Holden Spaht

Holden Spaht

Holden Spaht (#876)

  • $ 5 B
  • Private equity
  • United States
  • M
  • 51 Years

About Me

Holden Spaht is a managing partner of software-focused private-equity firm Thoma Bravo, which ranks among the world's top buyout investors. The firm, with assets of $181 billion, was formed in 2008, when Orlando Bravo and Carl Thoma split from partner Brian Cressey, who was focused on healthcare deals. Spaht, a Dartmouth graduate and Harvard MBA, has led many of the firm's application software investments. He joined Thoma Bravo in 2005 after stints at Thomas H. Lee Partners and Morgan Stanley Capital Partners. His family foundation, founded with his wife Claire in 2019, supports mental health, environmental conservation and the arts.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Holden Spaht’s rise and global influence.

  • #869   Billionaires (2026)
  • #308   Forbes 400 (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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Current Net Worth: $4.9B (May 4, 2026)