
Superangel
Description
Superangel is an early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with a primary focus on the Baltics and Nordics, though its reach extends to promising startups across broader Europe. Founded by a trio of experienced entrepreneurs – Rain Rannu, Veljo Otsason, and Marek Kiisa – Superangel leverages its founders' deep operational expertise to support ambitious teams from the pre-seed and seed stages. The firm positions itself as a crucial first institutional investor for companies poised for global scale.
The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying high-potential startups with strong founders and innovative solutions. Superangel typically provides initial investments ranging from €100,000 to €1 million, aiming to be the foundational capital that propels early-stage companies forward. They are also known for their commitment to portfolio companies, often participating in follow-on rounds to support growth through subsequent funding stages. In 2022, Superangel successfully closed its second fund, Superangel II, at €42 million, demonstrating continued investor confidence in their strategy and team. This capital allows them to maintain their active investment pace and support a growing portfolio.
Superangel has built a reputation for backing some of the most successful tech companies emerging from the region. Its impressive portfolio includes unicorns and rapidly scaling ventures such as Bolt, a leading transportation platform; Veriff, an identity verification powerhouse; and Starship Technologies, known for its autonomous delivery robots. Other notable investments include Pactum, Montonio, and Salv, showcasing their diverse interest across various tech sectors. The firm's hands-on approach and extensive network contribute significantly to the success of its portfolio companies, solidifying its position as a key player in the European early-stage venture ecosystem.
Investor Profile
Superangel has backed more than 69 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 26 rounds, about 38% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Estonia, United States, Finland.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), FinTech.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $108K – $1.1M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (46%)
- Pre Seed (30%)
- Series A (12%)
- Angel (4%)
- Series Unknown (3%)
- Series C (1%)
- Convertible Note (1%)
- Series B (1%)
Country Focus
- Estonia (54%)
- United States (13%)
- Finland (6%)
- Latvia (4%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- The Netherlands (4%)
- Denmark (3%)
- Lithuania (3%)
- Singapore (3%)
- Canada (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Fintech
- Information Technology
- E-commerce
- Saas
- Machine Learning
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Finance
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