IRD Invest Overview

IRD Invest, part of the IRD Group within the Entreprises & Cités entrepreneurial network, has been supporting entrepreneurs for over 30 years. They invest in start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and intermediate-sized enterprises (ETIs), providing financial investment, operational support, and strategic guidance. Their ambition is to create sustainable value for companies, shareholders, employees, and the territory.

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

IRD Invest

VC Fund

Investment focus

Invest in

  • Western Europe 1 / 14

Product type

  • Hardware
  • Consumer goods
  • Services
  • Materials

Stages

Seed, Series A

First ticket size

€1,000,000 - €3,000,000

How to approach funds like IRD Invest

When approaching IRD Invest, founders should highlight their commitment to long-term value creation and regional impact, as the firm values sustainable growth and strong local roots. Emphasize how your business model supports not just financial returns but also broader stakeholder benefits, including employees and the local ecosystem. Demonstrating a clear path to operational excellence and a collaborative mindset will resonate, as IRD Invest is known for hands-on support and partnership throughout the growth journey.

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