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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Catella Catella
Catella is a leading specialist in property investments and fund management, with operations in 12 countries. Our vision is to be the leading European partner for investors in property and finance. The operations are divided into three business areas that cooperate closely throughout Europe, as well as locally in each market, to develop customized solutions for our customers. Catella is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm in the Mid Cap segment.
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Cathay Capital Private Equity Cathay Capital Private Equity
Cathay Capital Private Equity is the first French-Chinese private equity firm focused on France-China growth capital approved by the AMF, the French Securities Association. Cathay Capital PE aims to support international growth, and be a long term partner for mid-size French companies faced with a booming Asian economy; as well as a partner for an increasing number of Chinese companies seeking a European foothold.
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Cathay Innovation Cathay Innovation
Cathay Innovation is a multistage venture capital firm, affiliated to Cathay Capital, investing in founders building transformative businesses across Europe, North America, Asia, Latin America and Africa. Its platform connects founders with investors and its ecosystem of leading Fortune500 corporations to help startups scale and transform industries with consumer to enterprise and AI solutions in commerce, fintech, digital health and mobility / energy. Founded in Paris in 2015, Cathay Innovation now manages over €2.5B AUM with additional offices in San Francisco, Berlin, Madrid, Shanghai and Singapore and has invested in over 120 startups including Chime, Pinduoduo, Glovo, Wallbox, Owkin, Getaround, Ledger, ZenBusiness, Alma, Descartes Underwriting and more.
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Cathay Investments Ltd. Cathay Investments Ltd.
Cathay Investments Ltd. is a UK-based investment firm founded in 2003, focusing on mid-cap companies. The firm was established by an entrepreneur with a background in dentistry, who successfully grew and sold a dental corporate to a private equity buyer. Cathay Investments has a diverse team working across various sectors, with a strong emphasis on chemicals and logistics. The firm is known for its extensive network of international contacts and its ability to leverage internal resources from subsidiaries across the UK and Europe. Cathay Investments primarily invests in sectors such as chemicals, logistics, toys, and healthcare. The firm has significantly expanded its investments in chemicals and logistics, with recent acquisitions enhancing its third-party logistics and transport businesses. Cathay Investments operates predominantly within the UK and Europe, continually seeking new opportunities both domestically and internationally. The firm does not publicly disclose its total assets under management or specific fund details. Notable companies within Cathay Investments' portfolio include Mercian Logistics, which provides distribution and fulfilment services; The Original Poster Company, a distributor of greeting cards; and Perkins Group Services, a distributor of toys and stationery. Other key investments include Sussex Vision International, a supplier of optical equipment, and Amethyst Global Freight, which offers specialist freight forwarding solutions.
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Cathay Venture Cathay Venture
Founded in April 2003, Cathay Venture Inc. (“Cathay Venture”) is a subsidiary of Cathay Financial Holding Co., Ltd. (“Cathay FHC”). We are a venture capital that focuses on investing in companies with growth potential and we are committed to work with our portfolio companies to help them realize their highest potential. Cathay FHC (TSE:2882) is the holding company of the largest financial services group in Taiwan (“Cathay Group”). It is also a full-service financial institution with businesses in insurance, securities and banking. Through a comprehensive sales network comprising over 700 branches and 20,000 sales representatives combined with a robust cross-selling strategy, Cathay FHC has built a financial services network that provides more than 10 million customers with a one-stop shop for all of their financial service needs. Cathay Venture is an Evergreen Fund with a flexible investment mandate that allows us to invest in seed, growth and/or late stage companies. Cathay Venture has invested in about 300 companies to date. With extensive experiences in investing and working with private companies, Cathay Venture seeks to add value to its portfolio firms through a collaborative approach, provides assistance in the management and operations of the portfolio companies and, where appropriate, connects the portfolio companies to the wider resources and network of the Cathay Group. Cathay is able to offer rich marketing resources, distribution channels, customers and data that could assist in refining/improving the features of the offerings of our investment partners.
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CATS.VC CATS.VC
Y generation investment professionals sourcing and closing deals for top tier angels from Europe
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Caucasus Ventures Caucasus Ventures
Caucasus Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies in the Caucasus and Central Asia region. The firm seeks to partner with companies that have strong teams and the potential to achieve significant growth.
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Causeway Media Partners Causeway Media Partners
Causeway Media Partners is a venture capital firm that invests in sports, fitness, and related industries From running highly profitable investment funds with nearly $5 billion in assets, to owning and operating successful franchises in the NBA and NFL, the Causeway team provides insight and relationships no other investors can bring to young companies connected to the global sports, fitness and entertainment markets. We are passionate about building lasting relationships with the entrepreneurs we work with, which is why they are our best reference. Causeway was founded in 2013 by Wyc Grousbeck, Bob Higgins, and Mark Wan, each of whom has over 25 years of experience and is based in Cambridge, MA.
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Cava Capital Cava Capital
Cava/Capital is a development and early-stage investor, actively supporting entrepreneurs as they build companies through multiple stages of growth. Cava Capital has invested in many companies over the last 15 years, supporting talented entrepreneurs and creating successful returns for our investors. Our years of building companies has taught us that early-stage investing is about more than just capital – it’s about what else your capital provider can bring to the equation and how we can help de-risk and accelerate the business. Starting and running successful companies ourselves gives us the wisdom and humility to be your partner in this journey. Cava Studio is our portfolio company development strategy. The fund invests and directly partners with entrepreneurs. We play a role as a founder and owner/operator rather than passively investing through the traditional venture process. We’ve successfully used this strategy for more than a decade. The principals and team have started or Co-Founded more than a dozen companies, many that have had very successful exits and others that are still operating profitably.
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Cavalry Ventures Cavalry Ventures
We created the early-stage venture fund we wish had existed when we started our first companies. What we bring to the table: Considerable company building experience (zero to IPO, plenty of failures) A massive network of engaged supporters (Cavalry is backed by 150+ well-connected individuals) A very strong track record with an 80%+ Series A follow-on quota by the world’s top funds We keep things simple. We are upfront and no bullshit. We won't ruin your life with months of unnecessary due diligence. We won't renegotiate and grind you on terms. We are long-term. What we are particularly looking for Outstanding founding team with founder/market fit Big vision to build a substantial company in a large market Ability to build an amazing product Our investment focus We invest in software businesses across Europe We like to lead financing rounds and leave room open to complement the rounds with great angels Initial investment between 500k and 2m EUR with some flexibility We do priced rounds and convertibles We are interested in consumer as well as enterprise
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