PitchBook Data

PitchBook Data, Inc. is a SaaS company that delivers data, research and technology covering the private capital markets, including venture capital, private equity and M&A transactions. It is based in Seattle, Washington, with regional offices in London, San Francisco, New York City, Mumbai and Hong Kong.
The company's core product, the PitchBook Platform, is a subscription-only database that includes analytical tools which help users make sense of the information it collects on companies, investors, deals, mergers and acquisitions, funds, advisors, and people. The company also provides commentary and analysis of current events, trends, and issues relevant to the capital markets through its daily newsletter and quarterly reports. 
Products.
PitchBook products include: 
Functionality.
Within the PitchBook Platform, users can access a variety of analysis tools to run targeted searches, research emerging technologies, build financial models, create data visualizations, and build custom benchmarks and comps.
History.
PitchBook was founded in 2007 by John Gabbert. In 2009, it received investment of $4.25 million from angel investors and Morningstar, and a further $10 million from Morningstar in January 2016. In December 2016, Morningstar entered into a definitive agreement to acquire PitchBook, paying approximately $180 million for the remaining ownership in a transaction that valued PitchBook at $225 million. PitchBook maintains its brand and identity, and its founder and CEO, John Gabbert, continues to run the company.
As of October 2019, its workforce included over 1,000 employees worldwide, including full-time contractors. 
Company timeline:
Finances.
In 2018, PitchBook generated more than $99.6 million in revenue - up 56.6% from the previous year. PitchBook has maintained a 95% CAGR over 10 years. 
Awards.
PitchBook has won the following awards: 