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Alchimia Investments

Europe, Lazio, Italy, Rome

Description

Alchimia Fund, based in Rome, Italy, is a prominent venture capital firm operating under the umbrella of Alchimia S.p.A. The firm is dedicated to fostering innovation and growth across a diverse range of high-potential sectors. Their investment thesis primarily targets companies within the Digital & Tech, Fintech, Life Science, Deep Tech, Foodtech, and Sustainability domains. Alchimia Fund positions itself as a strategic partner, providing not just capital but also active support, leveraging its extensive network and expertise to guide portfolio companies through critical development stages.

The firm employs a flexible investment strategy, engaging with startups from the early Seed stage through to Series B rounds. This broad approach allows Alchimia to support companies from their nascent phases through significant growth milestones. Alchimia Fund typically deploys initial investment tickets ranging from €500,000 to €5 million. Converting these figures, their typical first cheque sizes fall between approximately $540,000 and $5.4 million, reflecting their commitment to substantial early and growth-stage funding. While primarily focused on the Italian market, Alchimia also actively seeks compelling investment opportunities across Europe.

Alchimia Fund has built a robust portfolio, demonstrating its commitment to impactful investments. As of recent data, the firm has made approximately 20 investments across its various focus areas, showcasing a consistent deployment of capital into promising ventures. Beyond financial backing, Alchimia emphasizes a hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a valuable ecosystem of industry experts and potential partners. This collaborative model aims to accelerate the growth and market penetration of its portfolio companies, solidifying its reputation as a value-add investor in the European venture capital landscape.

Investor Profile

Alchimia Investments has backed more than 20 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 15% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Italy, United Kingdom, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Typical check size: $540K – $5.4M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (35%)
  • Seed (35%)
  • Series Unknown (20%)
  • Series B (10%)

Country Focus

  • Italy (25%)
  • United Kingdom (25%)
  • United States (15%)
  • Israel (10%)
  • Kenya (10%)
  • Mexico (5%)
  • Germany (5%)
  • France (5%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Software
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Medical
  • Biotechnology
  • Information Technology
  • Big Data
  • Online Portals
  • Lifestyle
  • E-commerce
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Alchimia Investments frequently co-invest with?

Seedcamp
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
MMC Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
MBX Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
LDV Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Connectivity Ventures Fund
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Proton Enterprises
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
EchoVC Partners
Africa, Lagos, Nigeria, Lagos
Co-Investments: 2
Start Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
King River Capital
Oceania, New South Wales, Australia, Surry Hills
Co-Investments: 1
Firstminute Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Alchimia Investments often collaborate with?

GG
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
ME
North America, California, United States, Beverly Hills
Shared Deals: 1
Shmuel Cabilly
Asia, HaMerkaz, Israel, Rehovot
Shared Deals: 1
LF
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
LA
Europe, Lazio, Italy, Rome
Shared Deals: 1
MD
North America, California, United States, Berkeley
Shared Deals: 1
WS
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Philadelphia
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Alchimia Investments?

Gardin

London, England, United Kingdom

Gardin develops optical phenotyping technology and analytics to optimise food production.

AnalyticsBiotechnologyInformation Technology
SeedMay 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $4,500,000
Stellar

Bordeaux, Aquitaine, France

Stellar is a telecommunications company that integrates multiple networks for connectivity.

AutomotiveInternetSoftwareTelecommunications
SeedOct 8, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,463,334
NoTraffic

Palo Alto, California, United States

NoTraffic is a software company that creates an autonomous traffic management platform in order to alleviate traffic congestion.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionMachine LearningSaaSTransportation
Series BJun 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $50,000,000
Prestatech

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Prestatech offers to leading European Banks a variety of credit services from data enrichment to end-to-end instant lending solutions.

BankingFinTechInformation Technology
Series AApr 12, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,398,959
Chiara Ferragni

London, England, United Kingdom

Chiara Ferragni is a young fashion brand.

ApparelFashionLifestyleMusicShippingWholesale
Series UnknownJan 16, 2023
Quinio

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Acquire and build e-commerce brands in Latin America

Consumer GoodsE-Commerce
Series ANov 3, 2022
Amount Raised: $40,000,000
Roslin Technologies

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of, United Kingdom

Roslin Technologies is a biotechnology company that focuses on developing technologies for the agricultural and animal health sectors.

AgricultureAgTechAlternative ProteinBiotechnologyGenetics
Series ANov 3, 2022
Amount Raised: $12,287,455
Kukua

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya

The edutainment company for children of the 21st century

ChildrenContentEdTechEducationEdutainmentFamilyFranchiseMedia and EntertainmentToys
Series AJun 29, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Gardin

London, England, United Kingdom

Gardin develops optical phenotyping technology and analytics to optimise food production.

AnalyticsBiotechnologyInformation Technology
SeedDec 8, 2021
Amount Raised: $10,800,000
WelMed

Milano, Lombardia, Italy

WelMed is a digital platform that provides online medicine, clinical collaboration, digital solutions, and healthcare services.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataHealth CareMedicalOnline PortalsSoftware
Series UnknownOct 15, 2021
Amount Raised: $5,799,852