VEF Overview
VEF is a Swedish-listed investment company dedicated to investing in growth-stage private fintech companies across emerging markets, including Brazil, Mexico, India, and Pakistan. The firm takes minority stakes and actively supports its portfolio companies, often holding board positions. VEF's mission is to create long-term sustainable value for shareholders by investing in the future of finance in these regions.
Is VEF 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 VEF, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
VEF
Investment focus
Invest in
- North America 1 / 5
- South Asia 1 / 8
- South America 1 / 17
Product type
- Software
Industries / verticals
- FinTech
Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Series A, Series B or later
First ticket size
SEK 3,000,000 - SEK 10,000,000
Contact information
SVP & Managing Partner, Comcast Ventures and Startup Engagement
Allison Goldberg
Principal
Evin Kay
Principal
Shashi Mahajan
Investment Analyst
Fernanda Mora
Managing Partner
Dave Nangle
How to approach funds like VEF
When engaging with VEF, founders should highlight strong traction in large, underserved markets and demonstrate a clear path to scalable, sustainable growth. Emphasize how your fintech solution addresses unique local challenges and regulatory environments, and be prepared to discuss how you can leverage VEF’s active involvement and board expertise to accelerate expansion. Articulate your vision for long-term impact and how your team is positioned to execute in complex, high-growth geographies.
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