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eCAPITAL ENTREPRENEURIAL PARTNERS

Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Münster

Description

eCAPITAL Entrepreneurial Partners is a prominent German venture capital firm established in 1999, headquartered in Münster with additional offices in Munich and Berlin. The firm is dedicated to providing early to growth stage funding to innovative technology companies, primarily within the European landscape. With a strategic focus on sectors critical to future economic development, eCAPITAL has built a reputation for identifying and nurturing high-potential ventures.

The firm's investment strategy targets companies operating in specialized technology domains, including software & IT, cybersecurity, Industry 4.0, new materials, and cleantech. eCAPITAL is known for its hands-on approach, offering not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to its extensive network to support the growth of its portfolio companies. Their typical initial investment for a company ranges from approximately $1.08 million (€1 million) to $16.2 million (€15 million), demonstrating their commitment to significant early-stage backing.

eCAPITAL has successfully raised multiple funds, accumulating a total volume exceeding €300 million, which translates to approximately $327 million. This substantial capital base enables them to provide robust financial support, including the capacity to invest up to €25 million (around $27 million) over the lifecycle of a portfolio company through follow-on rounds. Their long-term partnership philosophy underscores their commitment to helping founders scale their businesses and achieve market leadership. The firm's consistent activity and strategic sector focus position it as a key player in the European venture capital ecosystem.

Investor Profile

eCAPITAL ENTREPRENEURIAL PARTNERS has backed more than 113 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 79 rounds, about 70% of its total and boasts 21 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Series Unknown, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United States, Italy.
  • Strong thematic focus on Information Technology, Software, Manufacturing.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1.1M – $16.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (29%)
  • Series Unknown (20%)
  • Series B (19%)
  • Seed (12%)
  • Series C (10%)
  • Series D (5%)
  • Series E (2%)
  • Convertible Note (2%)
  • Private Equity (1%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (90%)
  • United States (4%)
  • Italy (2%)
  • Belgium (2%)
  • Spain (1%)
  • United Kingdom (1%)
  • The Netherlands (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Information Technology
  • Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Cyber Security
  • Energy
  • Saas
  • Renewable Energy
  • Network Security
  • Analytics
  • Enterprise Software
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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 eCAPITAL ENTREPRENEURIAL PARTNERS frequently co-invest with?

Wellington Partners
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 4
KfW
Europe, Hessen, Germany, Frankfurt
Co-Investments: 4
Target Partners
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 3
BayBG Venture Capital
Europe, Bayern, Germany, München
Co-Investments: 4
Wecken & Cie.
Europe, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, Basel
Co-Investments: 3
HTGF | High-Tech Gruenderfonds
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Bonn
Co-Investments: 16
IRIS
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
TGFS - Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen
Europe, Sachsen, Germany, Leipzig
Co-Investments: 6
Munich Venture Partners
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 9
IBB Ventures
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does eCAPITAL ENTREPRENEURIAL PARTNERS often collaborate with?

JK
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Shared Deals: 2
CO
Europe, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany, Kempten
Shared Deals: 1
FF
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 2
TP
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
WF
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Spalt
Shared Deals: 1
GD
Europe, Hainaut, Belgium, Vaulx-lez-tournai
Shared Deals: 1
SS
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Cologne
Shared Deals: 1
MS
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 2
TG
Europe, Hessen, Germany, Frankfurt
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by eCAPITAL ENTREPRENEURIAL PARTNERS?

MOTOR AI

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Motor AI is a developer of AI systems based on cognitive neuroscience for autonomous driving.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous Vehicles
SeedJul 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $19,965,626
Baobab

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Baobab is a cyber insurance company protecting organizations against cyber threats using technology, knowledge, and insurance.

Cyber SecurityInsurance
Series AJun 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,702,619
node.energy

Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany

node.energy builds SaaS solutions for the regulatory and commercial management of decentralized energy supply systems.

EnergyEnergy ManagementSaaS
Series BApr 23, 2025
Amount Raised: $16,985,234
Exein

Roma, Lazio, Italy

Exein is a firmware-focused cybersecurity startup that develops an open-source IoT security framework.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyInternet of ThingsNetwork SecuritySoftware
Series BJul 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $16,297,581
Dryad Networks

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Dryad is an environmental IoT startup that develops a IoT networks for forest owners.

AnalyticsGreenTechInformation TechnologyInternet of ThingsTelecommunications
Convertible NoteMar 20, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,125,032
BeeOLED

Dresden, Sachsen, Germany

BeeOLED solves a significant issue in the OLED field.

3D TechnologyInformation Technology
Series AAug 23, 2023
Amount Raised: $14,451,432
QuoIntelligence

Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany

Our Finished Intelligence, tailor-made for your organization

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber SecurityMachine LearningRisk ManagementSaaS
SeedJul 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,489,101
Tenzir

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

Tenzir is the open-source platform for security teams to build powerful security data pipelines using simple plug-and-play building blocks.

Information TechnologyNetwork Security
SeedJun 28, 2023
Amount Raised: $545,763
1Komma5°

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

1Komma5° is an electricity company offering free electricity to all electric vehicle owners financed through trading using GHG quotas.

ManufacturingRenewable EnergySemiconductor
Series BJun 23, 2023
Amount Raised: $272,910,867
Liefergrün

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Liefergrün is a technology platform striving for the most convenient and sustainable delivery experience in e-commerce.

E-CommerceLogistics
Convertible NoteMay 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $7,511,939