Vaekstfonden Overview
Vækstfonden, established in 1992, is Denmark's state-owned investment fund dedicated to enhancing access to risk capital for Danish businesses. It provides financial support through direct investments and fund-of-funds strategies, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises across various sectors, particularly life sciences and technology. The fund operates through five investment groups: Life Science Ventures, Growth Capital, Fund of Funds, Technology Ventures, and Need-Driven Ventures. Vækstfonden typically invests between DKK 5 million and DKK 25 million, acquiring up to a 25% equity stake in portfolio companies. Collaborating with banks, private investors, and financial institutions, it offers loans, guarantees, and co-investment opportunities, supporting companies from early stages to international expansion and potential public offerings.
Is Vaekstfonden 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 Vaekstfonden, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Vaekstfonden
Investment focus
Invest in
- Nordics 1 / 9
Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Seed, Series A
First ticket size
DKK 5,000,000 - DKK 25,000,000
How to approach funds like Vaekstfonden
When engaging with Vækstfonden, founders should highlight how their business addresses significant market needs and demonstrates scalable impact, as the fund values clear growth potential and societal contribution. Emphasize robust traction, a credible path to internationalization, and readiness for partnership with both public and private stakeholders. Articulate how your company fits into Denmark’s innovation ecosystem and can leverage Vækstfonden’s collaborative approach to unlock further capital and strategic resources.
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