CircleRock Capital
Description
CircleRock Capital is a Dublin, Ireland-based venture capital firm actively investing across the Seed, Series A, and Series B stages of high-growth companies. Positioned within Ireland's burgeoning tech ecosystem, the firm plays a crucial role in funding and scaling innovative startups not only domestically but also with an eye towards broader European and international markets. Their strategic location in Dublin provides them with access to a vibrant pool of talent and a supportive regulatory environment for emerging technology ventures.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by its flexibility across early and growth stages, enabling them to support companies from their initial product-market fit validation through significant scaling phases. CircleRock Capital has indicated a clear range for their typical first checks, with ticket sizes in the last 12 months spanning from EUR 500,000 to EUR 4.5 million. This translates to an approximate range of $540,000 to $4.86 million USD, based on recent exchange rates. This substantial range demonstrates their capacity to lead or co-invest in diverse funding rounds, from initial seed capital injections to more substantial Series B growth equity.
By focusing on these critical early and mid-growth stages, CircleRock Capital aims to partner with founders who are building disruptive technologies and scalable business models. Their multi-stage approach suggests a commitment to long-term relationships, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and network access as companies navigate the complexities of rapid expansion. This positions them as a valuable partner for startups seeking to accelerate their development and achieve significant market penetration.
Investor Profile
CircleRock Capital has backed more than 20 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Ireland, United Kingdom, Denmark.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $540K – $4.9M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (50%)
- Seed (25%)
- Pre Seed (15%)
- Series Unknown (10%)
Country Focus
- Ireland (35%)
- United Kingdom (35%)
- Denmark (10%)
- Luxembourg (10%)
- United States (5%)
- Spain (5%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Software
- Information Technology
- Finance
- Machine Learning
- Fintech
- Financial Services
- Saas
- Devops
- Hospitality
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