LP profile

Knightsbridge Advisers

Fund of fund · Founded 1983 · Cambridge, United States

#28 LP Ranking #8 of 264 funds of funds

Funding company that guides new companies

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47 VC firms backed

$3.0B AUM

~$2.7B Allocated to VC (est. 90%)

01 · Background

Who Knightsbridge Advisers is.

Historical Background: Founded in London in 1983 by Joel Romines, the firm was established to offer European institutional investors access to U.S. venture capital partnerships. In 1989, the firm created one of the earliest venture capital fund of funds, expanding its model to provide diversified venture programs.
Source of Capital: The firm's capital is sourced from institutional investors. Known limited partners include endowments, foundations, and insurance companies that invest through Knightsbridge's private investment funds.
Allocation Strategy: Knightsbridge Advisers operates as a global investment firm with a specific focus on the venture capital asset class. The firm constructs portfolios through primary and secondary investments, utilizing both fund-of-funds vehicles and customized separate accounts. Geographically, the firm has a strong focus on the United States, with a sector preference for information technology and life sciences companies. The strategy centers on gaining access to premier, early-stage venture funds and growth equity partnerships.

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02 · Other LPs

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