
Imprimatur Capital Fund Management
Description
Imprimatur Capital Fund Management is a Riga, Latvia-based venture capital firm specializing in seed-stage investments within the technology sector. Established with a clear focus on nurturing early-stage startups, the firm primarily targets promising ventures emerging from the Baltic and Nordic regions. Its strategic location and regional expertise position it as a key player in the burgeoning tech ecosystems of Northern Europe, aiming to identify and support innovative companies from their foundational stages.
The firm's investment strategy centers on providing crucial early capital to nascent tech companies. Imprimatur Capital typically deploys initial seed cheques ranging from approximately $110,000 (€100,000) to $550,000 (€500,000). This initial funding is often complemented by significant follow-on investments, which can extend up to $1.65 million (€1.5 million) as portfolio companies demonstrate growth and require further capital for scaling. This tiered investment approach allows Imprimatur Capital to support its portfolio companies through various stages of their early development, from concept validation to market expansion.
Imprimatur Capital has managed multiple funds to execute its investment mandate. Its first significant vehicle, Imprimatur Capital Seed Fund I, closed with approximately $12.3 million (€10 million) in commitments. Building on this initial success, the firm subsequently launched Imprimatur Capital Seed Fund II, which secured around $25 million (€20 million), significantly expanding its capacity to invest in the region's most promising startups. These funds underscore the firm's commitment to fostering technological innovation and economic growth across the Baltic and Nordic landscapes.
The firm's portfolio reflects its commitment to a diverse range of technology sectors, including but not limited to SaaS, fintech, and deep tech. By focusing on the unique strengths and opportunities within the Baltic and Nordic startup scenes, Imprimatur Capital plays a vital role in connecting local innovation with global markets, contributing to the overall vibrancy and maturation of the regional tech ecosystem.
Investor Profile
Imprimatur Capital Fund Management has backed more than 80 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 16 rounds, about 20% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Debt Financing, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Latvia, United States, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Manufacturing.
- Typical check size: $110K – $550K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (46%)
- Debt Financing (34%)
- Series Unknown (15%)
- Series A (3%)
- Non Equity Assistance (1%)
- Convertible Note (1%)
Country Focus
- Latvia (75%)
- United States (9%)
- United Kingdom (6%)
- Sweden (3%)
- Bulgaria (3%)
- Uganda (1%)
- Finland (1%)
- Russian Federation (1%)
- Australia (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Manufacturing
- Analytics
- Electronics
- Education
- Internet
- Apps
- Nanotechnology
- 3d Technology
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