Almi Invest

Almi Invest is a venture capital firm based in Sweden, established in 2009. It focuses on investing in Swedish startups with promising, scalable business models led by motivated entrepreneurs. Almi Invest operates seven regionally based funds, managing a total capital of SEK 1 billion. The firm typically makes initial investments ranging from SEK 2 million to SEK 4 million, with the potential to invest up to SEK 10 million over the lifetime of a venture. Almi Invest emphasizes a strong entrepreneurial team and an initial revenue stream over specific industry sectors, allowing for diverse investment opportunities across technology, fintech, life sciences, and sustainability sectors, among others. The firm partners with other investors, acquiring a maximum of 50 percent of shares in a new issuance, and reinvests generated yields, functioning as an Evergreen Fund. Half of its funding originates from European Union structural funds, complemented by regional investors and its founding organization, ALMI Företagspartner.

Jörgen Bodin

Fund Manager

Anna Gisselsson

Investment Manager

Boris Gyllhamn

Investment Manager

Markus Hokfelt

Fund Manager

Patrik Sjöstrand

Investment Manager

Louise Warme

Investment Manager

Past deals in News

Newsvoice

Seed Round in 2018
Newsvoice is a news media app (https://newsvoice.com/app) that publishes news and perspectives from high quality sources in one place. The app allows readers decide what's important. The app does the heavy lifting by scanning hundreds of sites and aggregating the latest news, but it is the community that decides what story should be highlighted, cross checks for veracity of the news and adds new sources. Newsvoice readers have an immediate overview of how different media report the same news depending on their main political inclination or geographical location so that one can buffer bias and keep informed.

World's Marathons

Seed Round in 2017
Worldsmarathons.com is the starting place for all long-distance runners from beginners to elite. In the comprehensive event calendar, runners can discover new challenging marathons and exciting destinations, and to find all possible information they need about the events. The global website also provides race organizers and advertisers with new opportunities to reach their target audiences.

Newsreps

Convertible Note in 2014
Newsreps AB operates a platform designed to enhance connections between news companies and app users globally through its Newsreps app. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the company focuses on user-generated content, recognizing its significant role in contemporary news reporting, as evidenced by a study showing a substantial portion of news coverage, such as the conflict in Syria, was produced via smartphones. The application provides an ecosystem that facilitates communication and interaction between users and news organizations while managing the necessary administrative tasks through its content management system. By bridging these entities, Newsreps aims to strengthen customer engagement and adapt to the evolving landscape of the news industry.

Content Central

Seed Round in 2014
Content Central is a platform designed to serve as a distribution channel for editorial content. It focuses on facilitating the sharing and dissemination of various types of editorial material, providing a streamlined approach for content creators and publishers. Although currently under development, its primary goal is to enhance accessibility and reach for editorial content across diverse audiences.

The Local

Venture Round in 2011
The Local is the largest English-language news network in Europe, attracting five million readers each month. Founded in April 2004 by Paul Rapacioli and based in Stockholm, Sweden, The Local publishes a range of content including the latest local and international news, politics, business, sports, culture, analysis, and opinions. The network operates local editions in several European countries, such as Sweden, Germany, France, Spain, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Austria, and Italy, catering primarily to foreign professionals. Its content is produced by a combination of staff journalists, freelancers, and user contributions, enabling a comprehensive view of both significant news events and the subtleties of local cultures. The Local is funded through advertising, providing an accessible platform for readers to stay informed about current events and developments across Europe.
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