Aston Ventures is a London-based early-stage venture fund that supports visionary digital entrepreneurs in building leading companies. The firm also leads funding and acquisitions, taking over from founders in larger technology companies with global scaling potential. Founded in 1998 by Doug Barrowman, Aston Ventures has a long track record of investing and working with management teams to maximize returns, building fruitful international corporate companies and ventures. The firm is part of a group of businesses with over £1.5 billion of assets under management and administration.
Is Aston Ventures the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Aston Ventures, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Stages
Seed, Series A
First ticket size
£1,000,000 - £100,000,000
When approaching Aston Ventures, founders should highlight their ability to execute on ambitious digital visions and demonstrate clear pathways to scale, especially if considering eventual leadership transition or acquisition. Emphasize your management team's operational strength and readiness for international expansion, as Aston values hands-on collaboration and proven leadership. Show how your business can benefit from a strategic partner with deep experience in both investment and operational transformation.
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