Jason Kurtz

Overview

As a Senior Advisor at Accel-KKR, Jason Kurtz contributes to the firm's focus on investing in software and technology-enabled services companies. Accel-KKR specializes in mid-market companies, providing capital solutions such as buyouts, minority growth investments, secondaries, and credit alternatives. The firm has invested in or acquired over 450 technology companies globally since its founding in 2000, making it one of the most active private equity firms in the software and tech-enabled services sector. Accel-KKR's investment strategy emphasizes developing strong partnerships with management teams and building value alongside them by leveraging the significant resources available through the Accel-KKR network. The firm's headquarters are in Menlo Park, California, with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, London, and Mexico City. Jason Kurtz's role as a Senior Advisor involves providing strategic guidance and support to Accel-KKR's portfolio companies, leveraging his extensive experience in the technology sector. Prior to joining Accel-KKR, Jason served as the Vice President and General Manager of Ariba’s Network and Financial Solutions, where he was responsible for the growth of the Ariba Network, which provides inter-enterprise collaboration capabilities for buying and selling organizations. Under his leadership, the business grew from $24 million in revenue to over $160 million in revenue in three years. In his eleven years at Ariba, Jason held multiple other roles including Vice President of North American Sales and Vice President of Strategic Sourcing Services. Prior to Ariba, Jason was a Director in Arthur Andersen’s Business Consulting specializing in Supply Chain services. During his career, he has worked across numerous industries and served some of his firms’ biggest clients including BellSouth (now ATT), ExxonMobil, Dell, and Bank of America. Jason earned his MBA from the Darden Graduate School of Business at Virginia and his BBA and BJ from The University of Texas at Austin. His current board seats include iSolved and Unimarket. Jason's extensive background in technology and business consulting, combined with his leadership experience at Ariba, positions him as a valuable advisor to Accel-KKR's portfolio companies, assisting them in achieving sustainable growth and innovation in the technology sector.

Investment Focus

• Founder-Owned or Closely-Held Private Companies
• Profitable or Clear Path to Profitability
• Participates in Fragmented Markets with Potential for Consolidation

Portfolio Companies