Silver Lake

Silver Lake was founded in 1999 during the late-1990s technology boom by Jim Davidson, Glenn Hutchins, Roger McNamee, and David Roux. Unlike venture capital firms of the era that focused on early-stage startups, Silver Lake was established to make private equity investments in mature technology companies. Since its inception, the firm has raised multiple flagship funds, with its recent seventh fund closing at over $20 billion.

The firm is recognized as one of the largest private equity investors globally, ranking highly in the PEI 300. Its investment history includes landmark deals such as the leveraged buyout of Dell, the acquisition of Skype from eBay and its subsequent sale to Microsoft, and a record-breaking acquisition of Electronic Arts. Silver Lake operates through several specialized strategies, including flagship large-cap buyouts, structured equity and debt, and growth capital for later-stage companies.

Beyond core technology sectors, Silver Lake has expanded into sports and entertainment, holding significant stakes in organizations like City Football Group, Endeavor, and the Australian Professional Leagues. The firm maintains a global presence with headquarters in Menlo Park and New York City, and offices across four countries, managing over $110 billion in assets as of 2025.