Swanlaab Venture Factory

Swanlaab Venture Factory is a Madrid-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage deep tech startups. Operating with a distinctive "Venture Factory" model, the firm goes beyond traditional capital provision, actively engaging with its portfolio companies to accelerate their growth and market penetration. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying innovative technologies with significant disruptive potential, particularly those originating from Spain or Europe that aspire to global reach, especially within the U.S. market.

The firm primarily targets Seed and Series A funding rounds, focusing on sectors critical to the future of technology and industry. These include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, and Industry 4.0. Swanlaab emphasizes a hands-on approach, leveraging its extensive network and operational expertise to provide strategic guidance, facilitate market access, and support product development. This active involvement is designed to de-risk investments and enhance the likelihood of success for complex deep tech ventures.

Swanlaab Venture Factory manages multiple funds, with Swanlaab Venture Factory II being a notable vehicle that closed at €30 million in 2020. Through this fund and others, the firm typically deploys initial cheques ranging from €500,000 to €1.5 million for its early-stage investments. They also reserve significant capital for follow-on rounds, potentially investing up to €3 million in subsequent funding stages to support their portfolio companies' continued expansion. This structured investment approach, combined with their operational support, positions Swanlaab as a strategic partner for deep tech innovators.