Rockstart is a startup accelerator and venture capital firm founded in 2011, headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with additional offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Bogotá, Colombia. It specializes in incubating early-stage companies and investing in funding rounds up to Series B across four key sectors: energy, health, agrifood, and emerging technologies. Rockstart connects startups with investors, mentors, and partners, facilitating access to capital, market opportunities, and expertise. The firm has implemented tailored programs that foster collaboration between startups and corporates, enhancing co-creation and commercial partnerships. Since its inception, Rockstart has invested in over 230 startups, helping them raise more than €90 million and create over 700 jobs. Additionally, Rockstart manages a specific fund targeting emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing, with a focus on impact investments in health and emerging markets.

Startupbootcamp is a global network of industry-focused startup accelerators founded in 2010, headquartered in London with additional locations in cities such as Amsterdam, Berlin, and Miami. The organization specializes in providing mentorship and investment to early-stage startups across various sectors, including digital health, fintech, smart transportation, food technology, and more. Each accelerator program lasts three months and offers startups funding, office space, and access to a network of over 400 investors and industry experts. By focusing on specific industries, Startupbootcamp connects startups with relevant partners and resources to facilitate growth and innovation. The organization has launched more than 20 programs worldwide, enabling selected startups to refine their business models and secure funding opportunities while benefiting from tailored support and guidance throughout the acceleration process.

FJ Labs is a U.S.-based investment firm established in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm operates with a stage-agnostic approach, primarily targeting marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. FJ Labs focuses its investments on seed and Series A rounds, with a financial commitment ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000. The firm has invested in a variety of notable companies, including Alibaba Group, beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, and ADORE ME.

Stichting Doen is a Dutch foundation dedicated to supporting initiatives that foster cultural cohesion and promote a green and inclusive economy. Its primary focus is on sustainable, cultural, and social innovation. As the impact investment arm of the foundation, DOEN Participaties invests in innovative, early-stage companies that aim to create significant environmental and social impact. Through its efforts, Stichting Doen seeks to empower projects that contribute to a more sustainable and equitable society.

INKEF Capital is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, founded in 2010, that specializes in early-stage investments across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, life sciences, and biotechnology. The firm focuses on backing promising start-ups and growth-stage companies, primarily in Europe, with particular attention to the Netherlands. INKEF typically invests between €1 million and €40 million, often participating in multiple funding rounds as companies reach significant milestones. The firm emphasizes a patient, long-term investment approach, generally maintaining a horizon of seven to ten years. Additionally, INKEF provides advisory services to its portfolio companies, helping them develop their ideas into successful international ventures.

Rabobank is a banking and financial services company headquartered in the Netherlands, with a strong focus on food, beverage, and agribusiness sectors. Established in 1972, it operates in 46 countries, offering a range of specialized products and services backed by its cooperative principles. The bank provides personal banking services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, credit cards, and wealth management. It also caters to businesses with services such as specialized business accounts, equipment leasing, treasury services, and agricultural lending. Rabobank is known for its knowledge-driven approach, supported by a network of industry specialists and researchers. The organization emphasizes sustainability in its financing and banking solutions, reflecting its commitment to responsible banking practices.

Peak Capital is an early-stage venture capital fund based in Amsterdam, specializing in investments across Europe, particularly in the Benelux, DACH, and Nordic regions. With a fully financed fund of 66 million euros, Peak Capital is managed by experienced entrepreneurs who focus on scaling marketplace, platform, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies from Seed to Series A and beyond. The firm emphasizes transparency and effective communication while maintaining a diverse portfolio of over 28 companies, which includes notable exits such as IENS to Tripadvisor, Radionomy to Vivendi, and United Wardrobe to Vinted. Since its founding in 2013, Peak Capital has built a reputation for its hands-on approach and commitment to fostering strong relationships with founders.

Volta Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2014, based in Ghent, Belgium, with additional offices in Amsterdam. The firm specializes in providing seed and early-stage venture capital to internet and software companies within the Benelux region, which includes Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. Volta Ventures focuses primarily on enterprise software startups and aims to create a significant impact on its portfolio companies by collaborating closely with founders and management teams. This collaboration includes identifying new markets and customers, recruiting senior talent, offering ongoing guidance, and facilitating future financing rounds. With support from a network of around 30 business angels, Volta Ventures is committed to fostering the growth and success of the companies it invests in.

Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm founded in Singapore in 2017, focused on investing in technology companies with significant growth potential. With a presence across six continents and major entrepreneurial hubs such as London, New York, Singapore, and Sydney, Antler has supported the establishment of over 200 startups, 40% of which have at least one female co-founder. The firm identifies exceptional individuals and early-stage businesses, providing comprehensive support from team formation and business model validation to capital investment. Antler invests primarily at the pre-seed stage and continues to engage with its portfolio companies through subsequent funding rounds, including Series C. The firm operates several funds, including those targeting specific regions like East Africa, while maintaining a commitment to fostering diverse founding teams representing 70 nationalities. Through its global platform, Antler aims to help founders build impactful startups that can define the future of technology.

Rubio Impact Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, established in 2015. The firm specializes in mid to late-stage investments, focusing on growth capital for companies in the nutrition, fitness, and healthcare sectors. It targets investments that benefit vulnerable populations, including youth and the elderly, while also emphasizing education, employment opportunities, and environmentally sustainable practices. Rubio Impact Ventures avoids investing in start-ups, infrastructure, real estate, incubators, consulting firms, and government-backed entities. The firm typically makes equity investments ranging from €0.5 million to €8 million, concentrating on companies located in the Netherlands.

Newion Investments B.V. is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, established in December 2000. It specializes in early-stage investments primarily in business-to-business software companies across North and West Europe, with a focus on the Benelux region. Newion avoids sectors such as retail, life sciences, and real estate, and does not invest in business-to-consumer companies. Its investment strategy includes direct equity stakes ranging from €0.25 million to €2.5 million, with a preference for minority stakes, although it may consider majority positions as well. The firm also invests in niche areas such as information and communication technology, cloud computing, and business intelligence. Newion supports its portfolio companies by providing non-Executive Board Members and interim Chief Financial Officers, and typically seeks to exit investments within five to seven years.

Value Creation Capital B.V. is a private equity firm based in Bilthoven, Netherlands, established in 2005. The firm specializes in investing in growth companies, management buyouts, and management buy-ins, exclusively within the information technology and high-tech sectors. It focuses on areas such as software (including SaaS), managed services, web services, cybersecurity software, nanotechnology, data analytics, and the Internet of Things. Value Creation Capital typically invests between $200,000 and $2 million, primarily in the Benelux region, and does not engage in seed or startup investments. In addition to capital investment, the firm offers support in development and operations, finance and planning, and management governance, and is open to co-investment opportunities.

Innovation Industries is a Netherlands-based venture capital firm established in 2017, specializing in early-stage investments in high-tech, med-tech, and agri-food tech companies. The firm adopts a hands-on management approach, offering entrepreneurs not only financial support but also valuable expertise, industry knowledge, and connections to enhance their ventures. By actively assisting portfolio companies, Innovation Industries aims to strengthen their value propositions, accelerate their time-to-market, and facilitate strategic partnerships while helping them navigate common start-up challenges. Although the firm primarily focuses on start-ups, it also invests in scale-ups, ensuring a broad spectrum of funding capabilities. This approach allows Innovation Industries to sustain emerging breakthroughs in research and technology with sufficient venture capital, ultimately optimizing the companies' chances of success and delivering returns to its investors as these businesses grow and develop.

henQ is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 2004. The firm specializes in investing in European B2B software startups at the pre-seed, seed, and series A stages. Over the past 15 years, henQ has built a strong portfolio, having invested in notable companies such as Mendix, SEOshop, Mews, and ZIVVER. The firm aims to elevate local startups to an international level, focusing on fostering growth in the European technology landscape.

ABN AMRO Bank N.V. is a prominent financial institution based in the Netherlands, offering a comprehensive range of banking products and services to retail, private, and commercial clients both domestically and internationally. Founded in 1991, the bank ranks among the three largest in the Netherlands and is involved in various specialized activities, including Private Banking, Energy, Commodities & Transportation, and Clearing. ABN AMRO Ventures, the bank's venture capital arm, focuses on investments in startup and growth capital, particularly in companies that enhance smart payment methods and digital banking solutions. The bank emphasizes integrity, transparency, and accountability in its operations, ensuring effective risk management and compliance with regulations. It operates under a two-tier governance model consisting of a Supervisory Board and a Managing Board, which share memberships across ABN AMRO Group and ABN AMRO Bank.

Venturerock is a digital venture capital platform and venture builder established in 2018, with its headquarters in Amsterdam and additional offices in Singapore, Manhattan Beach, and Abu Dhabi. The firm focuses on supporting innovative founders who aim to transform systems through technology. Venturerock invests in various sectors, including financial technology, clean technology, urban agriculture, deep technology, mobility, smart energy, software-as-a-service, and well-being, among others. By fostering a community of entrepreneurs and investors, Venturerock seeks to create infrastructures that will shape the economy of the future.

Target Global is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Berlin, specializing in early-stage and growth investments across various sectors. With over €800 million in assets under management, the firm focuses on the digital consumer sector, particularly in disruptive technologies, fintech, e-commerce, and cyber security. Target Global typically invests between $1 million and $30 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from $5 million to $500 million, emphasizing businesses where a significant portion of revenue is generated from the B2C segment. The firm has a strong global presence, targeting opportunities in European Developed Markets, as well as in Israel, Russia, and the United States. Founded in 2012, Target Global has built a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies such as Auto1, Delivery Hero, and WeFox, and is supported by a team of over 50 professionals with extensive operational and investment expertise.

InnovationQuarter is the regional development agency for the Dutch province of South Holland. InnovationQuarter funds innovative and fast growing companies, assists foreign companies to settle in South Holland and organizes cooperation between innovative entrepreneurs, knowledge institutes and government. InnovationQuarter Capital provides all types of financing including equity investments, subordinated and convertible loans for seed, early stage and growth companies.

Tablomonto B.V., established in 2015 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in start-ups and growth capital, specifically targeting Series A and B rounds. The firm invests between €0.1 million and €1.5 million, emphasizing a collaborative approach with founders. Tablomonto seeks remarkable and diverse founding teams, offering not only financial support but also access to expertise in technology, human resources, and branding. The firm has significant knowledge and networks in sectors such as FinTech, InsurTech, Healthcare, FMCG, Retail, and eCommerce. Additionally, Tablomonto is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, actively seeking to engage with female founders and diverse management teams.

NOM Finance, the private equity and venture capital branch of NV NOM Investerings- En Ontwikkelingsmaatschappij voor Noord-Nederland, focuses on fostering the growth of businesses in Northern Netherlands, particularly in the provinces of Groningen, Friesland, and Drenthe. The firm specializes in investments across various sectors including agro and food, information technology, life sciences, cleantech, healthcare, and high-tech industries, while intentionally avoiding primary agriculture, retail, and regional services. NOM Finance provides funding for seed and startup ventures, expansion, restructuring, and management buy-outs, typically investing between €0.5 million and €2.5 million in equity and mezzanine financing, as well as offering deferred loans ranging from €0.05 million to €1.5 million. The firm usually seeks minority stakes in its portfolio companies and aims for exits within five to seven years. Established in 1974 and headquartered in Groningen, NOM Finance plays a vital role in supporting entrepreneurs throughout the various stages of their businesses.

Prime Ventures is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 1999, primarily focused on early-stage investments in technology and related sectors across Europe. The firm specializes in providing growth capital for companies at the seed stage to pre-IPO phase, with a particular emphasis on Series A and B funding rounds, as well as expansion stages. Its investment strategy targets the information and communication technology sector, including software, semiconductor, digital media, e-commerce, and clean technology. Based in Amsterdam, with additional offices in the United Kingdom and Noord-Brabant, Prime Ventures manages over €700 million in committed capital and prefers to invest €5 million to €15 million initially, with the potential for additional funding in subsequent rounds. The firm typically takes minority stakes and aims to hold board positions in its portfolio companies, leveraging its capital, experience, and network to guide them towards becoming global leaders. Prime Ventures focuses its investments primarily in the Benelux countries, the United Kingdom, France, Finland, Sweden, and other Nordic regions.

Speedinvest GmbH is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in early-stage investments in technology-related startups across Europe. The firm focuses on sectors such as deep tech, fintech, health, industrial tech, consumer marketplaces, software as a service, and climate tech. Speedinvest typically invests between €0.25 million and €3 million in pre-seed to Series A stages, aiming to take minority stakes of up to 20% in its portfolio companies. The firm emphasizes operational support, often taking on active roles within the companies it invests in for periods ranging from six months to a year. With additional offices in cities including San Francisco, Berlin, Paris, London, and Munich, Speedinvest seeks to leverage a global network to enhance its contributions to Europe’s startup ecosystem.

Slingshot Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that focuses on investing in fast-growing technology and e-commerce companies, particularly those operating in B2C and B2B2C markets. The firm primarily targets investments in the Netherlands and the broader European region, seeking to back ambitious entrepreneurs with a strong vision. Slingshot Ventures typically invests in companies with revenues exceeding €0.05 million, with initial investment amounts ranging from €0.5 million to €10 million, and the potential for follow-on investments within the same range. The firm manages a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies such as VanMoof and Boldking, emphasizing its commitment to helping startups and scale-ups accelerate their growth through strategic support and access to an extensive network.

Horizon Ventures is a Hong Kong-based venture capital firm established in 2002, specializing in technology-focused investments across various sectors. With a global presence, the firm targets seed, early-stage, and late-stage opportunities, particularly in artificial intelligence, machine learning, fintech, healthcare technology, and software as a service (SaaS). Horizon Ventures is known for its disruptive investment strategy, having achieved notable exits in successful companies such as Skype, Siri, Facebook, Summly, and Waze. Through its strategic investments, the firm aims to support innovative startups that have the potential to reshape their respective industries.

EQT Ventures is a European venture capital fund that has raised over €1.2 billion in total capital. Established in May 2016 with the launch of EQT Ventures I, which secured €566 million in commitments, the fund aims to provide the kind of support that the team wished they had during their own entrepreneurial experiences. The fund recognizes that successful company building requires more than just financial investment; therefore, it offers extensive support and guidance to founders at various growth stages. EQT Ventures does not target specific markets or industries, but instead seeks out ambitious founders with the determination to create global success stories. In November 2019, EQT Ventures II was launched with commitments of €660 million. The team operates from six offices located in major cities, employing a "locals with locals" strategy to enhance support for founders. Additionally, the in-house AI platform, Motherbrain, enables a data-driven investment approach and has facilitated over $100 million in investments across portfolio companies.

Global Founders Capital (GFC) is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The firm is stage agnostic, meaning it invests in companies at various stages of development, from early-stage ventures to those preparing for an initial public offering. GFC focuses on empowering talented entrepreneurs and seeks investment opportunities in sectors such as internet, retail, financial software, media, communication, and information technology. With a global perspective, GFC aims to support innovative companies across all continents.

Curie Capital is a life science focused venture capital firm founded in 2018. It is a new and dynamic investment fund with a personal touch. Curie Capital is based in Amsterdam and invests in early stage companies with talented teams and exciting science and technology. The founding partners Mariette van der Velden and Han de Groot both have extensive experience in investing, entrepreneurship and managing companies across the full life cycle from startup to (public) exit. The partners leverage their complementary skills and network for the success of their portfolio companies.

Techstars Central LLC, founded in 2006 and based in Boulder, Colorado, operates as a startup accelerator and venture capital firm focused on supporting early-stage technology-oriented companies. It specializes in a mentorship-driven accelerator program, selecting ten startups each summer to participate in a three-month incubation period, offering funding of $120,000 in exchange for equity. Techstars invests primarily in sectors such as fintech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented reality, and IoT, while avoiding investments in medical devices, healthcare technology, and local service-oriented businesses. In addition to its primary accelerator, Techstars has various specialized programs, including those focused on music, retail, mobility, and social impact, with global reach extending to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm prefers taking minority stakes, typically between six and ten percent, without seeking board representation or investor rights. Techstars has built a robust network of entrepreneurs, mentors, and corporate partners to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio, which includes over 1,000 companies with a significant collective market capitalization.

CapitalT is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that focuses on seed, startup, and early-stage investments primarily in software technology companies. The firm targets businesses that leverage artificial intelligence or possess significant data components, emphasizing those with international potential and strong management teams. CapitalT actively seeks investment opportunities in sectors such as digital health, EdTech, and business-to-business software as a service (SaaS). The firm's investment range typically falls between €0.25 million and €3 million, and it concentrates its efforts on companies located in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Germany.

Picus Capital is an early-stage technology investment firm with a long-term investment philosophy. We work together with daring technology companies to build successful, global companies challenging the status quo and shaping tomorrow. We want to become the closest partner of our portfolio companies by working together on key strategic decisions and operative challenges. As a privately financed venture capital investor with long-term and flexible capital we are looking for exceptional founders who are committed to building category leaders throughout the next 5-10+ years. We invest in early-stage technology ventures with a focus on Real Estate, Finance & Insurance, Human Resources, Renewable Energy, Mobility, and Health. Picus makes initial investments in pre-seed, seed and series A ventures thereby starting to work together with entrepreneurs in various stages of their companies ranging from ideation phase to initial traction. We follow a very long-term investment approach investing significant amounts throughout the lifecycle of the companies. We have invested in over 50 companies to date. At Picus we work in a culture combining the discipline of a financial investor with the creativity and pragmatism of an entrepreneur. We follow a comprehensive and well-structured investment approach in order to identify the most attractive and ambitious investment opportunities in our target industries and geographies. Within our core investment team every member has a distinctive industry competence and a functional or geographic focus. We are working closely together with our portfolio companies to develop large and successful market leaders. This comprises in particular leveraging our marketing & sales expertise and our global market perspective to provide strategic advice, providing HR management to grant access to top talent, connecting our portfolio companies with our broad B2B & investor network as well as supporting the fundraising process.

Momentum Capital is an entrepreneurial investment company investing outside the stock market by using the stockholders’ equity. The company invests and builds companies that contribute to innovative solutions to those problems. They have majority interests in companies in four focus in the sectors: energy, lighting, leisure, and urban. By doing so, the company contributes to solutions to major problems relating to energy consumption, housing, and leisure. In 2005, by Martijn van Rheenen started the firm in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland.

Vortex Capital Partners, established in 2012 and based in Amsterdam, focuses on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Benelux region that leverage technology for growth. The firm specializes in various sectors, including software, business services, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. Vortex employs a flexible investment strategy, providing growth equity and capital for management buy-outs. The associated Vortex I fund, managed by Vortex Partners in Addison, Texas, targeted investments in software, retail, manufacturing, and regulatory technology. It primarily sought companies with revenues ranging from EUR 4 million to EUR 40 million and EBITDA of EUR 5 million, making investments between EUR 2 million and EUR 15 million. The firm aims to create value by collaborating with management teams to achieve sustainable growth.

Insight Partners is a global private equity and venture capital firm established in 1995, specializing in growth-stage investments in the software, internet, and data services sectors. Headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Palo Alto, the firm manages over $75 billion in assets and has invested in more than 750 companies worldwide. Insight Partners focuses on partnering with high-growth technology and software companies that are driving significant change in their industries. The firm aims to support visionary executives by providing practical, hands-on expertise throughout their growth journey, from initial investment to public offering. With a strong commitment to fostering a culture of growth and opportunity, Insight Partners has seen over 55 portfolio companies achieve IPO status.

Airbridge Equity Partners, established in 2017 and based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is a venture capital investment firm that specializes in scalable, technology-driven companies within the digital landscape. The firm focuses on a range of investment stages, including seed, early, later, and growth stages, primarily targeting businesses in the B2B, B2C, SaaS, and technology sectors across Europe. Airbridge Equity Partners provides capital in the form of equity and venture debt, allowing for flexible investment across a company's lifecycle. In addition to financial support, the firm emphasizes pairing experienced entrepreneurs with founding teams and offers hands-on assistance to foster growth and innovation in its portfolio companies.

Accel is a venture capital firm founded in 1983 and based in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in early and growth-stage investments, focusing on technology sectors such as software, big data, cloud technologies, fintech, healthcare, and digital media. Accel is known for backing innovative entrepreneurs and has a history of investing in notable companies including Facebook, Dropbox, and Spotify. With over three decades of experience, Accel employs dedicated teams that utilize market-specific strategies to identify and support the next generation of industry leaders. The firm manages approximately $9.6 billion and carries out investments typically ranging from $5 million to $15 million, aiming to foster the development of world-class, category-defining businesses globally.

ACT Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, established in 2015. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage deep-tech startups, with a particular emphasis on companies involved in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and big data analytics. ACT's portfolio consists of 16 startups, reflecting its commitment to accelerating the commercialization of technology. The investment team comprises four seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds in investment management, entrepreneurship, engineering, and research and development funding.

King River Capital Pty. Ltd. is a venture capital firm founded in 2019 and headquartered in Surry Hills, Australia, with an additional office in San Francisco, California. It specializes in early to late-stage investments, focusing on Series A through Series C funding rounds. The firm primarily targets high-growth technology and software companies, particularly those leveraging AI to address significant challenges. King River Capital aims to invest in 15 to 20 companies, committing an average of A$10 million over a three to four-year period. The firm seeks to foster a diverse ecosystem of entrepreneurs and partners, contributing to the development of innovative companies in both Australia and the United States.

HPE Growth Capital is a private equity firm based in Amsterdam, with additional offices in Düsseldorf and San Francisco, specializing in growth capital investments in technology sectors across Northern Western Europe, particularly in Germany and the Benelux region. Established in 2008, the firm manages assets exceeding €500 million and seeks to invest in companies with revenues typically between €10 million and €20 million, although it focuses on those exceeding €20 million. HPE Growth aims to deploy €10 million to €40 million per transaction, acquiring significant minority stakes between 20% and 49%. The firm targets high-growth software and internet-enabled businesses that have demonstrated stability and market potential, facilitating their expansion through equity investment and active support. Its investment strategy encompasses various technology domains, including software, fintech, healthcare technology, and advanced materials. The team at HPE Growth brings diverse expertise from prominent firms and industries, providing a robust network to support portfolio companies in achieving market leadership.

No Such Ventures is a venture capital fund that specializes in equity investments ranging from €2 million to €8 million in for-profit companies. The firm focuses on businesses that possess a proven team or product and are prepared for scaling. Backed by a skilled group of angel investors, No Such Ventures aims to align its investment strategy with the interests of its network, facilitating value creation for the companies it supports. This approach allows No Such Ventures to provide fast and flexible funding solutions tailored to the needs of emerging enterprises.

Pride Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, established in 2014. The firm specializes in providing mezzanine loans, which are subordinated loans used to finance growth, acquisitions, and management buy-outs. Pride Capital Partners primarily targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the information and communication technology (ICT) sectors in the Netherlands and Germany. Additionally, the firm seeks investment opportunities in companies across the Benelux, Nordics, and DACH regions, focusing on the software and information technology industries.

Index Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 1996, with offices in London, San Francisco, and Geneva. The firm specializes in investing in high technology and life sciences, focusing on early-stage companies across various sectors including artificial intelligence, machine learning, fintech, healthcare, and entertainment. Index Ventures partners with innovative entrepreneurs who aim to transform their industries and has supported the growth of notable companies such as Adyen, Deliveroo, Dropbox, Farfetch, King, Slack, and Supercell. The firm's investment strategy typically involves allocating between $2 million to $20 million to promising ventures, primarily in Europe and the United States.

Plug and Play, founded in 2006 and based in Sunnyvale, California, operates as a business accelerator and venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage and seed investments in technology startups. The firm runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs annually, connecting startups with corporate partners and investors to foster collaboration and growth. Plug and Play's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including fintech, health and wellness, travel, cybersecurity, and sustainability, allowing it to support diverse startups from any country. The firm provides various resources, including funding, mentorship, office space, and networking opportunities, and has a global presence with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Plug and Play has a strong track record, having helped numerous startups secure over $9 billion in funding since its inception. Its programs aim to refine business models and facilitate introductions to potential investors, ultimately contributing to the growth of the startup ecosystem.

WISE BCI Investments is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 2016. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in start-ups and companies undergoing restructuring or seeking growth capital. Its investment strategy targets sectors such as communication, mediation, matchmaking, marketing communications, the sharing economy, and social change, with a preference for companies operating under Dutch law. WISE BCI Investments typically invests in businesses with annual sales between €1 million and €5 million. The firm aims to foster collaboration with its partners and ventures to build successful enterprises.

Finch Capital is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with additional offices in London and Jakarta. Founded in 2013, it specializes in seed, startup, and early-stage investments, primarily focusing on sectors such as fintech, deeptech, insurtech, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. The firm targets a range of verticals including marketplaces, online distribution models, and software solutions. Finch Capital typically invests between $0.5 million and $11.98 million in companies with revenues ranging from $2.74 million to $6.86 million, emphasizing businesses located in Europe and Southeast Asia, particularly in the Benelux, DACH, and Nordic regions. The firm often takes board positions in its portfolio companies, aiming to support their growth and development. Finch Capital manages multiple funds, including those focused on the information technology and healthcare sectors, and seeks to create impactful investments that drive innovation and transformation in various industries.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a member of The World Bank Group that focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries through private sector investment. It provides a range of financial services, including loans, equity investments, quasi-equity products, and advisory services aimed at supporting startups and various stages of company development. IFC invests in sectors such as agribusiness, financial services, health, education, infrastructure, global manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, and tourism, with a particular emphasis on projects that promote food security, digital finance, and affordable healthcare. The organization targets investments ranging from $1 million to $100 million, often seeking minority stakes but may also take a majority position in its portfolio companies. IFC aims to create jobs, generate tax revenues, and enhance corporate governance in emerging markets, thus contributing positively to local communities. Established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., IFC operates globally with offices across various regions, focusing its efforts on financing projects that align with its mission of improving lives in developing countries.

New Enterprise Associates, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1977 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in India and China. The firm specializes in investments across various stages of company development, including seed, start-up, early stage, and later stage, with a focus on sectors such as information technology, healthcare, and energy technology. NEA's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of industries, including consumer internet, software, biotechnology, medical devices, and alternative energy. With over $19 billion in cumulative committed capital, the firm has a notable track record, having participated in more than 210 portfolio company IPOs and over 360 acquisitions. NEA aims to invest between $0.05 million and $20 million, targeting both domestic and international markets, particularly in Asia and the Americas.

Ebury is a financial services company that specializes in supporting small and medium-sized businesses in their international trading activities. By offering integrated financial services and technology, Ebury enables its clients to make and receive payments in over 100 currencies, access competitive exchange rates, and manage currency risk effectively. The company also provides liquidity solutions and transaction financing while offering white-label products through brokers and accountants. Ebury serves a diverse client base of more than 3,000 mid-sized businesses and operates offices in London, Madrid, and Amsterdam with a workforce of over 170 employees. Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Ebury focuses on facilitating cross-border payments and fostering global trade for its clients.

Keen Venture Partners LLP is a venture capital firm founded in 2014, based in London, with an additional office in Amsterdam. The firm specializes in early growth capital investments, primarily targeting Series A and Series B rounds in the technology sector. Keen Venture Partners focuses on fast-growing scale-ups in areas such as fintech, information technology, Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and robotics. The firm avoids investments in online retail, digital media, gambling, and life sciences. It typically invests between €5 million and €10 million in companies that have generated revenue of €1 million to €50 million. Keen Venture Partners primarily concentrates its investment activities in North America and Europe, particularly in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Sweden, and Germany.

GE Equity, a division of General Electric, focuses on maximizing returns on the company's investment capital through strategic equity investments. Established with a blend of extensive equity investing experience and the operational expertise of GE, the division primarily seeks minority ownership stakes in established companies that exhibit high growth potential. GE Equity emphasizes various investment strategies, including growth capital, buy-out co-investments, secondary direct purchases, recapitalizations, and limited partner investments. The division leverages GE's global reach and industry knowledge to identify and capitalize on promising investment opportunities across diverse sectors.

Collider is an accelerator based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializing in marketing technology, advertising technology, and sales technology. Founded in 2012, it focuses on supporting B2B and B2B2C startups that are developing innovative platforms and services to enhance brand engagement and consumer understanding. Collider's primary offering is a 13-week structured program aimed at later-stage startups, providing capital investment and mentorship to help them achieve sustainable growth. Typically, the firm invests around £0.1 million for a 5-8% equity stake in companies that are under two years old. Additionally, Collider offers a year-long program featuring coaching sessions, workshops, and introductions to brands and investors, for which startups are charged a fee. The accelerator aims to connect promising startups with corporate partners and investors, ultimately driving advancements in marketing and commerce technologies.