Avante Capital Partners

About the fund

SBIC Fund IV is a women-led private credit vehicle that closed at USD 400 million in May 2026, providing growth-stage capital and flexible lending solutions to small and mid-market businesses across North America. The fund targets entrepreneurs and established companies seeking to accelerate expansion and create quality employment opportunities, combining Series B/C venture capital and private credit instruments to address diverse financing needs. Its investment thesis centers on economic opportunity and inclusion, with a focus on supporting underserved entrepreneurs and driving measurable job creation across regions. The fund attracts capital from institutional investors including banks, pension funds, endowments, foundations, and family offices, reflecting broad confidence in its management team and investment approach. By leveraging its women-led operating model and SBIC designation, the fund aims to deploy capital efficiently while advancing equitable access to growth financing for small business enterprises.

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