Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Venture Capital Fund |
Industries | Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • IT (& TMT) • Media • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Mobile • Consumer |
Stages | Seed, Startup, Early Stage, Expansion, Later Stage |
Investing | Germany • Europe |
Investment Range | €48,000 - €40,000,000 |
Assets Under Management | €1,050,000,000 |
HV Holtzbrinck Ventures Adviser GmbH, operating under the brand HV Capital, is a prominent venture capital firm with a focus on backing daring entrepreneurs and supporting them in building market-leading digital companies. Founded in 2000 with headquarters in Munich, Germany, HV Capital specializes in equity investments, targeting a diverse array of industries which include Software, IT & TMT, Media, Business Solutions, FinTech & Financial Services, Retail & E-Commerce, Mobile, and Consumer sectors. With an impressive track record of over 150 investments, HV Capital has contributed to the success of notable firms such as Zalando, Wooga, Lazada, Global Fashion Group, Groupon, Quandoo, FlixBus, HelloFresh, Westwing, Home24, and Delivery Hero. They provide financing across different stages, including Seed, Startup, Early Stage, Expansion, and Later Stage, with investment amounts ranging from approximately 48,000 to 40,000,000 euros. Managing assets totaling around 1.05 billion euros, HV Capital leverages two decades of experience to identify and nurture innovative startups from their earliest days through all phases of growth, helping to transform them into industry leaders. Their approach emphasizes a commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, ensuring that their influence fosters not merely financial success but also a positive impact on society and the environment. HV Capital is known for its ability to scout for high-potential ventures and provide not just the capital but also strategic support for the companies' growth trajectories. Their global perspective combined with localized expertise caters to the unique needs of founders in the digital landscape.