
Sambrinvest
Description
Sambrinvest is a pivotal public investment fund dedicated to fostering economic development within the Charleroi-Thuin region of Belgium. Established with a mandate to stimulate local growth and job creation, the firm acts as a strategic financial partner for companies at various stages of their lifecycle. Its core mission revolves around providing capital and support to businesses rooted in the region, thereby contributing to a vibrant and sustainable local economy.
The firm's investment strategy is comprehensive, spanning from early-stage seed funding to significant growth capital. For nascent startups, Sambrinvest typically provides seed investments starting from €50,000 (approximately $54,000 USD), designed to help innovative concepts gain initial traction. As companies mature, the firm scales its support, offering venture capital for growth phases and substantial growth capital for established businesses seeking expansion. Their largest typical first cheques can extend up to €5,000,000 (approximately $5,400,000 USD), demonstrating their capacity to back ambitious projects and contribute significantly to their development.
Beyond general investment, Sambrinvest has established specialized funds to address key strategic sectors. These include Sambrinvest Health, focusing on biotech and medtech innovations; Sambrinvest Digital, supporting digital transformation initiatives; and Sambrinvest Circular, promoting circular economy models. This multi-faceted approach allows them to provide tailored financial solutions and expertise, aligning with specific industry needs and regional strategic priorities.
Sambrinvest emphasizes long-term partnerships and often engages in co-investment alongside private and other public entities, leveraging collective resources for greater impact. With a portfolio boasting over 100 active participations, the firm plays a crucial role in the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem. Its commitment extends beyond mere capital injection, aiming to build robust companies that generate sustainable value and employment opportunities within the Charleroi-Thuin area.
Investor Profile
Sambrinvest has backed more than 34 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 12% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Belgium, France, The Netherlands.
- Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Health Care, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $54K – $5.4M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (35%)
- Series A (26%)
- Series B (24%)
- Series Unknown (12%)
- Pre Seed (3%)
Country Focus
- Belgium (76%)
- France (15%)
- The Netherlands (6%)
- Spain (3%)
Industry Focus
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Information Technology
- Medical
- Therapeutics
- Pharmaceutical
- Health Diagnostics
- Life Science
- Big Data
- Cloud Data Services
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