Investors in Catalonia

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Lanai Partners

Founded in Barcelona in 2016, Lanai Partners is an angel group that invests in digital startups across Spain. They collaborate with industry experts to maximize the value of their investments.
Made 5 investments in Catalonia

ICF Capital

ICF Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Barcelona, Spain, founded in February 2010. It specializes in direct investments and manages venture capital funds with a focus on supporting mid-sized companies in Catalonia. ICF Capital primarily targets sectors such as information technology, biotechnology, social services, and electronics, among others. The firm typically invests between €0.5 million and €2.4 million in companies with annual sales ranging from €0.3 million to €100 million, often acquiring minority stakes. It operates as a subsidiary of the Institut Català de Finances, a public financial institution established in 1985 to enhance funding access for enterprises in Catalonia. ICF Capital manages two venture capital firms, ICF Capital Expansió II and ICF Venture Tech II, and aims to foster the growth of innovative startups and mid-market companies through its investment activities.
Made 26 investments in Catalonia

Banco de Sabadell

Founded in 1881, Banco de Sabadell is a Spanish banking group specializing in serving small and medium enterprises. It offers a wide range of financial products and services for personal, business, and private customers, including retail banking, corporate banking, asset management, insurance, and pension products.
Made 27 investments in Catalonia

Inveready

Inveready is a prominent alternative investment firm based in Southern Europe, specializing in early-stage venture capital and debt investments primarily in the technology sector. Established in 2007, the company manages over €2 billion in assets across more than 35 funds, encompassing various investment strategies, including biotechnology, private equity, and infrastructure. Inveready has a diverse portfolio with over 250 active companies and has successfully executed 64 exits, with several portfolio companies being acquired by major multinational corporations such as Intel, Symantec, IBM, and Facebook. Additionally, some of its investments are publicly listed on stock exchanges, including NASDAQ and Euronext Growth.
Made 44 investments in Catalonia

European Innovation Council

Established in 2020, the European Innovation Council supports innovative startups and researchers with promising ideas, focusing on early-stage companies with positive environmental, social, or governance impacts. It co-invests alongside private investors.
Made 23 investments in Catalonia

EASME

EASME is a European Union executive agency that supports small and medium-sized enterprises and promotes innovation in Europe. It manages projects in the areas of small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as the environment, energy, and maritime sectors, funded by COSME, LIFE, and EMFF. EASME organizes the European Sustainable Energy Week and serves industries such as environmental management, energy production, and maritime activities.
Made 60 investments in Catalonia

Cabiedes & Partners

Cabiedes & Partners is a Madrid-based venture capital firm focusing on seed and early-stage investments in Spain, with a primary emphasis on the Internet sector and fintech, and broader exposure to B2C, retail, IoT, and technology sectors. It mainly targets opportunities in Spain, particularly Madrid and Barcelona, and typically commits between €50,000 and €500,000 in initial rounds, with €1 million to €2 million in follow-ons. The firm aims to acquire roughly 10% to 20% of portfolio companies and uses personal capital for its investments.
Made 25 investments in Catalonia

Nauta Capital

Nauta Capital is a pan‑European venture capital firm based in London with offices in Barcelona and Munich. It focuses on early‑stage technology companies, primarily B2B software, and targets series A, late seed and series B rounds. With over half a billion assets under management and a team of about 20 professionals, the firm is recognized as one of Europe’s largest B2B focused VCs. Its approach is sector‑agnostic within technology, prioritizing B2B SaaS with strong network effects, vertically oriented enterprise software transforming large industries, and deep‑tech applications that address challenges faced by large enterprises.
Made 18 investments in Catalonia

4Founders Capital

Established in Barcelona in 2017, 4Founders Capital is a venture capital firm focused on investing in high-growth technology companies. The firm prioritizes investments in businesses with strong teams, market-tested products, and clear revenue models. Typically investing €100K to €4M per company over time, the team brings extensive experience as founders and CEOs of successful tech companies.
Made 8 investments in Catalonia

K Fund

Founded in 2016, K Fund is a Madrid-based venture capital firm focusing on early-stage investments in digital-first companies across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. It aims to promote the evolution of the Spanish startup ecosystem.
Made 7 investments in Catalonia

JME Venture Capital

JME Venture Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Madrid and Barcelona, Spain. Founded in 2009, it backs European technology startups in their growth phase, with a focus on information technology, SaaS, mobile, e-commerce, blockchain, education technology, fintech, food technology, gaming, and legal tech. The firm seeks opportunities across Spain and Europe, partnering with founders to support product development, go-to-market strategies, and scaling operations.
Made 13 investments in Catalonia

Bcombinator Venture Partners

Bcombinator: An Entrepreneurship, Acceleration, and Investment Ecosystem Bcombinator is a community driven by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, designed to accelerate and invest in high-potential startups. With over 100 startups in its portfolio and a network of more than 10,000 national and international entrepreneurs, it has become a leader in the innovation ecosystem. It offers access to over 50 investment partners, 500 business angels, and venture capital firms, as well as key institutions such as universities, innovation centers, and public organizations. Through specialized mentorships, events, and coworking spaces, Bcombinator provides the support needed to scale ideas into sustainable businesses. With a strong focus on artificial intelligence and technology, its methodology spans from problem validation to investment readiness, ensuring that startups reach their full potential. Its €40 million investment fund supports the most promising projects, solidifying its position as a key player in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Made 12 investments in Catalonia

Grupo ITnet

Grupo ItNet is an internet business incubator and venture capital firm based in Barcelona, Spain. Founded in 1996 by Carlos Blanco, the company focuses on investments in early-stage digital startups, particularly in the e-business, telecommunications, media, and entertainment sectors. ItNet not only provides financial backing but also offers mentoring and networking opportunities to support its portfolio companies. Through its targeted investments, Grupo ItNet aims to foster innovation and growth within the digital and game leisure industries.
Made 7 investments in Catalonia

Asabys Partners

Asabys Partners is a Barcelona-based venture capital firm established in 2018 that focuses on investments in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. The firm targets innovative and transformative technologies within the health-tech and biopharma industries, both in Spain and internationally. Asabys Partners aims to advance the boundaries of science and medicine by financing disruptive technologies and collaborating with leading experts in the field.
Made 11 investments in Catalonia

Bonsai Partners

Bonsai Partners is a venture capital firm based in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 2001, it invests in European tech startups at stages from pre-Series A to Series C, pursuing both primary investments and secondary opportunities.
Made 10 investments in Catalonia

Ship2B

Founded in 2013, Ship2B is an accelerator firm based in Barcelona, Spain. It focuses on investing in healthcare, clean technology, energy, and wellness sectors within Spain.
Made 8 investments in Catalonia

Wayra UK

Wayra UK is the corporate venture arm and accelerator of Wayra, the global open-innovation program of Telefónica. It runs accelerator programs for early-stage technology startups across industries including health care, information technology, cybersecurity, smart transport and smart city, and 5G, providing investment and acceleration support. The unit connects startups with Telefónica’s networks and partners to enable collaboration and scale opportunities, aiming to generate joint business opportunities between innovators and Telefónica. As part of a worldwide network spanning multiple countries, Wayra UK positions itself as a bridge between entrepreneurs and corporate-scale opportunity, facilitating access to capital, mentorship, and business development.
Made 37 investments in Catalonia

Capital Cell

Capital Cell is a European equity crowdfunding platform based in Barcelona, Spain, that specializes in biotechnology and life sciences projects. Founded in 2014, the company serves as a meeting point for entrepreneurs and private investors, including venture capitalists and business angels, to facilitate funding for innovative medical science initiatives. By leveraging the power of the crowd, Capital Cell enables researchers and companies in the biotech sector to access a diverse pool of investment, thereby fostering the growth and development of cutting-edge solutions in healthcare.
Made 9 investments in Catalonia

Miura Partners

Founded in Barcelona, Spain in 2008, Miura Partners is an independent private equity firm specializing in investing in small and medium-sized companies with growth potential. They focus on businesses in sectors such as retail, food products, and services, providing control-oriented capital and proactive involvement to build sustainable businesses.
Made 5 investments in Catalonia

SeedRocket

SeedRocket is a Barcelona-based startup accelerator founded in 2008 by Vicente Arias and Jesús Monleón. It provides seed funding, training programs, and advisory services to entrepreneurs with technology-based startups at the seed stage.
Made 15 investments in Catalonia

Abac Capital

Founded in 2014, Abac Capital is a Barcelona-based investment advisor specializing in consumer goods, industrial, and business services companies across Spain. With over 70 years of collective experience, the firm advises on investments across various stages and structures, totaling €2.7 billion in equity and debt-like instruments across 30 companies.
Made 2 investments in Catalonia

Kibo Ventures

Kibo Ventures is a Madrid-based venture capital firm that specializes in seed and early-stage technology companies. It focuses on digital and internet-enabled businesses, including software, online services, consumer and enterprise software, and related digital technologies, with investment interest across Europe, the United States and Latin America. The firm typically supports rounds from seed to Series A, and often seeks minority stakes in portfolio companies, providing hands-on guidance through an experienced team. Founded in the early 2010s, Kibo maintains offices in Madrid and Barcelona, with additional presence in Lisbon, reflecting its European reach. Investment sizes commonly range from a few million euros to several million per company, aligning with early-stage financing needs and strategic growth objectives. The team emphasizes backing ambitious founders with scalable products and global market potential, and promotes co-investment with other investors to support portfolio growth.
Made 13 investments in Catalonia

GoHub Ventures

GoHub Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Global Omnium, based in Valencia, Spain, with offices in Seville and Barcelona. It invests in early to growth-stage technology companies, prioritizing B2B software and AI-enabled solutions, across Europe, North America and Latin America. The firm typically backs seed to growth rounds, with ticket sizes from €0.5 million to €3 million, and focuses on sectors including artificial intelligence, machine learning, web3, fintech, insurtech, climate tech, digital health, cybersecurity, IoT, robotics, and AR/VR.
Made 2 investments in Catalonia

Nekko Capital

Founded in Barcelona, Nekko Capital is a venture capital firm investing in early-stage digital transformation companies. It focuses on B2B and B2B2C businesses operating in sectors such as mobility, travel tech, proptech, fintech, and insurtech. The firm backs outstanding teams with global ambitions.
Made 3 investments in Catalonia

JME Venture Capital, SGEIC, S.A.

JME Venture Capital, SGEIC, S.A. is a venture capital firm operating as an endowment arm of the Fundación para la Innovación en Sostenibilidad José Manuel Entrecanales. Established in 2016 and based in Madrid with an additional office in Barcelona, the firm specializes in seed, startup, and early venture investments across various sectors, including digital technologies, SaaS, B2B, retail, fashion, travel, hardware, and clean tech. While primarily focusing on investments within Spain, JME Venture Capital also seeks opportunities internationally. The firm typically invests between €0.5 million and €4 million per company, aiming to support innovative businesses that contribute to sustainable development.

Alta Life Sciences

Alta Life Sciences is a venture capital investment firm based in Barcelona, Spain, that backs life sciences companies at multiple stages of development, from seed through growth. It focuses on biotechnology, medical devices, diagnostics, genomics, nanotechnology and digital health.
Made 4 investments in Catalonia

Active Venture Partners

Founded in Barcelona in 2002, Active Venture Partners is a venture capital firm that invests globally with a focus on Europe. It specializes in seed to growth stage investments, typically ranging from €0.5 million to €5 million per company. The firm concentrates on technology sectors such as enterprise software, digital services, consumer internet, and clean tech. Active Venture Partners takes minority stakes of 5% to 49%, often seeking board seats.
Made 6 investments in Catalonia

Nero Ventures

Nero Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Barcelona, Spain, that backs technology-driven companies across Europe through seed, early, and growth-stage investments. The firm emphasizes active management, sectoral and technology specialization, and value creation as companies scale, leveraging a pan-European network to support portfolio growth. Nero focuses on enterprise software and related technology-enabled services, including cloud, software as a service, data management, security, and infrastructure, as well as B2B2C businesses such as advertising, e-commerce, marketplaces, media, and mobile services. The approach combines early support with growth funding to help companies navigate development, scale operations, and expand across European markets. The firm positions itself as partner to founders, providing strategic guidance, operational aid, and access to a network of partners and potential customers and clients throughout Europe.
Made 4 investments in Catalonia

Itnig

Itnig, established in 2011 in Barcelona, Spain, is a multifaceted organization that invests in and supports early-stage tech startups. It operates as an accelerator, providing resources and expertise to help these companies grow and build scalable products and services. Some of the startups Itnig has backed include Camaloon, Getquipu, and FactorialHR. Additionally, Itnig manages a coworking space and a niche media outlet, further fostering the tech ecosystem.
Made 7 investments in Catalonia

Glovo

Glovo is a Barcelona-based start-up that revolutionizes access to local goods through its on-demand delivery application. The platform connects customers with independent couriers who deliver a wide range of products, including food, groceries, and personal items, within 60 minutes. Glovo operates in several countries, including Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Peru. Users can browse their favorite restaurants and shops, place orders, and track deliveries in real-time using the app's geolocation feature. This service effectively acts as a personal courier, allowing customers to receive goods and complete errands quickly and efficiently.
Made 2 investments in Catalonia

Icosium Investment

Icosium Investment is an industrial investor focused on advancing the energy transition.
Made 2 investments in Catalonia

Suma Capital

Founded in Barcelona in 2007, Suma Capital is an independent investment manager focused on private equity and infrastructure projects across Western Europe. The firm collaborates with business owners to achieve their goals, bringing expertise and rigor to each project.
Made 3 investments in Catalonia

Enion Venture Partners

Enion Venture Partners is an impact investment firm established in 2021 and located in Barcelona, Spain. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage technology-driven start-ups that contribute to the transformation of the energy sector and climate action. Enion seeks to support companies engaged in sustainable energy sources, digitalization of the energy system, green hydrogen, energy storage, and distributed generation. Additionally, the firm emphasizes investments in sustainable mobility and enabling technologies, including artificial intelligence, big data management, sensors, the Internet of Things, and blockchain. Through its strategic investments, Enion aims to provide both financial returns and meaningful contributions to environmental sustainability.
Made 1 investment in Catalonia

Inclimo

Founded in Barcelona in 2022, Inclimo is a venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in climate tech sectors such as transport tech, smart mobility, energy & water tech, agrotech & food tech, circular economy, proptech, and data tech. The company aims to support exceptional teams generating systemic change through technology for a more sustainable world.
Made 1 investment in Catalonia

Aurica Capital

Aurica Capital is an investment firm based in Barcelona, Spain that specializes in mid-market opportunities across manufacturing, industrial sectors, retail and consumer services. The firm takes minority but significant stakes in growth-oriented companies, providing capital and strategic support to accelerate expansion and operational improvements. Its investment approach targets Spanish businesses with clear growth plans, including beauty and other consumer sectors, and emphasizes long-term value creation through active ownership and collaboration with management.
Made 3 investments in Catalonia

GENESIS Ventures

GENESIS Ventures is an investment vehicle based in Barcelona, established in partnership with family offices. With a fund size of €610,000, the company focuses on investing in early-stage start-ups and entrepreneurial projects within the biomedical and biotechnological sectors. Their goal is to support the development of innovative products by funding the creation of start-up companies in areas such as therapeutics, diagnostics, and medical devices. GENESIS Ventures acts as an early-stage platform to assist promising scientific projects in reaching key value milestones, thereby attracting further investment from venture or corporate funds.
Made 3 investments in Catalonia

All Iron Ventures

All Iron Ventures is a European venture capital firm that backs early-stage technology startups. It focuses on companies that use technology to improve customer experience and streamline inefficient business processes, with investments spanning Europe and the United States. The firm aims to support ventures that seek to reshape the future of consumers and enterprises through innovative tech across sectors.
Made 8 investments in Catalonia

Conector Startup Accelerator

Founded in October 2013, Conector is a Barcelona-based startup accelerator specializing in seed-stage investments. It focuses on technology-focused companies and offers mentorship services through its extensive network of over 300 mentors.
Made 4 investments in Catalonia

The Net street

The Net Street is an independent financing and mergers and acquisitions advisory firm established in 2013, with headquarters in Barcelona, Madrid, and London. The company specializes in advising high-growth technology-driven businesses, focusing on fundraising, sell-side mandates, and strategies for inorganic growth. By providing tailored guidance, The Net Street aims to support its clients in navigating complex financial landscapes and achieving their growth objectives.
Made 4 investments in Catalonia

Point Nine Capital

Point Nine Capital is a Berlin-based venture capital firm founded in 2008 that focuses on early-stage Internet investments, prioritizing software as a service, enterprise software, and online marketplaces, with activity in mobile opportunities. It invests across Europe and North America and is managed by Pawel Chudzinski and Christoph Janz. The firm has backed several startups from their earliest stages, including Delivery Hero, Zendesk, Clio, Typeform, Vend, and Shiftplanning.
Made 17 investments in Catalonia

Telefónica

Telefónica is a diversified telecommunications group providing fixed-line and mobile services. It operates in 24 countries and serves hundreds of millions of customers, with a large international footprint beyond its home market. The company focuses on delivering information and communications technology-based services that enhance everyday life and business performance, backed by ongoing investments in digital connectivity, cloud, and cybersecurity. With a significant presence in Latin America and Europe, Telefónica seeks to drive growth through innovation and the deployment of advanced communications networks and services for individuals and enterprises alike.
Made 6 investments in Catalonia

Conren Tramway

Conren Tramway is a real estate investment and asset management firm based in Barcelona, Spain. The company specializes in core plus, value-added, and development investment strategies primarily within the urban office and retail markets of Barcelona and Madrid. Conren Tramway manages a value-added fund that typically targets investment sizes between EUR 200 million and 300 million. The firm caters to both private and institutional investors, offering permanent capital through various investment programs, including individual mandates, club deals, and regulated funds. The team's focus is on effectively managing the development and investment cycle to deliver high-quality properties that meet tenant needs.

General Catalyst

Founded in 2000, General Catalyst is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage and growth equity investments. It focuses on accelerating ideas, careers, and companies towards success by providing ongoing momentum and mentorship based on deep experience.
Made 2 investments in Catalonia

Wallbox

Wallbox is a smart electric vehicle charging company that designs, manufactures, and distributes charging solutions for electric and hybrid vehicles across Europe and the United States. Founded in 2015 and based in Barcelona, Spain, the company develops intelligent charging systems that blend technology with design and manage communication among the vehicle, the grid, the building, and the charger. Its product lineup includes Level 2 AC chargers for residential and commercial use and DC fast chargers for public locations, complemented by energy management capabilities to optimize charging and grid interaction. Wallbox serves residential, business, and public charging markets, aiming to transform how energy is used in the EV sector.

Invivo Partners

Founded in 2012, Invivo Partners is a venture capital firm headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. It specializes in early-stage investments in healthcare, biotechnology, medical devices, and digital health sectors within Spain.
Made 1 investment in Catalonia

Rockstart

Rockstart is an early-stage accelerator and impact investor based in Amsterdam with international reach, founded in 2011. It supports purpose-driven founders building in energy, health, agrifood, and emerging technologies by providing capital, hands-on mentorship, and access to a global network of co-investors, mentors, partners, and corporates. The firm operates across Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Bogota, and maintains a team of professionals who help startups scale, connect to markets, and navigate funding rounds. Rockstart has backed more than 350 startups, with a focus on generating positive social or environmental impact while achieving growth.
Made 2 investments in Catalonia

Smartech Capital

Smartech Capital, founded in 2016 and based in Barcelona, Spain, is a venture capital firm focused on fostering the startup ecosystem in Southern Europe. Comprising a team of six professionals with over 50 years of combined experience in entrepreneurship, venture capital, and corporate finance, Smartech Capital aims to invest in early-stage B2B and B2C technology companies that exhibit disruptive potential and global aspirations. The firm targets startups that are likely to deliver substantial returns for both the company and its investors, leveraging the expertise of successful entrepreneurs and technology specialists to support these ventures toward achieving notable success.

Ferrer Internacional

Grupo Ferrer Internacional is a privately-held European pharmaceutical company based in Barcelona, specializing in research and development across multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals, health, fine chemicals, and food. The company commercializes its human healthcare products in over 95 countries, supported by a network of 24 international affiliates and numerous partners and distributors. Ferrer is involved in the entire pharmaceutical value chain, encompassing activities from research and development to international marketing, as well as the development and manufacturing of raw materials and finished pharmaceuticals. Its research facilities are located in Spain and Germany, while its manufacturing sites are distributed across Europe and Latin America. Ferrer's diverse product portfolio includes prescription drugs, hospital equipment, personalized medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products.
Made 1 investment in Catalonia

Endurance Equity Partners, SGEIC

Endurance Equity Partners is a private equity firm.

Endurance Partners

Endurance Partners is a private equity investment firm based in Barcelona, Spain, founded in 2015, that focuses on small and medium-sized companies undergoing transformation or facing special situations. The firm leverages operational improvement and restructuring expertise alongside finance and M&A capabilities, supported by a hands-on board and advisory committee with broad sectoral and cross-border experience. It emphasizes teamwork, perseverance, humility, honesty and respect, and aims to maximize mid- to long-term value for all stakeholders through active governance and a networked approach.
Made 1 investment in Catalonia