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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Executive Capital A/S is a private equity firm specializing in investments in corporate restructurings, turnarounds, growth, generational change and successions. The firm invests in established small and medium-sized companies within industry, commercial, trade, and service industries. It seeks to invest in renewable energy, production, people, communication, media, FMCG, retail, e-tail, bulk trade, industry, construction, trade, service, machinery and plastic industries, technology, food, groceries, machinery, project delivery, engineering, service, packaging and other consumables, project delivery, finance, constsundhed, medico, B2B, security, furniture marketing, service products and science transportation, furniture, textile, e-trade, logistics, health care, timber industry, marine industry, metal industry, lightning and furniture on the contract market, production, consumer electronics, and consumer goods sectors. It primarily invests in Danish companies, focusing on Denmark and Norway. The firm invests in companies with a turnover between DKK25 million ($4.38 million) and DKK 250 million ($43.75 million). It also seeks to co-invest. The firm prefers to take a seat on the board of directors of its portfolio companies or act as close advisors to the company management. It usually exits its investments after five to eight years but may stay longer if necessary. Executive Capital A/S was founded in 2008 and is based in Copenhagen, Denmark.

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.

West Hill Capital was established to enable both institutional and private investors the opportunity to invest in pioneering UK and European businesses. Over the years, West Hill's corporate finance team have successfully advised on over £20bilion of corporate transactions, including the $1.7biilion KKR sponsored MBO of Willis and the £889million public to private acquisition of Brit Insurance.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

BOREAN Innovation is one of four innovation incubators in Denmark. The incubators are approved as operators by The Danish Agency for Science, Technology and Innovation under the Ministry of Higher Education and Science. The incubators provide professional counselling, pre-seed and seed capital for entrepreneurs and new innovative enterprises.

Syddansk Innovation is a business incubator and venture capital firm located in Odense, Denmark, founded in 1998. It specializes in supporting tech-based startups, particularly in the pre-seed phase, with a focus on a diverse range of sectors including robotics, information technology, life sciences, and clean technology. The firm aims to foster innovation and growth by investing in early-stage companies that develop advanced technologies across various industries.

Nordic Capital is a private equity firm based in Stockholm, Sweden, specializing in buyouts and growth investments primarily in the healthcare, technology, financial services, industrial goods, consumer retail, life sciences, and business services sectors. Since its founding in 1989, the firm has established a strong reputation in Nordic private equity, focusing on medium to large companies, particularly within Europe, including Germany, Scandinavia, and the DACH region. Nordic Capital typically invests between $53 million and $3668.97 million in companies with annual sales ranging from $165.78 million to $796 million, aiming for majority ownership but also considering minority stakes. The firm engages in responsible investing, emphasizing long-term collaboration and operational excellence to create value in its portfolio companies. Investments are held for three to seven years, with an average duration of 4.6 years, and exits are executed through various strategies, including strategic sales and public offerings. Nordic Capital's team combines extensive experience in private equity with a network of industry specialists to support its investment strategy.

Verdane is a venture capital and private equity firm established in 1985, focused on investing in Northern European companies with significant growth potential. The firm targets sectors such as software, consumer internet, energy technology, and advanced industrials, and can take either minority or majority positions in its investments. Verdane employs an active-ownership model, providing portfolio companies with access to extensive networks, market intelligence, and sector expertise to foster top-line growth. Historically, companies in its portfolio have experienced substantial revenue and EBITDA growth. Verdane also manages diversified funds that emphasize impact investing, particularly in the energy sector, and engages in secondary investments aimed at digitalization. The firm is based in Oslo, Norway, and operates across Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden.

Danske Bank A/S is a prominent Nordic universal bank headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, providing a comprehensive range of banking services to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, and large corporations. Established in 1871, it operates through various segments, including Banking DK, Banking Nordic, Corporates and Institutions, Wealth Management, and Northern Ireland. The bank offers services such as daily banking, home financing, investment solutions, retirement planning, strategic advisory, leasing, and corporate finance. Additionally, Danske Bank is involved in wealth and asset management, pension savings, insurance, and mobile banking services. The bank also facilitates mortgage finance and real estate brokerage, as well as trading in fixed income products, foreign exchange, and equities. With a significant market presence, it serves over 5 million retail customers across multiple countries, including Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Ireland. Danske Private Equity A/S, a subsidiary of Danske Bank, focuses on fund-of-funds investments in mid-market buyout opportunities primarily in Europe and North America.

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.

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.

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.

Maj Invest Equity is a prominent asset management firm based in Denmark, specializing in investments in small to mid-sized companies across various global regions, including the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Established in 2005, it operates as part of the Maj Invest group, which is owned by employees, management, and Danish institutional investors. The firm focuses on two main business areas: Asset Management and Private Equity. In Asset Management, it provides strategic asset allocation advice and manages securities for institutional clients, while also offering wealth management services to affluent individuals and corporations. In its Private Equity division, Maj Invest Equity advises funds on investments in unlisted equities both domestically and internationally, with specific activities in Vietnam, including sectors such as microfinance, energy, and fertilizers. Additionally, the firm manages private equity portfolios and offers discretionary investment advisory services to clients.

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.

EQT is a private equity firm headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with additional offices across Europe, North America, and the Asia Pacific region. Established in 1994, the firm specializes in buyouts, expansion capital, and infrastructure investments, focusing on mid-market companies in sectors such as healthcare, technology, industrials, and services. EQT employs a responsible ownership approach and an industrial growth strategy, seeking opportunities in regions with significant growth potential, including Northern and Eastern Europe, Asia, and the United States. The firm invests through various strategies, including private capital, real assets, credit, and public value, and aims to acquire controlling or co-controlling stakes in its portfolio companies, often holding investments for four to eight years. EQT Life Sciences, a notable segment of the firm, targets innovative healthcare and life sciences companies.

CapMan is a prominent Nordic private asset management and investment firm founded in 1989, with a focus on private equity, real estate, and infrastructure. With over 30 years of experience, CapMan has established a strong presence in the Nordic region and Russia, managing a diverse portfolio that spans various industries. The firm aims to enhance the value of unlisted businesses by fostering better organization and financial stability, which contributes to economic growth and societal well-being. CapMan operates through two primary divisions: CapMan Private Equity, which includes funds like the Growth Equity and Mezzanine funds, and CapMan Real Estate, which focuses on core and value-added real estate investments. The firm targets investments in sectors such as technology, retail, and residential properties, emphasizing the importance of quality environments and utilities for thriving communities. Through its international networks, CapMan seeks to create sustainable value for its investors while supporting innovation and job creation in the regions it serves.

Erhvervsinvest Management A/S is a private equity firm established in 2004 and located in Charlottenlund, Denmark. The firm focuses on investing in small and medium-sized, mature Danish companies that require capital and expertise for ownership transitions, such as generational changes and restructurings. While Erhvervsinvest is sector agnostic, it shows a preference for service and manufacturing industries. The firm typically invests between DKK 3 million and DKK 20 million in equity, convertible, or subordinate loans in companies with annual sales ranging from DKK 50 million to DKK 500 million. Erhvervsinvest generally seeks to acquire a majority stake and aims to secure a seat on the board of directors to actively participate in the management and strategic direction of its portfolio companies.

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.

Trind Ventures is an early stage VC fund based in Tallinn, Estonia. Investing in start-ups across Europe, from seed rounds all the way to sustainability, with a focus on ICT. Trind Ventures partners are Joel Aasmäe, Ivar Siimar, Kimmo Irpola and Taavi Lepmets.

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.

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.

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.

Via Equity A/S is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Hellerup, Denmark, with additional offices in Munich, Germany, and Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 2006, the firm primarily invests in small and mid-sized companies across the technology, media, telecommunications, and information and communications technology sectors. Its investment strategy encompasses a range of financing stages, including seed, early, and late-stage investments, as well as growth capital and leveraged buyouts. Via Equity focuses on companies with revenues between €10 million and €100 million, typically taking minority stakes but also considering majority positions. The firm is particularly interested in businesses located in the Nordic region or those with significant value-add activities in the area. While its core focus remains on technology and services, Via Equity also explores opportunities in hardware, industrial markets, healthcare, and life sciences, provided that there are strong information technology components involved. The firm prefers to take an active role in its investments, often seeking a seat on the Board of Directors.

Innovestor is a Nordic venture capital investor and financial services company based in Helsinki, with offices in Jyväskylä, Stockholm, and Moscow. The firm specializes in providing funding and strategic insights to early-stage growth companies in various sectors, including commercial products, information technology, industrial, and cybersecurity. Innovestor Growth Fund III, launched in 2020, is focused on investing in growth opportunities across Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden. For investors, Innovestor curates attractive investment opportunities in carefully selected companies, while for growth companies, it offers competitive funding terms and access to a team of experienced professionals and industry experts. Innovestor is supervised by the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority.

FSN Capital is a Nordic private equity investment company established in 1999, specializing in the middle-market segment. Based in Oslo, Norway, it manages several funds that focus on transforming Northern European companies into more competitive and profitable entities. FSN Capital's investment strategy is characterized by a commitment to sustainable and patient capital, allowing for the implementation of long-term transformation initiatives within its portfolio companies. The firm targets various sectors, including commercial products, information technology, business products, consumer products, services, and manufacturing. Additionally, FSN Capital emphasizes environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in its investment approach, reflecting a commitment to responsible investing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Altor is a private equity investment firm founded in 2003, based in Stockholm, Sweden, with a focus on investing in medium-sized companies in the Nordic region. The firm seeks to create long-term value by partnering with owners and managers to develop world-class businesses. Altor targets companies with revenues ranging from €50 million to €500 million, investing across various sectors, including energy, materials, and resources. The firm has garnered support from over 50 prominent investors, including notable institutions such as Harvard Management Company and Goldman Sachs Private Equity Group. Altor is committed to responsible investing and incorporates ESG considerations into its investment strategies, aligning with Article 8 under the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation.

European Investment Bank (EIB) provides lending, borrowing, and treasury services primarily in the European Union. The company offers project loans for the public and private sectors; loans to banks and other intermediaries; structured finance products; guarantees and securitization instruments for senior and subordinated debts; project bonds; equity and fund investment products such as infrastructure equity and debt funds, and environmental funds; and venture capital funds and security packages for funds. The company also offers microfinance; risk sharing finance for research, development, and innovation projects; finance and technical expertise for sustainable energy projects; infrastructure project advisory services; support for urban development projects; guarantees for transport infrastructure; and funding for public-private partnerships and small- and medium-sized enterprises. EIB serves the transportation, global loans, energy, industry, health, education, water, sewerage, infrastructure, services, telecommunications, agriculture, and fisheries sectors. European Investment Bank was founded in 1958 and is based in Luxembourg.

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.

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Focusing on ICT ventures with a strong growth potential we look for outstanding companies that have proof of product, a robust and scalable business model, the potential to achieve a leading position in a growing market, and a 1st class management team. We are dedicated to analyze and understand potential investments and business drivers prior to our investment. And to share a common vision with management of the growth path of the company. We are committed to build long term value through a hands-on approach to contribute to our portfolio companies. We have headed and exited growth companies ourselves and know for a fact that management of fast growing companies is an inspiring challenge.

Nordic Alpha Partners (NAP) is a growth fund established in 2017 and based in Hellerup, Denmark. The fund primarily invests in hard-tech companies that have the potential to facilitate significant global market changes, particularly in the realms of digital, green, and industrial transformation. NAP focuses on small and medium-sized enterprises in the Nordic region that generate between 20 and 150 million DKK in turnover and are led by ambitious teams seeking capital and expertise to accelerate their growth. The firm emphasizes a hands-on management approach and offers a comprehensive value creation framework to support rapid business development. Its investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including software, industrial supplies, and B2B services, with a particular focus on fostering innovation within the Nordic industrial landscape.

Karolinska Development AB is a venture capital firm based in Stockholm, Sweden, established in 2003. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in the life sciences and healthcare sectors, focusing on pharmaceutical research and development, biotechnology, medical technology, and related fields. Karolinska Development aims to create value by selecting commercially attractive medical innovations, developing them to enhance their return on investment, and subsequently commercializing these innovations through sales or out-licensing agreements. The firm primarily targets projects within the Nordic region, particularly in Sweden, and typically invests in up to five projects annually, often collaborating with innovators who serve as board members and advisors. With a structured selection process and a focus on minimizing operational costs in the initial stages, Karolinska Development seeks to advance its portfolio companies until they reach critical milestones for valuation increases. The firm prefers to exit investments at the Phase II stage of product development, which offers significant potential for successful negotiation of licensing or sales agreements.

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.

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.

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.

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.