Innogest SGR S.p.A.

What is Innogest SGR S.p.A.?

Innogest SGR S.p.A. is a venture capital firm based in Italy that specializes in equity investments. With assets under management amounting to 200 million euros, they focus on sourcing, evaluating, and nurturing high-potential companies across a diverse range of industries.

These industries include Software (encompassing Web Marketplace and SaaS), IT and TMT, Media, Biotech, FinTech and Financials services, Hardware and Manufacturing, Energy, Internet of Things (IoT) and Wearables, CleanTech, HealthTech and Fitness, Web Security and Privacy, Material Science, and Medical Devices and Hospital Services.

Innogest's investment approach is characterized by their expertise in seed, startup, early stage, and expansion phases, with a commitment to add value beyond capital. Their minimum investment threshold is 200,000 euros, while they can invest up to 2 million euros in a single venture, demonstrating considerable flexibility in their deal-size spectrum. Their investment thesis revolves around partnering with hard-working entrepreneurial visionaries and being investors in companies that make a difference, particularly in the technology and healthcare sectors.

Their support for portfolio companies includes leveraging their industry knowledge, networks, and experience to scale and achieve market leadership. The firm actively contributes to shaping the growth trajectories of their investments through active governance and operational support, fostering innovation and ensuring that these enterprises contribute positively to society.

The firm also emphasizes its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles across its investment process, looking for sustainable growth as part of their value-creation strategy.