Apply our Experience of Running Leading Fintechs to Drive Performance
Leveraging our history of building some of the most recognized financial technology companies and leading credit unions, we have assembled a team of experienced leaders and senior advisors, such as Benson Porter, former CEO of BECU and First Tech Credit Union. A highly regarded financial services leader, Mr. Porter, along with other industry experts and Black Dragon Capital leaders, are deeply focused on building financial technology companies that provide the flexibility, cost savings and innovation that Credit Unions and other Community Based Institutions need to compete and win.
Collaboration to Drive Results
We collaborate with the community to work on their biggest issues, pool money and invest to build successful technology companies with the objective of creating outstanding returns to give back to the community.
Deep Domain and Operating Expertise
Our operating experience in launching, leading and managing Financial Technology and Credit Unions and other Community Based Institutions allows us to better understand the needs of the markets we serve and manage successful returns. Our team has led start-ups, turnarounds, to billion-dollar technology companies. We’ve been a part of the community for decades, written books and advocated for their importance to the community.
Leverage our Global Reach to find the Best Technology
With our portfolio company operations in over 100 countries, we have a global reach, which allows us to source and learn of new technologies, bringing the best and most relevant technology to our targeted markets at favorable pricing.
Investment Flexibility Drives Value and Returns
Our multi-phased investing experience allows us the flexibility to invest in all phases of investments, and in more than one company per area, creating the maximum flexibility to create high performing companies and investment returns.
Proven Operational Value Driver
We have a proven proprietary operational toolkit, The Black Dragon ToolkitSM, which is designed to increase the success of early-stage companies and transform larger companies to deliver results and returns.
Proven Track Record of Delivering Outstanding Returns[1]
We have an over decade long measurable history of consistently delivering well above market returns on a global scale. These returns can be used by our investment partners to serve their communities better.
Credibility with Business Leaders of our Targeted Segments
We have significant credibility with founders, entrepreneurs and business leaders of our target segments because we have been in their shoes in their industry. This allows us to attract the best leaders, collaborate to improve operations, and drive financial returns.
Leadership Interest Highly Aligned with the Fintech Industry
With a deliberate focus on the Fintech industry, we continuously demonstrate our commitment to the growth of the sector with thought leadership, innovation and forward thinking.
Note [1]: Based on the realized net returns on control investments of our vintage fund in 2014, we have outperformed the US 10-year PE Benchmark Index by ~147% and the Public market equivalent MSCI World Index by ~320% (as of June 2023).
We bank on our 3 cornerstone values —Reliability, Reputation, and Resilience—that shape everything we do.
Our Reliability comes from a proven track record in the private equity investment domain, where we consistently deliver strong results and create opportunities for CUs, CDFIs, CFIs, and CUSOs to effectively compete and win in the fintech space.
Our Reputation is built on years of trust and credibility in the industry. As a registered Investment Advisor with the RIA, we uphold the highest standards of transparency, compliance, and expertise, earning the confidence of both investors and partners alike.
Resilience is our driving force that helps us thrive in a dynamic market, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of innovation and create a lasting community impact.
If our passion and dynamism resonate deeply with you and you are inspired to join our cause in supporting the next wave of fintech innovation in a digital first world, this is your chance to be part of something truly extraordinary.
United by a shared purpose, we are driven to leave a trail of impact in the community.
The future awaits us. Let’s shape it together.
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