
CapHorn Invest
Description
CapHorn Invest is a prominent French venture capital firm based in Paris, specializing in investments within the B2B digital sector. Established with a clear focus on supporting innovative technology companies, CapHorn primarily targets Series A and Series B funding rounds. The firm seeks out businesses that have demonstrated a strong product-market fit, possess scalable business models, and exhibit significant growth potential, particularly those poised for international expansion. Their strategic approach involves not just capital injection but also active support in operational scaling and market penetration.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by its commitment to providing substantial initial capital to accelerate growth. CapHorn Invest typically deploys initial cheques ranging from €3 million to €10 million. Converting this to US dollars at an approximate exchange rate, their first investments generally fall between $3.24 million and $10.8 million. This significant capital commitment allows portfolio companies to invest heavily in product development, sales and marketing, and team expansion, facilitating rapid scaling in competitive markets. CapHorn often co-invests with other reputable venture capital firms, leveraging a broader network and shared expertise.
CapHorn Invest has cultivated a diverse and impactful portfolio, having made over 50 investments in promising B2B digital companies across various sub-sectors. These investments span areas such as SaaS, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, reflecting the firm's broad yet focused interest in enterprise technology solutions. The firm's long-term vision extends beyond initial funding, providing ongoing strategic guidance and leveraging its extensive network to help portfolio companies navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Their track record includes successful exits, demonstrating their ability to identify and nurture high-potential ventures.
Investor Profile
CapHorn Invest has backed more than 70 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 26 rounds, about 37% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in France, Canada, Switzerland.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $3.2M – $10.8M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (49%)
- Series B (20%)
- Seed (14%)
- Series C (6%)
- Series Unknown (6%)
- Private Equity (3%)
- Debt Financing (1%)
- Pre Seed (1%)
Country Focus
- France (89%)
- Canada (4%)
- Switzerland (3%)
- United States (1%)
- Singapore (1%)
- Germany (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Big Data
- Internet
- Cyber Security
- Machine Learning
- Insurance
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