mpoweru
Mpoweru invests in early-stage startups with high growth potential, emphasizing disruptive technology, strong leadership, and alignment with sustainability and equality values. The firm leverages its deep regional expertise in the DACH market, rigorous due diligence, and post-investment support to drive portfolio success and deliver strong returns.
responsAbility
Invests in solutions addressing climate change, sustainable food systems, and inclusive economic opportunities in emerging markets, prioritizing measurable impact alongside financial returns.
saas.group
saas.group focuses on acquiring SaaS companies, particularly those with a 'bootstrapper mindset'. They aim to provide founders with a founder-friendly exit, financial freedom, and the opportunity to start new ventures. Their strategy involves improving the acquired product, scaling the team, and maintaining the original company identity that drove its success. They view acquisitions as a platform for founders to become part of something bigger, take risk off the table, and take business processes to a new level. saas.group values companies with a strong product-market fit and ARR between $2M and $10M. They are drawn to companies with product-led growth strategies, self-service models with limited operating costs, remote-first cultures, and international teams. They also consider VC-backed companies where there's potential for a bootstrapped "reboot". The firm emphasizes a transparent and streamlined due diligence process respecting the founder's time. They're interested in information about product, user base, financials, and legal status, and often gain direct access to key tools such as Stripe, Intercom, and Chargebee for deep-dive analysis. They champion a 'no jerk' policy, respecting the hard work of acquired companies and wanting to preserve their cultures. They aim to keep the acquisition process simple, supporting autonomy and mastery within acquired teams. They believe a successful exit goes beyond financial metrics, focusing on the founder’s happiness and future plans.
session.vc
Invests in tech-enabled growth companies that have achieved product-market fit. Provides hands-on operational support, including temporary executive roles, to help founders scale operations without relying on continuous fundraising.
she1K
she1K is an exclusive collective of corporate C-suite women globally, leveraging their industry expertise, networks, and career successes to invest in and mentor high-growth startups. The network emphasizes peer learning, sustainability, and innovation, with a focus on empowering women in leadership roles to drive scalable change.
torq.partners
torq.partners specializes in providing flexible, expert-led finance support to startups and companies, focusing on operational efficiency, investor readiness, and strategic financial guidance. Their team of 60+ finance professionals offers interim and fractional CFO services, finance operations setup, M&A advisory, fundraising support, and financial due diligence. They cater to diverse industries, helping companies optimize cash flow, improve reporting, and scale finance functions without long-term commitments.
vent.io
Vent.io is a corporate venture capital (CVC) arm of Deutsche Leasing AG that aims to accelerate the growth of the German Mittelstand by investing in and building digital solutions. They focus on strengthening Deutsche Leasing AG's position as the financial backbone of the German Mittelstand by driving digitalization and innovation and creating long-term value for its customers. They operate two business areas: product engineering, which builds data-driven digital solutions, AI-powered products, and customer-centric portals for Deutsche Leasing Group, and corporate venture capital (CVC), which invests in B2B startups and connects them with the Deutsche Leasing ecosystem and customers through strategic partnering and pilot projects. Vent.io's investment strategy centers around data-driven B2B startups from seed to Series A. They leverage Deutsche Leasing AG's 60+ years of experience in the leasing business, its €40+ billion assets under management, and its extensive distribution network to benefit their portfolio companies. This network includes 341 savings banks and over 100 top-tier OEM partners. The firm emphasizes strategic relevance, long-term value creation, and strengthening the future of asset finance and asset-related services. They also prioritize venture partnering, assisting startups in developing needs-based strategies and identifying strategic customer fit within the Deutsche Leasing ecosystem. This includes facilitating access to customers and partners and helping startups expand their customer base through pilot projects with clear KPIs to validate business potential.
zVentures
zVentures is the early-stage venture arm of Razer, the world's leading lifestyle brand for gamers. They invest in Seed and Series A start-ups globally that add strategic value to the Razer ecosystem. They leverage Razer's global ecosystem of hardware, software, and services to fuel the growth of companies across Gaming, Consumer, Deep Tech, and Sustainability. They aim to provide not only capital but also access to Razer's extensive global network of suppliers, OEMs, customers, and investors. Their portfolio companies also benefit from interfacing with in-house experts, like-minded founders, and influencers. The firm seeks to add strategic value to the companies it invests in, going beyond just providing capital. They have a broad view of relevant investments across Gaming including Esports and Streaming, Consumer including IoT, Entertainment and Communication, Deep Tech like AI, AR/VR and Blockchain, Sustainability like Renewable energy, Carbon and Plastic management, and potentially Fintech and other sectors. Their value add is amplified by their access to over 200M Razer users worldwide. They leverage Razer's expertise in design, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution to provide expert advice and support. The firm positions itself as a partner that helps build global brands and guide companies through their journey with investors and partners.
Índico Capital Partners
Índico Capital Partners focuses on investing in globally promising tech and sustainable companies originating from Portugal, Spain, and Italy. The firm believes that these Southern European ecosystems possess strong engineering talent capable of building innovative businesses with global scalability. Due to the limitations of local markets, entrepreneurs in these regions are compelled to adopt an international mindset from the outset. Índico aims to provide this exceptional talent pool with the necessary capital and knowledge to facilitate their global expansion. The firm invests in technology companies across various sectors, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deeptech, Spacetech, Healthtech, Oceantech, Fintech, and Consumer. Investment sizes typically range from Pre-Seed to Series A (500k to 10M euros), with selective backing for Series B and C rounds. Índico also integrates sustainability considerations into all investments. A significant focus is placed on ocean-related startups and SMEs with headquarters or significant operations in Portugal, aiming to support companies that can positively impact marine ecosystems and expand their global footprint. In this area, investments range from 100k to 5M Euros per company. Índico's investment philosophy centers around supporting ambitious teams with exceptional execution capabilities who are willing to partner closely with the firm. They seek businesses with substantial potential addressable markets, particularly startups that can become global category leaders. For sustainable SMEs, they look for growth potential where expansion capital can significantly increase revenues and margins.
āltitude
āltitude focuses on investing in the future of SME Tech, backing exceptional founders digitalizing Europe's 26 million small and medium enterprises from day 0. They are Europe's only SME Tech VC fund, dedicated to supporting software startups that accelerate the digital transformation of SMEs across Europe and beyond. They believe the next decade will be dominated by SME Tech, recognizing that SMEs form the backbone of the economy and are increasingly reliant on technology for survival, growth, and competitiveness. While B2B enterprise has had the lion's share of investment, āltitude believes SME Tech is undercapitalized, representing a significant opportunity. The firm sees advancements in AI, ML, LLMs, and cloud computing as key drivers lowering costs and complexities of serving SMEs, making the market more attractive. The digital transformation accelerated by events like COVID-19 and regulatory pressures further fuel the need for sophisticated tools within this segment. āltitude invests in companies with a go-to-market edge, clear ICP segmentation, multi-revenue playbooks with high margin combinations, and potential to become industry leaders. They look for scalable and international setups with high capital efficiency and unit economic profitability. āltitude adds value through pricing strategy refinement, GTM strategy development, ICP refinement, unit economics improvements, and support with follow-on financing. They leverage their network of veteran VCs, super angels, and ex-founders to connect portfolio companies with the right follow-on investors. Their SME Tech Manifesto outlines that SMEs represent 99% of businesses, and digitalisation is a priority for 76% of European SMEs. The firm highlights that only 15% of all B2B investments went into SME Tech startups, indicating a substantial opportunity. They focus on startups that have the potential to sell to mid-market or large enterprises, emphasizing the scalability and international potential of their investments.
Ελληνική Αναπτυξιακή Τράπεζα-HDB
The Hellenic Development Bank (HDB) aims to promote sustainable and holistic development of the Greek economy. It facilitates access to bank financing for businesses, addressing market dysfunctions and inadequacies. The bank encourages investments and alternative funding sources to enhance business competitiveness. HDB manages loans exceeding 8 billion Euros. It designs and creates financial tools for national and international fund allocation, promotes innovation and digital transformation, supports SMEs and large enterprises in internationalization efforts, and facilitates large infrastructure investments. The bank also attracts capital to stimulate economic growth and job creation. HDB positions itself as a reliable entity that can effectively partner with international financing organizations, assisting Greek businesses in surviving and thriving in a competitive environment.
33N Ventures
33N Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on securing and evolving digital infrastructure through investments in B2B Cybersecurity and Infrastructure software technologies. Their mission is to support growth in these critical sectors by providing domain expertise, direct market access (via a network of CISOs, CTOs, and tech executives), and indirect market access (through reseller and partner networks). The firm aims to project disruptive companies across the globe, leveraging its presence in North America, Europe, and the Middle East, represented by the name "33N." With over a decade of experience in investing and operating tech services, 33N Ventures utilizes a differentiated approach that incorporates go-to-market and corporate partnerships to support portfolio companies. They position themselves as a European cybersecurity and infrastructure software specialist VC with a global investment scope. 33N Ventures emphasizes deep domain knowledge, understanding the market landscape and roadblocks to scaling within the cybersecurity and infrastructure software sectors. This expertise, coupled with their extensive network of industry professionals and partners, allows them to provide valuable insights and connections to their portfolio companies. This combination allows the firm to get founders in front of decision-makers for market access opportunities, and channel relationships that support growth and expansion. 33N offers access to an extensive network of over 30 specialized founders, experts, and decision-makers worldwide, spanning various industries. 33N invests globally in B2B Cybersecurity and Infrastructure software technology companies. They seem to provide a global network, access to CISOs/CTOs, and deep knowledge of the cybersecurity market and technologies.
3VC Partners GmbH
3VC invests in European tech startups with global ambition, providing hands-on support and leveraging an extensive network. Focuses on companies demonstrating product-market fit, operational excellence, and scalable growth potential, particularly in sectors like FinTech, SaaS, HealthTech, HRTech, Gaming, and Enterprise Software. Emphasizes responsible investing and long-term partnership with founders.
83North
83North invests in exceptional entrepreneurs building global category-leading companies across diverse sectors like AI, fintech, IoT, enterprise software, and healthcare. The firm emphasizes scalable innovation, operational excellence, and global market potential.
Acton Capital
Backing companies ready to scale, built to last. Focus on optionality—unicorns or profitably growing ventures—with a long-term, mission-driven approach. Partnering with a select few founders annually to develop tailored growth strategies.
Adara Ventures
Adara Ventures is a European venture capital firm that partners with exceptional early-stage founders targeting global B2B markets. With 20 years of experience, they back teams with a proven product ready for rapid go-to-market strategies. Adara focuses on companies solving complex problems in the modern enterprise, with a strong emphasis on deep tech sectors. They aim to chart a path that accelerates each stage of their portfolio companies' growth, providing access to the entire Adara team and its extended network. The firm invests in areas including Cybersecurity, Energy Transition, Data and AI, Digital Health, Components, and Digital Infrastructure. They seek visionary founders capable of building global technology leaders and provide more than just financial investment, offering operational support and strategic guidance. Adara's strategy also includes offering a platform to connect founders and drive growth through their network, demonstrated by their "Big Dog" annual founders summit. They are also focused on being at the forefront of technological advancements as seen by their investment in AI centric companies and their partnership with NVIDIA's Inception VC alliance.
Adjuvo
Adjuvo is a network and investment syndicate of experienced investors who invest in and support innovative, high-growth, early-stage British companies. Their model for success revolves around 'Excellence' in invested companies and founders, 'Expertise' of their members, network and partners, and 'Execution' of their constructive capitalism strategy, with the concept of 'I help' at its core. They seek entrepreneurial founders with exemplary vision and the talent and resources to execute in sizeable markets. While sector-agnostic, Adjuvo members tend to avoid capital-intensive businesses and highly regulated areas, preferring platforms, software, disrupters, and consumer-facing businesses with proven and patented USPs. Adjuvo's investment strategy centers on identifying and supporting British early-stage companies where EIS relief is available. They aim to assist these companies in maximizing their potential by drawing on the combined expertise of their 200+ members. They look for brands with outstanding founders and contemporary relevance. The firm's focus on constructive capitalism emphasizes not only financial returns but also job creation and positive societal impact. The firm provides value beyond capital by leveraging the extensive experience and expertise of its members. Members are encouraged to actively participate in the portfolio companies, offering mentorship, strategic advice, commercial introductions, and sometimes taking on non-executive board roles. This active involvement aims to accelerate growth and maximize the potential of each investment. Adjuvo's network effect provides portfolio companies with access to a vast pool of knowledge and resources. With members spanning diverse industries and senior roles, the portfolio companies gain access to insights and connections that would otherwise be difficult to obtain. This network is a core strength of Adjuvo and a key differentiator.
Ahren Innovation Capital
Ahren Innovation Capital focuses on investing in deep technology companies that are at the intersection of groundbreaking science and high-end technology. Their investment strategy is geared towards creating outsized returns while also having a positive impact on the world. They back founders with big visions and provide support to help them achieve their goals. They believe in taking asymmetric, considered risks to capture generational opportunities in deep technology. Ahren partners with stellar founders and teams at all stages from pre-seed to pre-IPO, and are willing to help build companies from scratch or provide capital and expertise to high-growth businesses. Their approach involves deep tech expertise from their Founding & Science Partners, who have created technologies with a combined value of over $100BN. They are involved throughout the investment process, from sourcing to deep-tech diligence, and supporting businesses. They offer a Commercial Engine and Unicorn Founder advisors to help their companies achieve success. They also value strategic LP partnerships, where major LPs provide access, expertise, and customers to their portfolio companies. Ahren prioritizes strong values and treating founders well, aiming to be a trusted and respected group that can have a differentiated impact on their success. They aim to add value to exceptional founders at any stage, providing both patient and active capital to empower them to achieve the unimaginable.
Albion VC
AlbionVC aims to support visionary founders with long-term capital and scale-up expertise, leveraging their know-how since 1996. They focus on early-stage software, healthcare, and deeptech companies, acting as partners to entrepreneurs throughout their journey. The firm's strategy involves identifying and investing in companies with high growth potential in these sectors, providing not only financial support but also strategic guidance and operational expertise to help them scale and succeed. AlbionVC also emphasizes its long track record and extensive network, positioning itself as a valuable partner for founders looking to build impactful and sustainable businesses. AlbionVC provides support in building the company and has a platform and talent arm.
Alfvén & Didrikson
Active, long-term backer of passionate entrepreneurial teams with international growth ambitions, focusing on fast-growing Northern European companies since 2010.
Alter Equity
Alter Equity invests in European startups driving the transition to a more inclusive and sustainable economy. They focus on companies with a strong positive impact on the environment (e.g., energy efficiency, circular economy, recycling, biodiversity preservation) and/or on people (e.g., education, employment, health, fair trade). They seek companies committed to a Business Plan that integrates social, environmental, and societal considerations. They provide minority or majority investments, alone or in co-investment, between 4 and 20 million euros. Their investment philosophy revolves around supporting businesses that align with the 'People, Planet, Profit' framework. They aim to achieve significant environmental impact, as demonstrated by their portfolio companies having avoided 8.9 million tons of CO2 emissions. Furthermore, they are committed to gender equality, with a higher-than-average representation of women-led companies in their portfolio. They also seek a strong potential for profitable growth in ambitious projects that implement Tech for Good. Alter Equity invests in technology startups and breakthrough innovation projects. They invest in European companies with a turnover greater than 1 million euros and a potential for profitable growth. They invest in both minority and majority positions, alone or in co-investment. They emphasize investments that contribute to positive social and environmental change while generating financial returns.
Amino Capital
Amino Capital is a global venture capital firm based in Palo Alto that invests with the theme of data moat and network effect. The firm's investment principles are rooted in big data, machine learning, and exceptional products. With over $1 billion in capital under management, Amino Capital funds hundreds of companies from seed-to-growth stages. They focus on partnering with early-stage startups to achieve global success and have a demonstrated track record of investing early in companies that have gone on to achieve significant valuations.
AnD Ventures
AnD Ventures is an Israeli venture capital firm focused on investing in pioneering early-stage startups and building them into leaders in innovation, driving global market impact. They operate with a co-founder mentality, prioritizing responsibility and ownership, actively contributing operational funding, hands-on talent, and U.S.-based growth initiatives to propel their companies toward success. Their approach involves transforming pre-seed startups into success stories through their unique venture studio, providing hands-on support and expert growth partners to increase sales and secure future funding. AnD Ventures invests in early-stage revenue-generating startups, helping them achieve product-market fit. They enable the creation and execution of strategic partnerships, go-to-market strategies, and long-term growth plans through a proactive methodology. The firm empowers startups with market validation, strategic team-building, access to a powerful network, expert fundraising support, and growth acceleration, guiding them from formation to a successful exit. The team consists of product managers, CTOs, founders, financial advisors, and cybersecurity experts. They collaborate closely with growth partners from Fortune 500 companies, serial entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry experts, leveraging diverse expertise for impactful outcomes. Overall, the firm aims to be more than just investors, but true company builders.
Angel One
Invests in Ukrainian founders with a global mindset, leveraging access to UCU’s global business network, serial entrepreneurs, and AI/ML expertise to support startup growth and cultural development in Ukraine.