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Vito Ventures

Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich

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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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Who does Vito Ventures frequently co-invest with?

June Fund
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 2
Earlybird Venture Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 4
HTGF | High-Tech Gruenderfonds
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Bonn
Co-Investments: 4
ETF Partners
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Project A Ventures
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 3
Tesi
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 3
Union Square Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
coparion
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Cologne
Co-Investments: 4
Bayern Kapital
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Landshut
Co-Investments: 2
Inventure
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Vito Ventures often collaborate with?

CA
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
LC
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 1
CE
Europe, Hessen, Germany, Viernheim
Shared Deals: 1
VL
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Shared Deals: 1
AM
Europe, Andalucia, Spain, Marbella
Shared Deals: 1
CH
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Shared Deals: 1
MC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
CS
North America, Washington, United States, Kirkland
Shared Deals: 2
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Vito Ventures?

Wirepas

Tampere, Western Finland, Finland

No bullshit. Just enterprise IoT as it should be. Connecting millions of devices. Failure-free. No infrastructure. No middlemen.

Internet of ThingsSoftwareWireless
Series DOct 31, 2023
Amount Raised: $21,897,486
IQM Quantum Computers

Espoo, Southern Finland, Finland

IQM builds quantum computers, focusing on superconducting technology.

ComputerHardwareProduct DesignQuantum Computing
Series ANov 10, 2020
Amount Raised: $46,092,045
Micropsi Industries

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Micropsi Industries provides high-end machine learning solutions for robotics and process control.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Industrial ManufacturingMachine LearningRobotics
Series AJun 18, 2020
SimScale

Munich, Bayern, Germany

SimScale is a web-based 3d simulation platform.

3D TechnologyCADCloud ComputingInternetProduct DesignSimulationSoftware
Series CJan 30, 2020
Amount Raised: $29,777,759
Isar Aerospace

Munich, Bayern, Germany

Isar Aerospace provides access to space for small and medium satellites, enabling global satellite constellations.

AerospaceInformation TechnologySpace Travel
Series ADec 10, 2019
Amount Raised: $16,639,507
IQM Quantum Computers

Espoo, Southern Finland, Finland

IQM builds quantum computers, focusing on superconducting technology.

ComputerHardwareProduct DesignQuantum Computing
SeedJul 9, 2019
Amount Raised: $12,829,089
Wirepas

Tampere, Western Finland, Finland

No bullshit. Just enterprise IoT as it should be. Connecting millions of devices. Failure-free. No infrastructure. No middlemen.

Internet of ThingsSoftwareWireless
Series BMay 14, 2019
Amount Raised: $16,132,827
INTRANAV

Eschborn, Hessen, Germany

INTRANAV is an industrial IoT platform to build RTLS UWB based applications for supply chain visbility, optimization & navigation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Indoor PositioningIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologyInternet of ThingsLogisticsSaaSSoftwareSupply Chain Management
Series AApr 18, 2019
Amount Raised: $4,494,054
Zeuz

Munich, Bayern, Germany

Zeuz strives to deliver the best game tech suite for multiplayer games and aims to facilitate backend technologies for game studios.

GamingInformation TechnologyMobileVideo Games
Series UnknownDec 5, 2018
Amount Raised: $3,404,715
ObjectBox

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

ObjectBox is a high-performance Edge Database and out-of-the-box Data Sync solution empowering developers with access to edge data

DatabaseDeveloper APIsDeveloper ToolsEmbedded SoftwareEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureMobileRetail TechnologySmart Cities
SeedDec 3, 2018
Amount Raised: $2,000,000