
Vito Ventures
Description
Vito Ventures is a Munich-based venture capital firm established in 2018, specializing in early-stage technology companies across Europe. The firm primarily targets investments from Pre-Seed to Series A rounds, with a distinct focus on deep tech and industrial tech sectors. Their investment philosophy centers on supporting B2B software solutions that drive innovation and efficiency within traditional industries, leveraging Germany's strong industrial base and technological prowess. Vito Ventures aims to be a strategic partner to its portfolio companies, providing not just capital but also operational expertise and network access to help scale their ventures.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by a flexible check size, typically ranging from €250,000 to €2 million for initial investments. This allows them to engage with startups at various early stages, from nascent ideas requiring initial seed capital to more developed companies seeking Series A funding for accelerated growth. While their initial short description mentioned no geographical limitation, their official website clarifies a strong focus on European startups, aligning with their strategic advantage in the region's deep tech ecosystem. They seek to back founders who are building disruptive technologies with significant market potential in areas like advanced manufacturing, automation, and industrial AI.
Vito Ventures has demonstrated consistent growth in its funding capacity. Their inaugural fund, Vito Ventures Fund I, launched in 2018, successfully raised €30 million. Building on this foundation, the firm recently announced the first close of its second fund, Vito Ventures Fund II, securing €50 million. This increased capital base underscores their commitment to expanding their investment activities and supporting a larger cohort of promising European tech companies. The firm's approach emphasizes long-term partnerships, aiming to provide comprehensive support throughout the startup journey, from product development to market expansion, ensuring their portfolio companies achieve sustainable success.
Investor Profile
Vito Ventures has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 7 rounds, about 30% 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 Germany, Finland, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Typical check size: $270K – $2.2M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (43%)
- Seed (22%)
- Series Unknown (17%)
- Series B (9%)
- Series C (4%)
- Series D (4%)
Country Focus
- Germany (65%)
- Finland (26%)
- United States (9%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Internet Of Things
- Machine Learning
- Cloud Computing
- Product Design
- Robotics
- Wireless
- Analytics
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