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Synergo Capital

Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan

Description

Synergo Capital, operating as Synergo SGR, stands as a leading independent asset management firm headquartered in Milan, Italy, with an additional presence in New York. While some descriptions broadly include venture capital, the firm's primary and well-established focus is on private equity, specifically targeting growth equity and buyout opportunities within the Italian small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) landscape. Synergo's strategy centers on acquiring significant minority or majority stakes in established companies, aiming to foster their expansion, facilitate international market entry, and support industry consolidation.

The firm manages substantial capital across its various funds. Notably, its Synergo Capital II fund successfully closed with commitments totaling €250 million, demonstrating significant investor confidence. Following this, Synergo Capital III further solidified their market position, reaching an impressive €300 million. These funds enable Synergo to deploy considerable capital into their portfolio companies, typically investing between €10 million and €40 million per transaction. This investment range underscores their commitment to mature businesses with proven track records, rather than early-stage startups.

Synergo Capital differentiates itself through an active partnership approach, working closely with the management teams of its portfolio companies. Their involvement extends beyond mere capital injection, encompassing strategic guidance, operational enhancements, and support for inorganic growth initiatives. This hands-on methodology aims to unlock value and drive sustainable development, positioning Synergo as a key player in the Italian private equity ecosystem dedicated to empowering robust domestic businesses for future success.

Investor Profile

Synergo Capital has backed more than 31 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 29 rounds, about 94% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Italy, Switzerland, Germany.
  • Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Information Technology, Software.
  • Typical check size: $10.8M – $43.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (87%)
  • Series A (10%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)

Country Focus

  • Italy (87%)
  • Switzerland (3%)
  • Germany (3%)
  • Spain (3%)
  • Portugal (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Manufacturing
  • Information Technology
  • Software
  • Food And Beverage
  • Electronics
  • Automotive
  • Autonomous Vehicles
  • Machinery Manufacturing
  • Chemical
  • Industrial
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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Synergo Capital frequently co-invest with?

P101
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Co-Investments: 1
CE
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Co-Investments: 1
Azimut Libera Impresa
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milano
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Synergo Capital often collaborate with?

AC
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Shared Deals: 1
FC
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Synergo Capital?

Soplaya

Udine, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Soplaya is the sustainable, diverse & efficient B2B food supply service, connecting Chefs and Farmers directly.

Food and BeverageRestaurants
Series UnknownNov 28, 2023
Amount Raised: $12,654,843
Glickon S.p.A.

Milano, Lombardia, Italy

People Experience & Analytics | Work better, Live better

AnalyticsEducationEmploymentGamificationHuman ResourcesPredictive AnalyticsRecruitingSkill AssessmentSoftware
Series AMay 30, 2022
Amount Raised: $5,817,367
4Gift

Milano, Lombardia, Italy

4Gift is a B2B/SaaS solution used by leading brands in the world to enable gifting functionalities online.

E-CommerceGiftSocial
Series ADec 20, 2021
Contents

Milan, Lombardia, Italy

Contents is a Generative AI company that has developed a SaaS platform to support any business in content creation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ContentGenerative AIInformation TechnologySaaSSoftware
Series AMar 18, 2021
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Toscotec

Marlia, Toscana, Italy

Toscotec designs and manufactures machines, and systems and components.

Machinery Manufacturing
Private EquityFeb 15, 2016
Kirey Group

Milan, Lombardia, Italy

Kirey Group supports companies in their transformation towards a digital business

ConsultingInformation TechnologyLegalSoftware
Private EquityJan 1, 2016
Raccortubi Group

Milano, Lombardia, Italy

Raccortubi is a manufacturers and suppliers of piping materials used in critical applications such as chemical and petrochemical plants.

ManufacturingOil and Gas
Private EquityJan 7, 2015
Amount Raised: $29,594,835
Building Energy

Milano, Lombardia, Italy

Italy-based renewable energy producer .

Building MaintenanceEnergyRenewable Energy
Private EquityJun 28, 2013
Amount Raised: $26,047,059
The Cobra Group

Varese, Lombardia, Italy

The Cobra Group is an Electronics company.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectronicsSecurity
Private EquitySep 29, 2008
Gruppo Waste Italia

Milan, Lombardia, Italy

Gruppo Waste Italia helps companies manage their waste in environmentally friendly ways.

Energy EfficiencyIndustrialWaste Management
Private EquityAug 7, 2008