London-based RegTech firm Kaizen has secured a $42 million minority investment from Boston-based Guidepost Growth Equity, paving the way for its expansion into North America.
Established in 2013, Kaizen specializes in technology for trade and transaction reporting assurance, research and surveillance, shareholding disclosure, and a Single Rulebook digital platform. Last year, the company further broadened its offerings through strategic investments in London Reporting House and Cumulus9.
Dario Crispini, founder and CEO of Kaizen, stated that the investment and partnership with Guidepost “will enable us to build and enhance our existing technology, deliver new compliance solutions, and drive our expansion into North America.”
As part of the investment, Gene Nogi, a general partner at Guidepost, will join the Kaizen board, accompanied by two new independent directors yet to be appointed.