Investor Type | Firm |
Stages | Early |
Investing | United Kingdom |
Founded in 2017, edvinca is an investment firm that specializes in the sector of Educational Technology (EdTech), offering a unique focus on this vertical as the first dedicated investment company of its kind. The fund emerged from a joint venture between Hambro Perks, a London-based growth investment firm, and DLF Venture, a family-owned holding company located in Luxemburg. edvinca's mission is to propel EdTech startups to make a significant impact on a global scale. They target early stage companies and provide them with guidance, follow-on funding, and the deployment of permanent capital to support a long-term vision. edvinca seizes the paradigm shift in the educational system that has been made evident by the advancements in technology and artificial intelligence. The traditional Factory Model of Education is becoming obsolete, and there’s a pertinent need for the educational ecosystem to reflect and cater to the dynamics of the modern world. edvinca leverages technology to enhance educational experiences and outcomes by empowering students with 21st-century skills, aiding institutions in adopting digital trends, supporting teachers with innovative digital tools, and enabling corporations to access well-prepared graduates who possess the required skills. The company has a strategic focus on several key areas including Digital Content Creation and Delivery, Extra-Curricular Distributed Learning, and Learning-to-Employment program adequacy. Their investment portfolio showcases their commitment to this sector, with companies such as Pi-Top, which provides project-based learning tools for Computer Science and STEM education, and Kortext, a digital textbook platform. edvinca maintains an active interest in expanding its portfolio and frequently seeks opportunities to create synergistic relationships between portfolio companies.