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Lanai Partners

Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona

Description

Lanai Partners is a prominent angel group based in Barcelona, Spain, dedicated to fostering the growth of early-stage digital startups within the country. Comprised of a network of seasoned entrepreneurs and executives, the group leverages its collective experience to identify and support promising ventures primarily at the pre-seed and seed stages. Their investment philosophy extends beyond mere capital injection, emphasizing active mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to a valuable network, which helps founders navigate the challenges of scaling a new business.

The group typically deploys initial cheques ranging from €50,000 to €250,000 per startup, which translates to approximately $54,000 to $270,000 based on recent exchange rates. This focused approach allows them to provide crucial early funding that often serves as a catalyst for subsequent, larger funding rounds. Lanai Partners is particularly interested in digital businesses across various sectors, demonstrating a broad yet strategic investment appetite within the tech landscape.

Lanai Partners has built an impressive portfolio, with over 16 reported investments on platforms like Crunchbase, many of which have gone on to achieve significant milestones. Notable companies in their portfolio include high-growth success stories such as Factorial, TravelPerk, Holded, and Amenitiz, all of which have successfully raised substantial follow-on rounds from larger venture capital firms. This track record underscores Lanai Partners' capability to identify high-potential startups at their nascent stages and contribute to their foundational development, playing a vital role in the vibrant Spanish startup ecosystem.

Investor Profile

Lanai Partners has backed more than 45 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 11% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Angel rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Spain, United States, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, FinTech, E-Commerce.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $54K – $270K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (58%)
  • Pre Seed (24%)
  • Angel (7%)
  • Series Unknown (4%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (2%)
  • Series A (2%)
  • Convertible Note (2%)

Country Focus

  • Spain (96%)
  • United States (2%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Fintech
  • E-commerce
  • Financial Services
  • Mobile Apps
  • Employee Benefits
  • Saas
  • Internet
  • Finance
  • Apps
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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 Lanai Partners frequently co-invest with?

Speedinvest
Europe, Wien, Austria, Vienna
Co-Investments: 2
Abac Nest
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Co-Investments: 3
JME Ventures
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 5
BStartup
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Sant Cugat Del Vallès
Co-Investments: 3
Demium
Europe, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain, Valencia
Co-Investments: 3
Encomenda VC
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Co-Investments: 5
4Founders Capital
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Co-Investments: 7
Big Sur Ventures
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 3
K Fund
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 3
Draper B1
Europe, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain, Valencia
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Lanai Partners often collaborate with?

EL
North America, Florida, United States, Miami Beach
Shared Deals: 1
AA
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Shared Deals: 3
OJ
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Shared Deals: 1
SR
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AZ
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
MB
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
CB
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Shared Deals: 4
CB
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
EL
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Shared Deals: 1
JM
Europe, Andalucia, Spain, Málaga
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Lanai Partners?

8Layers

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

8Layers is an artificial intelligence platform that offers cloud identity threat detection to organizations

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud SecurityNetwork SecuritySoftware
SeedJun 24, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,743,685
Kloutit

Terrassa, Catalonia, Spain

Kloutit specializes in chargeback management automated AI solutions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Software
Pre SeedDec 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $559,686
EALYX

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Ealyx is a B2B SaaS for e-commerce that enables consumers to pay for new purchases with used items.

E-CommerceInformation TechnologyInternet
SeedApr 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $934,982
Habitacion.com

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Habitacion.com provides a new way of saving and investing through the purchase of rooms as a sensible alternative to renting.

Rental
Pre SeedFeb 13, 2024
Amount Raised: $428,340
Depasify

Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain

Depasify's vision is to provide a quick, dependable, and convenient way for Web3 projects to gain access.

Information TechnologyInternet
SeedJan 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,393,284
Flipflow

Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain

SAAS BI Platform developing the most advanced retail market analytics and real-time data monitoring and intellligence software.

E-CommerceMarketplaceRetailSaaSSoftware
SeedDec 26, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,015,000
Hoop Carpool

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Hoop Carpool is a SaaS Carpooling Platform for Companies, Universities and Citi-halls

Car SharingMobile Apps
SeedJul 11, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,321,708
Kimera Technologies

Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain

Kimera develops software solutions to understand visual content, extract its useful data and transform it into accessible information.

Computer VisionProductivity Tools
Pre SeedApr 13, 2023
Amount Raised: $729,428
Bcas

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Bcas is a Madrid based fintech unlocking access to quality education through student finance for students from all backgrounds.

EdTechEducationFinTechLending
SeedMar 9, 2023
Amount Raised: $8,362,983
iF Lastmile

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

iF Lastmile is a logistic and delivery company that provides same day delivery and return service for online shoppers.

E-CommerceLogistics
SeedNov 11, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,111,449