
TeleVenture Management
Description
TeleVenture Management AS is a well-established venture capital firm based in Oslo, Norway, with a significant history in the Nordic investment landscape. Founded in 1993, the firm specializes in providing capital to early-stage growth companies within the information and communication technology (ICT) and related sectors. Over its three decades of operation, TeleVenture Management AS has cultivated a robust portfolio, having invested in more than 70 companies since its inception. This extensive track record underscores its deep experience and commitment to fostering innovation within its chosen industries.
The firm's investment strategy is keenly focused on identifying promising early-stage companies that have already demonstrated a proven product or service and are generating initial revenues. TeleVenture Management AS seeks out ventures with strong management teams, indicating a preference for operational maturity and leadership capability alongside technological innovation. Their approach emphasizes active partnership with portfolio companies, aiming to support their growth trajectory beyond just financial injection.
TeleVenture Management AS typically deploys initial investments ranging from NOK 10 million to NOK 30 million. This translates to approximately $940,000 to $2,820,000 USD, based on current exchange rates, positioning them to support significant early-stage development. The firm also indicates a willingness for follow-on investments, providing continued support as their portfolio companies scale. This long-term perspective and substantial initial funding capacity make TeleVenture Management AS a key player in the Norwegian and broader Nordic venture capital ecosystem, particularly for technology-driven enterprises.
Investor Profile
TeleVenture Management has backed more than 26 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 17 rounds, about 65% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Norway, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Manufacturing, Advertising.
- Typical check size: $940K – $2.8M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (81%)
- Seed (8%)
- Series A (4%)
- Series C (4%)
- Undisclosed (4%)
Country Focus
- Norway (96%)
- United States (4%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Manufacturing
- Advertising
- Biotechnology
- Information Technology
- Crm
- E-commerce
- Marketing
- Mobile
- Proptech
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