VC-Verzeichnis

Europäisches VC-Verzeichnis

Kuratierter Index aktiver Venture-Capital-Fonds in Europa und Israel. Verfolge Investoren, Phasen und Ticketgrößen.

Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (BOM)

Tilburg, Niederlande

The Brabant Development Agency (BOM) invests in innovative companies that contribute to major transitions in four key themes: Sustainable Food, A Healthy Future, Climate-Neutral Energy, and Promising Key Technologies. BOM aims to accelerate growth, strengthen the innovation climate, open international doors, and attract companies to Brabant that add real value. BOM's investment strategy focuses on supporting startups and scale-ups with capital, knowledge, and network, building a strong, sustainable, and leading Brabant. BOM operates through three main pillars: Developing strong ecosystems, Investing in innovative entrepreneurs, and Internationalising Brabant-based companies. In the 'Developing' pillar, BOM fosters growth in ecosystems, accelerates innovation through programs, pilots, and test locations, promotes collaborations, and facilitates access to partners and capital. The 'Investing' pillar provides funding to innovative entrepreneurs, with investments up to €5 million, patient capital, investments in funds, and a broad network of co-investors. The 'Internationalising' pillar helps companies explore new markets, identify international partners, discover innovation clusters, collaborate with foreign companies, and leverage international promotion of Brabant. BOM actively works towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by investing in companies that contribute to goals such as Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-being, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Responsible Consumption and Production, Climate Action, and Life on Land. The organization aligns its investment strategy with the ROM-Code, which provides clarity about the role and responsibility of supervisory board members nominated by a ROM.

Startups, Scale-upsSustainable FoodA Healthy Future

Brabantse Ontwikkelmaatschappij (BOM)

Niederlande
B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Brain Tumor Investment Fund

B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Brainforest Association

Zurich, CH

Brainforest invests in ventures that restore ecosystems while generating profit, focusing on regenerative production, natural capital markets, measurement/verification technologies, value chain access, and restoration/stewardship. The firm supports founders with long-term, hands-on backing and targets pre-seed-stage companies in Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Southeast Asia with ticket sizes of USD 125,000.

Pre-seedNature-positive ventures with business models that grow impact alongside profit

Brainstorm Ventures

Mexico City, MX

Brainstorm Ventures focuses on investing in high-growth consumer internet and technology companies, particularly those with scalable business models and a strong founder-market fit. The firm emphasizes hands-on support, including strategic introductions and operational guidance, to help portfolio companies achieve rapid growth. Notable investments include companies in marketplaces, AI/ML, and Latin American tech.

Seed to Series AEarly-stage consumer internet and technology companiesparticularly those with strong growth potential in the U.S. and Latin America

Branded Hospitality Ventures

B

Branded provides capital markets advisory, strategic advisory, and media services tailored to the hospitality industry. Leveraging deep industry relationships and access to operators, decision-makers, investors, and audiences, it facilitates capital raising, corporate advisory, mergers and acquisitions, go-to-market strategies, and media storytelling to drive growth and value for hospitality companies.

Venture capitalCapital markets advisorystrategic advisory

Brandenburg VENTURES GmbH

Ilmenau, Deutschland

Brandenburg Ventures GmbH, founded in 2009 by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Karlheinz Brandenburg, operates as an engaged private investor providing not only capital but also active support to its portfolio companies. Their approach combines financial investment with hands-on guidance in areas such as financing, business development and strategy, technology transfer, IP development & commercialization, and networking. The firm leverages its deep understanding of both scientific and business perspectives to provide valuable insights and support. They offer advisory services and are available for supervisory and advisory board mandates. Beyond investing, Brandenburg Ventures actively supports technology transfer and university spin-offs, as well as promotes entrepreneurship through both financial and voluntary engagement. They concentrate their investments in the technology sector, particularly within "new media," and place a strong emphasis on backing compelling and dedicated founding teams. The firm's proximity to basic research, extensive experience, and established network also enable them to act as a company builder, evidenced by the independent founding of Brandenburg Labs GmbH in 2019. Brandenburg Ventures' commitment is to build successful partnerships and acknowledges the importance of various factors, including elements like luck and third-party support, in achieving significant success. They look to work collaboratively with portfolio companies to maximize results.

Early Stage, SeedNew MediaTechnology Transfer

Brandenburg Ventures

Ilmenau, Deutschland
B

Brandenburg Ventures invests in technology-driven companies, particularly those rooted in scientific research and innovation, with a focus on audio technologies and personalized auditory experiences. The firm emphasizes active support through strategic guidance, IP development, and network leverage, acting as both a traditional VC and a company builder.

Early-stage and growth-stage companies, including company-building initiatives (e.g., Brandenburg Labs GmbH).Supporting startups and companies in the technology sectorparticularly those with strong scientific foundations and innovative audio/technological solutions. Focus on active involvement in portfolio companies through financial support

Breakout Ventures

USA
B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Breakthrough Energy

Europa
B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Breakthrough Energy Fellows

USA

Breakthrough Energy accelerates clean energy innovation across global sectors to meet humanity’s energy needs sustainably. The firm invests in breakthrough technologies that are affordable, reliable, and scalable, transforming key industries (manufacturing, electricity, agriculture, transportation, and buildings) into landscapes of opportunity. The focus is on driving technology discovery, partnering with innovators, and deploying superior clean solutions at scale.

Early-stage to scale-up (technology discovery, development, and deployment)Clean energy innovation and technologies

Breakthrough Energy Foundation

Europa
B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Breakthrough Energy Ventures - Europe (BEV-E)

Breakthrough Energy accelerates clean energy innovation to transform global sectors into a landscape of opportunity. Focuses on affordable, reliable, and scalable clean energy solutions to meet humanity's growing energy demands without compromising prosperity or the planet.

Not explicitly mentionedClean energy innovation and technologies across global sectors

Breakthrough Energy Ventures Europe

Europa

Breakthrough Energy accelerates clean energy innovation by investing in breakthrough technologies and partnering with leading innovators to transform industries into scalable, affordable, and reliable clean energy solutions. The focus is on addressing climate change by driving progress across manufacturing, electricity, agriculture, transportation, and buildings sectors.

Clean energy innovation and technologies across global sectors

Breega Venture II

Frankreich

The provided website content is limited and does not offer a comprehensive investment thesis or strategy description. However, the available information suggests that Breega emphasizes a team composed of individuals with experience in building or scaling companies. This suggests they prioritize operational expertise and understanding the challenges faced by founders. The firm also highlights its predictions for 2026 indicating a forward-thinking approach and industry awareness. Without access to further information, a detailed summary cannot be accurately provided.

Pre-Seed, Series A

Breeze Invest

Europa
B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Bregal Unternehmerkapital

Deutschland

Bregal partners with GPs across the full lifecycle, offering deep experience, structural flexibility, and long-term capital alignment. Focused on responsible stewardship, alignment over transaction, and concentration-driven investments. Anchored by COFRA Holding’s entrepreneurial capital heritage (since 1841).

Full Lifecycle (seeding → secondaries)GP Solutions Platform (seedingstaking

Brevan Howard

Großbritannien

Brevan Howard is a leading global alternative investment management platform specializing in global macro and digital assets. Founded in 2002, the firm manages assets for institutional investors worldwide, including sovereign wealth funds, corporate and public pension plans, foundations, and endowments. Their investment approach combines directional, relative value, and derivative trading strategies designed to deliver orthogonal but complementary returns across a broad range of investment solutions. They differentiate their investment process through macro thinking, trade structuring, and risk management. The firm emphasizes a talent-driven, collaborative culture that fosters independent thinking and growth within a diverse community. They heavily invest in best-in-class technology to equip their team members with the necessary tools for success. Brevan Howard offers a broad range of diversified investment products to address diverse portfolio needs, aiming to deliver outstanding investment returns to clients in every macroeconomic environment. Brevan Howard's global presence is reflected in its nine hubs located in key regions like London, New York, Geneva, Jersey, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Bengaluru, and Austin. This wide geographic distribution supports their global client base and access to diverse talent pools. The firm is led by CEO Aron Landy and has a large team, including over 150 Portfolio Managers/Traders and Pod PMs who manage active book capital, as of February 1, 2026. Their core values revolve around exceptional talent, technology, diversified investment products, and outstanding macro analysis.

Global macrodigital assets

Brevan Howard Macro Venture Fund

B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Breyer Capital

USA

Breyer Capital is a premier venture capital investor focused on catalyzing high-impact entrepreneurs. They frame strategic investments anchored by the passion of founders, the insights of their network of world-class investors, and a conviction that artificial intelligence and machine learning will transform technology and investment opportunities globally. They view technology as an enabler, not a replacer. The firm is guided by principles of humility, integrity, and a passion for true long-term risks and bets that can result not only in significant financial returns and outcomes, but in dramatic social impact as well. They have deep passion for social media, entertainment/media, digital health, and financial technologies and care deeply about how artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual reality will come to redefine and transform all of these unique spaces.

Early-stage investmentssocial mediaentertainment/media

Briban Invest

Malmö, Schweden

Family-owned venture firm focused on sustainable, long-term investments for future generations, prioritizing real estate in Malmö, renewable energy, and cutting-edge technology.

Long-term investments in Malmö region propertiesrenewable energy

Bridford Group

London, Großbritannien
B

Bridford Group is a permanent capital investor based in London and Amsterdam, managing a portfolio of over 30 businesses. They invest their own capital in businesses across various sectors, stages of growth, and countries, with a primary focus on founder-led businesses exhibiting long-term potential. Unlike traditional investment funds, Bridford Group's permanent capital structure allows for a patient, flexible, and long-term approach, fully aligning with founders seeking to build substantial companies. They prioritize highly scalable businesses with the potential for significant growth across multiple countries, particularly those demonstrating a strong element of societal or environmental welfare. Bridford Group backs challengers who can redefine industries, address significant problems, or provide solutions to existing industry bottlenecks and inefficiencies. While their investment history leans towards early-stage companies, Bridford Group is also capable of investing in more mature, growth-oriented businesses. They prefer concepts that have been tested and proven to have a market, are not heavily reliant on external factors for success, possess material organic growth potential, and can operate as stand-alone profitable entities. Their geographical focus is primarily Europe. Bridford Group typically seeks investments that grant them a meaningful minority position in a company, though they are open to taking majority positions. They are able to lead investments or participate in broader financing rounds. Bridford places significant emphasis on the teams they back, seeking founders and management teams with strong determination, effectiveness, exceptional execution skills, and an ambition to generate long-term value. They prefer companies managed by individuals capable of attracting high-quality talent. Bridford Group actively contributes to the development of their portfolio companies through operational support, including corporate development, financial and legal guidance, strategic advice and business development, team-building and hiring, and cross-fertilization with other portfolio companies. They avoid investments in companies with negative environmental or social impacts.

early-stage, growthtechnologymusic

Bridford Investments Limited

Großbritannien
B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.

Bridge

Europa
B

Venture-Capital-Firma, die in wachstumsstarke Technologieunternehmen investiert.