
PUSH VC
Description
PUSH VC, an early-stage venture capital firm based in Vienna, Austria, is a prominent investor focused on Pre-Seed and Seed stage startups. The firm distinguishes itself through its dedicated investment in Health Tech and Green Tech sectors, specifically targeting companies that demonstrate the potential for significant positive impact. PUSH VC's investment philosophy centers on backing innovative solutions that address critical global challenges, aligning financial returns with a strong commitment to sustainability and societal well-being.
The firm typically deploys initial investment tickets ranging from €100,000 to €500,000, providing crucial early capital to promising ventures. While their primary focus is on these initial rounds, PUSH VC also maintains the capacity to participate in follow-on investments, supporting portfolio companies as they scale. A key criterion for PUSH VC is the strength and vision of the founding teams, seeking out outstanding entrepreneurs with deep expertise and a clear path to execution. Their strategic approach is designed to foster long-term partnerships, offering more than just capital but also active support and guidance.
Beyond financial investment, PUSH VC leverages its ecosystem to provide substantial value to its portfolio companies. This includes access to a robust network of industry experts, mentors, and potential partners. The firm is closely associated with the Push Forward accelerator, which further enhances its ability to nurture and accelerate the growth of early-stage startups. As of early 2024, PUSH VC has made over 15 investments, demonstrating a consistent commitment to building a diverse portfolio of high-impact technology companies across Europe. Their hands-on approach and sector-specific expertise position them as a valuable partner for founders in the health and green technology spaces.
Investor Profile
PUSH VC has backed more than 34 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 18% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Austria, Germany, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $108K – $540K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (41%)
- Series A (18%)
- Pre Seed (15%)
- Series Unknown (9%)
- Series B (6%)
- Angel (6%)
- Undisclosed (6%)
Country Focus
- Austria (59%)
- Germany (21%)
- United States (12%)
- Kenya (3%)
- South Africa (3%)
- Philippines (3%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Apps
- Logistics
- Health Care
- Biotechnology
- Saas
- Energy
- Renewable Energy
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