Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | Businesses Solutions • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Robotics • DeepTech |
Stages | Seed, Series A |
Investing | Austria |
Investment Range | $500,000 - $5,000,000 |
Investment Sweet Spot | $1,500,000 |
CNB Capital is an investment fund that focuses on the power of technology-driven entrepreneurship, particularly in transforming B2B markets with a base in Europe. They take pride in supporting founders and companies that are at the forefront of innovation, developing tech-driven product offerings that create a moat and defendable market positions. With a minimum investment of $500,000 and a maximum of $5,000,000, CNB Capital typically aims for a 'sweet spot' investment of around $1,500,000, focusing on Seed and Series A funding rounds. Their portfolio showcases a diverse range of companies, such as Bitmovin, which improves video quality through fast cloud encoding and streaming performance; BISTROBOX, which innovates in the vending machine and franchising model; and SILOPTICA, offering optical solutions for digital privacy. They are also invested in Swissto12, a pioneer in Radio Frequency technologies for satellites, and FDX, which saves water and energy through dynamic effects without moving parts. The fund is known for its evergreen approach to investments, highlighting its long-term commitment to and partnership with portfolio companies, without imposing the usual exit pressures faced by startups. CNB Capital is particularly interested in companies with a 'home base in Europe', and they offer an 'outstanding passionate team raising seed capital'. The fund is keen on creating enduring partnerships and stresses that the 'hero' in their endeavor is the founder.