Investors in Copenhagen

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Seed Capital

Seed Capital invests in Danish tech businesses with global ambitions. We are focused on "late seed"-stage companies, typically investing 1-3 MEUR in rounds of 1-6 MEUR. Proud backers of Trustpilot, Vivino, Lunar, Templafy, Dixa, Forecast, and many other great companies.
Made 123 investments in Copenhagen

PSV

PreSeed Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2000 and located in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark. It specializes in investing in early-stage companies, particularly in the life science, information technology, advanced manufacturing, and clean technology sectors within Denmark and Sweden. The firm operates at the pre-seed stage, providing essential support to founders as they transform their startup visions into successful businesses. With a strong foundation in the technological research environment at Denmark's Technical University, PreSeed Ventures leverages its extensive experience in nurturing promising startups while minimizing risks associated with early investments. In 2020, the firm launched its first commercial venture fund, continuing its mission of fostering innovation and growth among emerging companies.
Made 74 investments in Copenhagen

Novo Holdings

Novo Holdings, established in 1999, is the holding company of the Novo Group, primarily managing the investment assets of the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Based in Copenhagen, with additional offices in San Francisco and Boston, Novo Holdings focuses on two main investment categories: Life Science Investments, which encompasses funding life science companies at various stages of development, and Financial Investments, which entails managing a diversified portfolio of equity and fixed income securities. As a prominent life science investor, Novo Holdings aims to create long-term value while ensuring that the Foundation can distribute returns for scientific, social, and humanitarian purposes to enhance public health and welfare. The company has also developed initiatives such as Novo Seeds, which supports early-stage applied research in life sciences, and invests in later-stage life science companies through growth equity. Novo Holdings maintains a strategic influence over affiliated companies, aligning their operations with the values and objectives of the Novo Group.
Made 29 investments in Copenhagen

BioInnovation Institute

BioInnovation Institute is an incubator and venture capital firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, founded in November 2018. It specializes in supporting early-stage startups within the life sciences sector, focusing on areas such as medical technology, pharmaceuticals, health tech, therapeutics, bio-industrials, and biotechnology. The firm aims to foster innovation by providing financial backing, typically investing up to €1.3 million per startup and €2.4 million per project. BioInnovation Institute offers valuable resources and support to entrepreneurs and researchers, facilitating the development of transformative solutions in the life sciences.
Made 4 investments in Copenhagen

Innovation Fund Denmark

Innovation Fund Denmark invests in the development of new knowledge and technology creating growth and employment in Denmark. The Fund focuses on societal challenges, strengthens research, and increases innovation commitment within private companies. The Fund provides risk capital that enables cutting-edge initiatives to achieve results substantially impacting the Danish society. Innovation Fund Denmark is also responsible for the future societal partnerships, where companies, universities, and public authorities will work together on challenges facing the society today.
Made 31 investments in Copenhagen

Rockstart

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.
Made 13 investments in Copenhagen

Sunstone Capital

Sunstone Capital, now known as Heartcore Capital, is a venture capital firm established in 2007 that focuses on early-stage investments in consumer technology startups. The firm specializes in seed, series A, and growth investments, targeting both B2C and B2B2C companies. Its investment areas include direct-to-consumer brands, food, digital health, travel, finance, marketplaces, and consumer subscriptions. Heartcore Capital operates from offices in Copenhagen, Berlin, and Paris, actively investing across Europe, particularly in the United Kingdom, and occasionally in the United States. With over $500 million raised across four fund generations, the firm has supported more than 70 founding teams, emphasizing a collaborative approach that nurtures both business growth and personal development for entrepreneurs.
Made 39 investments in Copenhagen

byFounders

byFounders VC Management ApS is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage startups, particularly in the technology sector with an emphasis on Artificial Intelligence. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with an additional office in San Francisco, California, the firm primarily targets investment opportunities in the Nordics, Baltics, and Silicon Valley. byFounders aims to support ambitious founders by providing not only financial backing but also expertise and mentorship, leveraging the experience of its accomplished entrepreneurial team. The firm invests at various stages, including pre-seed, seed, and occasionally Series A, and it also engages in follow-on investments within its portfolio.
Made 19 investments in Copenhagen

Vækstfonden

Vækstfonden is a venture capital firm specializing in direct and fund of funds investments. The firm makes direct investments in seed, growth start ups, early, mid, and late venture, and growth capital. The firm also invests in venture funds that invest in un-listed companies. Vækstfonden invests in through five groups: Life Science Ventures, Growth capital, fund of funds, Technology ventures, and Need driven venture. Life Science Ventures specializes in seed and early stage investments in Life Science companies located in Denmark. The group invests in small and medium enterprises in biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, clean technology, medical technology, information technology, capital goods, industrial technology, software, materials, medical devices, diagnostics, nutraceuticals, telecommunications, electronic equipments, instruments and components, energy, alternative energy resources, water purification, commercial design services, household durables, entertainment services, and agro-biotechnology sectors. It seeks to make equity investments and take ownership stake of not more than 25%. Need-Driven Ventures invests in solutions to important business needs. Fund of Funds invests in venture funds focusing on small and medium enterprises. Technology venture specializes in investments in early stage technology companies. For its direct and fund of fund investments, it invests in firms and funds based in Denmark. The firm seeks to invest between DKK 5 million ($0.97 million) and DKK 25 million ($4.84 million) and secures up to 25% of the share capital in its portfolio companies. The firm can also work with private investors, co-invest and provide loans and guarantees in collaboration with private partners and Danish financial institutions. Vækstfonden was established in 1992 and is based in Hellerup, Denmark with additional offices at Vojens, Denmark and Jutland, Denmark.
Made 3 investments in Copenhagen

North-East Venture

North-East Venture is an international, multi-stage fund placed in Copenhagen, Denmark. The fund was launched December 1st 2013.
Made 13 investments in Copenhagen

Founders

Founders is a startup studio established in 2012 and based in Copenhagen, Denmark, dedicated to building innovative products and companies that enhance organizational effectiveness. By leveraging a diverse range of expertise in business and product development, Founders aims to create strong products that can evolve into successful businesses. The studio fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, encouraging all team members to act as entrepreneurs. Its mission focuses on developing technology-enabled companies that have the potential to significantly impact their respective industries, providing both funding and a comprehensive startup platform to support tech ventures.
Made 23 investments in Copenhagen

SEED Capital A/S

SEED Capital A/S is a private equity firm established in 2004, specializing in seed-stage financing for companies in the Nordic region, particularly Denmark. The firm manages an early-stage venture capital fund, SEED Capital Denmark III, launched in 2016, which focuses on investments in the information technology, telecommunications, media, and healthcare sectors. The fund typically invests between DKK 5 million and DKK 75 million in promising startups, supporting their growth and development within the dynamic Nordic market. Based in Copenhagen, SEED Capital A/S aims to foster innovation by providing capital and strategic guidance to emerging businesses.

Creandum

Creandum is a prominent European venture capital firm, established in 2003 and headquartered in Stockholm, with additional offices in California and Berlin. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth-stage investments, primarily targeting innovative technology companies within the consumer, software, and hardware sectors. Over the past decade, Creandum has invested in more than 80 companies, including notable names such as Spotify, iZettle, Small Giant Games, Kry, and Depop. Its focus extends across Western Europe and North America, emphasizing its commitment to fostering fast-growing enterprises in the technology landscape.
Made 23 investments in Copenhagen

Bumble Ventures

Bumble Ventures is a venture capital fund based in Copenhagen. We invest in early-stage tech startups at the pre-seed and seed stage in the Nordics. We are generalists and industry agnostic, but have a strong track record with enterprise SaaS, iGaming, eSports and direct-to-consumer. For the most promising startups, we provide capital and expertise to support their growth and help them reach the next funding rounds. We are sleeves-up, hand-on type of people - entrepreneurs at heart, not investment bankers.
Made 13 investments in Copenhagen

Seedcamp

Seedcamp is a London-based venture capital investment firm founded in 2007, focusing on early-stage investments in technology sectors, including fintech and healthcare. The firm identifies and invests in exceptional founders tackling significant global challenges through innovative solutions. Over its decade-long history, Seedcamp has invested in more than 260 startups, including notable companies like TransferWise, Revolut, and UiPath. With a strategy designed to fast-track founders' visions, Seedcamp provides access to essential capital, a supportive community, and a vast global network built on extensive experience in nurturing talent. The companies backed by Seedcamp have collectively raised over $1 billion in further funding, demonstrating the firm's impact on the startup ecosystem in Europe and beyond.
Made 15 investments in Copenhagen

Antler

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.
Made 4 investments in Copenhagen

Sunstone Capital

Sunstone Life Science Ventures, established in 2007 and based in Copenhagen, Denmark, is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in the life sciences sector. The firm primarily targets companies involved in specialty pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, oncology, and diagnostic equipment. Sunstone manages multiple funds that have invested across Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, aiming to support innovative ventures that develop novel pharmaceutical ingredients for therapeutic applications. By concentrating on the life sciences domain, Sunstone seeks to foster advancements that can significantly impact human health and medical treatments.
Made 13 investments in Copenhagen

SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.
Made 8 investments in Copenhagen

Capnova

Capnova is an investment and development company based in Denmark, with offices in Aarhus, Roskilde, Copenhagen, Viborg, and Kalundborg. Founded in 1998, the company focuses on transforming innovative ideas into successful businesses by providing capital, business expertise, and access to a strong network. Capnova has a diverse investment portfolio that includes sectors such as digital technologies, gaming, food technology, life sciences, industrial technologies, and cleantech. Through its comprehensive support, Capnova aims to foster growth and development within the Danish entrepreneurial landscape.
Made 12 investments in Copenhagen

Scale Capital

Scale Capital is a venture capital firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, with additional offices in New York and San Francisco. Established in 2012, it specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on Seed A and Series A rounds. The firm primarily targets startups in the Nordic region, although it occasionally invests outside this area. Scale Capital concentrates on technology ventures, particularly in enterprise software, artificial intelligence, analytics, B2B technology, digitization, and disruptive technologies. The firm typically invests between $500,000 and $1.5 million in its portfolio companies, aiming to support businesses with the potential to enter the US market.
Made 3 investments in Copenhagen

RA Capital

RA Capital Management, L.P. is a Boston-based venture capital firm focused on growth capital and early-stage investments in the healthcare and life sciences sectors. Established in 2001, the firm specializes in funding companies involved in drug development, medical devices, diagnostics, and biotechnology. It engages in a range of investment stages, from seed funding to later rounds and public offerings, often preferring to co-invest and take board positions. RA Capital targets companies that are innovating in areas such as prevention, cost-effective diagnostics, genetic testing, and personalized medicine. The firm is staffed by professionals with backgrounds in biology, chemistry, and medicine, providing them with a deep understanding of the scientific and regulatory landscape. This expertise allows RA Capital to identify promising technologies and offer strategic guidance, including potential partnerships and insights into public market demands.
Made 3 investments in Copenhagen

Balderton Capital

Balderton Capital is a London-based venture capital firm founded in 2000 that focuses on early-stage investments in European technology startups. The firm specializes in series A funding, investing primarily in sectors such as enterprise software, e-commerce, fintech, consumer services, and mobile computing. Balderton typically invests between $0.1 million and $50 million, with a preference for funding startups in the range of $3 million to $5 million. The firm seeks to take a minority stake of 20% to 40% in its portfolio companies and often prefers a board seat to provide guidance throughout the growth phases. While its primary focus is on companies in France, Spain, and Portugal, Balderton is open to opportunities beyond Europe. The firm has a history of supporting innovative companies from their initial stages through to maturity, leveraging a network of executives with extensive experience in building technology ventures.
Made 13 investments in Copenhagen

HealthCap

HealthCap is a venture capital firm founded in 1996 and based in Stockholm, Sweden, specializing in investments within the life sciences sector. With over €800 million in committed capital, it is one of the largest providers of venture capital in Europe focused on healthcare and biotechnology. The firm targets both early and late-stage investments, seeking transformative therapies and innovative technologies that address high unmet medical needs. HealthCap invests globally, primarily in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and related fields, and aims to act as a lead investor, often acquiring minority stakes and seeking board representation in its portfolio companies. Since its inception, HealthCap has managed multiple funds and has completed numerous investments, demonstrating its commitment to advancing medical practices and improving patient outcomes.
Made 2 investments in Copenhagen

Ysios Capital

Ysios Capital Partners, SGEIC, S.A.U. is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2008, based in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain, with additional offices in Europe and North America. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage investments, focusing on human healthcare innovations, life sciences, biotechnology, and digital health sectors, particularly in pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and medical devices. Ysios Capital aims to support the development of therapeutic and diagnostic products, investing between €1.22 million and €22.69 million in promising companies. The firm typically seeks to take a board seat in its portfolio companies and holds investments for four to six years, with exit strategies involving public offerings or mergers and acquisitions. With over €200 million in assets under management through its two funds, Ysios Capital emphasizes transforming scientific knowledge into successful businesses while targeting regions across North America and Europe.
Made 3 investments in Copenhagen

Headline

Headline is a venture capital firm that operates in seven cities globally, focusing on technology-related companies. Established in 1998 and originally known as e.ventures, Headline invests across various stages, from early to growth phases, with funds based in the United States, Europe, Asia, and Brazil. The firm is particularly active in identifying local trends and promising founders, enabling it to lead investment rounds effectively. Its San Francisco-based Growth Fund targets investments from Series B and beyond, collaborating with Early Stage Teams to enhance portfolio success. Notable companies in Headline's portfolio include Sonos, The RealReal, and Bumble, reflecting the firm's commitment to fostering innovation across diverse markets.
Made 8 investments in Copenhagen

Promentum Equity Partners

Promentum Equity Partners is a venture capital firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that focuses on growth-stage investments in technology companies, particularly within the telecom, internet, media, and entertainment sectors. The firm is dedicated to supporting ambitious entrepreneurs who possess a strong value proposition and significant market potential. Promentum Equity Partners aims to foster the development of outstanding technology businesses by backing innovative software startups that can make a lasting impact through their ideas and solutions.
Made 7 investments in Copenhagen

Atlantic Labs

Atlantic Labs is an early-stage venture capital investment firm located in Berlin, Germany. The firm focuses on supporting mission-driven founders from the earliest stages of their ventures, aiming to help them create industry-leading companies. Atlantic Labs is actively involved in a variety of sectors, including Digital Health, Future of Work, AI and Machine Learning, Mobility, Industrial Automation, Fintech, Proptech, and Community. Through its investments, the firm seeks to foster innovation and drive growth in these emerging fields.
Made 2 investments in Copenhagen

Northcap

NorthCap Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, established in 2007. The firm specializes in investing in technology companies across various stages of development, including seed, early stage, and growth capital. It primarily focuses on sectors such as cloud computing, communications, mobile technology, online services, and e-commerce. NorthCap typically invests in companies located in the Nordic region, particularly Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, Norway, and Finland, with investment amounts ranging from €1 million to €5 million. For early stage investments, it targets companies with revenues of €1 to €2 million, while for growth stage investments, it looks for established companies generating revenues between €10 million and €25 million. NorthCap aims to provide not only financial resources but also strategic support in areas like internationalization and sales processes, and it often seeks board representation in its portfolio companies.
Made 13 investments in Copenhagen

Giant Ventures

Giant Ventures Global is a multi-stage, thesis-driven firm seeking systemic change across four themes which include environment, cities, health and wellbeing, and financial inclusion. The firm backs purpose-driven technology founders solving the world’s biggest challenges. It focuses on creating a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient planet.
Made 3 investments in Copenhagen

Nordic Eye

Nordic Eye is a Danish venture capital firm with offices in Copenhagen and Los Angeles, specializing in early-growth investments in technology and lifestyle sectors. The firm focuses on carefully selected Nordic companies that exhibit potential for global scalability. Founded in 2017, Nordic Eye's initial fund has made investments across the United States and Europe, specifically targeting the transportation and software industries. The firm aims to add value to its portfolio companies while facilitating favorable exit opportunities within approximately five years.
Made 6 investments in Copenhagen

Crowberry Capital

Crowberry Capital invests at seed and early stage in outstanding teams building global businesses around true technology advantages. They work with their teams to build fast paced, international companies from the Nordics. They have a strong follow through philosophy. They back the best from seed to exit. The founding partners behind Crowberry Capital have worked together for over 7 years. The Crowberry team has managed over 51 technology start-ups, negotiated a total of 15 exits and made 17 seed investments. The Crowberry team has a Global outlook having lived and worked in a total of 8 countries on 4 continents.
Made 2 investments in Copenhagen

Polaris

Polaris Management A/S is a private equity firm founded in 1998 and based in Copenhagen, Denmark. It specializes in investments in mid-market niche companies across various sectors, including industrial services, environmental services, specialized consumer services, and education. The firm focuses on lower middle market investments, typically targeting companies with revenues between €25 million and €200 million and enterprise values from €30 million to €100 million. Polaris primarily invests in the Nordic region, particularly Denmark and Sweden, but is also open to opportunities in China and Brazil. The firm prefers acquiring majority stakes and often collaborates with management teams who co-invest. With a history of raising over one billion Euros across four funds, Polaris seeks to exit its investments within three to seven years, typically through initial public offerings or sales to strategic buyers.
Made 8 investments in Copenhagen

Maersk Growth

Growth is Maersk’s launchpad for new ventures. We build, partner with and invest in the future stars of trade. We connect startups and ideas with operational expertise and world-class infrastructure. We build when we can use our global platform and unique position in the market to create businesses that will shape the future of our industry. Our customers’ needs are our source to transform entire value chains. Our venture partnerships can lead to venture building or investments, where we offer the value of our brand, global presence and expertise together with funds. Through venture partnerships, we innovate, pivot and scale within our domain focus area. We invest in the technologies and startups that will shape the future of trade. As an investor, we provide more than funds. We use our global infrastructure and operational expertise to power exponential growth.
Made 3 investments in Copenhagen

Kinnevik

Kinnevik is an industry-focused investment company based in Sweden, founded in 1936 by the Stenbeck, Klingspor, and von Horn families. The company aims to build digital consumer businesses that enhance choice for consumers. Kinnevik partners with talented founders and management teams to create, invest in, and lead fast-growing enterprises in both developed and emerging markets. Committed to delivering both shareholder and social value, Kinnevik emphasizes the importance of well-governed companies that contribute positively to society.
Made 9 investments in Copenhagen

Axcel

Axcel Management A/S is a private equity firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, with an additional office in Stockholm, Sweden. Founded in 1994, Axcel specializes in investments in mid-market companies across various sectors, including Industrials, Technology, Consumer goods, and Healthcare, primarily focusing on the Nordic region. The firm invests in companies with annual revenues ranging from DKK 250 million to DKK 4 billion and an enterprise value between EUR 75 million and EUR 250 million. Axcel typically seeks to acquire a majority stake in its portfolio companies, takes a board seat, and aims to exit its investments within three to seven years. The firm has raised four funds, totaling around DKK 10 billion, and has completed 45 investments along with over 80 significant bolt-on acquisitions.
Made 2 investments in Copenhagen

Investcorp

Investcorp is an established investment firm that specializes in alternative investment products, including private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and venture capital. With a strong focus on growth dynamics from Gulf capital, the firm combines these with international management practices to achieve value creation and superior results. Investcorp has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, such as the purchase of 3i's debt management business, significantly increasing its assets under management. The firm operates globally, with divisions like Investcorp Credit Management, which focuses on senior secured corporate debt in Western Europe and the US. Additionally, Investcorp co-manages the Aberdeen Standard Investcorp Infrastructure Fund, which targets investments in sectors such as healthcare, education, and renewable energy within the Gulf region. The firm also manages several real estate debt funds, primarily investing in Asia, and has dedicated funds targeting business products and services in Europe.
Made 4 investments in Copenhagen

Acme

ACME Capital is a venture capital and private equity firm that invests in breakthrough technologies that fuel platform shifts and disruptive business models that capitalize on new platforms. Its purpose is to support those founders who choose to take their capital. The firm was founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Made 1 investments in Copenhagen

HV Capital

HV Capital is a Munich- and Berlin-based venture capital firm that supports founders in developing their internet companies. Since 2000 HV Capital, formerly HV Holtzbrinck Ventures, has invested in Internet and technology companies through various generations of funds and is one of the most successful and financially strongest early-stage and growth investors in Europe. HV Capital has already invested in around 200 companies, including Zalando, Delivery Hero, FlixMobility and SumUp. The total of all HV Funds amounts to €1.7 billion. The company supports startups with capital between €500,000 and €50 million. This makes HV Capital one of the few venture capitalists in Europe that can finance startups through all growth phases.
Made 1 investments in Copenhagen

Northzone

Northzone is a venture capital firm founded in 1996, with headquarters in London and additional offices in New York, Oslo, and Stockholm. The firm has raised over €1.5 billion and focuses on early-stage investments in technology-driven companies. Northzone has partnered with notable founders of successful businesses, including Spotify, Avito, iZettle, and Klarna, among others. The firm aims to support the growth of category-defining enterprises by connecting them with customers, business partners, and key talent on a global scale. With a strong emphasis on the entrepreneurial experience, Northzone leverages its extensive network to foster innovation and drive success for its portfolio companies.
Made 14 investments in Copenhagen

Gilde Healthcare

Gilde Healthcare Partners B.V. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Utrecht, Netherlands, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Established in 2000, Gilde specializes in management buy-outs and growth capital investments in the healthcare sector, targeting companies in healthcare technology, medtech, diagnostics, digital health, therapeutics, and healthcare services. The firm manages over €800 million in assets and seeks to invest between €1 million and €35 million in businesses with enterprise values up to €150 million. Gilde focuses on both clinical and commercial stage companies, particularly in biopharma, diagnostics, and medical devices, with an emphasis on cardiology, oncology, and women's health. The firm prefers to take majority and minority stakes and aims to lead investments while securing a seat on the board of its portfolio companies. Gilde Healthcare primarily invests in the United States and Europe, particularly in the Benelux region and the DACH area. Exits are typically achieved through IPOs, sales to strategic buyers, or private placements.
Made 1 investments in Copenhagen

GV

GV Management Company, LLC, established in 2009 as the venture capital arm of Alphabet Inc., specializes in investments across various stages, including seed, early, and late-stage funding. Based in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Boston, New York, Seattle, Cambridge, and London, GV focuses on sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, artificial intelligence, robotics, transportation, cybersecurity, and agriculture. The firm has invested in over 300 companies, aiming to drive innovation and improve lives. GV seeks to make investments of up to $50 million, while offering early-stage startups funding of up to $250,000, typically taking minority stakes in these companies. Through its extensive network, GV provides startups with unique access to technology and talent, enhancing their potential for success.

Pontifax

Pontifax Ltd. is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 2004 and based in Herzliya, Israel, with additional offices in Santa Monica, California, and London, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in transformative healthcare technologies and life sciences, including areas such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, bioinformatics, and precision farming. Pontifax targets innovative opportunities across various sectors, with a particular focus on Israel, and typically invests between $10 million and $15 million. The firm generally seeks minority ownership positions ranging from 10% to 40% and engages in investments through preferred equity or convertible debt. Pontifax aims for board representation and strategic involvement in its portfolio companies and generally holds its investments for three to seven years.

Industri Udvikling

Industri Udvikling A/S is a private equity firm established in 1994, based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The firm specializes in investments in small and medium-sized Danish manufacturing companies, focusing on growth capital and subordinated loans. It typically invests between DKK 5 million and DKK 40 million in companies with annual turnovers ranging from DKK 75 million to DKK 400 million. Industri Udvikling seeks to acquire a minority stake, generally between 25% and 50%, while also considering partnerships with other investors. The firm engages actively in the development of its portfolio companies by participating in Supervisory Board meetings and maintaining regular contact with management. It does not invest in seed, startup, or turnaround stage companies, instead aiming to facilitate ownership changes and succession planning within its targeted sectors, which include consumer goods, industrial, and transport.
Made 1 investments in Copenhagen

CataCap Management

CataCap Management is a Copenhagen-based private equity firm established in 2011, focusing on investments in small and medium-sized companies throughout Denmark. The firm adopts a proactive and hands-on approach to managing its portfolio, aiming to enhance both the speed and sustainability of business transformations. CataCap's strategy is designed to create long-term value for all stakeholders while delivering stable excess returns for its investors.
Made 1 investments in Copenhagen

ATP

The ATP Group, based in Hillerød, Denmark, is a privately owned asset management holding company that manages ATP Lifelong Pension and oversees pension, investment, and hedging activities. Established by law in 1964, ATP operates as a self-governing institution with a Board of Directors comprising equal representatives of employers and employees, along with an independent chairman. The company employs approximately 3,000 people and has customer service centers across Denmark and offices in Copenhagen and New York. ATP's subsidiaries manage pension funds and invest in various markets, including public and private equity, fixed income, and alternative investments. The organization's investment portfolio includes infrastructure, private debt, private equity, real estate, government and mortgage bonds, listed equities, and inflation-related instruments, reflecting a diversified approach to asset management and administration of social security and welfare benefits on behalf of the Danish state and local authorities.
Made 1 investments in Copenhagen

Rainmaking

Rainmaking is a venture capital firm and startup incubator founded in 2006, with a presence in London, Berlin, and Copenhagen. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, offering co-working spaces, mentorship, and programs to help startups grow into successful businesses. Rainmaking has developed a portfolio of around 10 companies and has invested in over 100 startups through its Startupbootcamp initiative since 2010. The firm primarily focuses on sectors such as fintech, insurtech, transport, and technology. Additionally, it manages a venture capital fund that aims to make six to eight investments annually, with a minimum investment threshold, primarily targeting the UK market.
Made 1 investments in Copenhagen

Accel

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.
Made 6 investments in Copenhagen

Fin Capital

Fin VC is focused on B2B, principally Enterprise SaaS FinTech companies within seven sub-sectors: Alternative Lending, Asset Management, Real Estate Tech, InsureTech, Health Care solutions, Blockchain Enterprise Applications, and Enabling Tech. FIN invests globally in the US, EU, MENA, Israel, and Asia. As former corporate and start-up operators, the Fin team takes a hands-on approach, helping its portfolio companies with access to capital (equity/debt), talent sourcing, and business development support. Fin is building a Global Financial Platform that will provide LPs with unique fund strategies and co-investment opportunities alongside of the fund and in Special Situation Growth/Late stage companies.

PROfounders Capital

PROfounders Capital is a London-based venture capital firm established in 2009 that specializes in early-stage investments in technology-enabled businesses across Europe. The firm primarily focuses on sectors such as digital media, fintech, mobile, travel, e-commerce, and B2B SaaS, emphasizing companies that leverage technology to address specific challenges faced by consumers or businesses. PROfounders Capital typically invests between £1 million and £3 million in its portfolio companies, drawing on the expertise of its investment partners who have extensive experience in founding, building, and exiting successful technology businesses.

DKA Capital

DKA Capital, founded in 1984, is a prominent Danish private equity firm that specializes in investing in and developing knowledge-intensive growth companies with global potential. The firm has a strong track record, having completed 180 investments and 175 exits, including 21 initial public offerings. DKA Capital focuses on buyout investments, particularly in technology companies within Western Europe. The firm aims to create long-term sustainable value through strategic ownership and constructive communication with portfolio companies. In 2011, DKA Capital, alongside Norwegian Argentum, acquired a significant stake in DKA II, which currently holds five companies in its portfolio. DKA Capital is recognized as one of Denmark's leading private equity funds, committed to maintaining its position as a credible partner for businesses with international growth opportunities.
Made 2 investments in Copenhagen