SFO Overview
SFO is a venture capital firm based in Weingarten, Germany, that invests in early-stage companies, particularly in the pre-seed, seed, or Series A financing rounds. The firm focuses on sectors such as cleantech, foodtech, mobility, digital transformation, and automation. SFO offers not only capital but also strategic guidance and access to a robust network of industry experts, investors, and partners. Their investment approach is characterized by long-term support without fixed investment timelines, emphasizing sustainable growth and entrepreneurial collaboration.
Is SFO 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 SFO, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
SFO
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
Customer types
- B2B
Industries / verticals
- AgriTech / FoodTech
- Energy
- Industrial Automation
- Mobility / Transportation
- Workflow & Task Management (WorkTech)
Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
First ticket size
€10,240,000 - €10,240,000
How to approach funds like SFO
When reaching out to SFO, founders should highlight how their solution addresses tangible market needs within cleantech, foodtech, or mobility, and demonstrate a clear path to scalable impact. SFO values teams with deep sector expertise and a collaborative mindset, so emphasize your ability to leverage partnerships and adapt to evolving industry landscapes. Articulate how SFO’s network and strategic input could accelerate your growth, and be prepared to discuss your vision for sustainable, long-term value creation.
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