Investors in Ev

Together with successful founders, key academic and industry partners, Venturelab designs and operates programs to bring Switzerland's best startup talents to the next level. Our mission is to support entrepreneurs towards successful fundraising and business growth throughout the evolution of their company. Venturelab has 15 years of experience bringing Switzerland’s best entrepreneurs to the heart of technology hotspots: Silicon Valley, New York, Boston, Barcelona, Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong. Companies founded by the 360 Venture Leaders alumni have created more than 3,500 jobs and raised more than 1.7 billion Swiss francs in capital. We are also particularly proud of the success of our mandate to run the operations of the Venture Kick Foundation since its launch in 2007. So far, the program of financial support, training and network, has led to the creation of 519 companies and +7,000 jobs. Venture Kick alumni companies have attracted a total of 3.5 billion francs, and represent 54 companies ranked at the TOP 100 Swiss Startup Award 2019.

The mission of Grey Silo Ventures, the Corporate Venture Capital of Cereal Docks Group established to invest in the supply chain of non-animal-based ingredients and related innovative technologies, is to broaden horizons in the global food-tech sector while maintaining the original vocation as a processor of plant based sources and explorer of new opportunities for innovation and business diversification. Grey Silo Ventures is committed to study the great potential of new fermentation processes and innovative green proteins, by using them to create novel ingredients. The ag-tech world and cellular agriculture represent other areas of interest that are part of the value chain in which Cereal Docks Group operates. We want to play a leading role in the creation of an ecosystem of innovative food-related businesses as well as help to grow it with the aim of developing novel functional ingredients that are increasingly genuine and sustainable. We also strongly believe that investing in the projects of new company founders with a long-term and strategic vision means looking afresh to the future and innovation. A commitment that aims to seek new answers through innovation in a market where sustainability and a healthier and more inclusive diet are the new trends. Consumers have become increasingly demanding and Grey Silo Ventures is one of the key milestones of Cereal Docks strategy whose goal is finding the perfect balance between nowadays new market requirements and the needs of food manufacturers.

Aboa Advest is a family-owned investment company focusing on startups and other growth companies. Founded in 2015, we have been particularly interested in impact investing: Impact investing generates a beneficial social or environmental impact, as well as a financial return. (*) We are an active investor in Finnish growth companies. We revised our investment strategy in January 2020: our primary focus is to invest in Venture Capital funds. To date we have invested in two buyout funds and five VC funds, adding value in DeepTech startups. Our investment strategy is based on a long-term perspective: we expect a significant return on our investments in 10 years time.

Day One Capital is a venture capital firm investing in seed-stage B2B software companies in Central Eastern Europe, focusing on innovative products with significant growth potential. With a fund capitalization of EUR 34 million, they invest between EUR 300k to 1.5 million per round, leveraging a skilled regional talent pool. Their experienced team supports technology-driven founders with entrepreneurial, corporate, and investor expertise to achieve global market success.

Metsä Group has its roots in the Finnish forests: our parent company Metsäliitto Cooperative is owned by over 90,000 forest owners. We use wood to make recyclable products for the day-to-day lives of millions of people globally. We focus on wood supply and forest services, wood products, pulp, paperboards, and tissue and greaseproof papers. We are committed to the principles of regenerative forestry to measurably strengthen the state of forest nature. We promote a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion. In 2023 our sales totaled EUR 6.1 billion, and we have around 9,500 employees.

Metsä Group has its roots in the Finnish forests: our parent company Metsäliitto Cooperative is owned by over 90,000 forest owners. We use wood to make recyclable products for the day-to-day lives of millions of people globally. We focus on wood supply and forest services, wood products, pulp, paperboards, and tissue and greaseproof papers. We are committed to the principles of regenerative forestry to measurably strengthen the state of forest nature. We promote a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion. In 2023 our sales totaled EUR 6.1 billion, and we have around 9,500 employees.

SUP.VC is a corporate innovation company in Azerbaijan that supports the startup ecosystem by organizing events, implementing projects, and providing mentorship, investment connections, and product development. Collaborating with international brands like Amazon Web Services and Techstars Startup Weekend, SUP.VC offers educational initiatives, strategic partnerships, and community support to foster innovation and growth. With a strong track record of completed projects, satisfied clients, and numerous events, SUP.VC empowers emerging ventures for success through a holistic approach to entrepreneurship.

Milano Investment Partners - MIP SGR is an Asset Management Company specialised in tech & consumer lifestyle. Milano Investment Partners - MIP SGR is a Venture Capital platform with multiple alternative and reserved investment funds focusing on different companies' stage and investors' needs, giving a privileged access to growing markets.

Cube Labs, the venture builder in the healthcare technology space in Italy. We are venture builders enabling innovation in the healthcare technology space. We build companies from promising early-stage R&D, and provide entrepreneurial and operational support at all the stages of their life cycle to transform pioneering science into healthcare solutions.

Cur8 Capital is a trading name of IFG.VC Limited, a subsidiary of Islamicfinanceguru Limited. IFG.VC Limited is authorised and regulated by the FCA (No. 943736). Cur8 Capital provides a platform showcasing various investment opportunities, though it does not promote any specific investment to the public. The information presented is meant to demonstrate the types of investments available. Detailed campaigns are accessible to authorised investors on the Cur8 Capital platform. Investment activities are confined to the United Kingdom, and potential investors outside the UK should verify local regulations. This page does not offer financial or tax advice, as tax treatment varies per individual circumstances and may change.

Encore Capital is a UK-based private equity company specializing in backing entrepreneurial growth businesses. With a focus on providing strategic capital and operational support, Encore Capital partners with ambitious management teams to accelerate growth and maximize value. The firm's investment approach emphasizes long-term partnerships and collaborative growth strategies tailored to the unique needs of each portfolio company. Encore Capital leverages its deep industry expertise and network to identify promising investment opportunities and drive sustainable growth. By fostering innovation and operational excellence, Encore Capital plays a crucial role in supporting entrepreneurial ventures and contributing to their success in dynamic market environments.

Fuse Venture Partners is a specialized firm that invests in and advises investors and ventures within the high-growth internet space. With a focus on innovation and market disruption, Fuse Venture Partners identifies promising opportunities and provides strategic capital and advisory services to accelerate growth and maximize value. The firm's investment philosophy centers on partnering with visionary entrepreneurs and investors to navigate the complexities of the digital economy effectively. Fuse Venture Partners leverages its deep industry expertise and extensive network to foster innovation and drive strategic initiatives that position portfolio companies for long-term success in the dynamic internet sector.