand for robust AI infrastructure solutions.   It's been a great journey with W&B and we look forward to seeing W&B and CoreWeave drive the next wave of AI innovation. Congratulations to Lukas Biewald, Chris Van Pelt, Shawn Lewis, and the entire W&B team on this major AI infrastructure milestone! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ehFqQaHB

This #WomensHistoryMonth, we recognize the achievements, strength, and influence of women who have shaped history, broken barriers, and led with impact. At Insight Partners, we’re committed to empowering women in leadership, innovation, and beyond. To celebrate, we’re highlighting some of our colleagues, their stories, and their successes — starting with Christina Fregosi. 👩💼 What do you do at Insight? (Christina) As the Director of Technology at Insight, I oversee several key areas. These include user enablement, inventory management, and technical support for conference rooms and events. Each day involves problem-solving, teamwork, and innovative thinking to keep everything running efficiently. 🤝 Who has been a significant influence in your life or career, and how have they shaped your journey? (Christina) My mother has significantly influenced my life, showing me that you can do anything you set your mind to with hard work and determination. She was the one who said, “You know you're very good at the computer. Why don’t you major in technology?” That simple yet profound question set me on the path that ultimately led to my successful career in technology. 🔮 What are you excited about for the future (Christina) I am particularly excited about the advancements in new AI technologies and supporting my team as they strive to reach their goals. Mentoring is incredibly fulfilling for me, and I love seeing my colleagues' dedication and enthusiasm when they succeed.

“We get audited by our regulators, and we also get audited by our clients,” says Nasdaq CEO and Chair Adena Friedman. In our next ScaleUp:AI recap, Managing Director Hilary Gosher sat down with Friedman to discuss the short- and long-term impact of AI on the financial industry. Their conversation explored Nasdaq’s transformation into a technology-driven enterprise, the role of AI in market operations, and the opportunities and challenges AI presents to the financial ecosystem. Here are some of the key takeaways: • AI plays a critical role in trading, risk management, and anti-financial crime efforts, with Nasdaq’s Verafin platform processing over a billion transactions a week. • The financial industry faces strict AI governance requirements, ensuring explainability, data security, and compliance. • Nasdaq integrates AI both in its products and internal operations, optimizing efficiency and accelerating innovation. • The U.S. economy remains resilient, with IPO and M&A activity expected to increase in 2025 as investor confidence grows. Read the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/erPrzVsS

🌍 Thinking about international expansion? With shifting market dynamics, founders are looking beyond their home markets for growth — but expanding globally is a sharp learning curve. From choosing the right market to localizing pricing, sales, and marketing, nearly every aspect of your business will need to adapt. Insight Partners answers your pressing questions about scaling globally in today's edition of Flight School: 

Congratulations to VerAI Discoveries, an AI-driven mineral asset company, on the first closing of their Series B raise! We look forward to partnering with the VerAI team on this exciting next chapter of growth.