Nextblue
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2020
AUM
$15 M
Location
Berlin, Germany
Investor profile last updated: 07 September, 2025
Profile
Asia's first VC fund dedicated exclusively to empowering female founders in the vital realm of women’s wellbeing. Launched with the vision to revolutionize the underserved domain of women's health and wellness, NEXTBLUE proudly announces the first close of our anticipated $US 40M second fund. Under the experienced leadership of Kanako Inoue, one of Japan's distinguished female General Partners, our team is dedicated to nurturing the growth of female-led startups from seed to pre-Series A stages.
Industry
Nextblue Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Nextblue Fund I
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Aerospace
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
Healthcare Services
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Pre-seed
Seed
|
Europe
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$5-10 m
|
$13 M
|
March 2021
|
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FAQs about Nextblue
Is Nextblue a venture capital or private equity firm?
Nextblue is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed, writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Where is Nextblue located?
Nextblue is located in Berlin, Germany.
When was Nextblue founded?
Nextblue was founded in 2020.
What sectors and industries does Nextblue invest in?
Nextblue invests in companies and startups in Fashion/Beauty, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Healthcare Services, Music, Aerospace.
What is Nextblue geographical focus of investments?
Nextblue invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.
At what stages of companies and startups does Nextblue typically invest in?
Nextblue invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.
What is the usual amount of Nextblue investment?
Nextblue usually invests $10-50 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Nextblue?
Nextblue has around $15m assets under management.
When was Nextblue last fund created?
Nextblue last fund was created/launched in 2021-03-10
What are the contacts of Nextblue?
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