Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: May 6, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Venture & Growth Equity Activity

The velocity of venture funding remains high, evidenced by insurance startup Corgi achieving a $1.3B valuation just four months after its initial Series A round, culminating in a new $160M Series B led by TCV. Meanwhile, Robinhood’s CEO Vlad Tenev reported that over 150,000 retail investors have joined the firm’s venture fund, gaining access to private stakes in high-profile names such as OpenAI, and Databricks. This move democratizes access to growth-stage assets previously exclusive to traditional institutional capital.

Middle Market Transactions & Strategy

Activity in the middle market saw strategic bolt-on acquisitions across different sectors. ParkSouth-backed Infinite, a communications and reputation management firm, aggressively expanded its footprint by acquiring Dukas Linden Public Relations. Separately, the protein supplier Colorado Premium, backed by Kainos, strengthened its supply chain reach by purchasing Old Hickory Smokehouse, catering to foodservice and direct-to-consumer channels. Complementing these deals, Tayeh Capital Group moved to enhance its operational capabilities by appointing Scott Harrison as an operating partner to drive portfolio value improvement initiatives alongside the investment team.