General Atlantic programs and deadlines

General Atlantic is a leading global growth equity firm that partners with high-growth companies across technology, consumer, healthcare, and financial services. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in New York, the firm manages over $70 billion in assets and operates with a long-term, research-driven investment approach. General Atlantic typically invests in later-stage growth companies with strong competitive positioning, helping them scale through strategic guidance, international expansion, and operational support. The firm is known for backing category leaders such as ByteDance, Duolingo, Slack, and Klarna, and it often works closely with founders and CEOs as a hands-on minority investor. With a global presence spanning six continents, General Atlantic combines local insight with global connectivity and deep sector expertise to support innovation and sustainable growth.