SAF Group
Overview
SAF Group is a Canadian alternative investment firm specializing in private credit and equity investments across various sectors. Founded in 2014, the firm has committed over $4.0 billion across more than 60 transactions, primarily focusing on Canadian real asset sectors. SAF Group operates from offices in Calgary, Alberta, Vancouver, British Columbia, and Toronto, Ontario, and employs a team of over 35 professionals. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a range of asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate, commodities, distressed and special situations, ESG and impact investing, fixed income, and hedge funds. SAF Group targets multiple investment stages, from seed and early-stage ventures to growth, late-stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed opportunities. Geographically, the firm focuses on Canada, the United States, and select international markets, including regions in Europe, Asia, and Africa. SAF Group's portfolio spans a diverse array of industries, such as technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, energy, natural resources, infrastructure, consumer goods, telecommunications, media, transportation, utilities, education, agriculture, and manufacturing. The firm is committed to delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns to its investors while supporting the growth and development of the companies in which it invests.
Investment Focus
- Strong growth potential
- Experienced management teams
- Competitive market positioning
- Sustainable business models
- Alignment with SAF Group's investment strategy
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Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about SAF Group
What sectors does SAF Group invest in?
SAF Group invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Calgary, Canada. SAF Group is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does SAF Group invest at?
SAF Group backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does SAF Group invest in?
SAF Group invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
Who are the partners at SAF Group?
Team members listed for SAF Group include Ryan Dunfield (Chief Executive Officer) and Aaron Bunting (COO and CFO).
How do I contact SAF Group?
SAF Group's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
