Shackleton Ventures specialises in secondary venture and development capital investments. We buy existing holdings from an investor that is seeking liquidity. We will often provide new funding for companies alongside our secondary purchase. We specialise in markets where our team members have experience as investors and entrepreneurs.
Shackleton Ventures FCA-authorised subsidiary, Shackleton Finance Limited, currently manages four funds, details of which are provided under Investors. Shackleton has achieved a high success rate, achieving over 25 profitable exits so far with significant unrealised gain across its remaining assets.
These successes have given our partners the capital to make direct investments in promising earlier stage ventures. We selectively invest in, and support, companies with potential to accelerate the energy transition, enhance human health, or deliver impact through digital transformation.
Our Business
Shackleton provides liquidity for professional investors, and support to first class businesses and entrepreneurs.
Development Capital
Shackleton’s development capital investments are generally in profitable companies operating in traditional industries.
Venture Capital
Companies in our venture portfolio are usually revenue-generating and in the main profitable.
Inspiration
The firm is named after Sir Ernest Shackleton, famed for the rescue of his entire crew after their ship became trapped in the Antarctic ice. Shackleton demonstrated the most inspirational leadership possible. This above all led the team to successful survival against impossible odds, with every one of his 28 men returning home. There is one overriding lesson from Shackleton’s rescue, involving an 800 mile voyage in a cramped boat across the Southern Ocean and an unequalled climb across South Georgia. That lesson is: Never Give up. Shackleton Ventures shares that spirit and we will support you on your path to success.