
GO CAPITAL
Description
GO CAPITAL is a prominent venture capital firm based in Rennes, France, specializing in the financing of innovative companies across Western France. Established in 2003, the firm has positioned itself as a key player in the regional ecosystem, primarily targeting businesses within Brittany, Pays de la Loire, and Normandy. With a strategic focus on fostering local innovation, GO CAPITAL provides crucial capital to early-stage and growing enterprises, contributing significantly to the economic development of these regions.
The firm's investment strategy spans seed, venture, and growth capital stages, demonstrating a flexible approach to supporting companies throughout their lifecycle. GO CAPITAL manages a substantial portfolio of funds, totaling approximately €250 million, which translates to roughly $270 million USD based on recent exchange rates. This significant capital base allows them to deploy resources effectively across a diverse range of high-potential ventures. Their commitment to long-term partnerships is evident in their willingness to provide follow-on funding to successful portfolio companies.
GO CAPITAL's initial investment cheques typically range from €100,000 to €2 million, equivalent to approximately $108,000 to $2.16 million USD. This range caters to a variety of early-stage needs, from initial seed funding to more substantial Series A rounds. For companies demonstrating continued growth and potential, GO CAPITAL is prepared to provide significant follow-on investments, which can extend up to €5 million. Since its inception, the firm has actively invested in over 100 companies, showcasing a robust track record of identifying and nurturing promising ventures. Their sector focus primarily includes digital technologies, health, industrial innovations, and environmental solutions, reflecting a diversified yet targeted investment thesis.
Investor Profile
GO CAPITAL has backed more than 120 startups, with 10 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 46 rounds, about 38% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in France, Canada, Israel.
- Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Health Care, Software.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $108K – $2.2M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (37%)
- Seed (24%)
- Series A (20%)
- Series B (8%)
- Series C (5%)
- Series D (3%)
- Undisclosed (1%)
- Private Equity (1%)
- Equity Crowdfunding (1%)
- Series F (1%)
Country Focus
- France (95%)
- Canada (3%)
- Israel (3%)
Industry Focus
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Software
- Medical Device
- Manufacturing
- Medical
- Information Technology
- Energy
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Robotics
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