
Rubio Impact Ventures
Description
Rubio Impact Ventures is a prominent venture capital fund based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, dedicated to investing in early and growth-stage enterprises that generate significant positive societal and environmental impact. As a leading impact investor, Rubio focuses on scalable businesses that not only deliver strong financial returns but also contribute to a better world. Their investment philosophy is rooted in the belief that purpose-driven companies can drive systemic change while achieving commercial success.
The firm's investment strategy is concentrated across four critical impact themes: Circular Economy, Food & Agriculture, Climate & Energy, and People & Wellbeing. Rubio typically targets Series A and Series B funding rounds, seeking companies with proven business models and clear pathways to scaling their impact. In 2023, Rubio successfully closed its third fund, Rubio Impact Fund III, at an impressive €110 million. This fund is strategically designed to support 20 to 25 promising companies, enabling them to expand their operations and deepen their positive footprint.
Rubio Impact Ventures is known for its hands-on approach, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and network access to its portfolio companies. Their initial investment typically ranges from €1 million to €5 million, with a willingness to provide substantial follow-on funding to support portfolio companies through subsequent growth stages. This commitment to long-term partnership underscores their dedication to fostering sustainable growth and maximizing both financial and impact returns.
Investor Profile
Rubio Impact Ventures has backed more than 54 startups, with 10 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 18 rounds, about 33% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Energy, Renewable Energy.
- Led 4 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1.1M – $5.4M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (31%)
- Seed (31%)
- Series Unknown (20%)
- Series B (13%)
- Series C (2%)
- Grant (2%)
Country Focus
- The Netherlands (61%)
- United Kingdom (11%)
- United States (7%)
- Germany (7%)
- Spain (4%)
- Australia (4%)
- Denmark (2%)
- Sweden (2%)
- Estonia (2%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Energy
- Renewable Energy
- Food And Beverage
- Education
- Health Care
- Recycling
- Sustainability
- Electrical Distribution
- Energy Management
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