The Runway Fund

Runway Growth Finance is a specialty finance company focused on providing late-stage companies with flexible capital solutions, offering an alternative to equity financing. Primarily investing through debt, Runway backs companies in sectors like technology, life sciences, and consumer services. The firm typically provides loans between $30M to $75M per deal and has built a portfolio that includes companies such as Skillshare and Madison Reed. Founded in 2015, Runway has established itself as a major player in the venture debt space, offering growth capital to help companies scale without diluting ownership. Their investment strategy focuses on stable, late-stage companies that have already established market traction, with a conservative, credit-first approach to portfolio management. They also focus on building long-term relationships, staying actively engaged with their portfolio companies through frequent communication and support. Runway Growth Finance is managed by Runway Growth Capital LLC and operates with a robust team of financial experts. The company aims to drive shareholder value by maintaining a resilient portfolio even amid economic turbulence.