Serpentine Ventures

Serpentine Ventures (SERV) operates as the dedicated investment arm of the Swiss Startup Group, positioning itself as a key early-stage venture capital firm within Switzerland. Based in Zürich, the firm primarily targets promising startups with a strong connection to the Swiss ecosystem, aiming to foster innovation and growth within the country's vibrant startup landscape. Their investment focus spans a wide array of sectors, including FinTech, InsurTech, PropTech, HealthTech, DeepTech, B2B SaaS, e-commerce, and consumer-oriented businesses, demonstrating a broad and opportunistic approach to identifying high-potential ventures.

The firm's investment strategy is centered on Seed and Series A funding rounds, providing crucial early capital to nascent companies. Serpentine Ventures typically provides initial funding ranging from approximately $224,000 (CHF 200,000) to $1.68 million (CHF 1.5 million). This initial commitment is often followed by additional support in subsequent rounds, where they are capable of investing up to $3.36 million (CHF 3 million) to support their portfolio companies' continued scaling and development. This flexible funding approach allows them to support companies through various growth phases.

Beyond capital, Serpentine Ventures distinguishes itself by offering extensive operational support and leveraging the vast network of the Swiss Startup Group. This hands-on approach aims to provide portfolio companies with strategic guidance, access to industry experts, and crucial connections that accelerate their market penetration and growth. With a robust track record, Serpentine Ventures has built a portfolio of over 30 companies, whose combined funding has exceeded CHF 250 million, translating to approximately $280 million. This demonstrates their significant impact on the Swiss startup scene, solidifying their role as a strategic partner for early-stage ventures looking to scale.