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Ring Capital

Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris

Description

Ring Capital is a prominent Paris-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in "Tech for Good" companies across Europe. Established with a clear mission to support digital businesses that generate both financial returns and positive societal or environmental impact, the firm primarily targets Series A and Series B stage startups. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying innovative technologies that address critical global challenges, aligning profit with purpose and fostering sustainable growth within their portfolio.

The firm's investment strategy is highly focused on sectors such as education, health, environment, human resources, smart cities, and financial inclusion. Ring Capital seeks out B2B SaaS models and other scalable digital solutions that demonstrate strong growth potential alongside measurable impact. They typically deploy initial checks ranging from €1 million to €5 million, with the capacity for significant follow-on investments throughout a company's growth trajectory. This initial investment range translates to approximately $1.08 million to $5.4 million USD, depending on the prevailing exchange rate.

Ring Capital manages multiple funds, including its flagship "Ring Capital Tech for Good Fund II," which successfully closed at €120 million (approximately $130 million USD) in 2023. This fund aims to support 20 to 25 new companies, building on the success of their first Tech for Good fund which invested in around 20 startups. Beyond capital, Ring Capital provides portfolio companies with strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a robust network of experts and corporate partners, underscoring their dedication to driving meaningful change through technology.

Investor Profile

Ring Capital has backed more than 51 startups, with 13 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 19 rounds, about 37% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, Norway, Spain.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Internet, Training.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (27%)
  • Seed (22%)
  • Series Unknown (22%)
  • Pre Seed (10%)
  • Series B (8%)
  • Series C (4%)
  • Undisclosed (4%)
  • Series D (2%)
  • Debt Financing (2%)

Country Focus

  • France (80%)
  • Norway (4%)
  • Spain (4%)
  • Côte d'Ivoire (4%)
  • Canada (2%)
  • United States (2%)
  • Belgium (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Internet
  • Training
  • Social Media
  • Marketing
  • Recruiting
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
  • Retail
  • Financial Services
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Ring Capital frequently co-invest with?

Isai
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
Evolem Start
Europe, Rhone-Alpes, France, Lyon
Co-Investments: 3
Frenchfounders
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Citizen Capital
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
CC
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Asterion Ventures
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 5
INCO Ventures
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Kima Ventures
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 5
Mstudio
Africa, Lagunes, Côte d'Ivoire, Abidjan
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Ring Capital often collaborate with?

AI
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
LA
Europe, Monaco, Monaco
Shared Deals: 1
PT
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Boulogne-billancourt
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
MM
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
RA
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
TP
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 2
MT
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
FM
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
PD
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Ring Capital?

Solarock

Montigny-lès-cormeilles, Ile-de-France, France

Solarock is a French solar panel installer specializing in residential and small commercial self-consumption.

SeedJul 2, 2025
Amount Raised: $8,259,217
Ever Dye

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Ever Dye innovates in the fashion industry by developing ecological dyeing processes for the textile industry.

ChemicalFashionGreenTechTextiles
Series AJun 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $17,436,974
Enrise

Castelnau-le-lez, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Enrise is a solar developer specialising in self-consumption for commercial and industrial (C&I) real estate.

CommercialIndustrialReal EstateSolar
SeedJun 3, 2025
Amount Raised: $9,107,271
WeeFin

Neuilly-sur-seine, Ile-de-France, France

WeeFin is a fintech company that help financial institutions effectively manage and scale their sustainability and ESG strategies.

Financial ServicesFinTechSaaSSoftware
Series BApr 1, 2025
Amount Raised: $27,070,369
SPRiNG Collective

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

SPRiNG is a consumer goods company that offers clean and efficient laundry and cleaning products.

Consumer GoodsRetailShopping
Series AMar 18, 2025
Amount Raised: $10,938,753
Edumapper

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Edumapper is an educational platform providing tools to optimize learning experiences.

EducationHigher Education
Pre SeedFeb 27, 2025
Amount Raised: $5,197,019
Moea

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Moea is an Innovative vegan sneakers.

ApparelFashionRetail
SeedFeb 27, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,390,629
OFFROAD

Alfortville, Ile-de-France, France

OFFROAD is a French company specializing in road maintenance and public space management.

Building MaintenanceConstructionHardwareInfrastructure
SeedJan 28, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,564,740
Alpagga

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Alpagga is the online marketplace for purchase and sale of decommissioned agri-food equipments.

MarketingMarketplaceSales
UndisclosedNov 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,524,576

BLOK is a construction technology platform designed to simplify B2B purchasing of construction materials.

Construction
Pre SeedOct 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $829,834