The Strand Partners

The Strand Partners is a private investment firm, founded by William C. Powers in 2010, based in Boca Raton, Florida. The firm focuses on a variety of asset classes, making investments across real estate, private equity, venture capital, hospitality, and natural resources. Known for its selective approach, The Strand Partners targets industries including technology, logistics, digital media, and VR/AR. The firm actively engages in both direct investments and strategic partnerships, often collaborating with top-tier asset management firms. With a portfolio that spans 22 investments, including companies like Maestro in entertainment software and Next5 in IT consulting, The Strand Partners emphasizes generating revenue while supporting the growth of its portfolio companies. It has also been involved in successful exits such as the IPO of Deliveroo and other notable ventures like ZipRecruiter and Vicarious. Led by William and Marianne Powers, the firm combines experience in scaling businesses and executing complex transactions. The Strand Partners continues to leverage its expertise in creating value across different sectors, ensuring long-term success for its investments.