coparion GmbH & Co. KG

About The Fund

coparion GmbH & Co. KG is a venture capital fund based in Cologne, Germany, specializing in investments in young, innovative technology companies within the German market. With a keen eye for the essentials and a strong commitment to lasting partnerships, coparion supports startups that exhibit high growth potential and are in the early stages of their development, including seed, startup, early stage, and expansion phases. coparion's investment thesis revolves around sourcing startups with innovative products or services that demonstrate outstanding growth potential. The fund seeks founders and teams that are both creative and execution-strong, sharing a unified vision. Their geographic focus is on companies with operational headquarters in Germany, believing that proximity allows them to provide better support and add more value.The fund is industry-agnostic, investing across various sectors such as IT, TMT, Media, FinTech, Financial Services, Hardware, Manufacturing, HealthTech, Fitness, Logistics, Distribution, and Mobile, yet excluding industries defined as EIB excluded activities. They partner exclusively with private co-investors on pari passu terms, emphasizing common values and quality standards. coparion can invest up to €15 million per company over multiple financing rounds, with typical rounds ranging from €0.5 to €8 million.coparion manages an asset base of €225 million and is backed by shareholders including the ERP Special Fund, represented by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, KfW Capital, and the European Investment Bank (EIB). The team at coparion has over 30 years of combined experience and is driven by engagement, expertise, and professionalism.For startups, coparion is a steadfast partner, providing both capital and know-how. They facilitate networking opportunities, offer strategic and operational support, and help set up the right personnel structures. They prepare companies for exits and work with internationally based investors as well.For private co-investors, coparion is a consistent and reliable partner, focusing on the long-term value appreciation of their investments. They offer capital to significantly amplify upcoming financing rounds and maintain a long-term perspective without opportunistic interests.coparion takes pride in their independence, which enables them to be quick, flexible, pragmatic, and professional in their practices, always with the ultimate goal of value appreciation in mind.