
Maven 11 Capital
Description
Maven 11 Capital is a prominent venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, exclusively focused on the burgeoning blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) sector. Established to identify and support groundbreaking innovations within the decentralized ecosystem, the firm has positioned itself as a key investor in the Web3 space. Their investment thesis centers on backing foundational infrastructure, decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, gaming, NFTs, and other applications that leverage the power of blockchain.
The firm primarily targets early-stage blockchain ventures, including seed and Series A rounds, where they can provide not only capital but also strategic guidance and network access. Maven 11's approach is hands-on, working closely with founders to navigate the complexities of building and scaling decentralized projects. They seek out teams with strong technical expertise and a clear vision for how their technology will contribute to the broader adoption and utility of blockchain. Their portfolio reflects a commitment to projects that are pushing the boundaries of scalability, interoperability, and user experience in the crypto domain.
Maven 11 Capital has demonstrated significant fundraising success, notably closing its second fund, Maven 11 Capital Fund II, at a substantial $120 million in March 2022. This capital infusion underscores their continued commitment and capacity to invest in high-potential blockchain startups. The firm's portfolio boasts investments in over 60 companies, including well-known names such as Polygon, StarkWare, dYdX, and Lido, showcasing their ability to identify and back future industry leaders. Their typical initial investment ranges from $500,000 to $10 million, reflecting their flexibility to participate in various stages of early-stage funding.
Beyond capital, Maven 11 prides itself on being a value-add investor, leveraging its deep industry knowledge and extensive network to support portfolio companies through tokenomics design, community building, and strategic partnerships. Their team comprises seasoned professionals with backgrounds in finance, technology, and entrepreneurship, providing a holistic support system for their investments. Maven 11 Capital remains dedicated to fostering the growth of a decentralized future, actively contributing to the development and adoption of transformative blockchain technologies globally.
Investor Profile
Maven 11 Capital has backed more than 93 startups, with 17 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 18 rounds, about 19% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Australia.
- Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Financial Services.
- Led 6 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $500K – $10M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (56%)
- Series A (23%)
- Pre Seed (10%)
- Series Unknown (6%)
- Convertible Note (1%)
- Series C (1%)
- Angel (1%)
- Initial Coin Offering (1%)
- Series B (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (40%)
- United Kingdom (14%)
- Australia (5%)
- Canada (5%)
- Switzerland (5%)
- Germany (4%)
- Singapore (2%)
- Spain (2%)
- Liechtenstein (2%)
- South Africa (2%)
Industry Focus
- Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency
- Financial Services
- Information Technology
- Fintech
- Software
- Finance
- Web3
- Decentralized Finance (Defi)
- Internet
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