Granatus Ventures

What is Granatus Ventures?

Granatus Ventures is Armenia's first venture capital firm established with the goal of backing startups worldwide that harness the potential of Armenia as an emerging technology hub. They aim to create deep understanding, deep relationships, and deep impact within the entrepreneurial community. Granatus Ventures invests in promising sectors including BioTech, Hardware & Manufacturing, Energy, CleanTech, A.I. & Big Data, Material Science, Robotics, Aerospace & Defense, and DeepTech.

Their investment strategy is focused on problem sets within the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) framework and fostering solutions that address fundamental human challenges.

They prioritize businesses that have the potential to impact humanity positively, especially through the use of advanced technologies like AI, advanced computing, data sciences, biotechnology, and robotics.

Granatus Ventures supports startups not only financially but also helps establish connections with Armenia's growing pool of engineering talent, encouraging the creation of value-add activities within the country. They offer a range of funding stages, including Seed, Series A, Series B, and Pre-seed rounds, with an investment range of $100,000 to $500,000, with a sweet spot of around $300,000. Their portfolio is indicative of this mission, with over 1,200 engineers powering change—70% of whom are based in Armenia—and the creation of over $1 billion in value.

Granatus Ventures has offices strategically located in Yerevan, London, Berlin, and Singapore, reflecting their global investment outlook and dedication to making cross-border technological advancements. Their recognition as the Best VC Firm in the Euro-Asian region stands testament to their influential role within the startup ecosystem.