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Grazia Equity

Europe, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Stuttgart

Description

Grazia Equity is a prominent venture capital firm based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializing in early-stage investments within the technology sector. Established with a clear focus on innovative, high-potential startups, the firm primarily targets the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). Their investment philosophy centers on identifying companies poised for significant disruption and growth, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to help scale their portfolio companies.

The firm's investment mandate is broad within technology, encompassing areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), FinTech, DeepTech, and Digital Health. Grazia Equity typically provides initial investments ranging from €1 million to €5 million, aiming to secure significant minority stakes in promising ventures. This initial capital is often followed by substantial follow-on funding, demonstrating their commitment to supporting companies through various growth stages and subsequent financing rounds.

With a robust track record, Grazia Equity has cultivated a diverse portfolio, having made over 60 investments and successfully navigated more than 20 exits. Their long-term partnership approach is underpinned by a deep understanding of market dynamics and a hands-on engagement with founders. For instance, their Grazia Equity V fund, which closed at €100 million, underscores their substantial capital base and continued commitment to fostering innovation in the European tech ecosystem. The firm prides itself on being a reliable partner, leveraging its extensive network and expertise to accelerate the development and market penetration of its portfolio companies, ultimately driving value creation for all stakeholders.

Investor Profile

Grazia Equity has backed more than 78 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 28 rounds, about 36% of its total and boasts 20 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United States, Switzerland.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Internet, Biotechnology.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1.1M – $5.4M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (27%)
  • Seed (21%)
  • Series B (18%)
  • Series Unknown (15%)
  • Series C (5%)
  • Private Equity (4%)
  • Series E (4%)
  • Series D (3%)
  • Series F (1%)
  • Pre Seed (1%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (56%)
  • United States (33%)
  • Switzerland (4%)
  • United Kingdom (3%)
  • Israel (3%)
  • Ghana (1%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Internet
  • Biotechnology
  • Retail
  • Software
  • Health Care
  • Medical
  • Therapeutics
  • Semiconductor
  • Food And Beverage
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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 Grazia Equity frequently co-invest with?

Wellington Partners
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 4
Sequoia Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 5
XAnge
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 3
General Catalyst
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 3
Capnamic Ventures
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Cologne
Co-Investments: 4
b2venture
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 3
Sigma Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 5
IP Group
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Venrock
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 7
Southern Cross Venture Partners
Oceania, New South Wales, Australia, North Sydney
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Grazia Equity often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 2
EL
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 2
DC
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Shared Deals: 2
ED
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 1
CR
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Shared Deals: 1
SS
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 1
AW
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
Philip A. Cutler
North America, Quebec, Canada, Montréal
Shared Deals: 1
MA
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
AF
Europe, Moscow City, Russian Federation, Moscow
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Grazia Equity?

Q.ANT

Stuttgart, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Q.ANT develops and manufactures quantum sensors, photonic chips, and processors for quantum computing.

ManufacturingQuantum ComputingSemiconductorSensor
Series AJul 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $71,861,146
Vytal

Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Vytal is a provider of software-enabled reusable packaging solutions to eliminate single-use packaging waste.

Food and BeverageRecyclingSnack FoodSustainabilityWaste Management
Series UnknownMar 11, 2025
Amount Raised: $15,517,243
Lumotive

Redmond, Washington, United States

Lumotive provides optical semiconductor solutions for sensing in various applications.

Autonomous VehiclesDronesElectronicsRoboticsSensor
Series BFeb 19, 2025
Amount Raised: $45,000,000
Affinity

Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Affinity is a financial solutions company that provides financial inclusion, advisory, and literacy services.

ConsultingFinanceFinancial Services
SeedFeb 11, 2025
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Formo

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Formo is a cell-ag company that develops animal-free dairy products using nature-identical milk proteins from precision fermentation.

BiotechnologyFood and BeverageLife Science
Series BSep 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $61,000,000
XO Life

München, Bayern, Germany

XO Life connects patients and pharma for the better life.

Health CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Series UnknownAug 22, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,781,098
Vytal

Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Vytal is a provider of software-enabled reusable packaging solutions to eliminate single-use packaging waste.

Food and BeverageRecyclingSnack FoodSustainabilityWaste Management
Series UnknownJun 28, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,646,506
Eternal Power

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

Global Integrated Mass Producer of Green Hydrogen and its Derivatives.

Environmental ConsultingLogisticsRenewable Energy
Pre SeedSep 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,157,500
ZAGENO

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

ZAGENO is an enterprise marketplace solution that connects e-commerce to life science.

BiotechnologyE-CommerceInternetMarketplaceRetail
Series UnknownMay 25, 2023
Amount Raised: $33,000,000
Vytal

Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Vytal is a provider of software-enabled reusable packaging solutions to eliminate single-use packaging waste.

Food and BeverageRecyclingSnack FoodSustainabilityWaste Management
Series AMar 14, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,000,000