
North-East Venture
Description
North-East Venture is a Copenhagen-based early-stage venture capital firm that strategically invests in ambitious founders building the next generation of global technology companies. Operating as a multi-stage fund, North-East Venture primarily focuses on Seed and Series A rounds, often serving as the crucial first institutional investor for promising startups. Their investment philosophy centers on providing not just capital, but also strategic guidance and support to help portfolio companies scale internationally from their Nordic base.
The firm's latest fund, NEV II, boasts a substantial €75 million in committed capital, underscoring its capacity to support significant growth. North-East Venture is dedicated to identifying and nurturing innovative tech ventures with global ambitions, having already built a diverse portfolio of over 20 companies spanning across 7 different countries. This broad geographical reach and sector focus highlight their commitment to fostering a wide array of technological advancements.
North-East Venture's typical initial investment ranges from €500,000 to €3 million, demonstrating their flexibility in supporting companies at various points within the early growth curve. Beyond the initial cheque, the firm emphasizes its significant follow-on capacity, ensuring continued support as portfolio companies mature and require additional funding rounds. This long-term partnership approach, combined with their deep industry expertise, positions North-East Venture as a key player in the European early-stage tech investment landscape.
Investor Profile
North-East Venture has backed more than 22 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 18% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Denmark, United Kingdom, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, 3D Technology, Computer.
- Typical check size: $540K – $3.2M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (73%)
- Seed (23%)
- Pre Seed (5%)
Country Focus
- Denmark (82%)
- United Kingdom (14%)
- Germany (5%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- 3d Technology
- Computer
- Content
- Internet Of Things
- Motion Capture
- Simulation
- Sports
- Training
- Wearables
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