Bethnal Green Ventures
VC
2010
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London, England, United Kingdom
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Profile
Bethnal Green Ventures is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2012. The firm is known for its commitment to 'tech for good', investing in startups that aim to address significant social and environmental challenges. As the first UK VC to certify as a B Corp, they emphasize transparency and ethical practices. The team consists of 17 professionals, including partners like Paul Miller and Melanie Hayes, who bring diverse expertise to support founders.
Bethnal Green Ventures focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, information technology, and artificial intelligence. They typically invest in pre-seed to Series A rounds, with check sizes ranging from $42k to $140k. The firm has a strong presence in the UK market, with a portfolio of over 274 investments. Notable funds include their accelerator program, which supports startups from inception through growth stages.
Some of their notable investments include LettUs Grow - a company revolutionizing sustainable agriculture with aeroponics, Fairphone - known for ethical smartphones, and Skin Analytics - a healthtech company specializing in skin cancer detection. These investments reflect their focus on impactful technology solutions that aim to improve lives globally.
