
Metavallon VC
Description
Metavallon VC is a prominent venture capital firm based in Athens, Greece, dedicated to fostering technology innovation at the earliest stages. Established in 2017, the firm manages a substantial €32 million fund, primarily targeting pre-seed and seed stage companies. Their investment mandate extends across Greece and the broader Southeast Europe region, aiming to back startups developing scalable technology solutions for global markets. Metavallon VC positions itself as a crucial early-stage investor within the burgeoning regional tech ecosystem.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by a broad technological focus, encompassing a diverse range of sectors including Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Big Data, Blockchain, SaaS, Fintech, and Healthtech, among others. They typically provide initial investments ranging from €100,000 to €500,000, with a clear intent to reserve follow-on capital for subsequent funding rounds as their portfolio companies grow. Beyond financial capital, Metavallon VC emphasizes a hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance, operational support, and access to their extensive network of industry experts and potential partners, aiming to accelerate the development and market penetration of their portfolio companies.
Metavallon VC's establishment under the EquiFund program, co-funded by the European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Greek government, highlights its institutional backing and strategic importance in stimulating the local and regional startup scene. This robust foundation enables them to play a significant role in transforming innovative ideas into viable businesses, thereby contributing to economic growth and technological advancement in the region. Their commitment to nurturing early-stage ventures underscores their long-term vision for building a vibrant and competitive tech landscape.
Investor Profile
Metavallon VC has backed more than 41 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 27 rounds, about 66% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Greece, United Kingdom, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Health Care, Software.
- Led 2 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $108K – $540K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (54%)
- Pre Seed (22%)
- Series A (12%)
- Series Unknown (7%)
- Series B (5%)
Country Focus
- Greece (37%)
- United Kingdom (32%)
- United States (12%)
- Spain (7%)
- Canada (5%)
- Cyprus (2%)
- The Netherlands (2%)
- Switzerland (2%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Health Care
- Software
- Internet
- Health Diagnostics
- Machine Learning
- Transportation
- Logistics
- E-commerce
- Agriculture
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