Partners Eric Byunn and Matthew Alfieri joined EisnerAmper’s Private Equity Dealbook podcast to share insights on Centana’s investment in and exit from Beacon, which was acquired by Clearwater Analytics earlier this year. They discuss: What drew Centana to Beacon and its leadership team Key moments from the investment journey, from due diligence through to exit [...]
Leading wire fraud protection platform for real estate to expand and accelerate product offerings AUSTIN, TX & GRAND RAPIDS, MI — July 15, 2025 — CertifID, the leading wire fraud protection platform for the real estate industry, today announced a $47.5 million Series C funding round led by Centana Growth Partners. CertifID has also received continued [...]
Sarah Kim spoke with Kaitlyn Mattson from Digital Insurance about the evolving insurance market and the future of technology in the space, touching on the growing role of AI, consolidation among smaller startups—particularly MGAs—and how carriers and brokers are navigating regulatory and legacy system challenges. To read the full article, click here> ← Back to [...]
Partner Matt Alfieri spoke with Melinda Huspen of American Banker about the challenges fintechs face when becoming banks, noting that higher capital requirements, regulatory complexity, and the need for operational scale are potential hurdles companies must navigate to succeed. To read the full article, click here> ← Back to Insights
Partner Matt Alfieri spoke with Melinda Huspen of American Banker about fintech funding in Q1 2025, suggesting that longer fundraising cycles could help fintechs secure the right partners and capital for growth. To read the full article, click here> ← Back to Insights
Clearwater Analytics has announced that they will acquire Centana portfolio company Beacon, as part of two strategic acquisitions to deliver private market investment intelligence. To read the full announcement, click here> ← Back to Insights
Axios reporter Aaron Weitzman sat down with Eric Byunn and Dr. Char Hu, founder and CEO of The Helper Bees, to discuss the company’s $35 million Series C announcement in an exclusive interview. The conversation delved into The Helper Bees’ offerings, the broader impact of their mission to redefine long-term care for older adults, and [...]
Series C Funding, Led By Centana Growth Partners, Earmarked for Medicaid Expansion and Payment Innovation AUSTIN, Texas — Jan. 28, 2025 — The Helper Bees, a technology platform revolutionizing how older adults live and age safely in their own homes, has announced the successful completion of a $35 million funding round. Led by Centana Growth [...]
San Francisco, CA – January 14, 2025 – Vividly, the leading trade promotion management (TPM) platform for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, today announced the close of its $30 million Series B funding round, led by Centana Growth Partners, a specialized growth equity firm that invests in the evolving financial services ecosystem. The Series B [...]
