Investors in Spain

201 Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on working to improve freedom and autonomy in Europe. In their mission to advance freedom and autonomy in Europe, they specialize in backing pre-seed and seed stage intelligence, defense, and dual-use tech companies. Embracing technical risk, ambition, and a service-oriented mindset, they are characterized by their proactive approach and commitment to seeking truth and innovation.

Bullnet Capital operates as an independent Venture Capital firm, specializing in investments in high technology startups originating and based in Spain. The firm targets companies with proprietary and innovative technologies within the IT sector or closely related fields such as enterprise software, electronics, photonics, laser technology, medical devices, and scientific instrumentation. Known for its hands-on approach, Bullnet Capital actively engages in the management of its portfolio companies, positioning itself as a strategic partner to founders from the outset rather than solely providing financial support. This approach underscores their commitment to fostering growth and success in their investments.

Enzo is an early-stage VC fund dedicated to collaborating with the newest cohort of founders, nurturing companies that embody the ethos of contemporary times. With a primary investment focus on Southern European regions, Enzo integrates a Mediterranean essence into its investment approach. Emphasizing community, the fund includes an Operating Partner dedicated to actively assisting portfolio companies throughout their growth journeys.

"Swanlaab, founded in 2014 with a unique international team, combining extensive investment and entrepreneurial experience from Madrid and Tel Aviv. Specializing in B2B ventures, Swanlaab harnesses its exceptional entrepreneurial background to aid founders in scaling their businesses. Understanding that success is not merely an art, but a meticulously crafted process, Swanlaab is committed to supporting companies from their inception and throughout their journey. Swanlaab's funds and investment strategies are tailored to address three key challenges in the Spanish business ecosystem: fostering technological innovation across various sectors, with a particular emphasis on the vital agri-food sector, and supporting succession planning within family-owned businesses. B2B SOFTWARE Swanlaab Tech Fund II invests in cutting-edge technologies to help Spanish startups become global leaders, focusing on enterprise software and B2B models. By actively collaborating with founders and leveraging its B2B entrepreneurial experience, Swanlaab operates as a company builder, driving success for Spanish startups. AGRI-FOOD TECH Swanlaab Agrifood Tech I is a fund specialized in the science and technology of the agri-food vertical. Upholding the same principles of operational support and company building, it focuses on innovation within the value chain of the sector, making investments ranging from concept -testing to series A. SEARCH FUND Scipio Swanlaab invests globally in Search Funds, attracting talented individuals or teams to acquire and lead businesses, providing funding for the search phase and acquisition. Sector-agnostic, it aims to buy growing businesses with competitive advantages at attractive valuations, managed by Swanlaab with Scipio as investment advisor."

"BStartup 10 is a prominent seed capital investment vehicle in Spain, actively supporting startups since its inception in 2014. Over the years, they have invested in more than 65 startups, including well-known names such as Redpoints, Signaturit, and Exoticca. Their investment focus spans across all types of digital startups, covering a wide range of sectors and business models, including both B2B and B2C ventures. Each year, BStartup 10 invests in over 10 digital and technology startups, providing crucial funding and support to foster their growth and development. Beyond initial investments, Banco Sabadell, through its Sabadell Venture Capital vehicle, continues to accompany startups through subsequent investment rounds, ensuring ongoing support and strategic guidance. Additionally, BStartup annually launches two vertical calls for proposals to further enhance their impact in specific sectors: BStartup Health targets biotech and medtech companies, aiming to advance innovations in healthcare and life sciences. BStartup Green focuses on companies involved in energy transition, Industry 4.0, SmartCities, and the circular economy, reflecting their commitment to sustainability and technological advancement. These initiatives not only offer a €100,000 investment but also provide startups with the opportunity to partner with one of Spain's largest investors in the startup ecosystem, facilitating growth and scalability in their respective fields."

Clave is an investment management company. Their cornerstone is commitment. They advance innovative projects and industrial SMEs through strategic investments and active engagement in the company's value creation journey. Their hallmark is professionalism, boasting over 16 years of experience marked by more than 65 investments. They specialize in shaping strategy and management across diverse sectors including technology, renewable energy, agri-food, among others. They emphasize team integration, fostering collaborative partnerships with founders and management teams. This approach aims to bolster company growth and tackle emerging market demands effectively.

Clave is an investment management company. Their cornerstone is commitment. They advance innovative projects and industrial SMEs through strategic investments and active engagement in the company's value creation journey. Their hallmark is professionalism, boasting over 16 years of experience marked by more than 65 investments. They specialize in shaping strategy and management across diverse sectors including technology, renewable energy, agri-food, among others. They emphasize team integration, fostering collaborative partnerships with founders and management teams. This approach aims to bolster company growth and tackle emerging market demands effectively.

The INCLIMO Climate Tech Fund operates as a venture capital fund specializing in supporting Climate Tech companies spanning FoodTech, AgroTech, PropTech, Circular Economy, Transport & Smart Mobility, and UtilityTech sectors, all aimed at reducing CO2 emissions. Their primary objective is to invest in outstanding teams that drive systemic change through technology to foster a more sustainable global environment. They identify dedicated entrepreneurs with innovative ideas and provide support to help them build profitable businesses. This involves strategic co-investments with leading Venture Capital firms, Business Accelerators, and Venture Builders to maximize impact and growth opportunities for their portfolio companies.

Conexo invests in exceptional individuals with the passion for solving hard challenges and bringing disruptive innovation to high growth markets. They specialize in software investments, particularly leveraging cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques. Their focus is on supporting startups with scalable and defensible business models, aiming to mitigate risks in three key areas: team composition, technological innovation, and market fit, all aimed at accelerating the growth trajectory of their portfolio companies.

Aldea Ventures is a Barcelona-based pan-European venture capital platform specializing in investing in the next generation of technology leaders. Founded in 2020, they employ a pioneering hybrid strategy: supporting specialized emerging fund managers in early-stage investments while co-investing in growth-stage companies. Their diverse portfolio includes over 50 fund managers and companies like Automata, Kenbi, Podimo, Sorare, as well as funds such as Moonfire and Cocoa. Aldea Ventures aims to advance cutting-edge technologies across Europe, connecting VC talent with startup ecosystems and enhancing their understanding of the European tech landscape.

They are a pre-seed partner focused on investing in Europe's most disruptive founders. They invest ticket sizes ranging from €300k to €500k in founders with bold and innovative ideas, without strict reliance on data, and across both B2B and B2C sectors. Supported by successful founders and influential families from Southern Europe (Spain, Italy, Portugal), they provide access to a significant economic zone that is often underserved by other investors. Drawing from their experience as entrepreneurs who founded and scaled Glovo across 26+ countries before its €2bn sale in 2022, they act as scaling co-pilots for startups. They aim to be a non-traditional VC partner, leveraging their experience in international VC to provide strategic guidance and help founders navigate the complexities of the VC ecosystem.