Avala Capital

About The Fund

Avala Capital is a venture capital firm headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with additional operations in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2012, Avala Capital is known as Berlin's number one Super-Angel VC and prides itself on lifecycle investing in global, category-leading internet technology companies. They focus on the IT and TMT sectors, specifically targeting internet business models, such as cloud, mobile, and online marketplaces, as well as businesses benefiting from offline to online conversion. Their investment approach is characterized by a passion for supporting the best teams that bring compelling ideas to life, seeing them grow into industry leaders or transformative enterprises. Avala Capital aids founders from the seed stage to IPO, providing support in vital areas such as fundraising, strategy, and serving as committed board members. Over a decade of experience in the Berlin startup scene has allowed them to manage over €150 million in assets, and the combined total market value of their portfolio companies exceeds €30 billion. They have a diverse portfolio of investments, divided into segments such as Food Tech, Fintech, and various other 'Funky Tech' startups. Avala Capital's investment size generally ranges from €250k to €1.5 million, with selective larger investments up to €25 million in AAA assets. They have completed over 125 transactions, and their current holdings have approximately a 43% XIRR with an impairment ratio of about 3%. The team members of Avala Capital invest their own capital and aim to offer access to privileged investment opportunities to both individual investors and family offices. Their portfolio of 40 companies includes 4 unicorns and they have successfully exited 10 investments. The firm actively invests in high-growth companies with ambitious goals, partnering with entrepreneurs who have the capacity to disrupt markets and stimulate sustainable growth. They have a robust network of trusted co-investors and advisors, including P+P Pöllath + Partners, Taylor Wessing, GSK Stockmann, and KPMG. Avala Capital's team brings over 50 years of combined entrepreneurial-, investment-, and advisory experience.