SmartSearch secures growth equity investment from Marlin Equity Partners
SmartSearch has received a growth equity investment from Marlin Equity Partners to scale its compliance platform.
SmartSearch provides automated anti-money laundering and digital verification software for financial, legal and property sectors. The platform allows firms to complete compliance checks rapidly without requiring physical identity documents.
SmartSearch has secured growth equity funding from Marlin Equity Partners to accelerate its domestic market position and fund international expansion. The investment follows a competitive process that highlighted the company position in the regulatory technology sector. Chief executive John Dobson noted that the partnership will support the creation of international versions of the platform. Marlin Equity Partners cited the platform accuracy and increasing regulatory pressures as key drivers for the investment.
From the founder
"We first met Marlin through an investment process we ran to find a partner; the high degree of interest in our business impressed everyone and Marlin stood out from the crowd. It was clear from our first meeting that Marlin has a deep understanding of our sector, our business model and they had done their homework. They quickly demonstrated how they could add value to our business, and we had a strong meeting of minds with a common goal."
John Dobson
CEO at SmartSearch
Investor perspective
"SmartSearch’s robust regulatory compliance platform provides industry-leading accuracy rates and strong customer advocacy."
Roland Pezzutto
principal, Marlin Equity Partners
Use of funds
- 01Expand into international markets
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SmartSearch
SmartSearch provides automated anti-money laundering and compliance verification software.