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WENVEST Capital

Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich

Description

WENVEST Capital is a private venture capital firm based in Munich, Germany, dedicated to fostering the growth of early-stage B2B SaaS startups within the DACH region, encompassing Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Established in 2022, the firm has quickly positioned itself as a focused investor in the burgeoning European tech ecosystem. Their strategic geographic and sectorial focus allows them to develop deep expertise and a targeted network within the B2B software as a service landscape.

The firm primarily targets companies in the Seed to Series A stages, seeking out ventures with robust technological foundations, inherently scalable business models, and a clear trajectory towards market leadership. WENVEST Capital typically deploys initial investments ranging from €0.5 million to €2 million, demonstrating a commitment to providing substantial early-stage capital. This initial commitment also comes with the potential for follow-on investments, indicating a long-term partnership approach with their portfolio companies.

WENVEST Capital's investment philosophy emphasizes identifying startups that not only possess innovative solutions but also exhibit strong execution capabilities and a defined path to commercial success. While specific details on their operational support or mentorship programs are not extensively publicized, their focus on scalable business models suggests an emphasis on strategic guidance to achieve rapid growth. Their portfolio includes promising companies such as AI-omatic Solutions GmbH, reflecting their commitment to investing in cutting-edge B2B AI solutions. The firm's lean structure, with a small dedicated team, likely allows for a highly personalized and hands-on approach with their limited number of portfolio companies.

Investor Profile

WENVEST Capital has backed more than 33 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 24% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United Kingdom, Switzerland.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Financial Services.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $540K – $2.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (36%)
  • Series A (33%)
  • Series Unknown (15%)
  • Pre Seed (6%)
  • Series B (6%)
  • Series D (3%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (79%)
  • United Kingdom (12%)
  • Switzerland (9%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Financial Services
  • Health Care
  • Fintech
  • Saas
  • Biotechnology
  • Greentech
  • Banking
  • Consulting
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does WENVEST Capital frequently co-invest with?

Motive Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
AR
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Grünwald
Co-Investments: 2
H&M Group Ventures
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Co-Investments: 2
BayBG Venture Capital
Europe, Bayern, Germany, München
Co-Investments: 3
Dquadrat Equity Partner
Europe, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Stuttgart
Co-Investments: 3
HTGF | High-Tech Gruenderfonds
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Bonn
Co-Investments: 6
Capnamic Ventures
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Cologne
Co-Investments: 3
University of Cambridge Enterprise
Europe, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 2
SAGANA
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 2
Karista
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does WENVEST Capital often collaborate with?

AL
Europe, Niedersachsen, Germany, Jesteburg
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
JB
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 1
PS
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 1
FJ
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 2
FH
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Starnberg
Shared Deals: 1
FB
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Kreuzberg
Shared Deals: 1
LG
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Shared Deals: 1
PZ
Europe, Geneve, Switzerland, Geneva
Shared Deals: 2
MR
Europe, Hessen, Germany, Frankfurt
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by WENVEST Capital?

Penzilla

Munich, Bayern, Germany

Penzilla offers a solution that helps everyone get the maximum benefit from corporate pension options.

FinTechSoftware
SeedMay 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,594,831
Circula

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Circula is an automated app to manage expenses and employee benefits such as meal vouchers that saves about 70% process costs in accounting.

Financial ServicesSaaSSoftwareTravel
Series AMay 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $17,043,498
Planted Green

Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Our AI software offers full ESG management, from materiality analysis and carbon footprint to CSRD reports and biodiversity protection.

OrganicRenewable EnergySustainability
SeedFeb 10, 2025
Amount Raised: $5,166,020
eyva.ai

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Meet eyva - you guide to a winning product portfolio.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataConsumerInformation TechnologyMachine LearningMarket ResearchNatural Language ProcessingSoftwareText Analytics
SeedDec 13, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,889,047
repath

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

Identify, understand and act on climate risks decades before they happen with repath's SaaS-solution.

GreenTechInfrastructureSoftwareSupply Chain Management
SeedSep 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,017,409
mybacs

Zug, Zug, Switzerland

mybacs is a Biotechnology company specialized in the human microbiome.

BiotechnologyE-CommerceHealth CareShopping
Series AOct 19, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,900,000
Kranus Health

Munich, Bayern, Germany

Virtual Care in Urology

Health Care
Series AOct 2, 2023
Amount Raised: $8,500,000
Penzilla GmbH

Munich, Bayern, Germany

Penzilla GmbH offers a solution that helps everyone get the maximum benefit from corporate pension options.

FinTechSoftware
SeedMay 8, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,749,259
repath

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

Identify, understand and act on climate risks decades before they happen with repath's SaaS-solution.

GreenTechInfrastructureSoftwareSupply Chain Management
Pre SeedDec 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,274,900
anybill

Regensburg, Bayern, Germany

We provide technology and infrastructure to create smart added value for the connected POS of the future.

AppsFinTechInformation TechnologyRetailRetail TechnologySoftware
SeedAug 8, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,161,491