Razorhorse accelerates visibility and access to software deal flow for world-class investors and acquirers. Since 2012 we’ve connected with tens of thousands of software companies and engaged in hundreds of live deals all over the globe.
Austin has spent the past 20+ years running and buying software companies. He started his career at Alex Brown doing software IPOs and M&A, then worked for Harbinger Corp, an acquisitive e-commerce software client he had taken public at Alex Brown. After Harbinger, Austin sold software for IBM, then transitioned to venture capital and private equity where he spent six years as a deal principal and built origination teams and systems at Advanced Technology Ventures and H.I.G. Capital, respectively. Austin left private equity to run a software company owned by a family office in 2011, then transitioned to acquiring companies for the same group in 2012. Austin founded Razorhorse that year to source the deals he executed for the family office. In 2017, Austin founded PowerUP Scholarship fund to help disadvantaged kids find a path to success. Austin holds a BA from Brown University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
MANAGING PARTNER
Prior to joining Razorhorse in 2020, Miles was VP of Finance and Head of Product at Lenox Park, an asset management technology venture based in New York and backed by renowned institutional investors. In this role, Miles focused on fundraising and financial modeling while quarterbacking all of product development. Previously, Miles worked at VMG Health, a sell-side valuation and M&A group covering transactions in healthcare and biotech. Miles began his career at Vinson & Elkins, LLP, and received a B.B.A. in Finance from The University of Texas at Austin. Outside the office, Miles writes crime thriller novels and spends summers on the lakes around Austin.
PARTNER / FRONT OFFICE
Pradheep joined Razorhorse in 2018. Prior to his current role as the Head of Operations at Razorhorse, he headed customer support operations at Aurea software and worked with Deloitte consulting as a CRM consultant. He brings to us his extensive knowledge in technology stack selection, vendor management, process design and improvement, business analysis and strategy. He is an expert in post-acquisition support integration. Pradheep has an MBA from Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore, and a bachelors degree in computer science from College of Engineering, Guindy. In his free time, he loves to watch movies and read books on public policy, biographies, management, and Tamil literature. He currently works out of Bangalore, India.
PARTNER / BACK OFFICE
DATA ANALYST
Prior to Razorhorse, Alex was an account executive at SourceScrub where he was focused on providing company data to private equity and investment banking firms within Europe, North America, and the APAC region. Previously, Alex was an intern at the Armada Group, an IVS hedge fund primarily focused on the Russell 2000 index (RUT). Alex earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Arizona studying Management Information Systems. In his down time, he loves to surf, snowboard, hike, grow Bonsai, and watch the Warriors win.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Dominic joined Razorhorse in 2023 as part of the origination team. Prior to joining Razorhorse in 2023, Dominic was head of Investment and Strategy for Fortis Digital, a cryptocurrency hedge fund. Dominic focused on building quantitative algorithms and leading the fundraising initiative. Previously, Dominic enlisted in the Air National Guard where he ranked top of his class while working with both the Army and the Air Force. Dominic started his career in insurance, leading a sales team of twenty agents and received a B.S. in Business Administration from Pepperdine University. Outside of Razorhorse, Dominic enjoys live music, lifting, and spending time with family.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Raphael joined Razorhorse in 2021 and focuses on origination and deal execution. Prior to Razorhorse, he signed up Fortune 500 cloud and analytics teams at Swoon, a technology-focused talent firm. Previously, Raphael led the business development team at AGC Partners, a software-focused investment bank, where he sourced several engagements across North America and Europe. Raphael holds a degree in International Politics and Economics with a concentration on Mandarin Chinese from Middlebury College where he was an Academic Scholar. A French-American native, he is currently located in Chicago where he enjoys cycling, soccer, and exploring local coffee shops.
DEAL ORIGINATION
RESEARCH – DATA
Prior to joining Razorhorse, Christian was a quality assurance and compliance analyst for a contact center and has been in the customer support industry for 4 years. In his free time, Christian loves watching movies and reading mangas/manhwas.
RESEARCH – NOTES
Ryan joined Razorhorse in 2022, and focuses on origination and deal execution. Prior to joining Razorhorse, he worked at Constellation Software, and in corporate development roles. He obtained his CPA designation from Ernst & Young, and earned his undergraduate degree with a specialty in accounting from the Richard Ivey School of Business. Ryan has traveled to forty countries, and in his free time, enjoys playing sports, and watching the Toronto Raptors.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Prior to joining Razorhorse, Bailey worked in the business development department on the Mid-Market Private Equity team at GLG supporting private investors in their due diligence processes. Previously, he worked at AppSumo, where he partnered with early-stage SaaS founders to help them gain traction and exposure. Bailey earned his undergraduate degree from Southwestern University and is currently pursuing his MBA at Southern Methodist University where he is focused on finance. He is a dedicated Baylor Bears fan and enjoys playing basketball, reading, and Muay Thai.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Prasad is a dynamic and driven individual with a passion for data entry and web search. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality work, building relationships, and exceeding expectations. With expertise in various areas, Prasad is committed to providing value and ensuring client satisfaction.
RESEARCH – DATA
Before joining Razorhorse in late 2023, Eric accrued 5 years of experience as an Android software developer. Currently pursuing a degree in Financial Accounting, he seamlessly combines technical proficiency with a keen analytical mindset. Outside of work and studies, he is passionate about playing cricket, finding the perfect catch in shark fishing, and enjoys exploring the stunning landscapes and nature that South Africa has to offer.
RESEARCH – DATA
Irene is a well-versed Virtual Assistant who joined Razorhorse in 2023 and focuses on call notes, research, and data entry. Outside the office, she enjoys watching movies, trading cryptocurrencies, traveling, and spending time with family.
RESEARCH – NOTES
Chiamaka joined Razorhorse in 2021 and is focused on Call Notes. Prior to Razorhorse, she was crunching numbers as a Training and Quality Analyst and spent several years as a Customer Service Professional. Beyond the office, Chiamaka unwinds with Korean cinema or spending time with her family.
RESEARCH – NOTES
Roman joined Razorhorse in 2017 and is focused on financial analysis. Prior to Razorhorse, he spent five years at PwC doing audit and financial modeling work. Roman is a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and has a master’s degree in Finance from Donetsk National University, Ukraine. Roman lives in Kyiv, Ukraine with his wife. He is passionate about cycling and mountain trekking.
HEAD OF DEAL SUPPORT
Liliana joined Razorhorse in 2014, primarily focused on origination, and has sourced a number of investments including DISCO, Glooko, RiskIQ, Tealium, TraceLink, Welltok, Lattice Engines, Aera technologies, and Chorus.ai. Previously Liliana held various entrepreneurial and management roles: Assistant Country Manager of Nortel SEE, Organizational Development Consultant at ISR, Operations Manager at ST Microelectronics, and Marketing Executive in Swiss startups. Liliana holds an MBA in Management of Technology focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation (joint program of EPFL University of Lausanne, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and McCombs Business School/University Texas at Austin). Liliana works remotely from Switzerland or Serbia, whenever possible. She enjoys reading biographies, travelling, or spending time with her family and pets.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Pratik loves playing cricket and follows cricket and football. He is a big fan of Virat Kohli (an Indian cricketer) and Lionel Messi.
IT LEAD
Dan joined Razorhorse in 2021 as part of the originations team. Prior to joining, he worked as a Business Development and Sales professional in the HR-Tech space for 3 years. Dan received a Bachelors Degree from Boston College where he captained the crew team. Dan resides in Boston and enjoys travelling, playing golf, and trying new restaurants.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Rosy joined Razorhorse in 2012 primarily focused on origination, and has sourced a number of investments including Quantum Retail, Lyris, MessageOne, Thinkvine, DNN, TrueFit, Fiix, NewNet, Tecnotree, and Falconstor. Rosy has over 15 yrs of inside sales experience and was a regional manager in a manufacturing company selling to the automotive and lumber industry. Rosy managed 15 salespeople in addition to being in charge of her own territory. Chicago-born, Rosy currently lives in Sicily, Italy. Outside of Razorhorse, Rosy enjoys spending time with her two sons and creating art, particularly paintings and pottery.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Prior to joining Razorhorse, Jack was a deal team member focused on the software & tech-enabled services markets at Harvey & Company, a buyside advisory firm based in Newport Beach, CA. In this role, Jack focused on investment thesis ideation, industry analyses and deal origination. Previously, Jack worked at Oracle on the Corporate FP&A team providing financial modeling support and analysis. After earning his undergraduate degree at UC Berkeley, Jack moved to Newport Beach, CA where he enjoys beach city sports and watching the Chargers and Padres play.
DEAL ORIGINATION
Yash has been a management consultant for more than two years where he has collaborated with Fortune 500 clients such as American Express, Visa, GMR, and others. He holds an MBA from IIM Bangalore and a BTech in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Humanities and Social Sciences from IIT Gandhinagar where he received the Director's Gold Medal upon graduation. Additionally, he is an avid reader who occasionally writes and has published pieces in both national and international newspapers.
OPERATIONS
Dylan joined Razorhorse in 2023 and focuses on origination and deal execution. Prior to Razorhorse, Dylan was an Associate at Susquehanna Growth Equity where he sourced platforms & add-ons across North America and Europe. Previously, Dylan worked for Miller Investment Management, a family office focusing on investments in Life Sciences and Real Estate. Dylan earned his undergraduate degree from Drexel University studying Finance and Business Analytics and remains an avid Philly sports fan. When he isn't spending time with business leaders or complaining about Philly sports you can find Dylan golfing, playing tennis, stand-up-paddle boarding, or saltwater fishing.
DEAL ORIGINATION
RESEARCH – DATA
Cole earned an Honours Business Administration degree (HBA) from the Ivey Business School and a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Western Ontario in 2023. Before joining Razorhorse, Cole had professional experience in business development for fintech and consumer-packaged goods companies. Cole is based in Calgary, AB, Canada. In his free time, Cole enjoys watching sports, golfing with friends, and reading books on politics and macroeconomics.
RESEARCH – INSIGHTS
SALES OPERATIONS