VI Partners

VI Partners, established in 2001, is a Swiss venture capital firm headquartered in Altendorf. It specializes in investing in early-stage and growth-phase companies within the healthcare, technology, biotechnology, and software sectors. The firm provides not only capital but also coaching and network support to promising start-ups, including university spin-offs. VI Partners has been advising multiple funds since its inception, with its first fund established in collaboration with McKinsey & Company and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich (ETHZ).

Diego Braguglia

Managing Partner, Healthcare

Olivier Laplace

Partner

Joe Neale

Partner

Gaetano Zanon

Managing Partner, Technology

Past deals in Zurich

Unique

Series A in 2025
Founded in 2021 in Zurich, Switzerland, by Swiss entrepreneurs Manuel Grenacher (CEO) and Andreas Hauri (CTO), Unique is a venture-backed B2B SaaS platform that records client conversations and leverages the power of AI to augment client-facing teams with real-time assistance and post-recording insights to build better client relationships and automate routine tasks. Unique cuts out manual work for client advisors by automatically generating a call summary and updating their CRM systems. During client meetings, it identifies key phrases (pain points, product mentions, etc.) to help advisors spot new upselling and cross-selling opportunities.

Unique

Seed Round in 2023
Founded in 2021 in Zurich, Switzerland, by Swiss entrepreneurs Manuel Grenacher (CEO) and Andreas Hauri (CTO), Unique is a venture-backed B2B SaaS platform that records client conversations and leverages the power of AI to augment client-facing teams with real-time assistance and post-recording insights to build better client relationships and automate routine tasks. Unique cuts out manual work for client advisors by automatically generating a call summary and updating their CRM systems. During client meetings, it identifies key phrases (pain points, product mentions, etc.) to help advisors spot new upselling and cross-selling opportunities.

Araris Biotech

Series A in 2022
Araris Biotech AG is a biotechnology start-up based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) linker technology aimed at enhancing chemotherapy by delivering drugs directly to targeted antibodies. This innovative approach allows for the creation of next-generation ADCs that are both safe and effective for treating various diseases, including cancer. Araris' platform enables the production of high-quality ADCs without the need for extensive engineering of antibodies or cell lines, allowing for rapid development and manufacturing processes. The technology is supported by two patents and focuses on site-specific conjugation, enabling the use of readily available antibodies. This streamlined production method facilitates quick quality control and analysis, enhancing the overall efficiency and reliability of ADC development.

Skribble

Series A in 2022
Skribble is a Zurich-based platform that specializes in electronic signatures, enabling users to sign contracts digitally while ensuring that these signatures carry the same legal weight as handwritten ones under Swiss and EU law. Founded in 2018, Skribble provides a user-friendly interface that allows individuals and businesses to sign documents with a few clicks, streamlining the process of contract management. The platform incorporates signature management systems that facilitate the identification of signers, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Through its services, Skribble aims to simplify the process of creating legally binding agreements in a digital format.

Unique

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2021 in Zurich, Switzerland, by Swiss entrepreneurs Manuel Grenacher (CEO) and Andreas Hauri (CTO), Unique is a venture-backed B2B SaaS platform that records client conversations and leverages the power of AI to augment client-facing teams with real-time assistance and post-recording insights to build better client relationships and automate routine tasks. Unique cuts out manual work for client advisors by automatically generating a call summary and updating their CRM systems. During client meetings, it identifies key phrases (pain points, product mentions, etc.) to help advisors spot new upselling and cross-selling opportunities.

Araris Biotech

Seed Round in 2020
Araris Biotech AG is a biotechnology start-up based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) linker technology aimed at enhancing chemotherapy by delivering drugs directly to targeted antibodies. This innovative approach allows for the creation of next-generation ADCs that are both safe and effective for treating various diseases, including cancer. Araris' platform enables the production of high-quality ADCs without the need for extensive engineering of antibodies or cell lines, allowing for rapid development and manufacturing processes. The technology is supported by two patents and focuses on site-specific conjugation, enabling the use of readily available antibodies. This streamlined production method facilitates quick quality control and analysis, enhancing the overall efficiency and reliability of ADC development.

Araris Biotech

Seed Round in 2019
Araris Biotech AG is a biotechnology start-up based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) linker technology aimed at enhancing chemotherapy by delivering drugs directly to targeted antibodies. This innovative approach allows for the creation of next-generation ADCs that are both safe and effective for treating various diseases, including cancer. Araris' platform enables the production of high-quality ADCs without the need for extensive engineering of antibodies or cell lines, allowing for rapid development and manufacturing processes. The technology is supported by two patents and focuses on site-specific conjugation, enabling the use of readily available antibodies. This streamlined production method facilitates quick quality control and analysis, enhancing the overall efficiency and reliability of ADC development.

Advanon

Series A in 2017
Advanon AG is an online financial services platform based in Zurich, Switzerland, focused on connecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with investors. Established in 2015, the platform specializes in invoice financing, allowing SMEs to pre-finance their outstanding invoices. This service enables businesses to access liquidity more quickly, avoiding the lengthy wait times of 30 to 120 days for customer payments. Advanon operates as an authorized financial intermediary under Swiss regulations, ensuring compliance with the Anti Money Laundering Act. By facilitating flexible financing options with transparent pricing, Advanon aims to support the growth and cash flow stability of SMEs.

Sonic Emotion

Funding Round in 2013
Sonic Emotion AG is a Swiss company specializing in innovative audio solutions that deliver immersive 3D sound experiences. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Zurich, with research facilities in France and sales offices across Asia, Sonic Emotion offers advanced audio technologies suitable for various environments, including 3D cinemas, events, museums, and theme parks. The company's flagship product, Absolute 3D sound technology, enables natural sound reproduction using a compact system that can operate with minimal channels, making it versatile for different applications. Additionally, Sonic Emotion provides audio simulation and OEM licensing solutions, as well as Headquake, a sound enhancement application for Apple devices. The company's focus on creating engaging audio experiences positions it as a leader in the field of sound technology.

Visonys

Venture Round in 2006
Visonys develops information security software for financial institutions, e-commerce, industrial companies, and authorities. It offers visonysAirlock, which provides differing authorization to clients, partners, and employees for relevant applications. The company's products are used in Web applications that process confidential information or manage business transactions and processes. The company was founded in 2002 as Seclutions AG and changed its name to Visonys AG in February, 2006. The company is based in Zurich, Switzerland.
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