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Viralety is an adventure capital fund that invests in aspiring and passionate entrepreneurs with disruptive ideas determined to build companies with long-term worth. They aim to be a strong strategic partner throughout the first difficult steps of a startup's journey by investing mostly seed or even pre-seed capital for startup R&D, product development, and expansion while providing strategic guidance.

A purpose-driven global investment organization, EQT has a 30-year track record of delivering consistent and attractive returns across multiple geographies, sectors, and strategies. They have multiple funds under management: EQT Ventures, EQT Life Sciences, EQT Private Equity, etc.

VEQ, headquartered in Stockholm, is an investment company dedicated to supporting early-stage technology founders striving for positive impact. Specializing in pre-seed and seed stages across Europe, with a particular focus on the Nordics and the Baltics, VEQ acts as a long-term and engaged owner. The firm's mission is to assist founders in transforming innovative ideas into successful and profitable businesses through strategic investment and active support.

Alfvén & Didrikson is an active and long-term backer of passionate entrepreneurs and ambitious teams. Since 2010, the Alfvén & Didrikson team has made investments in fast growing European companies such as Trustly, Quinyx, Acast, Mentimeter, Tellent and Airmee.

They strive to expand access to capital beyond traditional boundaries. Their focus lies in investing in rapidly expanding and profitable European enterprises. Acting as proactive stakeholders, they facilitate connections with robust capital markets, fostering mutual growth and development.

Schibsted Marketplaces, renowned for its leading brands in the Nordics, is reshaping consumer consumption patterns across goods and services. Recently, the company underwent a split into two distinct entities. Concerning the division, their business focuses on developing marketplaces within four primary sectors – Mobility, Recommerce, Real Estate, and Jobs – pivotal elements within the circular economy.

Creandum, founded after the dotcom bubble and having thrived through the 2008/9 economic crisis, continues to invest steadily despite recent market conditions, believing top founders can emerge anytime. They've witnessed significant growth in the European tech market over 20 years. Now, they proudly announce the closing of Creandum VII, a €500m fund to support Europe's top Seed and Series A startups. Their disciplined, generalist approach focuses on partnering with the best entrepreneurs to build future global, category-defining companies.

They are on a mission to redefine industries and create new categories. As an entrepreneurial investor, active owner, and operational partner, they support challenger companies in Europe and the US. With a permanent capital structure, they invest to rapidly scale future market leaders in healthcare, software, marketplaces, and climate tech. They back ideas, founders, and companies that simplify everyday life globally. They invest in products and services that offer better choices and solutions to pressing issues. Committed to creating long-term value, they engage at all stages of a company’s growth journey.

Creandum, founded after the dotcom bubble and having thrived through the 2008/9 economic crisis, continues to invest steadily despite recent market conditions, believing top founders can emerge anytime. They've witnessed significant growth in the European tech market over 20 years. Now, they proudly announce the closing of Creandum VII, a €500m fund to support Europe's top Seed and Series A startups. Their disciplined, generalist approach focuses on partnering with the best entrepreneurs to build future global, category-defining companies.

Hangar X incubates and invests in disruptive technology companies worldwide, providing deep operational support to entrepreneurs. They focus on creating transparent, long-term value for investors and have a strong portfolio of successful investments and exits. Their pillars include innovation, integrity, community, versatility, and authenticity.

Webrock Ventures operates as a Venture Studio specializing in creating tech companies through a unique venture-building approach. Their mission centers on developing digital enterprises that positively impact the daily lives of Brazilians. By partnering with leading technology firms in the Nordic region, they integrate proven business models with funding capabilities and operational expertise. This collaboration enables their portfolio companies to gain a significant advantage, accelerating value creation while mitigating risks. As active owners, they prioritize delivering both shareholder and social value, emphasizing the establishment of sustainable, long-term businesses. Founded in 2018, Webrock Ventures is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and São Paulo, Brazil.

Starbright Invest focuses on investing in entrepreneur-led, scalable companies with the potential for significant growth, particularly in technology and digital innovation that promotes sustainable development. We are actively committed to supporting our portfolio companies and aim for investments of €0.5-1.5 million.