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aldeA Ventures

Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona

Description

aldeA Ventures is a Barcelona, Spain-based venture capital firm dedicated to fostering innovation within the life sciences sector. Operating as a catalyst for the innovation economy, the firm primarily focuses on early-stage companies developing disruptive technologies. Their investment thesis centers on identifying and supporting promising ventures in biotechnology, medical technology (medtech), and digital health, aiming to drive significant advancements in healthcare. Founded by Managing Partners Josep Lluis Sanfeliu and Albert Ferrer, aldeA Ventures leverages deep industry expertise to guide its portfolio companies from their nascent stages.

The firm typically invests in Seed and Series A funding rounds, providing crucial capital to nascent companies. aldeA Ventures' initial investment range is between €500,000 and €2,000,000, which translates to approximately $540,000 to $2,160,000 USD based on current exchange rates. Beyond the initial cheque, the firm is prepared to make follow-on investments, potentially deploying up to €5,000,000 (approximately $5,400,000 USD) per company over its lifecycle, demonstrating a long-term commitment to its portfolio. This strategic approach ensures that companies receive sustained financial backing as they scale and mature.

aldeA Ventures manages its investments through its fund, aldeA Ventures I, which has a total funding amount of €20,000,000 (approximately $21,600,000 USD). As of recent data, the firm has made at least 10 investments, showcasing its active role in the European life sciences ecosystem. Their portfolio reflects a diverse range of companies, all aligned with their core focus on innovative healthcare solutions. By concentrating on early-stage ventures with high growth potential, aldeA Ventures aims to not only generate financial returns but also contribute to the development of groundbreaking medical technologies and therapies that can significantly impact global health.

Investor Profile

aldeA Ventures has backed more than 28 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 4% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Spain, United Kingdom, France.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Adventure Travel.
  • Typical check size: $540K – $2.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (32%)
  • Series A (21%)
  • Series Unknown (21%)
  • Series C (14%)
  • Series D (4%)
  • Private Equity (4%)
  • Seed (4%)

Country Focus

  • Spain (57%)
  • United Kingdom (18%)
  • France (7%)
  • Denmark (7%)
  • Germany (7%)
  • Belgium (4%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Adventure Travel
  • Reservations
  • Travel
  • Travel Accommodations
  • Property Management
  • Real Estate
  • Hospitality
  • Health Care
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FAQ

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

Who does aldeA Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Sabadell Venture Capital
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Co-Investments: 3
Isomer Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Seaya
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 5
DN Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
Headline
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
ICF Capital
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Co-Investments: 3
Eurazeo
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Octopus Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Kibo Ventures
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 3
Bonsai Partners
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does aldeA Ventures often collaborate with?

LM
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Shared Deals: 1
César Azpilicueta
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Shared Deals: 1
GZ
Europe, Geneve, Switzerland, Geneva
Shared Deals: 1
AO
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
GP
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Shared Deals: 1
RF
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
KM
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
JO
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AG
Europe, France
Shared Deals: 1
LR
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by aldeA Ventures?

Exoticca

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Exoticca develops an online booking platform to facilitate travel tour package deals.

Adventure TravelReservationsTravelTravel Accommodations
Series DJul 24, 2024
Amount Raised: $65,071,052
Automata

London, England, United Kingdom

Automata is a biotechnology company that provides workflow automation for the life sciences industry.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyLife ScienceRobotics
Series UnknownOct 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $40,000,000
Lodgify

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Lodgify is an all-in-one SaaS tool designed to simplify vacation rental marketing in the hospitality industry.

HospitalityProductivity ToolsSaaSVacation Rental
Series BNov 3, 2022
Amount Raised: $30,000,000
Toqio

London, England, United Kingdom

Toqio enables organizations to develop their fintech solution as an app or on the web.

BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTech
Series ASep 29, 2022
Amount Raised: $18,380,835
011h

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

011h is a construction company that specializes in sustainable building development.

ArchitectureConstruction
Series AJul 8, 2022
Amount Raised: $25,466,858
Shipfix

Vincennes, Ile-de-France, France

Shipfix operates as a data and community platform that helps with the operational efficiency in the maritime industry.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business IntelligenceMachine LearningMarine TransportationShipping
Series AMay 31, 2022
Amount Raised: $14,500,000
Durcal

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Durcal is an eldercare mobile app.

AppsElderlyFamilyGPSMobile AppsSecuritySoftwareWeb Development
Series UnknownMay 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $8,378,701
Housfy

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Housfy develops a digital platform designed to sell flats and houses between private individuals.

E-CommerceProperty ManagementReal EstateReal Estate InvestmentSales
Series BMay 11, 2022
Amount Raised: $31,535,826
Quality Clouds

London, England, United Kingdom

Quality Clouds provides a developmental governance platform that improves visibility and control over the low-code app development process.

Cloud ComputingQuality AssuranceSoftwareSoftware Engineering
Private EquityMay 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,784,252
Savana

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Electronic Health Records reuse, with Clinical Natural Language Processing.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health Care
Series UnknownApr 5, 2022
Amount Raised: $25,000,000