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Big Bang Ventures

Europe, Antwerpen, Belgium, Antwerpen

Description

Big Bang Ventures is a prominent seed and early-stage venture capital fund based in Antwerpen, Belgium. Established in 2011, the firm primarily focuses on high-growth digital media and software companies. Their investment strategy targets startups with robust products, scalable business models, and ambitious founding teams, aiming to provide capital and hands-on support to foster significant growth.

The firm typically engages as a lead investor in initial funding rounds, demonstrating a commitment to guiding their portfolio companies from an early stage. Big Bang Ventures' initial cheque sizes range from €250,000 to €1,500,000, which translates approximately to $270,000 to $1,620,000 based on recent exchange rates. Beyond the initial investment, they are also prepared to provide larger follow-on funding in subsequent rounds, indicating a long-term partnership approach with their portfolio companies.

Big Bang Ventures boasts an impressive track record, having invested in a diverse array of innovative companies. Their portfolio includes notable successes such as Showpad, Teamleader, Intuo, and StoryMe, all of which have achieved successful exits, demonstrating the firm's ability to identify and nurture high-potential ventures. With a portfolio of over 10 active companies and at least 4 successful exits, Big Bang Ventures has proven its capability in guiding startups through various growth stages, from seed to acquisition. Their active involvement and strategic guidance are key components of their value proposition to founders in the digital media and software sectors.

Investor Profile

Big Bang Ventures has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 43% of its total and boasts 9 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Series Unknown, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Belgium, The Netherlands, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Cloud Computing, Finance.
  • Typical check size: $270K – $1.6M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (48%)
  • Series Unknown (22%)
  • Series B (22%)
  • Series D (4%)
  • Series C (4%)

Country Focus

  • Belgium (70%)
  • The Netherlands (17%)
  • United States (9%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Cloud Computing
  • Finance
  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Payments
  • Cloud Data Services
  • Energy
  • Infrastructure
  • Internet
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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 Big Bang Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Gimv
Europe, Antwerpen, Belgium, Antwerpen
Co-Investments: 3
Solid Ventures
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 3
Partech
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
Capricorn Partners
Europe, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium, Leuven
Co-Investments: 2
TA Capital
North America, Texas, United States, Houston
Co-Investments: 2
Idinvest Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
QF
Europe, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium, Leuven
Co-Investments: 2
PMV
Europe, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, Belgium, Brussels
Co-Investments: 2
Intel Capital
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 3
Allegro Investment Fund
Europe, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium, Heverlee
Co-Investments: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Big Bang Ventures?

Racktivity

Lochristi, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium

Racktivity provides power, energy and environmental management solutions for critical infrastructures.

EnergyInfrastructureInternetPredictive Analytics
Series UnknownMar 29, 2013
Amount Raised: $3,204,910
Amplidata

Lochristi, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium

Amplidata is a cloud-based solutions provider offering scale-out technology for storage providers.

Cloud ComputingCloud Data ServicesSoftware
Series CFeb 29, 2012
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Racktivity

Lochristi, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium

Racktivity provides power, energy and environmental management solutions for critical infrastructures.

EnergyInfrastructureInternetPredictive Analytics
Series BDec 1, 2010
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Amplidata

Lochristi, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium

Amplidata is a cloud-based solutions provider offering scale-out technology for storage providers.

Cloud ComputingCloud Data ServicesSoftware
Series BSep 17, 2010
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Amplidata

Lochristi, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium

Amplidata is a cloud-based solutions provider offering scale-out technology for storage providers.

Cloud ComputingCloud Data ServicesSoftware
Series AMay 26, 2010
Amount Raised: $3,053,913
Racktivity

Lochristi, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium

Racktivity provides power, energy and environmental management solutions for critical infrastructures.

EnergyInfrastructureInternetPredictive Analytics
Series ASep 30, 2009
Amount Raised: $1,750,000
TrustAlert

Soesterberg, Utrecht, The Netherlands

TrustAlert is a Dutch software-based R&D company specializing in offering solutions for controlled access.

Information TechnologyProduct ResearchSoftware
Series UnknownJul 16, 2009
Amount Raised: $2,826,072
Clear2Pay

Mechelen-bovelingen, Limburg, Belgium

Clear2Pay is a payments technology company providing payment and payment-related solutions for financial institutions and their clients.

FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechPayments
Series UnknownDec 16, 2008
Amount Raised: $8,270,000
Wakoopa

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Wakoopa develops multi-device passive metering technology which collects behavioural data from research participants.

AnalyticsAppsBig DataSoftware
Series AJun 2, 2008
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
iNEWiT

Mechelen-bovelingen, Limburg, Belgium

iNEWiT is a Belgium-based engineering company that develops applications and devices for the mobile market.

HardwareSoftware
Series UnknownMar 6, 2008
Amount Raised: $3,150,000