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Thoma Bravo's Behind the Deal

Revisiting How Thoma Bravo Took Sailpoint Public and Then Private Again

Mar 28, 2024
Thoma Bravo's Managing Partner, Seth Boro, discusses the journey of SailPoint from IPO to private acquisition. Topics include identity security, private equity partnerships, and the unique experience of transitioning from public to private ownership.
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  • Thoma Bravo's first IPO of a portfolio company showcased their interest in high-growth firms with innovative solutions in enterprise identity management.
  • SailPoint's successful transition to a cloud-first approach aligned with market trends and led to profitable growth post IPO.

Deep dives

Mark McLean Founded SalePoint and Their Success in Enterprise Identity Management

Mark McLean, co-founder and CEO of SalePoint, discusses the company's journey in enterprise identity management. With over 17 years in the industry, SalePoint focuses on managing employee identities within organizations. They highlight the significance of proper identity management in preventing security breaches, referencing a case where a rogue trader exploited access privileges to cause significant financial losses.

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