Nordic Ninja

What is Nordic Ninja?

Nordic Ninja is a venture capital fund based in Finland, specializing in Seed investments with a focus on supporting the scale-up of ambitious companies from Northern Europe, particularly in the Series A-B stages. With an investment size ranging from 2 to 8 million euros, they aim to be the partner of choice for founders dedicated to addressing pressing global issues through innovation in sustainability, digital society, and deep technology.

Their team comprises interdisciplinary members including former founders and operators, determined to help portfolio companies achieve global reach. Nordic Ninja takes pride in backing what they believe to be '#1 Teams' - those with a mission to contribute to a future worth living in and the capability to scale their solutions globally.

Their portfolio reflects this commitment with investments in startups that align with their vision of reducing carbon footprints and enhancing digital infrastructure, thereby fostering sustainability across various sectors. The fund has been active since its founding in 2019 and has made over 20 investments, including significant contributions to companies like SEEQC, tozero, and Corpower. These companies have made strides in quantum computing, recycling of lithium-ion battery materials, and wave energy, respectively.

Nordic Ninja is proactive in sharing insights and news about their startup ecosystem, and they encourage engagement through their newsletter highlighting startup-inspired content from the Nordics, Baltics, and Japan. They have a diverse geographical reach, with connections extending to London, Stockholm, Helsinki, and Tokyo.