We’re usually the first institutional money in. We typically invest pre-product/market fit alongside business angels and other early-stage investors. Post-investment, we’re here to provide you with guidance on key strategic topics, best practices from our portfolio as well as advise you in understanding what is required to achieve an exit. We invest in companies that meet the following criteria: 1. You’re Capital Efficient 2. Your focus is on the Business rather than your Product 3. You’re in the Market Now (or soon) 4. Your team has the Competencies needed to execute your Business 5. You understand the Customer Problem 6. An early-stage Exit is a feasible possibility 7. The valuation of your company is in line with your progress 8. Controlled by those who execute daily 9. You are based in Finland, Estonia, Denmark or Sweden
Is Gorilla Capital the right VC 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 Gorilla Capital, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
When approaching Gorilla Capital, founders should highlight evidence of capital efficiency and a clear, customer-driven growth trajectory. Demonstrate how your startup prioritizes sustainable business fundamentals and resilience, with a focus on solving tangible problems for real customers. Articulate your path to profitability and show how your team adapts to challenges, as Gorilla Capital values pragmatic execution and disciplined scaling over hype or rapid burn.
Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
First ticket size
€50,000 - €200,000
Allocation with follow-ons
€1,500,000
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