Investors in Retail
Circularity Capital
VC FirmCircularity Capital was founded as an independent investment manager in 2015, with a mission to deliver value for investors by supporting growth and innovation in the circular economy. We are a supportive hands-on investor and use our team’s specialist expertise and knowledge in the circular economy to support the businesses we back. Circularity’s investors comprise of pension funds, fund of funds, insurance companies and leading single family offices.
Zabolis Partners
VC FirmZabolis Partners is an investment management group specializing in real estate and private equity investments
Luxury Tech Fund
VC FirmAt Luxury Tech Fund, we support the bold, the daring, and the fearless. We back those who contribute to raising standards and designing the future, inventing products and services that improve people's lifestyles and well-being.
Spring Invest
VC FirmWe are a Venture Capital firm, shaping the future of commerce. At SPRING, we invest in tech enablers and B2B companies that provide innovative solutions to retailers and brands, including PoS management, in-store analytics, adtech, omnichannel solutions, payment, CRM, HR, and logistics. Additionally, we focus on new models of distribution such as social commerce, DNVB, ONVB, and marketplaces. Our investment approach relies on strong relationships with over 50 European (E-)Retailers, helping to drive the sales development of our portfolio companies.
William Currie Group
VC FirmWilliam Currie Group, we are a private investment group specializing in supporting fast-growing e-commerce and technology businesses. Our team has the expertise and capital to enable sustainable, rapid growth. We have a strong track record of guiding young businesses through challenging fast-growth situations, focusing on rapid operational scaling to maximize their potential.
Barclays
Corporate VCBarclays is a British universal bank. Our vision is to be the UK-centred leader in global finance. We are a diversified bank with comprehensive UK consumer, corporate and wealth and private banking franchises, a leading investment bank and a strong, specialist US consumer bank. Through these five divisions, we are working together for a better financial future for our customers, clients and communities.
De Beers Group Ventures
Corporate VCDe Beers Group Ventures is a venture arm of De Beers Group that seeks to invest in consumer products.De Beers Group is the world's leading diamond company, specializing in the exploration, mining, and marketing of rough diamonds since 1888. They are dedicated to discovering nature's brilliant treasures and creating opportunities for people
H&M Group Ventures
Corporate VCH&M Group Ventures is the venture capital arm of the H&M Group. Founded in 1947, H&M Group is a global design company with ~4,702 stores in 76 markets and 56 online markets. At H&M Group, we believe in making great design available to everyone. It’s essential in everything we do. Our family of brands and business ventures offer customers around the world a wealth of fashion, beauty, accessories and homeware, as well as modern menus with fresh and local produce at some of the brands’ in-store eateries.
Prosegur
Corporate VCProsegur is a multinational company that offers security solutions and services, tailored to the needs of its customers. The company offers services and solutions focused on surveillance, logistics securities and cash management, technology, consulting, cybersecurity, electronic security, fire protection, and alarms. The company’s surveillance services include security consulting, airport security, security for major events, continuous monitoring, dynamic monitoring, geolocation and GPS, freight protection, and monitoring of mobile control centers. Prosegur’s cash management bank branches cover transportation and processing, planning, and outsourcing of cashiers and multiagency. Its ATM management services include planning, loading, monitoring, and maintenance of first and second level systems. It offers international and local transportation of currency, precious metals, and rated load. The company’s technology business activities include design, installation, and maintenance of integrated security systems and fire protection systems. Its offer in this area takes shape through specialized services such as electronic security systems, fire protection systems, advanced security services control centers, alarm receiving centers, and systems integration. Prosegur is also focused on customized installation of projects, risk assessment and regular checkups, technical alarms for claims automation, perimeter security, immediate intervention services, and location of people and vehicles. In addition to its main services, the company also invests in and works with startups.
APRIL Ventures
VC FirmStriving to nurture entrepreneurs, April Ventures typically invests early in a company's life, seeking outstanding individuals and companies with the potential to become industry leaders. Emphasizing large market sizes, the firm aims to build big companies, whether disruptive in existing markets or innovative in new ones. Engaging with startups as trusted advisors, they provide additional resources to founding teams. Focus sectors include technology-leveraged startups, Web3, and blockchain projects, with a particular interest in fintech, Web3, and infrastructure innovation.
Blazar Capital
AcceleratorBlazar Capital is building new companies with the aspiration to become the next global online leaders. Blazar, evolving from Blazar Capital, specializes in the innovative intersection of company building and influencer collaboration. Our core mission is to develop consumer brands that resonate globally, leveraging the unique appeal of influencers and celebrities.

