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Is Amsterdam the European Silicon Valley? We don’t know, and we don’t really care. But just like the Bay Area has Sand Hill Road, Amsterdam has its own top-tier VCs. At ASIF Ventures, we decided to put them on the map — literally. Whether you’re a founder looking to raise or someone trying to break into VC in Amsterdam, this one’s for you. Did we miss someone? Shoot us a message on LinkedIn (link below).

VC LIST

ASIF Ventures

Firm Name: ASIF Ventures Investment Thesis: Bridging the gap between student entrepreneurs and professional VC support in Amsterdam. Focus: Student or recent graduate‑led startups, sector agnostic Stage: Pre‑seed Geography: Based in Amsterdam Metropolitan Area; supports ventures from University of Amsterdam, VU Amsterdam, AUC, HvA, etc. Notable Portfolio Companies: Dyme, Lalaland, Cargoplot, Workwize, OasysNow, Airweave(YCX25) Description: Founded in 2017 and headquartered at Startup Village, Amsterdam Science Park, ASIF Ventures is the city’s pioneering VC fund exclusively focused on student and recent graduate teams from top universities in Amsterdam. Offering pre‑seed convertible loans (typically 40k). They actively build ecosystem through programs: XLerate (an 8‑week incubator run with Tulip Ventures) and PitchXL, Amsterdam’s largest student pitch competition. ASIF’s model leverages a student-led team augmented by advisory support, giving founders capital, peer fellows, mentorship, events, and navigational access to Amsterdam’s VC and innovation networks. This hands-on involvement and focus on early stage makes ASIF Ventures a launchpad for the next generation of Amsterdam entrepreneurs.

Curiosity Venture Capital

Investment Thesis: Fueling early‑stage B2B software startups that use responsible AI to positively impact society. Focus: B2B AI/ML software in Sustainable Living (PropTech, CleanTech), Trusted Society (Cybersecurity, LegalTech), Future of Work (Enterprise SaaS, HRTech), and Future of Commerce (Fintech, MarTech, Logistics). Stage: Post–product launch, early revenue to Series A (~€500 K–€1 M). Geography: Based in Amsterdam; invests across Benelux, Nordics, Baltics (European scope). Notable Portfolio Companies: Deeploy, Orq.ai, Strise, Dreamdata, Freesi Description: Curiosity VC, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Amsterdam, is a community‑driven VC firm committed to scaling the next generation of responsible AI-powered B2B software businesses across Europe. Using a thesis-driven approach, they invest between €500 K and €1 M in startups that have launched a viable product and are gaining traction. Their key verticals focus on AI applications in sustainability, cybersecurity, enterprise software, fintech, logistics, and more—reflecting a belief in technology that serves global and societal good.

Holland Capital Management BV

Holland Capital’s venture capital activity is focused on supporting early-stage and growth-stage companies in the Netherlands and Germany, particularly within the Technology, Healthcare, and Agrifood sectors. The firm seeks out startups and scale-ups that offer innovative products or services with significant impact and growth potential, often investing in companies with revenues up to €5 million and EBITDA below €1 million

Arches Capital

Firm Name: Arches Capital Investment Thesis: Combining VC-like diligence with angel-level engagement to ignite B2B software scale‑ups. Focus: B2B/B2B2C software across sectors like FinTech, Data Science, MedTech, Cybersecurity. Stage: Seed to early-scaling (lead ticket €250 K–€1 M+). Geography: Benelux focus, primarily Netherlands, with openness to other top‑tier European startups. Notable Portfolio Companies: Peckish, Cruit, Next Ocean, The Grid, Simpl.energy Description: Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Arches Capital bridges the gap between structured venture capital and hands-on angel investing. Their thesis centers on sourcing high-potential B2B/B2B2C software startups, applying rigorous VC-style screening and deploying seasoned “Archangels” to actively work with founders. Investment tickets typically range from €250 K to €1 M+ on initial rounds, with room for follow-on funding

NLC Health Ventures

Firm Name: NLC Health Ventures Investment Thesis: Building and co-founding early-stage healthtech and biotech ventures to advance patient-centered innovation. Focus: Biotech, Medtech, Digital Health, Diagnostics, Spanning therapeutics, surgical tools, enterprise health software. Stage: Pre-seed to Series A–B (initial investment in venture creation with follow-on rounds up to ~€9M per company) Geography: Amsterdam HQ, active across Europe (16+ countries) and expanding globally (notably via U.S. partnerships) Notable Portfolio Companies: Altach, POROUS, Exolvo, NeurOdys Therapeutics, Sigilla Medical, Crainio Description: Founded in 2014 and headquartered at the Amsterdam Health & Technology Center, NLC Health Ventures is a leading European healthtech venture builder and early-stage VC. They bridge the gap between scientific breakthroughs and patient-ready solutions by sourcing innovations from academia, hospitals, and corporates—evaluating over 1,500 annually—and co-founding around 20 new ventures in 2024 alone

Volta Ventures

Firm Name: Volta Ventures Investment Thesis: Supporting early-stage B2B SaaS founders in Benelux with capital and operational support to scale globally. Focus: B2B software — fintech, proptech, healthtech, enterprise SaaS, AI/ML tools — across the internet and mobile sectors. Stage: Pre‑seed to seed (typically €100 K–€1 M, with follow-on potential up to ~€7 M). Geography: Headquartered in Amsterdam, with outreach across the Benelux region (Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg). Notable Portfolio Companies: Nodalview, Keyrock, Cashforce, SweepBright, Videobot, LangWatch Description: Founded in 2014 and based in Amsterdam (with additional presence in Ghent and Antwerp), Volta Ventures is a seed and early-stage VC that invests in B2B SaaS startups across the Benelux region. Deploying ticket sizes between €100 K and €1 M at inception—with follow-on flexibility up to €7 M—they back startups that exhibit strong product-market traction and scalable business models

SET Ventures

Firm Name: SET Ventures Investment Thesis: Backing digital innovators to accelerate the carbon‑free energy transition in Europe. Focus: Digital energy technologies — including distributed energy systems, digital utilities, AI‑enabled infrastructure, industrial energy management, built environment, and mobility/transport. Stage: Series A (early growth) — lead checks typically €2–5 M, up to €6 M. Geography: Amsterdam HQ; invests across Europe (core in Benelux, DACH, UK, Nordics, Southern Europe). Notable Portfolio Companies: Instagrid, Vilisto, Easelink, Energyworx, Sensorfact (exit), Enocean (exit) Description: Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Amsterdam, SET (Sustainable Energy Technologies) Ventures is Europe’s leading energy-focused VC. Their mission is to enable a carbon-free energy system by supporting fast-growing digital companies across the energy value chain. They invest in startups that combine strong digital capabilities with market traction, deploying Series A funding rounds of €2–5 M, typically not exceeding €6 M, while reserving additional follow-on capacity. SET operates a pan-European strategy, with a presence in Amsterdam and Hamburg, targeting companies in core regions including Germany, Benelux, UK, Nordics, and Iberia. Their portfolio spans key domains such as distributed energy systems (Instagrid, Hydrogrid), digital utilities and industrial energy (Energyworx, Sensorfact), built environment (Vilisto, Fuchs & Eule), and mobility (Easelink). Their fourth fund, closing at €200 M in September 2024, underscores their commitment to scaling digital solutions for net-zero energy.

SHIFT Invest

Firm Name: SHIFT Invest Investment Thesis: Turning investments into positive impact on climate and nature by backing early-stage environmental innovators. Focus: Sustainable mobility & logistics, energy transition, smart food & agriculture, green industries. Stage: Pre-seed through early growth (seed to Series A/B), check sizes ~€250 K–€5 M, with fund size enabling follow-on up to Series C. Geography: Headquartered in Amstelveen (greater Amsterdam); invests across the Netherlands and broader Europe. Notable Portfolio Companies: Protix, ViriCiti, Pieter Pot, Vertoro, OneThird. Logo URL: (image above from Golden Egg Check) Description: Founded in 2009 and based in Amstelveen, SHIFT Invest is one of the Netherlands’ leading impact-first venture capital funds focused on restoring ecological balance through strategic early-stage investments. They seek tech-forward startups that directly address climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion, targeting industries such as sustainable mobility & logistics, green manufacturing, smart food & agriculture, and energy transition. SHIFT deploys tickets ranging from €250 K up to €5 M, using fund-level capital of €110–€200 M to support companies through multiple rounds, including Series A and beyond. They have a deep impact thesis, leveraging partnerships with universities and R&D centres (e.g., Wageningen, TNO) and LPs like KLM, NS, Schiphol, and EIF. Their portfolio features high-impact names like Protix (insect protein), ViriCiti (electric fleet management), Pieter Pot (zero-waste groceries), Vertoro (bio-based chemicals), and OneThird (food waste reduction). SHIFT's unique multi-stage, hands-on model and longstanding experience (65+ startups backed) make it a go-to VC for environmental innovation in Europe.

Borski Fund

Firm Name: Borski Fund Investment Thesis: Narrowing the gender funding gap by investing in female–led and gender‑diverse tech startups. Focus: Female founders or products for women in healthcare, circular energy, femtech, retail, and future societies. Stage: Seed to Series A. Geography: Based in Amsterdam; investing across the Netherlands and broader Europe. Notable Portfolio Companies: Soft Revolt, VivArt‑X, CarbonX, ANTENNEX, The Selection Lab. Description: Founded in 2019 by Simone Brummelhuis and Laura Rooseboom, Amsterdam‑based Borski Fund addresses the stark imbalance where only around 1% of VC capital goes to all‑female teams. With a mission to champion female and gender‑diverse entrepreneurs, they back startups in impactful sectors like femtech, healthcare, circular energy, and inclusive consumer tech. Borski makes seed and Series A investments, typically funding tech ventures with strong social impact. In 2025, they reached a hard-cap of 50 million euros, including a 9 million euro anchor commitment from global investor M&G Investments. Their portfolio includes notable names like Soft Revolt (lingerie), VivArt‑X (biomaterials for breast reconstruction), CarbonX (sustainable battery materials), and newly funded ANTENNEX (antenna measurement systems). Borski Fund stands out through its active, hands‑on support, leveraging a strong network, market insights, and knowledge-sharing from female entrepreneurs and partners in StartGreen Capital and The Next Women. Situated at Mauritskade, Amsterdam, Borski is a leading force for inclusive innovation and closing the gender capital gap in Europe.

FORWARD.one

Firm Name: FORWARD.one Investment Thesis: Fast-tracking Europe’s hardware deep-tech innovators through pragmatic, commercialization-led venture support. Focus: Hardware-centric deep tech—semiconductors, high-tech industrial systems, climate-tech hardware, 3D/AR/VR, quantum, robotics. Stage: Early-stage (Pre-seed to Series A/B), with check sizes typically €0.1 M–€5 M. Geography: Based in Amstelveen (Greater Amsterdam); invests broadly across Europe with key activity in the Netherlands, Germany, Nordics, and the UK. Notable Portfolio Companies: Qualinx (GNSS & edge IoT), Helin (high-tech systems), Voltfang (climate-tech), Optics11 (optical sensing), Collo (advanced hardware) Description: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Amstelveen, FORWARD.one is a European venture capital firm laser-focused on nurturing early-stage hardware deep-tech startups. They champion founders developing breakthrough technologies—from semiconductors and quantum devices to climate-tech hardware and AR/VR systems—where technical rigor and commercialization intersect. The firm typically invests €100 K–€5 M per startup during pre-seed through Series A/B rounds, with a strategic preference for capital-efficient scaling models. FORWARD.one’s second fund, recently closed at approximately €145 M, underlines their commitment to deep-tech innovation across the Netherlands, Germany, Nordics, and the UK. Portfolio highlights include Qualinx (GNSS and edge IoT), Helin (advanced hardware systems), Voltfang (climate-tech), Optics11 (precision optical sensing), and Collo (cutting-edge hardware). With a hands-on approach that blends founder collaboration and pragmatic support, FORWARD.one empowers startups to scale their deep-tech innovations into Europe’s next generation of tech champions.

Fortino Capital

Firm Name: Fortino Capital Investment Thesis: Supporting B2B software entrepreneurs across early and growth stages through strategic, operational, and international network support Focus: European B2B SaaS, PaaS and digital technology companies including insurtech, sales automation, logistics, telecom, with a hybrid VC and growth equity model Stage: Early-stage (late seed to Series A) and mid-cycle growth equity Geography: Offices in Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Munich; investing across Northwestern Europe (Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, France) Notable Portfolio Companies: ProMark, BizzMine, Efficy, Cenosco, Donna, Bonitasoft Description: Founded in 2013 and headquartered with offices in Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Munich, Fortino Capital is a European venture capital and growth equity firm focused on high-growth B2B software companies. Their approach combines early-stage venture funding with growth equity deployment, backed by a deep network of entrepreneurs, executives, and operators. Fortino has raised over €800 million across four investment funds, deploying across both venture and private equity strategies. They typically invest €1M–€4M in late-seed and Series A rounds, and support scale-ups via growth equity up to €377M in their PE II fund. With a portfolio spanning software platforms like ProMark, BizzMine, Efficy CRM, Cenosco, Donna, and Bonitasoft, Fortino leverages its international reach and sector expertise to help companies scale across Europe and beyond.

Airbridge Equity Partners

Firm Name: Airbridge Equity Partners Investment Thesis: Providing strategic capital and venture debt tailored for technology-driven companies to scale commercially and internationally Focus: Scalable B2B and B2C digital technology companies across industry sectors including software, marketplaces, analytics, and SaaS Stage: Early-stage and growth-stage (initial investments of €1–5 million, including follow-on and venture debt support) Geography: Based in Amsterdam with investments across Europe, including Benelux, DACH, Nordics, and Western Europe Notable Portfolio Companies: Smartlook, Roam.ai, Honey Sales, Dan.com Description: Founded in 2017 by former entrepreneurs and headquartered in Amsterdam, Airbridge Equity Partners offers flexible, founder-first capital solutions for scaling tech companies. They provide equity, follow-on expansion capital, and venture debt, structured to align with startup growth paths. Typically investing €1–5 million initially, they focus on companies generating monthly revenues over €50,000 with rapid and steady growth. Airbridge is actively investing from its second fund, AEP II, a €63 million vehicle launched in 2023. Their approach combines hands-on support around sales, go-to-market and company building, leveraging entrepreneurial experience to guide portfolio startups toward success. Notably, their portfolio includes Smartlook, a user behavior analytics platform; Roam.ai, a location-tracking SDK; Honey Sales, a B2B sales automation firm; and Dan.com, a domain marketplace—some of which have achieved exits or secured follow-on funding from major investors

DFF Ventures

Firm Name: DFF Ventures (formerly Dutch Founders Fund) Investment Thesis: Partnering early with bold founders to digitize traditional industries through high-conviction, operator-led support Focus: Marketplaces (B2B/B2C), vertical SaaS, tech-enabled services—specifically tackling underdigitized sectors Stage: Pre-seed to Seed (first checks, up to follow-on rounds across Series A) Geography: Based in Amsterdam; investing across EMEA including Western, Central, and Eastern Europe, and Middle East Notable Portfolio Companies: Northladder, GetMobil, Fleequid, Cloud Capital, reverse.supply Description: Founded in 2018 (rebranded in 2024) and headquartered on Amsterdam's Fred Roeskestraat, DFF Ventures is a founder-first, operationally driven early-stage VC. Its team, composed of former entrepreneurs from companies like WeTransfer, Just Eat, Treatwell, fonQ, and SchoolKassa, focuses on tackling overlooked digital opportunities in traditional verticals. DFF specializes in marketplaces, vertical SaaS, and recommerce platforms, offering first-check capital with initial investments that lead into larger Seed and Series A rounds across EMEA. With approximately €85 million AUM across two flagship funds, the firm has backed more than 36 startups to date. DFF stands out for its no-nonsense approach, favoring founders with grit, execution capability, and industry insight, and a hands-on model that emphasizes both strategic advice and network access. Their investments include Northladder (trade-in marketplace), GetMobil (electronics retail), Fleequid (bus marketplace), Cloud Capital (fintech for cloud cost management), and reverse.supply (fashion recommerce), validating their expertise in underdigitized sectors. From Amsterdam to EMEA, DFF Ventures supports founders from napkin to launchpad, empowering them to turn traditional sectors into digital challengers.

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Acrobator Ventures

Firm Name: Acrobator Ventures Investment Thesis: A relationship-first VC that empowers high-impact tech founders—especially from Eastern Europe—to scale global software platforms through AI expertise and strategic growth support. Focus: B2B/B2C SaaS and AI/ML software, cybersecurity, fintech, infrastructure, marketplaces, synthetic media, data-heavy tech. Stage: Pre-seed to Seed (initial checks roughly €180K–€1.2M, often playing lead and continuing through Series A–C). Geography: HQ in Amsterdam (Weesperplein); also present in Kyiv and Tbilisi. Invests in startups across the CIS, Baltics, CEE, and Western markets aiming for global reach. Notable Portfolio Companies: Respeecher, Let’s Enhance, Planet42, Taxify, Pipedrive, Glovo, MiLaboratories Description: Founded in 2019 and based in Amsterdam, Acrobator Ventures is a hands-on pre-seed and seed fund targeting high-impact software startups—particularly those bridge-building Eastern European founders scaling into Western markets. Their team brings deep operational experience, having scaled SaaS and AI/ML companies, and emphasizes founder coaching, growth marketing, and network-building. They deploy check sizes from approximately €180K up to €1.2M, frequently taking the lead and supporting through follow-on rounds. With key investments in startups like Respeecher, Let’s Enhance, Planet42, Taxify, Pipedrive, and Glovo, Acrobator demonstrates success in backing ambitious teams leveraging AI, data, and digital platforms. Operating from hubs in Amsterdam, Kyiv, and Tbilisi, the fund leverages regional insight to help founders compete globally, backed by a flexible fund structure and a commitment to long-term partnerships.

Antler

Firm Name: Antler (Amsterdam) Investment Thesis: Partnering with exceptional founders from day zero—building companies from scratch through residency and pre-seed funding. Focus: Sector-agnostic, with emphasis on enterprise SaaS, fintech, healthtech, deep tech, climate tech, and consumer tech. Stage: Pre-seed via residency program (approximately €100K–€150K for around 10 percent equity), followed by support up to Series A or C. Geography: Amsterdam hub embedded in Antler’s Europe-wide network (also Berlin, Munich), and global offices. Notable Portfolio Companies: Airalo, Wrtn, Tactiq (among more than 600 launched locally, over 450 globally) Description: Antler, established in Amsterdam since 2017, is a global early-stage VC and incubator that uniquely blends founder-driven venture creation with structured capital support. Through its signature residency—lasting 6 to 10 weeks—solo founders or early teams collaborate intensively to co-found startups, culminating in Antler's €100K–€150K initial investment for around 10 percent equity. The program provides coaching, community, office resources, and network access aimed at unlocking traction swiftly. Post-residency, Antler remains committed, offering follow-on funding up to Series A or C, leveraging over €500 million in global assets under management. With over 600 companies launched from its Amsterdam residency—across SaaS, deep tech, impact and more—the firm plays a central role in Europe's startup ecosystem. The pan-European and global presence ensures founders have scalable support, tailored to any industry ambition. Antler stands out as a day zero partner—providing capital, co-founders, coaching, and a networked path to growth.

Newion

Firm Name: Newion Investment Thesis: Backing early-stage B2B software companies across Northwestern Europe with operational support and network-driven scale-up expertise Focus: Enterprise SaaS, B2B software, cloud infrastructure, AI/ML, data management, digital transformation tools Stage: Seed to Series A (initial tickets typically €1M–€3M with follow-on potential) Geography: Based in Amsterdam; investing in Benelux, DACH, Nordics, and the UK Notable Portfolio Companies: CustomerGauge, Collibra, Deliverect, Foleon, Objective Platform Description: Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Newion is one of the longest-standing B2B software-focused venture capital firms in Northwestern Europe. The firm invests in early-stage enterprise SaaS and software companies that are building mission-critical solutions for global industries. Newion writes initial tickets of €1M–€3M and has a strong follow-on capacity, supporting companies from first institutional round through Series B and beyond. Their portfolio includes market leaders like Collibra (data intelligence), Deliverect (restaurant SaaS), CustomerGauge (customer experience), Foleon (content creation), and Objective Platform (marketing attribution). With a hands-on approach and strong operational focus, Newion provides guidance on go-to-market, organization scaling, and international expansion, leveraging a deep network across Europe to help founders build globally competitive software businesses.

No Such Ventures

Firm Name: No Such Ventures Investment Thesis: A flexible, deal-by-deal funding model that empowers European software-first companies with capital and active support. Focus: Software-led scaleups—sector-agnostic but strong in AI, marketplaces, SaaS, cyber, future of work, infrastructure Stage: Seed, Late Seed, Series A, Series B (typically €2–8 million) Geography: Amsterdam-based with pan-European and global reach (including Canada, US) Notable Portfolio Companies: TAGGRS, Contentoo, Propel, Vouchery, Playbook Description: No Such Ventures, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Amsterdam, operates with a deal-by-deal structure—raising capital per investment rather than via a pooled fund. This model gives founders flexibility and ensures each investor is personally aligned with the startup they back. They invest €2–8 million in software-oriented scaleups with product-market fit that are ready to scale, across Europe and beyond. The firm champions active, founder-friendly support, drawing on a network of high-profile entrepreneurs and LPs whose incentives are directly tied to the success of each deal. Its portfolio includes companies like TAGGRS, Propel, Contentoo, Vouchery, and Playbook. No Such Ventures is known for being fast, flexible, and pragmatic while maintaining strong alignment with founders.

Keen Venture Partners

Firm Name: Keen Venture Partners Investment Thesis: Deep, thesis-driven capital for radically human tech founders, combining long-term support with sector foresight. Focus: DeepTech & frontier tech; defense & security; AI, climate tech, infra-tech, vertical SaaS, B2B software, data/analytics Stage: Late seed to Series B (with ticket sizes typically €5–10 million) Geography: Amsterdam- and London-based, investing across Europe (pan-European reach, including UK, Turkey, Norway) Notable Portfolio Companies: Beekeeper, Crisp, Perciv AI, EclecticIQ, Avalor AI Description: Keen Venture Partners, founded in 2014 and operating from Amsterdam and London, is a radically human VC that offers early support to tech founders—investing time before capital and forming thesis-led convictions via regular theme sprints. It backs fast-growing, B2B-centric startups from seed through Series B, typically writing cheques of €5–10 million. The firm focuses on frontier verticals such as DeepTech, defence and security, AI, climate tech, infra-tech, data analytics, and vertical SaaS—leveraging deep networks and operating insight to accelerate growth. Keen recently launched a €125 million European Defence & Security Tech Fund, with backing from the EIF’s Defence Equity Facility, targeting dual-use startups in cybersecurity, autonomy, robotics, and space tech. Its diverse portfolio includes European innovators like Beekeeper, Crisp, Perciv AI, EclecticIQ, and Avalor AI, showcasing its strength across both enterprise and defence tech.

Plug and Play Tech Center, Amsterdam

Firm Name: Plug and Play Tech Center – Amsterdam Investment Thesis: Enable corporate-startup partnerships to pilot and scale innovation without taking equity. Focus: Smart Cities, Financial Services, Enterprise & AI, Fintech, Mobility, Sustainability, and other sector-specific accelerator tracks. Stage: Early-stage (pre-seed, seed, Series A) via accelerator and investment programs. Geography: Europe-wide with a local hub in Amsterdam supporting projects in The Netherlands and beyond. Notable Portfolio Companies: PayPal, Dropbox, Lending Club, NatureBox, SoundHound. Description: Plug and Play Amsterdam serves as the European outpost of the global innovation platform headquartered in Silicon Valley. Focused on Smart Cities, Financial Services, Enterprise & AI, and other verticals, the Amsterdam hub partners with local governments, corporates, startups, universities, and investors to identify and pilot breakthrough technologies—without taking equity. It enables startups to scale regionally, offering curated accelerator tracks, mentorship, workspace access, and a rich corporate network. Since its 2018 launch, the hub has run successful programs tied to key events at venues like Johan Cruijff ArenA . As part of a global ecosystem—35,000 + startups, 500 + corporations—it brings proven venture funnel and pilot mechanisms to Dutch innovators. Alumni include SaaS and fintech leaders such as PayPal and Dropbox, showcasing its track record of accelerating transformational tech from seed-stage to market leadership. Plug and Play Amsterdam continues to catalyze innovation by connecting startups to European and global opportunities through corporate-backed accelerators, making it a key node in the innovation landscape.

Peak

Firm Name: Peak Capital Investment Thesis: Backing European founders building category-defining marketplaces, SaaS, and platforms with a data-driven, founder-first approach. Focus: Marketplaces, SaaS, platforms (B2B and B2C), data/AI-driven businesses Stage: Seed to Series A Geography: Based in Amsterdam, investing across Europe Notable Portfolio Companies: Catawiki, Channable, StuDocu, United Wardrobe, Circula Description: Peak Capital is a leading early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Amsterdam, focused on investing in data-driven marketplaces, SaaS companies, and platform businesses across Europe. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs, Peak takes a hands-on, founder-first approach, bringing both capital and operational expertise to the table. The firm typically invests from Seed to Series A stages, writing initial tickets between €250K and €4 million. What sets Peak apart is its deep analytical rigor, transparent communication style, and emphasis on empowering founders with strategic support rather than control. The firm has backed successful companies such as Catawiki (Europe’s leading online auction platform), Channable (e-commerce feed management), StuDocu (student sharing platform), United Wardrobe (fashion resale), and Circula (expense management). With a strong presence in Amsterdam and a growing reach across Europe, Peak remains one of the most active and respected VC players in the region’s tech ecosystem.

Rockstart

Firm Name: Rockstart Investment Thesis: Empowering purpose-driven founders to drive positive change by providing early-stage capital and deep accelerator support across key impact sectors Focus: Energy, AgriFood, and Emerging Technologies including sustainable energy, circular economy, food innovation, and climate tech Stage: Pre-seed to Series B (initial tickets €100K–€350K, follow-on up to €2M) Geography: Headquartered in Amsterdam with programs and investments across Europe and globally Notable Portfolio Companies: SolarMente, eAgronom, iClinic, Energyworx, Orderlion Description: Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Rockstart is a leading European early-stage investor and accelerator focused on energy, agri-food, and emerging impact-driven technology. The firm invests in and supports founders from day one, running structured accelerator programs and deploying initial investments ranging from €100K to €350K, with the ability to follow-on up to €2M. Rockstart combines hands-on mentorship, ecosystem access, and an extensive network of partners and investors to help startups rapidly scale and achieve global impact. Their portfolio features startups like SolarMente (solar energy), eAgronom (agritech), iClinic (healthtech), Energyworx (energy data), and Orderlion (food supply chain). With a mission to invest in and empower purpose-driven entrepreneurs, Rockstart is a key catalyst for innovation in Europe’s impact tech landscape.

Volve Capital

Firm Name: Volve Capital Investment Thesis: Empower visionary teams building digital-first, impact-driven ventures with capital and operational excellence. Focus: Early-stage technology—SaaS, B2B/B2B2C platforms—emphasizing impact across energy, sustainability, digital infrastructure, and travel tech aligned with SDGs. Stage: Pre-seed to seed (approximately €200K–500K initial; follow-on up to €1M) Geography: Based in Amsterdam; invests primarily in Benelux, DACH, and Nordics, with broader Western Europe scope. Notable Portfolio Companies: Twindo, Eddy Grid, Stippl, NOX Energy, Conservio Description: Founded in 2022 by experienced entrepreneurs Maurits and Joost Hovius, along with Tim Bijlsma, Volve Capital is a boutique Amsterdam-based VC focused on backing digital-first and impact-oriented startups. With an initial ticket range of €200K–500K (and follow-ons up to €1M), they target early-stage, post-revenue ventures in SaaS, B2B/B2B2C platforms, and impact-tech aligned with Sustainable Development Goals. Their hands-on model gives startups operational support through a network of seasoned Operating Partners specializing in data, technology, growth, and people management. A hallmark of Volve Capital is their commitment to the energy transition and sustainability tech. They led a €1 million seed round for Twindo, an AI-powered field operations platform for renewables, and backed companies like Eddy Grid, Stippl, and NOX Energy—all working toward more efficient energy systems. Other ventures in their portfolio include Conservio, focused on conservation-linked travel, demonstrating a broad yet cohesive environmental impact thread. Volve Capital’s evolving presence across the Benelux, DACH, and Nordic regions positions it as a nimble, founder-first partner for European tech companies scaling with purpose.

Rubio Impact Ventures

Firm Name: Rubio Impact Ventures Investment Thesis: Partnering with entrepreneurs who drive systemic change through scalable, impact‑driven business models. Focus: CleanTech, HealthTech, FoodTech, PeopleTech (e.g., circular economy, workforce development, healthy systems) Stage: Seed to Series B Geography: Primarily Netherlands & NW Europe Notable Portfolio Companies: Sympower, Amber Electric, Renewaball, OpenUp, Female Invest Description: Rubio Impact Ventures is an Amsterdam‑based VC founded in 2013 by impact pioneer Willemijn Verloop, with a mission to back “world‑changing entrepreneurs” who blend strong societal or environmental impact with sustainable commercial growth. The firm deploys growth capital in clean technologies, healthy systems, circular solutions, and people‑empowering innovations across the Netherlands and NW Europe. Rubio invests from Seed through Series B, applying a unique model where 100% of carry is tied to independently validated impact KPIs—a first in the Dutch VC space privateequityinternational.com. Its €110 million second fund (2021 vintage) supports scalable solutions across sectors, with notable investments including grid‑flexibility software Sympower, smart home‑battery platform Amber Electric, recycling‑innovation Renewaball, mental‑health platform OpenUp, and female financial‑literacy startup Female Invest. Rubio offers value beyond capital, including ESG support, impact measurement, and deep sector networks—powered by a team with 150+ years of combined impact investing experience

Shamrock Ventures

Firm Name: Shamrock Ventures Investment Thesis: First professional capital for impact-driven founders, combining early capital with hands-on support to build a sustainable future. Focus: Circular economy, clean tech, sustainable mobility, food and agritech; tech-based solutions with positive environmental and social outcomes. Stage: Pre-seed to seed rounds (approximately €100K–€250K initial check). Geography: Based in Amsterdam; invests exclusively in Dutch-headquartered startups. Notable Portfolio Companies: BIYU, Bringly, CircularIQ, Peerby, Seenons, Pickler, Tap Electric, Tiny Library, VOOD Description: Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Shamrock Ventures is a pre-seed and seed-stage impact VC focused on tech startups building a sustainable future. With an early-stage investment mandate, they aim to be the first professional partner founders bring on board, writing checks between €100K and €250K and intentionally leading rounds. The fund targets solutions across circular economy, cleantech, sustainable mobility, and food and agritech—measuring success not only in business traction but also in positive environmental or societal impact, aligned with EU SFDR Article 9 principles. Beyond funding, Shamrock prides itself on providing deep operational guidance through a network of experienced founding partners embedded in their ventures. Its active portfolio includes impactful companies like BIYU (rental economy), Bringly (eco-shipping), CircularIQ (circular software), Peerby (sharing platform), Seenons (waste management), Pickler (packaging footprint), Tap Electric (EV charging), Tiny Library (baby gear rental), and VOOD (plant-based meals, exit 2024). Shamrock Ventures stands out for closing a critical funding gap in the Dutch early-stage ecosystem while embedding sustainability and tech rigor into every investment.

Inkef Capital

Firm Name: INKEF Capital Investment Thesis: Patient, long-term capital backing transformative healthcare and technology companies across Europe. Focus: HealthTech, BioTech, Therapeutics, Medical Devices, Enterprise & FinTech Software Stage: Seed to Series A (occasionally growth rounds) Geography: Amsterdam-based, investing broadly across Netherlands and Europe (also U.S. on select deals) Notable Portfolio Companies: GitLab, Remote, Urban Sports Club, QurAlis, Precirix Description: INKEF Capital, founded in 2010 in Amsterdam by Dutch pension fund ABP and Canada’s OMERS, is a long-term, patient VC partner backing early-stage ventures at the intersection of health and technology. With investment tickets typically ranging from €0.5–15 million, the firm supports founders from seed through Series A—and sometimes beyond—focused on lasting, impactful company-building. INKEF’s portfolio spans deep health-tech (e.g., QurAlis, Precirix) and software/enterprise (e.g., GitLab, Remote, Urban Sports Club) across Europe and occasionally the U.S. The team of ~20 professionals emphasizes active mentorship, sector expertise in life sciences and software, and multi‑round support through IPOs or exits. Even after LP ABP shifted its focus in 2023, INKEF maintains capital reserves to back its existing portfolio for years and continues investing in breakthrough innovation across its core domains.

Slingshot Ventures

Firm Name: Slingshot Ventures Investment Thesis: Offering inspirational growth capital from successful entrepreneurs to build strong consumer-tech brands with happy customers and healthy margins. Focus: Digital consumer brands, platforms, and marketplaces; B2C/B2B2C tech across e-commerce, fintech, foodtech, retail, mobility, personal care and more. Stage: Pre-seed to Series A (initial €200K–€4M, follow-on up to €10M). Geography: Amsterdam-based, investing across Western Europe including Netherlands, Germany, UK, Nordics and more. Notable Portfolio Companies: VanMoof, Temper, Boldking, Check, Wasteless, Wild, Toothfairy, Fangage, Eatch Description: Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Slingshot Ventures is a consumer-tech-focused VC backed exclusively by successful entrepreneurs. They target early-stage brands and platforms with strong consumer appeal and scalable models, writing initial checks of €200K–€4M and retaining capacity to invest up to €10M per company. Their entrepreneurs-for-entrepreneurs ethos means they bring hands-on support, networks, and industry insights, fostering growth via strategic guidance. Slingshot’s standout portfolio includes brands reshaping various consumer verticals: VanMoof (electric mobility), Temper (freelance marketplace), Boldking (personal grooming), Check (shared electric vehicles), Wasteless (AI-driven grocery pricing), Wild (plastic-free personal care), Toothfairy (digital dentistry), Fangage (creator platforms), and Eatch (automated meal delivery). With €65M under management, the firm positions itself as the largest Dutch VC fund backed solely by entrepreneurs. Their focus on emotionally compelling brands, strong unit economics, and western Europe expansion makes them a go-to partner for founders aiming to scale consumer-tech ventures internationally.

TIN Capital

Capital T

Firm Name: Capital T Investment Thesis: Betting on brilliant teams using AI/data to build purpose-driven software companies. Focus: AI/ML, climate tech, future-of-work, digital health, software platforms (B2B & B2C) Stage: Pre-seed & seed (initial checks €100k–€1.5m, fund capacity ~€7m average per round) Geography: Northern Europe (Netherlands, UK, Nordics, Germany); globally scalable Notable Portfolio Companies: Bloom & Wolf, Airforestry, Trail, TestGorilla, AI-BOB Description: Founded in Amsterdam in 2020 by Janneke Niessen and Eva de Mol, Capital T is a pre-seed and seed-stage venture firm with a deep commitment to backing mission-led software startups. The firm uniquely combines a data-driven sourcing approach using proprietary tools to spot high-potential teams with thematic expertise in AI, climate tech, and the future of work. It typically writes initial checks between €100k and €1.5m, with participation in rounds averaging around €7m. Capital T places strong emphasis on diversity, transparency, and founder-first values. It supports its portfolio with hands-on guidance in engineering, team building, scaling, and storytelling. With a €40 million fund and a Europe-first investment mandate, Capital T backs startups across the Netherlands, UK, Nordics, and Germany, helping them grow responsibly and achieve international scale. Notable investments include TestGorilla, Bloom & Wolf, Airforestry, Trail, and AI-BOB.

HPE Growth B.V.

Firm Name: HPE Growth Investment Thesis: Partnering with proven digital-scale ups across Europe to accelerate sustainable, tech-driven growth. Focus: SaaS, FinTech, Digital Health, ClimateTech; digital & data-driven B2B platforms with scalable, defensible technology. Stage: Early-to‑mid growth (EUR 10–100M revenue), investing EUR 5–40 million. Geography: Pan‑European (HQ in Amsterdam, with offices in Düsseldorf and San Francisco). Notable Portfolio Companies: WeTransfer, PPRO, Tiqets, Uberall, EGYM Description: Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Amsterdam, HPE Growth is a B‑Corp certified, purpose-driven growth equity firm with over €600 million in assets under management. The firm targets digital technology companies in their early to mid‑growth stages—typically with EUR 10–100 million in turnover—by deploying EUR 5–40 million for meaningful minority or majority stakes. With sector expertise spanning SaaS, FinTech, Digital Health, and ClimateTech, HPE supports its portfolio through active engagement in strategy optimization, international expansion, sustainability implementation, and human‑capital initiatives. HPE’s credentials are backed by a highly experienced team with backgrounds in investing (e.g., TPG, General Atlantic), finance, and operations. The firm is an active investor, embedding ESG criteria into its due diligence and portfolio governance as a signatory to PRI and a certified B Corp since December 2022 . Its portfolio includes leading names such as WeTransfer, PPRO, Tiqets, Uberall, and EGYM—companies recognized for technology-driven innovation across digital platforms HPE Growth’s strategic edge lies in its dual role as both capital provider and operational partner: it brings sector-specific expertise, international networks, and impact-first orientation to support companies in scaling responsibly and achieving market leadership. This combination of financial commitment and active stewardship has positioned HPE Growth as a trusted partner in Europe’s growth-tech ecosystem.