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Visionplus

Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki

Description

Visionplus is a Helsinki, Finland-based venture capital fund dedicated to investing in early-stage digital product companies. With a strategic focus on applications, games, and services across all digital platforms, the firm targets teams demonstrating a strong vision, scalable business models, and global ambitions. Visionplus has established itself as a key player in the Nordic startup ecosystem, providing crucial capital and support to innovative digital ventures. The firm recently announced the final close of its second fund, Visionplus Fund II, securing €40 million (approximately $43.2 million USD) in commitments, which underscores its continued capacity to support a new generation of digital innovators.

The fund primarily targets Seed and Pre-Seed stage companies, making initial investments that typically range from €100,000 to €500,000 (approximately $108,000 to $540,000 USD). This investment range allows Visionplus to back promising startups at their foundational stages, providing the necessary capital to develop their products, expand their teams, and achieve initial market traction. Beyond capital, Visionplus emphasizes a hands-on approach, leveraging its team's extensive experience in the digital product space to offer strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a valuable network.

Visionplus's investment thesis is rooted in the belief that digital products, particularly those with strong user engagement and clear monetization paths, hold immense potential for global scalability. Their portfolio reflects this focus, featuring companies across various digital verticals, from mobile gaming to SaaS platforms. By concentrating on specific sectors within the digital economy, Visionplus aims to be a specialized and highly effective partner for founders, helping them navigate the complexities of product development, market entry, and international expansion. Their commitment to early-stage funding and sector-specific expertise positions them as a significant catalyst for digital innovation in the Nordic region and beyond.

Investor Profile

Visionplus has backed more than 73 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 12 rounds, about 16% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Finland, United States, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Internet.
  • Typical check size: $108K – $540K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (84%)
  • Series Unknown (8%)
  • Series A (4%)
  • Series B (3%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (1%)

Country Focus

  • Finland (71%)
  • United States (11%)
  • United Kingdom (4%)
  • Germany (1%)
  • Hong Kong (1%)
  • Latvia (1%)
  • India (1%)
  • Ireland (1%)
  • Estonia (1%)
  • Denmark (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Internet
  • Mobile
  • Gaming
  • Saas
  • Apps
  • Health Care
  • Video Games
  • Analytics
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Visionplus frequently co-invest with?

First Fellow Partners
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 1
Innovestor
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 2
Business Finland
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 2
UpHonest Capital
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 1
China Creation Ventures (CCV)
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 1
Broadway Video Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Conor Venture Partners
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Espoo
Co-Investments: 1
Tesi
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 2
Betaworks
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Lightspeed Venture Partners
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Visionplus often collaborate with?

RS
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Shared Deals: 1
LJ
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Shared Deals: 1
KH
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Shared Deals: 1
AZ
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
KB
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Visionplus?

Pebble

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Pebble is a electric vehicle manufacturing startup.

Electric VehicleManufacturing
Series AJun 13, 2023
Amount Raised: $13,600,000
BetterDoctor

San Francisco, California, United States

BetterDoctor, a technology company, delivers provider directory data and has a database that can be accessed through a responsive API.

AppsDatabaseDeveloper APIsHealth CareInternetMedicalMobileSearch Engine
Series BJun 20, 2017
Amount Raised: $11,000,000
Transfluent

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Transfluent is a human-powered translation platform providing language conversion services to social media feeds and websites.

CrowdsourcingLocal
Equity CrowdfundingMar 27, 2017
Amount Raised: $835,785
Gutsy Animations

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Development and production of animations, cost of production and distribution. Industry consulting and events.

NewsSocial Media
SeedDec 15, 2016
Amount Raised: $625,195
AccuScore

Los Angeles, California, United States

Sports Predictions Betting System

American FootballGamblingSports
Series UnknownDec 1, 2016
Amount Raised: $100,000
Evervest

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Evervest Oy is a Finnish investment services firm operating under the supervision of the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority.

FinanceFinancial Services
SeedNov 24, 2016
Amount Raised: $950,324
TestLab Finland

Oulu, Oulu, Finland

TestLab Finland Ltd is an IoT based solutions for the maritime and logistics industries.

Innovation ManagementInternet of ThingsLogistics
SeedNov 24, 2016
Amount Raised: $316,807
Bonusway

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Bonusway is an online platform that provide its users with ecommerce loyalty programs, cash rewards, and online shopping solutions.

AdvertisingAffiliate MarketingCouponsE-CommerceLoyalty ProgramsShopping
Series ANov 16, 2016
Amount Raised: $3,962,305
Hokkari Vision

Oulu, Oulu, Finland

Hokkari - Ice hockey mobile application. Download, and see the latest events in the League on your phone!

AppsMobile Apps
SeedNov 6, 2016
Amount Raised: $83,190
Olento life

Kotka, Southern Finland, Finland

Olento Life Ltd is a Finnish mHealth developer. We create effective, game like methods to increase health and happiness.

AppsGamingHealth CareMobile
SeedOct 15, 2016
Amount Raised: $109,727