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  • The Agentic Era: Vertical Software’s New Growth Engine

    From automating entire workflows to unlocking trillions of dollars in new enterprise value, AI is transforming vertical software. Learn why industry-specific platforms are poised to lead the next wave of productivity and growth in the Agentic Era.

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  • Interviewing Investors: A Step-by-Step Guide for Business Owners

    The due diligence process is a two-way street—and business owners should perform detailed evaluations of potential partners.

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  • Data Centers: The Quiet Champion of Commercial Real Estate Growth

    AI and cloud computing are fueling explosive growth in data centers, quietly transforming them into commercial real estate’s next powerhouse sector. Firms that build on their existing expertise to manage these highly specialized facilities stand to capture meaningful, durable growth for years to come.

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At William Blair, we're committed to our colleagues, our clients, and our communities. Serving our clients starts with the capabilities and collaboration of our team—making our employees our most important asset. When we create an environment where employees perform their best, our delivery for clients will be the best it can be.

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Global Community Partners

We are proud of our signature Global Community Partners program, through which employees nominate organizations to receive catalytic financial support and significant volunteerism opportunities every two years.

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Our Latest News

  • Security 101 Has Been Acquired by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners

    William Blair acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Security 101 (S101 or the company) and Gemspring Capital in connection with the company’s sale to Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP).

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  • Ethos Technologies Inc.: Initiation of Research Coverage

    William Blair initiated research coverage of Ethos Technologies Inc. (LIFE $10.89), a vertically integrated life insurance platform providing underwriting, distribution, and policy administration services to insurers and agents.

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  • William Blair Earns Top Score in 2025 Corporate Equality Index for Fifth Consecutive Year

    We’ve earned a top score again on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2026 Corporate Equality Index (CEI).

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