
tecnet equity
Description
tecnet equity is a prominent Austrian venture capital fund based in Sankt Pölten, Lower Austria, with a clear mandate to foster innovation and economic growth within the region and beyond. Established in 2004, the fund primarily targets high-tech companies exhibiting strong growth potential and innovative business models. Their investment strategy is centered on providing early to growth-stage capital to startups and scale-ups that are developing cutting-edge technologies and solutions across various sectors, including IT, life sciences, industrial tech, and clean energy. As a strategic partner, tecnet equity not only provides financial backing but also offers active support, leveraging its extensive network and expertise to help portfolio companies navigate market challenges and accelerate their development.
The fund typically deploys equity capital, often participating in co-investment rounds alongside other venture capital firms, business angels, or strategic investors. This collaborative approach allows them to support larger funding rounds and share risks, while also bringing diverse perspectives and resources to their portfolio companies. tecnet equity's first cheque sizes generally range from approximately €200,000 to €2 million per company, reflecting their commitment to supporting promising ventures from their initial growth phases through to more mature stages. These investments are designed to fuel product development, market expansion, and team scaling, providing the necessary runway for companies to achieve their next significant milestones.
Since its inception, tecnet equity has built a robust portfolio of over 100 innovative companies, demonstrating its significant impact on the Austrian startup ecosystem. Their long-term commitment is evident in their willingness to provide follow-on investments, supporting their portfolio companies through multiple funding rounds as they continue to grow and scale. Beyond capital, tecnet equity offers strategic guidance, access to industry experts, and assistance with internationalization efforts, aiming to maximize the success potential of their ventures. Their focus on high-tech sectors underscores their belief in the transformative power of technology to drive economic value and create sustainable competitive advantages.
Investor Profile
tecnet equity has backed more than 58 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 19 rounds, about 33% of its total and boasts 8 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Austria.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, SaaS.
- Typical check size: $216K – $2.2M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (48%)
- Series A (24%)
- Series Unknown (17%)
- Pre Seed (7%)
- Undisclosed (2%)
- Series B (2%)
Country Focus
- Austria (100%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Saas
- Unified Communications
- Mobile
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- E-commerce
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Apps
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