Eureka Venture SGR
Description
Eureka! Venture SGR is a prominent Italian venture capital firm, authorized by the Bank of Italy as an Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM). Based in Milano, the firm specializes in deep tech investments, focusing on the critical area of technology transfer from universities and research centers into viable commercial enterprises. Their investment strategy is primarily directed towards early-stage companies, spanning from seed rounds through Series A, with a keen interest in sectors such as advanced materials, sustainable chemistry, and life sciences.
The firm plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between scientific innovation and market application, aiming to transform groundbreaking research into high-growth businesses. Eureka! Venture SGR's investment approach typically involves providing initial capital to promising startups, with a focus on long-term growth and strategic support. They are known for their hands-on approach, assisting portfolio companies with business development, intellectual property management, and market entry strategies.
Eureka! Venture SGR manages several significant funds dedicated to deep tech. Their first fund, Eureka! I - Technology Transfer Fund, successfully closed at €60 million, demonstrating their initial commitment to the sector. Building on this success, they launched Eureka! II - Technology Transfer Fund, which achieved a first closing of €70 million in 2023, with an ambitious target to reach €150 million. These funds underscore their dedication to fostering innovation and supporting the commercialization of cutting-edge technologies emerging from the Italian and European research ecosystems.
Through their strategic investments and active management, Eureka! Venture SGR contributes significantly to the development of a robust deep tech ecosystem in Italy. Their focus on technology transfer ensures that valuable scientific discoveries find pathways to impact industries and society, reinforcing their position as a key player in the European venture capital landscape.
Investor Profile
Eureka Venture SGR has backed more than 23 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 9 rounds, about 39% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Italy.
- Strong thematic focus on Nanotechnology, Manufacturing, Medical Device.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $540K – $3.2M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (43%)
- Series Unknown (26%)
- Pre Seed (9%)
- Series A (9%)
- Series C (4%)
- Series D (4%)
- Series B (4%)
Country Focus
- Italy (100%)
Industry Focus
- Nanotechnology
- Manufacturing
- Medical Device
- Energy
- Renewable Energy
- Biotechnology
- Sensor
- 3d Printing
- Electronics
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
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