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Avala Capital

Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin

Description

Avala Capital is a Berlin-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early-stage technology companies across the European landscape. With a strategic focus on Seed and Series A rounds, the firm positions itself as a crucial early partner for ambitious founders. Their investment thesis centers on identifying high-growth potential within innovative tech startups that are poised for significant market disruption.

The firm demonstrates a clear preference for companies operating within key technological verticals, including Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), FinTech, and Healthcare. Avala Capital emphasizes a hands-on, supportive approach, aiming to be more than just a capital provider. They actively work alongside their portfolio companies, leveraging their expertise and network to help founders navigate the challenges of scaling and achieving their strategic objectives. This collaborative model underscores their commitment to long-term value creation beyond the initial capital injection.

Avala Capital typically deploys initial investments ranging from €500,000 to €3,000,000. This translates to approximately $540,000 to $3,240,000 USD, based on current exchange rates, indicating their sweet spot for significant early-stage funding. While their portfolio is growing, public records, such as those on Crunchbase, indicate at least one notable investment in companies like Curexus, showcasing their active participation in the European startup ecosystem. Their investment strategy is designed to provide substantial runway for startups to develop their products, expand their teams, and capture market share.

Investor Profile

Avala Capital has backed more than 32 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 13% of its total and boasts 9 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United Kingdom, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, FinTech, Financial Services.
  • Typical check size: $540K – $3.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (34%)
  • Seed (34%)
  • Series B (13%)
  • Series C (6%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)
  • Series D (3%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (3%)
  • Secondary Market (3%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (69%)
  • United Kingdom (16%)
  • United States (9%)
  • The Netherlands (3%)
  • Thailand (3%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Fintech
  • Financial Services
  • Internet
  • Finance
  • Saas
  • Marketplace
  • Food Delivery
  • Customer Service
  • B2b
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FAQ

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

Who does Avala Capital frequently co-invest with?

Tamedia
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 2
Target Global
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 5
Team Global
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 4
DN Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 9
Index Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
b2venture
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 4
Dawn Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Global Founders Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 4
DSG Consumer Partners
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 3
WestTech Ventures
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Avala Capital often collaborate with?

Güimar Vaca Sittic
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
FG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
KG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
FF
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 3
KH
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 2
MS
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Shared Deals: 1
NF
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 1
YM
North America, California, United States, Los Altos Hills
Shared Deals: 1
MS
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 2
Tom Stafford
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Avala Capital?

Volocopter

Bruchsal, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Volocopter is an urban air mobility company that develops eco-friendly air taxis to transport people.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesRoboticsTransportation
Series DMar 3, 2021
Amount Raised: $242,138,626
Talentspace

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Where the world’s most interactive virtual & hybrid career fairs and hiring events are hosted.

CommunitiesEvent ManagementEventsHuman ResourcesRecruitingSoftware
SeedOct 30, 2020
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Myos

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Rethinking working capital | Myos helps merchants of all kind grow to scale, fully digital, flexible and without personal guarantees

B2BBig DataE-CommerceFinTechLendingMachine LearningMarketplace
SeedOct 24, 2020
Amount Raised: $2,093,730
troy

Lippstadt, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

troy is a fintech company that provides Debt Collection as a Service.

Cloud Data ServicesDebt CollectionsFinancial ServicesFinTechPaaS
Series AOct 21, 2020
Finom

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Finom provides financial solutions for entrepreneurs, self-employed, and freelancers.

Financial ServicesFinTechInsurTech
SeedSep 24, 2020
Amount Raised: $12,025,686
troy

Lippstadt, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

troy is a fintech company that provides Debt Collection as a Service.

Cloud Data ServicesDebt CollectionsFinancial ServicesFinTechPaaS
Series ANov 15, 2019
B2B Food Group

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

B2B Food Group acquires, improves and grows software companies serving B2B clients.

CateringFood and BeverageFood DeliverySaaS
Series ANov 22, 2018
Billie

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Billie is a fintech startup that provides Buy Now, Pay Later payment methods for the B2B market.

E-CommerceFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechSmall and Medium Businesses
Series ADec 7, 2017
Amount Raised: $11,772,794
Medisafe

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Medisafe is a personalized tech platform that helps people manage their medications while providing insight into their daily habits.

Health CareMedicalmHealthMobile Apps
Series BMar 1, 2017
Amount Raised: $14,500,000
Hostmaker

London, England, United Kingdom

Hostmaker is a home rental management company.

Property ManagementRental PropertyVacation Rental
Series AFeb 23, 2017
Amount Raised: $6,277,527