
Inventures SA
Description
Inventures Fund, based in Brussels, Belgium, distinguishes itself as Europe's pioneering crowd-venturing impact fund. Established with a clear mission, the firm is dedicated to investing in early-stage businesses that not only demonstrate strong growth potential but also generate measurable positive societal and environmental impact. Their unique "crowd-venturing" model sets them apart, integrating rigorous professional venture capital due diligence with the collective power of a community of co-investors, thereby democratizing access to impact investing and potentially providing portfolio companies with a broader network of support.
The fund's investment thesis is sharply focused on critical sectors poised for sustainable transformation. Inventures actively seeks out opportunities within areas such as Sustainable Food, promoting eco-friendly and efficient food systems; Circular Economy, fostering resource efficiency and waste reduction; Health & Wellbeing, supporting innovative solutions for improved health outcomes; Smart Cities & Mobility, advancing sustainable urban development and transportation; and Education & Social Inclusion, empowering communities through accessible learning and equitable opportunities. This targeted approach ensures their investments align with pressing global challenges, aiming for both financial returns and significant positive externalities.
Inventures Fund has demonstrated a robust investment pace and commitment to its portfolio. The firm typically deploys initial investment tickets ranging from €250,000 to €1,500,000, which translates to approximately $270,000 to $1,620,000 based on recent exchange rates. To date, Inventures has successfully invested in over 15 promising impact companies, showcasing their active role in nurturing the European impact startup ecosystem. Furthermore, they have collectively raised more than €15 million across their various funds, equivalent to over $16.2 million, underscoring their capacity to mobilize capital for impactful ventures.
Through its innovative structure and dedicated focus, Inventures Fund plays a crucial role in accelerating the growth of mission-driven enterprises. By combining financial acumen with a deep commitment to impact, they empower entrepreneurs to build scalable solutions that contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future, solidifying their position as a key enabler in the European impact investing landscape.
Investor Profile
Inventures SA has backed more than 43 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 9% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Belgium, France, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Software, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $270K – $1.6M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (37%)
- Series A (33%)
- Series Unknown (16%)
- Series B (14%)
Country Focus
- Belgium (65%)
- France (26%)
- United Kingdom (7%)
- Germany (2%)
Industry Focus
- Health Care
- Software
- Information Technology
- Biotechnology
- E-commerce
- Medical
- Manufacturing
- E-learning
- Education
- Communities
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