PE/VC investors

Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) investors are the catalysts of innovation and growth in the business world. PE firms primarily target established companies, seeking to optimize operations and unlock value through strategic investments and management expertise. They focus on long-term growth and profitability, often preparing businesses for a future sale or IPO. VC investors, by contrast, are the adventurers of finance, injecting capital into high-potential startups and early-stage companies. They embrace risk for the possibility of outsized returns, often becoming invaluable advisors. Both investor types not only bring capital but also strategic guidance, industry connections, and market insights, propelling their portfolio companies towards success.

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Brandenburg Kapital GmbH Brandenburg Kapital GmbH
About us We are Brandenburg Kapital, the region's leading venture capital investor. As an active investor, we have put more than 160 companies on the road to success with venture capital and entrepreneurial know-how. We would be delighted to help you, too, get off to a flying start. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of Brandenburg's Förderbank ILB. As a public venture capital company with a stable corporate environment, we ensure a strong equity base for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises in Brandenburg so that they can grow safely and sustainably. The Seed and Growth Fund, currently worth around 100 million euros, is available for this purpose. The Seed and Growth Fund, which has been set up on behalf of the Brandenburg State Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, is currently financed with capital from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and ILB's own funds. Together with our co-investors, we have invested about 750 million euros in Brandenburg's dynamic companies since 1993. We see ourselves not only as an investor, but also as a strategic sparring partner. We actively support our portfolio companies on their way from startups to international players. Give your company a boost with our support! No matter how you want to (further) develop your business – you have a dedicated crew and the perfect equipment for your mission on board with our startup or growth financing, strong partner network and pragmatic support. Investor with venture capital Whether seed financing, growth financing or company succession – we provide venture capital to help startups and established companies to take off. Based on partnership, experience and entrepreneurial expertise. Our portfolio We invest venture capital in dynamic companies in the State of Brandenburg and accompany them as committed co-pilots on their financing rounds – from the founding to the exit. Investments in three high-growth sectors Our portfolio includes innovative startups in the seed phase and expanding companies in the growth phase. Our team is there for you Our industry specialists will actively help you to propel your company to the next stage. Let’s take off together!
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BrandProject BrandProject
BrandProject is a team of experienced investors and operators who partner with founders to accelerate, incubate, and scale brands. We are an early stage venture capital fund that invests in consumer product, service, and technology companies. Based in Toronto and New York City, we are typically the first venture money and are often the sole investor in a round. BrandProject has invested in and helped build innovative new brands including Daily Harvest, Freshly, Chefs Plate, PORTA, Peachy, Our Place, Gainful, Acid League, Iris&Romeo, Ritual, Coveteur, CLUTCH, Awake Chocolate, HELLO toothpaste, and Persona Nutrition. Find out more at www.brandproject.comBrandProject rapidly scales early-stage consumer businesses with Founders. BrandProject is actively looking to back passionate Founders who are creating differentiated products for large markets. Entrepreneurs can get in touch at ideas@brandproject.com. Interested in investing in BrandProject or one of our portfolio companies? Get in touch at info@brandproject.com.
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Branford Castle Branford Castle
Headquartered in New York City, Branford is a pre-eminent private market investor. We are focused on working with already strong companies that typically have under $200MM in sales. Since Branford’s founding in 1986, our mission has been to work with these companies to maximize their potential, both in terms of strengthening operations and facilitating growth.
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Bratte Bratte
Bratte is a Startup Studio. We are passionate about building consumer-oriented products with positive social impact. Our mission is to make the world smart, kind and fun by using using cutting-edge technologies.
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Brava Investments Brava Investments
We find companies that show potential to achieve scale with strong fundamentals, and that are uniquely-positioned to outpace their peers and achieve above-market returns. We focus on industries where we can add value, that are exploding with growth (beta) and target companies that are developing cutting edge technology, research & development, and other innovations (including social innovation) to disrupt industries. Companies that are impacting the lives of women as key stakeholders in their business, and where a positive impact on women is a core bi-product of the business model and/or product(s).
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Braveheart Investment Group Braveheart Investment Group
Truetide plc, formerly known as Braveheart Investment Group, is a UK-based investment company founded in 1997. Headquartered in Barnsley, United Kingdom, the firm focuses on investments in both unlisted and listed companies, primarily within the technology sector. The team consists of five professionals, including partners, who bring a wealth of experience in venture capital and growth investments. Truetide distinguishes itself by targeting high-growth potential sectors and maintaining a strategic presence in the European market. Truetide invests across a range of sectors including technology, mobile, manufacturing, retail, financial services, and industrial sectors. The firm typically engages in venture capital, growth, and mezzanine investments, focusing on companies in the European region. Truetide has a diverse portfolio with 87 investments and 38 exits, and it actively seeks new investment opportunities. The firm does not disclose specific fund sizes or limited partners but is known for its strategic co-investments with partners like Scottish Enterprise. Notable investments by Truetide include Imaging Biometrics - a company in diagnostic equipment, Gyrometric Systems - specializing in electronic equipment, and Phasefocus - known for its work in other devices and supplies. The firm has also invested in Kirkstall, a biotechnology company, and Sentinel Medical Technologies, which focuses on diagnostic equipment. These investments highlight Truetide's commitment to fostering innovation and growth in high-tech and life sciences sectors.
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Bravia Capital Bravia Capital
Bravia Capital has its roots in the commercial aircraft financing business in which most of its key senior management have spent several decades. From this pool of knowledge, we have evolved into an investor in transportation assets and related logistics businesses connecting the global supply chain from origin to destination. <br /> <br /> Our investments are relatively short term (3-5 years) in nature wherein, at inception, we identify a clearly articulated exit strategy and derive the maximum value for the investment by taking the business from it’s current stage to the next significant stage in its development. We pay a great deal of attention to both macro-industry cycles as well as the technical aspects of the microeconomics of that particular industry.
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Brayne Brayne
Brayne was founded in 2017 with the aim of investing and executing complex transactions for the benefit of shareholders and business partners. Brayne invests in promising Russian and international companies, providing management and financial support to increase their value. We help companies move from the medium-rare stage to new stages of development, jointly formulating a growth strategy and solving emerging problems. We support strong management teams in the process of building sustainable businesses with transparent corporate governance structures and accountability. We are focused on long-term relationships, we deeply understand the needs of partners and are ready for prompt decision-making.
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BRC Innovation BRC Innovation
We invest in companies backed by hard technologies, the kind that has strong market potential. We support "hard" entrepreneurs, building businesses from zero to one and grow them aggressively with global reach. We’ve helped our portfolio companies source low cost and quality vendors, find trustable channel partners and creating deeper relationships through joint ventures. Our investments create ties with our portfolio companies as well as aligned interests so we are their best and most trustable partners in growing their businesses on their global journeys.
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Bread and Butter Bread and Butter
We serve up a sumptuous spread of stills and sparkling moving image to restaurants, brands and organisations. Chef films, how-tos and branded content.
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