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Why Centana Invested in CertifID: Protecting One of Life’s Largest Transactions

Author: Eric Byunn | Co-Authors: Jack Babbush, Marshall Cao Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional milestones in a person’s life. It’s where families are raised, memories are made, and importantly, where people invest their life savings. On average, Americans have 60% of their net worth tied to their primary residence1. [...]

Private Equity Meets Fintech Innovation: How Deals Get Done

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 [...]

CertifID Raises $47.5 Million Series C Led by Centana Growth Partners

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 [...]

What’s ahead for insurance M&A?

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 [...]

Challenges fintechs face when they become banks

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

AI investments, Binance deal spur fintech funding in Q1

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 to Acquire Beacon

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

From Handshakes to Hashtags: The New Rules of Advisor Engagement

Author: Ben Cukier | Co-Authors: Jack Babbush, Avantika Bagri Acquiring clients has become the greatest challenge for financial advisors in today’s competitive landscape. With over $114 trillion in advised assets across the U.S., even modest improvements in client acquisition can translate to substantial revenue growth1. As client expectations evolve, advisors who limit their focus to [...]

Centana Named One of GrowthCap’s Top Growth Equity Firms of 2024

Why Centana Invested in The Helper Bees: The Home-Sweet-Home Dilemma

Author: Eric Byunn | Co-Authors: Devi Malhotra, Marshall Cao Getting old is hard. As we age, tasks that once seemed effortless can become increasingly challenging. The simple joys of daily life - preparing a nutritious meal, maintaining a tidy home, or even taking a leisurely stroll around the neighborhood - can transform into daunting obstacles. [...]