29th edition · updated July 2026

Venture capital and private equity firms starting with Z

This is the complete A–Z venture capital directory of the 7,670+ venture capital and private equity firms profiled in VCPro Database 2026. Every firm is recorded with its investment stage, industry preference, geographic focus, check size range and capital under management, plus named executives with direct work email addresses.

Browsing this index is free. The downloadable database adds combined filtering, Excel and CSV export, and 55,650+ executive contacts, and runs offline on Windows and macOS for a one-time $119.95. Researched and published independently since 1998.

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Why VCPro

Why choose our venture capital & private equity database?

Navigating the competitive startup fundraising landscape requires direct access to accurate, actionable investor intelligence. Unlike static, outdated lists, VCPro Database is a desktop application designed to streamline your investor outreach and accelerate your capital raise.

Comprehensive, multi-field investor profiles

Our database goes beyond basic contact lists. Each of the 7,670+ firm profiles features rich, structured data fields to help you find the right investment match:

  • Firm overview: company name, website, and physical address.
  • Investment focus: geographic preferences, target industry sectors, and preferred investment stages (seed, Series A, growth, and so on).
  • Key decision-makers: direct names and titles for over 55,650 venture partners, managing directors, and associates.
  • Executive contact data: direct work email addresses for named executives.

Powerful offline desktop application

VCPro Database was the world's first downloadable venture capital directory software. Compatible with both Windows and macOS, it installs directly onto your computer, letting you:

  • Work entirely offline: search, filter, and research investors without an active internet connection.
  • Search and filter: instantly filter the directory by industry, investment stage, and geography to build targeted investor lists.
  • Export to Excel or CSV: send custom search results to Microsoft Excel (.xlsx) or CSV to run mail merges, feed your CRM, or organise your pipeline.

Rigorously researched and updated for 2026

VCPro Database 2026 is our 29th edition, updated as of July 2026 to reflect the latest shifts in the private markets. We gather and verify our intelligence through a strict, multi-step editorial process:

  • Direct questionnaires completed by the investment firms.
  • Comprehensive reviews of SEC filings and regulatory disclosures.
  • Continuous verification using professional networks and email validation tools.
One-time price

Affordable one-time purchase, no subscription

While alternative investor databases charge thousands of dollars in recurring monthly subscription fees, VCPro Database is available for a one-time price of $119.95.

  • No monthly fees.
  • Free future update: your purchase includes a complimentary annual update in January 2027, keeping your outreach accurate all year.
Firm index

Browse the directory A–Z

Every firm profiled in VCPro Database 2026, listed alphabetically.

Showing firms beginning with the letter Z (35 firms).

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Firm types

Venture capital firms and private equity firms compared

The directory indexes four investor types under one profile structure, so one search covers the whole private market rather than a single slice of it.

Firm type Investment stages Typical ownership Contacts recorded
Venture capital firms Seed, startup, early stage, Series A to C, expansion Minority, alongside founders General partners, principals, associates
Private equity firms Growth equity, buyout, mezzanine, recapitalisation Majority or control Managing directors, partners, deal teams
Family investment offices Seed through buyout, mandate depending Minority or majority Chief investment officers, directors
Corporate and strategic investors Early stage through growth Minority, often strategic Corporate development leads

Scope note: profiles record firm-level criteria — AUM, check size range, stage, sector and geography — with named GP-side contacts. They do not publish fund-level performance such as IRR or TVPI, or uncalled dry powder.

Who it's for

Who benefits most from the VCPro investor directory?

Whether you are raising a seed round or sourcing high-quality deal flow, our private equity and venture capital database is an indispensable tool.

Entrepreneurs & founders

Stop wasting time cold-emailing the wrong investors. Quickly identify and target VC and PE firms that actively invest in your industry, stage, and geographic region — then build a targeted pipeline and secure warm introductions.

Venture capitalists & angels

Discover new co-investment opportunities, conduct competitive market research, and track the focus areas of peer firms and institutional LPs globally.

Investment bankers & advisors

M&A advisors, startup consultants, recruiters, and service providers can use the directory to source new clients, identify active buyers, and connect directly with key decision-makers at top-tier investment firms.

Common questions

Venture capital directory FAQ

Short answers to what founders and researchers ask most often about this index.

How do you find a specific venture capital firm by name?

Use the A to Z index on this page to jump to any letter, then select a firm to open its website. The downloadable VCPro Database adds search and filtering by investment stage, sector, geography and check size across all 7,670+ firms.

Which firms are included in the private equity directory?

The directory lists every venture capital firm, private equity firm, family investment office and corporate investor profiled in VCPro Database 2026, spanning the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa, with over 290 firms added in the July 2026 update.

Does each profile show investment stage and check size?

Yes. Every full profile in the database records investment stage from seed through growth and buyout, capital under management (AUM), minimum and maximum check size, industry preference, geographic focus, financing type, and named executives with direct work email addresses and phone numbers.

Is the venture capital directory free to browse?

Browsing the A to Z firm index on this page is free and needs no account. The downloadable database, which adds investment criteria, filtering, export and 55,650+ executive email addresses, is a one-time purchase of USD 119.95 including the January 2027 update.

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Get started with VCPro Database 2026

Gain instant access to a global network of investment partners spanning the United States, Europe, Canada, Asia, and beyond. Buy VCPro Database 2026 now for $119.95 and receive your instant download link along with a free data update — or download the free trial to try the search, filtering, and offline capabilities with a sample dataset.

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