Invest Northern Ireland Overview

Invest Northern Ireland (Invest NI) is the regional economic development agency for Northern Ireland. It provides support to businesses across various sectors to help them start, grow, and compete in global markets. Invest NI offers a range of services, including financial assistance, expert advice, and support for innovation, research and development, and exporting. The agency works with businesses of all sizes, from local entrepreneurs to multinational corporations, to drive economic growth and create employment opportunities in Northern Ireland.

Is Invest Northern Ireland 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 Invest Northern Ireland, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.

Invest Northern Ireland

VC Fund

Investment focus

Invest in

  • Western Europe 1 / 14

Industries / verticals

  • AgriTech / FoodTech
  • AI Infrastructure & AI Model Development
  • BioTech & Life Sciences
  • Cybersecurity / Identity
  • Defence Tech
  • Developer Tools & Platforms
  • Energy
  • Engineering / Manufacturing
  • FinTech
  • IT Infrastructure & Cloud
  • MedTech & Devices

Stages

Pre-seed, Seed, Series A

First ticket size

£25,000 - £5,000,000

How to approach funds like Invest Northern Ireland

When engaging Invest NI, founders should clearly articulate how their business will contribute to regional economic growth and job creation in Northern Ireland. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the local ecosystem and highlight any plans for innovation, export potential, or collaboration with local partners. Emphasize the scalability of your business and its alignment with strategic priorities for the region, such as fostering innovation or expanding into international markets.

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