Investors in Southern Europe

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Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a range of financing solutions and support services aimed at fostering the growth of startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies. It offers various financial products, including medium to long-term loans, export insurance, and leasing options for both tangible and intangible assets. Additionally, Bpifrance supports companies through consulting services, guarantees for bank financing, and training for executives. The organization also engages in direct investments and manages funds aimed at enhancing the financial landscape for businesses at different stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, Bpifrance was formerly known as OSEO S.A. and rebranded in July 2013. It operates as a subsidiary of Bpifrance SA, reinforcing its commitment to bolstering the French economy through diversified financial solutions.
Made 839 investments in Southern Europe

NCI

NCI is a private equity firm based in Rouen, France, founded in 1999. The firm specializes in investing in both public and private markets, focusing on a diverse range of sectors, including agriculture, construction, logistics, digital technology, hardware, e-commerce, food technology, and information technology. NCI leverages its expertise to identify and support companies within these industries, aiming to foster growth and enhance value through strategic investments.
Made 36 investments in Southern Europe

XAnge

XAnge is a venture capital investment firm based in Paris, founded in 2004, that specializes in seed and early-stage investments. With €450 million under management, XAnge focuses on digital, deeptech, and impact startups, aiming to support innovative technology entrepreneurs who address significant societal and environmental challenges. As the innovation brand of the Siparex group, a prominent player in French private equity, XAnge seeks to invest in game-changing startups across various sectors, including health, education, and sustainable housing. The firm is composed of a diverse team of five committed investors with expertise in technology and impact investing, dedicated to fostering solutions that have a meaningful impact in France and beyond.
Made 146 investments in Southern Europe

CDP Venture Capital

CDP Venture Capital Sgr - National Innovation Fund aims to make venture capital a cornerstone of the country's economic development and innovation, creating the conditions for an overall and sustainable growth of the venture capital ecosystem.
Made 52 investments in Southern Europe

Eurazeo

Eurazeo is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Paris, France, specializing in growth capital, acquisitions, and leveraged buyouts. Founded in 1969, the firm focuses on investing in medium-sized and large companies, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, consumer products, fintech, real estate, and digital transformation. Eurazeo's investment strategy targets companies that exhibit strong growth potential and innovative concepts, with particular interest in consumer brands across various categories, including beauty and wellness. The firm typically invests between $10 million and €800 million in companies with significant enterprise values and aims for both majority and minority stakes. Eurazeo also engages in real estate investments, targeting properties requiring restructuring. The firm operates across Europe and North America and employs a dedicated team of professionals to support its portfolio companies. Investments are generally held for five to seven years, with exit strategies including sales to manufacturers, financial investors, or through initial public offerings.
Made 185 investments in Southern Europe

A Plus Finance

A Plus Finance, which is headquartered in Paris (France), is an independent trust company specialising in the management of Common Investment Funds for Innovation (FCPI) and Proximity Investment Funds (FIP). A Plus Finance is involved in all innovative sectors, particularly in the IT, media and security fields. The A Plus Finance team includes financiers and entrepreneurs, thus providing companies with both an awareness of the daily constraints of management and a long-term perspective on the development of their business. Managing funds amounting to nearly €220m, A Plus Finance invests between €1 million and €4 million per project.per
Made 50 investments in Southern Europe

BNP Paribas Développement

BNP Paribas Développement is the investment arm of BNP Paribas that specializes in SME development. It specializes in second stage, mezzanine, bridge, acquisition, leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, recapitalization, special situations, and privatizations transactions. The firm considers investments in manufacturing, service industries, medicine, electronics, energy, chemistry, new materials, industrial automations, industrial goods and services, transportation, consumer goods, commerce and distribution, buildings and public works, wholesale retail, biotechnology, telecommunications, and information technology sectors. BNP Paribas Développement was established in 1988 and is based in Paris, France.
Made 81 investments in Southern Europe

Idinvest Partners

Idinvest Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Paris, France, primarily focused on the low and middle market segments in Europe. Founded in 1997, the firm manages over 6 billion euros and specializes in a variety of investment strategies, including equity investments in buyouts and growth capital for mid-sized and innovative companies. Idinvest also engages in fund of funds investments, targeting primary and secondary transactions in European private equity funds, along with mezzanine financing. The firm invests in multiple sectors, with particular emphasis on technology, digital, healthcare, and clean energy. Idinvest aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises, typically investing between 5 million to 40 million euros per deal. It has a history of successful investments in notable companies such as Criteo and Deezer. In 2019, Eurazeo acquired a majority stake in Idinvest Partners, enhancing its capabilities in private equity consulting and direct lending through various specialized funds.
Made 304 investments in Southern Europe

Inveready

Inveready Asset Management is a venture capital firm based in San Sebastián, Spain, specializing in early-stage investments primarily in technology and biotechnology sectors. Founded in 2008, it manages over €330 million in assets and focuses on companies based in Spain, particularly in Catalonia and Madrid. Inveready typically invests between €0.1 million and €2 million in firms with sales exceeding €1 million and enterprise values between €0.3 million and €2.5 million. The firm operates through various investment verticals, including venture capital in digital technology and life sciences, as well as venture debt for growth-stage companies. Additionally, Inveready Innovation Consulting, established in 2017, offers consultancy services aimed at securing financing for research and development projects. The firm has achieved significant success with more than 20 exits, including companies listed on major stock exchanges and acquisitions by prominent firms such as Intel and Red Hat.
Made 155 investments in Southern Europe

Portugal Ventures

Portugal Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Portugal that specializes in investing in innovative, scientific, and technology-driven companies, as well as those in tourism and industrial sectors. Established in June 2012 through the merger of three state-backed private equity firms, it focuses on startups with global ambitions that are in their seed and early stages. The firm typically invests between 300,000€ and 1,500,000€, with a preference for co-investing alongside both Portuguese and international partners. Investments are structured in tranches, contingent upon the achievement of specific milestones. By taking minority stakes and securing seats on the Board of Directors, Portugal Ventures aims to partner with exceptional entrepreneurs to enhance their competitiveness and success. The firm operates from its headquarters in Porto and has an office in Lisbon, supporting companies that contribute to the Portuguese economy and seek to expand into global markets.
Made 241 investments in Southern Europe

Groupe IRD

Groupe IRD specializes in the financing of development of small and medium-sized businesses and industries (PME/PMI) in the Nord Pas de Calais region.
Made 7 investments in Southern Europe

Partech

Partech is a global investment firm established in 1982, with offices in San Francisco, Paris, Berlin, and Dakar. The firm focuses on providing capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs at various stages, including seed, venture, and growth phases. With an investment capacity exceeding $1.5 billion, Partech's investments typically range from $200,000 to $50 million across a diverse array of sectors such as software, fintech, digital brands, and deep tech. The firm manages several funds, including Partech Africa II, which targets African startups in technology and consumer services, and Partech Growth II, aimed at growth-stage companies in Europe. Partech's portfolio has seen significant success, with over 20 companies achieving initial public offerings and more than 50 strategic exits valued above $100 million.
Made 171 investments in Southern Europe

Elaia

Elaia is an independent venture capital firm established in 2002, based in France. It specializes in early-stage investments in technology-related companies, particularly within the digital economy and deep tech sectors. With over €350 million under management, Elaia focuses on identifying high-potential disruptive startups and supports them from initial financing rounds through to their development into global leaders. The firm benefits from a team with over 75 years of combined experience in venture capital and the digital industries, providing entrepreneurs with proactive and relevant support throughout their growth journey.
Made 124 investments in Southern Europe

Omnes

Omnes Capital S.A.S. is a Paris-based venture capital and private equity firm that focuses on direct investments and fund of funds. It specializes in various investment stages, including seed, startup, and growth capital, primarily targeting small and mid-cap enterprises. The firm actively invests across a diverse range of sectors, such as information technology, life sciences, renewable energy, telecommunications, and agri-food, among others. Omnes Capital manages approximately €3.4 billion in assets and has a notable track record, including over 120 supported companies and 14 IPOs in its 16 years of operation. The firm seeks to take minority stakes in its portfolio companies and prefers a board seat to guide their growth. With a commitment to investing between €1 million and €50 million in companies with enterprise values up to €1 billion, Omnes Capital is recognized for its expertise in financing innovative SMEs, particularly in the technology and healthcare sectors. The firm was previously known as Credit Agricole Private Equity and operates additional offices in Brussels and Zurich.
Made 207 investments in Southern Europe

Demeter

Demeter Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Paris, France, specializing in investments that support the ecological transition. Founded in 2005, the firm focuses on seed, start-up, early-stage, growth, and infrastructure capital, investing between €0.5 million and €30 million in companies at various stages of development, including innovative startups and high-growth small to medium enterprises. Demeter primarily targets sectors such as eco-industries, green technology, renewable energy, and environmental services, with particular interest in energy efficiency and waste treatment. The firm predominantly operates in Europe, especially in France, but also invests in North America and other regions. Demeter Partners manages multiple private equity funds and prefers to take minority stakes, often seeking a board seat in its portfolio companies to assist in their development. In 2016, Demeter Partners merged with Emertec Gestion, enhancing its position as a leading player in the energy transition and environmental sectors.
Made 119 investments in Southern Europe

Go Capital

Go Capital is a management company based in Rennes, France, established in 2003. It is approved by the AMF and is a member of AFIC. The firm focuses on managing over 130 million in assets, primarily investing in early-stage innovative companies with high growth potential in western France.
Made 84 investments in Southern Europe

Normandie Participations

Normandie Participations is a venture capital firm established in 2016 and located in Colombelles, France. The firm focuses on co-investing in small and medium-sized enterprises, primarily those based in Normandy or those interested in relocating to the region. Normandie Participations employs equity and quasi-equity investment strategies to support the growth and development of these businesses.
Made 25 investments in Southern Europe

Wayra

Wayra UK Limited is an accelerator focused on early-stage technology startups, operating since 2012 and based in London. It offers various programs aimed at different sectors, including healthcare, information technology, cyber security, smart transport, and 5G. The Wayra Call provides funding of up to €0.25 million for innovative digital products and services. The Velocity Health program specifically targets healthcare startups, offering £34,000 in investment along with a potential cash prize. Other programs like Wayra Fair By Design and GCHQ Cyber Accelerator also provide financial support tailored to their respective industries. Wayra has a global presence, operating in ten countries and leveraging its affiliation with Telefónica to foster connections between entrepreneurs and industry leaders, thus facilitating collaboration and business opportunities.
Made 274 investments in Southern Europe

Supernova Invest

Supernova Invest is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Paris, France, with an additional office in Grenoble. Founded in 2017, it specializes in early-stage investments, including seed stage and growth capital, focusing on technology and deep-tech sectors such as life sciences, energy, healthcare, digital technologies, ecological transition, and industry 4.0. The firm emphasizes investments in electronics, advanced materials, and instruments, supporting startups from inception to maturity. Supernova Invest emerged from the venture capital activities of CEA Investissement, benefiting from partnerships with Amundi, a leading European asset management firm, and CEA, Europe’s most innovative research institute, which provides its portfolio companies with valuable access to resources and networks.
Made 48 investments in Southern Europe

Socadif

Socadif SA, SCR is a private equity and venture capital firm affiliated with Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel de Paris et d'Ile-de-France. Established in April 1990 and headquartered in Paris, France, Socadif specializes in late venture and growth capital investments, secondary investments, and management and leveraged buyouts, primarily focusing on small and medium enterprises. The firm invests in a range of sectors, including energy, metals and mining, construction and engineering, commercial services, hospitality, media, consumer staples, biotechnology, and information technology. Socadif typically targets investments between €1 million and €10 million in companies with revenues from €5 million to €200 million, often taking minority stakes of up to 40%. Its investment strategy is predominantly centered on the French market, particularly in the Île-de-France region.
Made 8 investments in Southern Europe

Seventure Partners

Seventure Partners is a Paris-based venture capital firm founded in 1997, specializing in investments in life sciences and information and communication technology. With offices in Munich, Geneva, London, and Basel, the firm manages approximately €660 million and focuses on identifying and nurturing innovative companies with high growth potential across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Seventure Partners engages closely with entrepreneurs, leveraging its expertise and extensive networks to support the development of emerging European leaders in their respective fields. The firm employs a team of over 20 professionals, including 15 investors, who possess significant knowledge in technology and private equity operations. Seventure’s investment strategy encompasses various sectors, including TMT, industrial, healthcare devices, and supply, with a typical investment range of €0.5 million to €2 million over a six-year horizon.
Made 139 investments in Southern Europe

Alven

Alven Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Paris, founded in 1999, with over $500 million under management. The firm primarily invests in ambitious French and French-related entrepreneurs within the digital technology sector. Alven focuses on a range of areas including artificial intelligence, data management, software-as-a-service, security solutions, and disruptive consumer business models, particularly in marketplaces and web brands. The firm typically invests between 1 million to 10 million euros in its portfolio companies, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation in the technology and consumer goods industries.
Made 152 investments in Southern Europe

Isai

Isai is a private equity firm founded in 2008 and based in Paris, France, specializing in early-stage investments in internet and technology companies. It focuses on sectors such as software, information technology, media, and industrials, with a particular emphasis on supporting French internet businesses. The firm brings together a network of over 300 tech entrepreneurs who invest both capital and expertise to foster the development of emerging tech champions in France. Isai’s investment strategy typically involves targeting communication and network services, IT services, software, and AI companies, with investments ranging from EUR 0.15 million to EUR 3 million. The firm generally seeks minority stakes in approximately 20 companies, positioning itself as a key player in the growth of the French tech ecosystem.
Made 97 investments in Southern Europe

UI Gestion

UI Investissement, SAS, formerly known as UI Gestion SAS, is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Paris, France, with additional offices across the country. Founded in April 2004, the firm specializes in investing in small to mid-cap companies across various sectors, including industrial goods, energy, healthcare, and information technology. UI Investissement focuses on financing a range of transactions, such as seed and startup funding, growth capital, buyouts, and industry consolidation. The firm typically invests between €1 million and €50 million, taking both majority and minority stakes in its portfolio companies. Over the past fifteen years, UI has supported more than 120 SMEs, investing over €550 million to aid their development projects. The firm emphasizes its commitment to sustainable performance and relies on a partnership model that leverages the expertise of its shareholder leaders. Its regional focus includes areas such as Aquitaine, Brittany, and Ile-de-France, while maintaining a broader national investment strategy aimed at fostering growth in various sectors.
Made 50 investments in Southern Europe

LVenture Group

LVenture Group S.p.A. is a venture capital firm based in Rome, Italy, specializing in micro seed and seed investments across various sectors, including software-as-a-service, gaming, e-commerce, and the Internet of Things. The firm typically invests €0.08 million in micro seed rounds and up to €0.25 million in seed rounds, targeting early-stage companies with an enterprise value between €0.8 million and €5 million. LVenture Group takes minority stakes in its portfolio companies, with a 9% stake in micro seed investments. In addition to financial backing, the firm offers marketing expertise, networking opportunities, and training to support the growth of its investees. Operating on an international level, LVenture Group is recognized for its commitment to fostering fast growth companies, particularly those participating in the acceleration program run by LUISS ENLABS.
Made 139 investments in Southern Europe

Newfund

Newfund Inc. is a venture capital firm established in 2008, with headquarters in Paris and additional offices in Massachusetts and San Francisco. Specializing in early-stage investments, Newfund manages a total of $300 million, focusing on pre-seed and seed funding primarily in France and North America. The firm targets innovative companies that contribute to global change, investing between €500,000 and €2 million in early-stage ventures. Newfund's investment strategy encompasses a range of sectors, including movies, entertainment, internet, media, business products and services, consumer products, energy, financial services, healthcare, information technology, and materials. With a commitment to nurturing growth, Newfund also provides follow-on investments as their portfolio companies develop.
Made 114 investments in Southern Europe

Ardian

Ardian, established in 1996 and led by Dominique Senequier, is an independent private investment company managing approximately $62 billion in assets across Europe, North America, and Asia. With a majority employee ownership structure, Ardian emphasizes entrepreneurship and aims to deliver strong investment performance to its global clientele while supporting economic growth. The company operates a diverse portfolio that includes funds of funds, private debt, direct investment strategies, infrastructure, and real estate, catering to a wide array of sectors such as transportation, energy, and technology. Ardian has a robust global presence, employing over 450 staff in twelve offices around the world, which enhances its investment capabilities and network. The firm serves around 580 investors by offering customized mandate solutions and a variety of investment strategies, including co-investment opportunities and funds targeting specific geographic regions and industries.
Made 153 investments in Southern Europe

Soffinova Partners

Sofinnova Partners is an independent venture capital firm headquartered in Paris, France, with a focus on the life sciences sector, including biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and industrial biotechnology. Over its 45-year history, the firm has financed nearly 500 companies, primarily targeting start-ups, early-stage ventures, corporate spin-offs, and occasional turnaround situations. Sofinnova Partners actively sources investment opportunities and often serves as the first institutional investor in Series A financings, taking a lead role in its portfolio companies. The firm engages closely with entrepreneurs from the formation phase, holding board positions and guiding companies through their development until exit. While primarily investing throughout Europe, Sofinnova Partners also allocates a portion of its investments globally.
Made 115 investments in Southern Europe

Angels Capital

Angels Capital is an early-stage venture capital fund based in Valencia, Spain, focusing on supporting entrepreneurship and fostering the growth of new businesses. The firm aims to identify and back capable leaders who can drive projects forward, with a commitment to generating employment and creating wealth within the community. Angels Capital primarily invests in sectors such as restaurants, hotels and leisure, technology, media and telecommunications, as well as manufacturing. Through its investments, Angels Capital seeks to stimulate business development and contribute to the overall economic growth of the region.
Made 75 investments in Southern Europe

Caixa Capital Risc

Caixa Capital Risc is an institutional investor based in Barcelona, Spain, that specializes in early-stage companies with a technological focus, particularly in life sciences and information technologies. Established in January 2004, the firm manages a total capital commitment of €73 million across four investment funds: Caixa Capital Micro, Caixa Capital BioMed, Caixa Innvierte Industria, and Caixa Capital TIC. Caixa Capital Risc collaborates with both public and private entities to foster the development of innovative enterprises in Spain. Its investment strategy targets seed and growth stages, aiming to support the emergence and growth of new companies in the Spanish market.
Made 158 investments in Southern Europe

Kurma Partners

Kurma Partners is a Paris-based venture capital firm established in 2009, focusing on early-stage investments in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors across Europe. The firm specializes in financing innovation from pre-creation to development capital, managing multiple funds, including the Kurma Biofund I, II, and the Kurma Diagnostics fund. Kurma Partners plays a significant role in supporting therapeutic and medical innovations, leveraging connections with leading research institutes and prestigious hospitals. The firm's investment interests encompass a wide range of areas, including oncology, life sciences, digital health, artificial intelligence, and big data, demonstrating a commitment to advancing healthcare technologies.
Made 65 investments in Southern Europe

Andera Partners

Andera Partners, established in 2001 and previously known as Edmond de Rothschild Investment Partners, is a private equity firm based in Paris, France. The firm specializes in investing in unlisted companies across France and internationally, managing over €2 billion in assets. Its investment focus includes life sciences, growth capital, and sponsorless mezzanine debt. Andera Partners targets investments typically ranging from €10 million to €20 million, with a commitment to fostering long-term performance through autonomous, experienced teams that anticipate economic trends. The firm operates within a framework that emphasizes tailored solutions and a close relationship with its clients, reflecting the legacy and values of the Edmond de Rothschild Group, which has a long-standing reputation in European finance.
Made 119 investments in Southern Europe

Intesa Sanpaolo

Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A. is a prominent Italian banking group formed from the merger of Banca Intesa and Sanpaolo IMI. It operates through multiple segments, including retail banking, corporate and investment banking, international subsidiary banks, asset management, private banking, and insurance services. The bank provides a wide range of financial products, such as lending and deposit services, industrial credit, factoring, leasing, consumer credit, and payment systems. Additionally, it offers wealth management, life and non-life insurance, as well as bancassurance and pension fund services. Intesa Sanpaolo serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, corporations, financial institutions, and high net worth individuals. The bank has a significant presence with over 4,800 branches across Italy and additional locations in Central Eastern Europe and the Middle East and North Africa. Headquartered in Turin, Intesa Sanpaolo is a leader in the Italian banking sector, boasting substantial market shares in various business areas.
Made 24 investments in Southern Europe

ICF Capital

ICF Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Barcelona, Spain, founded in February 2010. It specializes in direct investments and manages venture capital funds with a focus on supporting mid-sized companies in Catalonia. ICF Capital primarily targets sectors such as information technology, biotechnology, social services, and electronics, among others. The firm typically invests between €0.5 million and €2.4 million in companies with annual sales ranging from €0.3 million to €100 million, often acquiring minority stakes. It operates as a subsidiary of the Institut Català de Finances, a public financial institution established in 1985 to enhance funding access for enterprises in Catalonia. ICF Capital manages two venture capital firms, ICF Capital Expansió II and ICF Venture Tech II, and aims to foster the growth of innovative startups and mid-market companies through its investment activities.
Made 55 investments in Southern Europe

Serena

Serena is a Paris-based venture capital firm established in 2008, focusing on early-stage investments primarily in the technology, media, and telecommunications sectors across Europe and North America. With a portfolio that includes notable companies such as Dataiku, Evaneos, and Malt, Serena has been instrumental in supporting the growth of various successful ventures, including those that have been acquired by major firms like PSA and TripAdvisor. The firm manages the Serena Data Ventures I fund, which specifically targets investments in information technology, big data, and artificial intelligence, with a preference for funding amounts between 0.5 to 3 million euros. Through its commitment to providing operational resources and expertise, Serena aims to empower entrepreneurs and foster innovation in the industries it serves.
Made 90 investments in Southern Europe

Siparex

Siparex Group is a private equity investment firm based in Lyon, France, founded in 1977. It specializes in investing in start-ups and mid-market companies across a diverse range of sectors, including software, manufacturing, e-commerce, life sciences, and healthcare services. Over its 30-year history, Siparex has established itself as a key player in the private equity landscape, expanding its operations internationally and becoming one of the independent leaders in the field. The firm manages several funds, including Siparex Entrepreneurs V and Siparex MidCap II, focusing on investments in companies with varying revenue profiles and enterprise values. Siparex aims to support the growth of its portfolio companies by providing not only capital but also strategic guidance.
Made 133 investments in Southern Europe

Nestadio Capital

Nestadio Capital SAS, formerly known as Fonds d’Investissement de Bretagne, S.A.S., is a venture capital and private equity firm specializing in direct and fund of funds investments. Within the fund of funds investments, the firm seeks to invest in private equity funds. Within the direct investments, the firm specializes in startup, leveraged buy-out and growth capital investments in expansion and mature stages. It invests through common shares, preference shares, convertible bonds and participative loans. The firm invests in unlisted small and medium-sized companies from all sectors focusing on the following sectors: information technology and communication, mainly in internet and mobile internet, high technology industry, software, social networking, interactive contents, electronics, cloud computing, e-services, energy transition and in industrial technologies. It also invests in logistics, food processing and agri-food industry, cosmetics, products, services and distribution, health and wellness, remote support, multimedia and fiber optics, clean tech, sustainable development, medical waste treatment, natural phytosanitary products, car sharing and electric cars. It does not invest in real estate, steel industry, coal mines and shipbuilding. It typically invests in companies based in the United States and Europe mainly in the French Northwest and West regions, with a particular focus in the following former French regions: Brittany, Pays de la Loire, Basse-Normandie, Haute-Normandie, Aquitaine, Poitou-Charentes, Centre and Ile-de-France. The firm takes minority and majority stake up to 50% and makes investments between €0.05 million ($0.065 million) and €2 million ($2.86 million), in companies with revenues up to €50 million ($69.01 million) and annual balance sheet up to €43 million ($49.41 million). The firm also seeks to co-invest and to take a seat in the Board of Directors or in the Executive Committee or in the Strategic Committee of its portfolio companies. It seeks to exit its investments after four to eight years. Nestadio Capital SAS was founded in 2005 and is based in Plouhinec, France with an additional office in Versailles, France.

Tikehau Capital

Tikehau Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 2004 and headquartered in Paris, France, with additional offices in Europe, North America, and Asia. The firm specializes in a diverse range of financing products, including senior secured loans, equity, senior debt, and mezzanine financing. Tikehau Capital focuses on small and middle-market corporate investments across various sectors and geographies, with a particular emphasis on Europe and Singapore. It manages long-term capital for institutional and private investors in asset classes such as credit, real estate, and private equity. The firm typically invests between €0.41 million and €70 million, seeking opportunities in early-stage, mezzanine, and turnaround investments. Tikehau Capital also operates Tikehau Investment Management, which provides expertise in credit and asset management.
Made 115 investments in Southern Europe

Encomenda VC

Encomenda VC, established in 2017 and based in Barcelona, Spain, is a venture capital firm that specializes in seed investments in technology startups. The firm focuses on sectors such as healthcare, information technology, e-commerce, big data, wellness, and software. Encomenda VC provides opportunities for investors and professional business angels to engage in collective investment vehicles, allowing them to capitalize on their investments while minimizing risks through portfolio diversification. By offering preferential access to promising projects seeking financing, Encomenda VC aims to connect investors with high-potential startups in the technology landscape.
Made 44 investments in Southern Europe

Capital Grand Est

Alsace Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm specializing in investments in startup, growth capital, buyout, and development stages. It prefers to invest in all sectors. The firm seeks to acquire equity or quasi equity stakes in small and medium size enterprises based in the following French regions: Alsace, Lorraine, and Franche-Comté; as well as in Germany and Switzerland. It prefers to make equity investments between €0.15 million ($0.20 million) and €3.60 million ($4.93 million) in companies with revenues between €10 million ($13.63 million) and €100 million (136.37 million). It also considers investments above €3 million ($4.06 million) when investing alongside a pool of investors. The firm takes minority or majority stakes in its portfolio companies. It prefers to hold its investments for a period of five years. Alsace Capital was founded in 2012 and is based in Strasbourg, France.

Lanai

Lanai Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2016 and headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. The firm specializes in seed and pre-seed stage investing, adopting a sector-agnostic approach to identify promising startups across various industries. Lanai Ventures focuses primarily on companies operating within Spain, aiming to nurture early-stage enterprises with high growth potential. The firm also benefits from a substantial network of prominent founders who serve as Limited Partners, providing valuable insights and resources to the startups in which they invest.
Made 30 investments in Southern Europe

Turenne Groupe

Turenne Groupe operates as an independent private equity management company based in France, with offices in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. Established in 1999, the firm focuses on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that generate revenues between €5 million and €100 million. Turenne Groupe typically makes equity investments ranging from €1 million to €10 million, taking both minority and majority stakes in the businesses. The company supports entrepreneurs in their development and succession planning. With a team of 32 professionals, including 21 investors, Turenne Groupe manages and advises over €500 million in assets, sourced from institutional and individual investors. The firm primarily targets sectors such as consumer products and services, consumer durables, and business products and services.
Made 45 investments in Southern Europe

Global Founders Capital

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.
Made 71 investments in Southern Europe

Innovacom

Innovacom is a French investment firm established in 1988 that specializes in supporting the launch of innovative telecommunications and information technology startups. Over its more than eighteen years of operation, the firm has played a crucial role in the growth of various companies, including Business Objects, Cobalt Networks, Gemplus, Infovista, Intershop, Kelkoo, LastMinute.com, Micronas, Soitec, and Tumbleweed. Innovacom focuses on identifying and nurturing startups with strong potential in the technology sector, contributing to their development and success in a competitive market.
Made 88 investments in Southern Europe

360 Capital

360 Capital Partners is a Paris-based venture capital firm established in 1997, focusing on seed to series-B investments in consumer goods, business services, deep technology, climate technology, and digital sectors across Europe, particularly in France and Italy. With over 300 million euros under management, the firm has a team that collectively possesses more than 60 years of experience in venture capital, having invested in, supported, and exited from over 110 companies. 360 Capital has built a robust international network by co-investing with leading venture capital funds in more than 10 countries, demonstrating a proven track record of success in diverse economic environments.
Made 144 investments in Southern Europe

Cabiedes & Partners

Cabiedes & Partners S.A. is a Madrid-based venture capital firm that focuses on seed and start-up investments, primarily within the Internet sector, including fintech. Founded in 2009, the firm typically invests between €50,000 and €500,000 in companies with an enterprise value ranging from €1 million to €5 million and can allocate between €1 million and €2 million in follow-on funding. Cabiedes & Partners aims to acquire a stake of 10 to 20 percent in its portfolio companies through personal capital investments. The firm concentrates its investments in Spain, particularly in the cities of Madrid and Barcelona.
Made 132 investments in Southern Europe

JME Ventures

JME Ventures is an early-stage investment fund based in Madrid and Barcelona, specializing in the technology sector within Spain. The firm focuses on identifying and supporting innovative startups, aiming to foster growth and development in the technology landscape. Managed by JME Venture Capital, the fund actively seeks investment opportunities that align with its strategic vision of promoting technological advancement in the region.
Made 63 investments in Southern Europe

Kreaxi

Kreaxi is a private equity firm based in Paris, established in 2016, that focuses on investing in early-stage technology startups with high growth potential. With over 30 years of experience in the management and investment sector, Kreaxi is dedicated to supporting innovative companies as they develop and scale. The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying and nurturing startups that demonstrate significant promise in their respective fields, providing them with the capital and resources necessary to achieve their business objectives.
Made 48 investments in Southern Europe

Techstars

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.
Made 172 investments in Southern Europe

Sabadell Capital

Sabadell Capital is a venture capital firm based in Barcelona, Spain, focusing on supporting early-stage entrepreneurial projects within the Spanish market. Established in 2019, the firm aims to be a financial partner for startups, particularly in the software and technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sectors. By engaging with innovative and transformative initiatives, Sabadell Capital seeks to add value throughout the various stages of a company's growth, aligning with its commitment to foster entrepreneurship.
Made 49 investments in Southern Europe