Old College Capital

About The Fund

Old College Capital (OCC) is the University of Edinburgh's venture investment arm, operating as a key player in the institution's commercialization service, known as Edinburgh Innovations. Founded in 2011 and situated in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, OCC specializes in providing growth equity and development finance. They cater primarily to early and mid-stage spin-out companies and startups that are linked to the University. OCC has a strong investment focus on disruptive, ambitious, and sustainable companies, with the aim to make a positive impact on society and the environment. They manage the early-stage investment activities and shareholdings of Edinburgh, propelling innovative ideas and technologies from the University's staff, students, and researchers into the marketplace. Within their investment range of a minimum of 1,400 GBP to a maximum of 3,200,000 GBP, OCC undertakes investments from pre-seed to Series A stages, accelerating the journey of startups and spinouts to deliver high-impact solutions. They offer a diverse portfolio of over 100 companies involved in developing cutting-edge technologies across sectors. Their commitment extends beyond financial investment, as they work in conjunction with founders, investor partners, and the University ecosystem. OCC also demonstrates responsibility and a long-term commitment to their investments, helping to build ecosystems that foster innovation. They take pride in teamwork, boasting an experienced team of deep-tech, early-stage investment specialists passionate about making a difference. As a signatory of the Investing in Women Code, OCC has pledged to improve access to finance and resources for female entrepreneurs. Their approach focuses on working collaboratively to ensure that the ideas nurtured at the university reach their full potential in the commercial world.