Golden Egg Check Capital
Description
Golden Egg Check Capital is the dedicated venture capital fund operating as the investment arm of Golden Egg Check, a leading platform for startups, scale-ups, and investors based in Enschede, The Netherlands. Established to bridge the funding gap for promising early-stage technology companies, the fund leverages the extensive network and data insights of its parent platform. It plays a crucial role in nurturing the Dutch tech ecosystem by providing essential capital and strategic support to nascent ventures.
The fund primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage tech startups within the Netherlands. Golden Egg Check Capital typically deploys initial investments ranging from approximately $108,000 (€100,000) to $540,000 (€500,000). Beyond the initial cheque, the fund also reserves capital for follow-on investments, demonstrating a long-term commitment to its portfolio companies' growth. The fund announced its first close with a total capital commitment of €10 million (approximately $10.8 million), specifically earmarked for early-stage Dutch innovation.
What sets Golden Egg Check Capital apart is its integrated approach, combining capital provision with the robust resources of the Golden Egg Check platform. This includes access to a vast network of co-investors, industry experts, and potential strategic partners, alongside data-driven tools for market analysis and fundraising preparation. This holistic support system aims to significantly enhance the success rate of its portfolio companies, helping them not only secure funding but also scale effectively and achieve their next milestones. The fund's strategic location in Enschede further underscores its commitment to fostering regional and national technological advancements.
Investor Profile
Golden Egg Check Capital has backed more than 21 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 5% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Pre Seed, Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in The Netherlands, Germany, Estonia.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $108K – $540K.
Stage Focus
- Pre Seed (48%)
- Seed (48%)
- Series A (5%)
Country Focus
- The Netherlands (71%)
- Germany (10%)
- Estonia (5%)
- Portugal (5%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Saas
- Internet
- Marketplace
- Machine Learning
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Human Resources
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