Serge Chiaramonte

Serge Chiaramonte is a highly experienced venture capital and private equity professional based in London, currently serving as a Growth Partner & Investor at Scale Up Capital. His career spans over two decades, marked by a deep involvement in scaling technology companies, particularly within the B2B SaaS and tech-enabled services sectors. Chiaramonte's expertise extends beyond capital deployment, encompassing strategic guidance and operational support for growth-stage businesses.

Prior to his current role, Chiaramonte spent a decade as a Partner at Octopus Ventures, one of Europe's largest venture capital firms, from 2012 to 2022. During his tenure there, he was instrumental in identifying and nurturing high-growth companies, having invested in over 20 companies and actively managing a portfolio of more than 10 companies. His significant contributions at Octopus Ventures included involvement in successful exits such as SwiftKey (acquired by Microsoft), Secret Escapes, and Zoopla. Before Octopus, he gained valuable experience in private equity as a Director at Barclays Private Equity and Barclays Ventures.

At Scale Up Capital, Serge Chiaramonte focuses on providing growth capital and operational expertise to ambitious scale-ups. The firm typically invests between £5 million and £20 million in companies, which translates to approximately $6.3 million to $25.2 million based on recent exchange rates. This strategic approach highlights his commitment to not only funding but also actively contributing to the long-term success and expansion of portfolio companies. His extensive background in both venture capital and private equity positions him as a valuable partner for companies navigating significant growth phases.