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Invision Private Equity AG

Europe, Zug, Switzerland, Zug

Description

Invision Private Equity AG, established in 1997 and headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, stands as a prominent private equity firm with a dedicated focus on investing in established mid-sized companies across German-speaking Europe. The firm primarily targets businesses demonstrating significant growth potential, aiming to provide capital and strategic support to facilitate their expansion and market leadership. With a long-standing presence in the European private equity landscape, Invision has built a reputation for its hands-on approach and deep understanding of regional markets.

The firm's investment strategy is multifaceted, encompassing succession solutions for owner-managed businesses, growth financing for rapidly expanding enterprises, and corporate spin-offs. Invision seeks to partner with management teams to unlock value and drive sustainable development. Their sector interests are diverse yet targeted, including Business Services, Software & Technology, Healthcare, Industrial Tech, and Consumer & E-commerce. This broad yet specialized approach allows Invision to identify compelling opportunities across various industries that align with their growth-oriented mandate.

Invision has demonstrated substantial financial capacity and a robust investment track record over its history. The firm has successfully raised more than EUR 1.1 billion in capital across its various funds, underscoring its significant financial backing and investor confidence. This capital has been deployed across a substantial portfolio, with Invision having invested in over 60 companies since its inception. Typically, Invision's equity investments range between EUR 10 million and EUR 50 million per transaction, providing substantial capital for its target companies. Their most recent fund, Invision VI, closed in 2022 with commitments totaling EUR 400 million, further solidifying their capacity for future investments.

Investor Profile

Invision Private Equity AG has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 35% of its total and boasts 8 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Series Unknown, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United States, Switzerland.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Internet, Manufacturing.
  • Typical check size: $10.8M – $54M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (57%)
  • Series Unknown (22%)
  • Series B (9%)
  • Series C (9%)
  • Series A (4%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (35%)
  • United States (26%)
  • Switzerland (22%)
  • Hungary (4%)
  • Russian Federation (4%)
  • The Netherlands (4%)
  • Australia (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Internet
  • Manufacturing
  • E-commerce
  • Mobile
  • Medical
  • Mobile Payments
  • Wireless
  • Health Care
  • Fashion
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Who does Invision Private Equity AG frequently co-invest with?

Shea Ventures
North America, California, United States, Walnut
Co-Investments: 1
Actua Corporation
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Radnor
Co-Investments: 1
Sutter Hill Ventures
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 2
TransCosmos
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Co-Investments: 1
BP
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
Nexus Group
South America, Lima, Peru, Lima
Co-Investments: 2
HarbourVest Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 1
CC
North America, Minnesota, United States, Minneapolis
Co-Investments: 1
Accel
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 2
CIBC
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Invision Private Equity AG?

ROOF

Grünwald, Bayern, Germany

ROOF GmbH is a professional football player advisory agency.

Fantasy SportsSoccerSports
Private EquityApr 14, 2022
LipoClinic

Mülheim An Der Ruhr, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

LipoClinic focuses on the operational treatment of the lipedema.

Health CareMedicalTherapeutics
Private EquitySep 22, 2021
Reisenthel Accessoires

Gilching, Bayern, Germany

Reisenthel Accessoires is a wholesale of leather goods, luggage, gifts and giveaways.

Consumer GoodsFashionRetail
Private EquityDec 9, 2019
Vista Alpina

Visp, Valais, Switzerland

Vista Alpina is an eye center that includes eye examinations, conservative treatment services.

EyewearHealth CareMedical
Private EquityJul 4, 2019
KADI

Langenthal, Bern, Switzerland

KADI produces high quality frozen food products and is recognized as a leading brand in the Swiss food service sector.

Food and BeverageLocal BusinessRecipes
Private EquityDec 18, 2018
Ledlenser

Portland, Oregon, United States

Ledlenser manufactures lighting equipment.

LightingManufacturingSporting Goods
Private EquityDec 6, 2018
ABC Design

Albbruck, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

ABC Design is a supplier of strollers.

Private EquityNov 13, 2018
NicLen

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

NicLen is the provider of prime dry hire services for professional customers across Europe.

IndustrialRental
Private EquityJun 26, 2018
Schneider Group

Moscow, Moscow City, Russian Federation

Schneider Group is a business consulting company that offers legal and tax services.

FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceTax Consulting
Private EquityNov 4, 2015
Netviewer

Karlsruhe, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Netviewer manufactures and provides web conferencing solutions for users to view and edit documents jointly on the internet.

InternetManufacturingSoftware
Series UnknownMay 9, 2007
Amount Raised: $12,240,000