CapF9

About The Fund

CapF9 is an investment fund that specializes in empowering startups and investors, particularly in the realms of software, including web marketplaces, SaaS, PropTech, AgroTech, FinTech, financial services, real estate, and construction. They have a keen focus on innovation and the deployment of technology in startups and innovative enterprises. Their investment range lies between a minimum of $100,000 and a maximum of $5,000,000, with a sweet spot of $1,500,000 for seed and Series A funding rounds. CapF9 provides comprehensive support encompassing fundraising, investor readiness, scaling up businesses, crafting business plans, and strategic and project management. They have an extensive history of collaborations with a diverse spectrum of companies, from traditional firms to those mandated to innovate, such as family offices, investment syndicates, and technology-driven startups. Beyond funding, CapF9 is engaged as an advisor, mentor, and investor panelist, adding value to the startup ecosystem through their roles on advisory teams, board observer positions, and business mentorships through organizations like Enterprise Ireland. Their technical expertise is underscored by their involvement as an expert evaluator for the European Commission's EIC Accelerator Funding Program and advocacy for the Irish startup ecosystem. They invest in technology-driven companies primarily in Ireland and the UK and are an Accredited European Angel Fund Investor. The CapF9 team is led by individuals with notable international experience in law, corporate finance, venture investment, and investment management. These leaders include Barry Brennan, an experienced advisor with legal and corporate finance expertise, and Donal Carville, a technical advisor known for his work with data streaming technologies and AI approaches.