Value Creation Capital

Value Creation Capital is a Dutch venture capital firm based in Bilthoven, specializing in early-stage and scale-up investments within the deep tech sector. The firm is dedicated to identifying and nurturing revolutionary, innovative B2B companies that leverage advanced technologies to shape future industries. Their investment thesis centers on disruptive technologies often originating from academic research or corporate spin-offs, with a keen eye on sectors such as artificial intelligence, photonics, quantum computing, advanced materials, robotics, and medtech. Value Creation Capital prides itself on being more than just a capital provider, offering active support in strategic development, market access, and team building to its portfolio companies.

The firm's investment strategy is highly focused on companies with strong intellectual property and a clear path to commercialization in global markets. They seek out founders with deep technical expertise and ambitious visions, aiming to accelerate their growth from nascent stages to market leadership. While primarily focused on the Netherlands, Value Creation Capital also considers opportunities across broader Europe, particularly where there is a strong nexus of research and innovation. Their commitment to deep tech reflects a belief in the long-term transformative potential of these technologies across various industries.

Value Creation Capital typically provides initial investments ranging from €0.5 million to €3 million, targeting seed and Series A rounds. This initial capital is designed to help companies achieve critical milestones, such as product development, market validation, and team expansion. Furthermore, the firm demonstrates a strong commitment to its portfolio companies through their growth journey, with the capacity for significant follow-on investments up to €10 million. As of early 2024, their portfolio showcases a diverse range of over 25 deep tech companies, including several successful exits, underscoring their expertise and success in this specialized domain.