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b2venture, formerly known as btov Partners, operates as a prominent European venture firm, primarily focusing on early-stage investments in innovative digital and industrial technology companies. The firm’s distinctive approach integrates institutional funds with the collective intelligence and capital of an extensive network of experienced angel investors. This model allows them to provide robust support and strategic guidance, extending beyond mere capital injection, for their portfolio companies.
The firm was founded in 2000 by Florian Schweitzer, Hermann Arnold, and Jan Becker. Initially conceived as "BrainsToVentures," an online platform designed to connect angel investors with promising startups, this foundational insight evolved into the sophisticated venture capital firm it is today. The founders recognized the immense potential in democratizing early-stage investment and fostering a collaborative ecosystem between seasoned investors and emerging entrepreneurs.
b2venture targets ambitious European entrepreneurs, offering support from seed-stage through significant growth milestones. The firm aims to be the initial backer for outstanding founders, assisting them in navigating the complex journey of building and scaling their companies. Their long-term vision centers on shaping the future by identifying and empowering unique, visionary founders and groundbreaking ideas across Europe’s vibrant startup landscape.
Key people at btov Partners.
btov Partners (now operating as b2venture) is a European venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in digital and industrial technology startups. Their mission is to back ambitious entrepreneurs with innovative, scalable technologies that have the potential to transform industries and economies. They invest primarily in sectors such as AI, fintech, biotech, deep tech, industrial AI, IoT, enterprise software, cybersecurity, medtech, and marketplaces. btov manages around EUR 450 million across institutional funds, partner funds, and direct investments, focusing on European startups but occasionally investing globally. Their investment tickets typically range from EUR 0.25 million to 3.5 million, with the ability to follow on up to EUR 10 million per company lifecycle. btov leverages a strong network of entrepreneurial private investors and angel communities to provide not only capital but also strategic support and mentorship, significantly impacting the European startup ecosystem by enabling early-stage companies to scale and innovate[1][2][4][6].
Founded in 2000 originally as “BrainsToVentures,” an online matching platform for angel investors, btov Partners evolved into one of Europe’s oldest and largest venture capital firms. The founding vision was to pioneer new venture capital investment solutions by combining institutional funds with private and corporate investors sharing risk through significant co-investment ("skin in the game"). Over time, the firm expanded its geographic footprint with teams in St. Gallen, Berlin, Munich, and Luxembourg, and broadened its focus to include both digital and industrial technologies. Key partners have steered the firm through this evolution, maintaining a strong emphasis on early-stage investments and building a community-driven approach to venture capital[1][2][6].
btov Partners rides the wave of digital transformation and industrial innovation, investing at a time when technologies like AI, IoT, and deep tech are reshaping traditional industries and creating new markets. Their timing is critical as Europe seeks to strengthen its tech ecosystem and reduce dependency on non-European tech giants. By focusing on early-stage companies with scalable, transformative technologies, btov helps accelerate innovation and industrial modernization. Their model of integrating angel investors into venture capital funding also fosters a virtuous cycle of mentorship and reinvestment, enhancing the overall health and dynamism of the European startup ecosystem[1][2][6].
Looking ahead, btov Partners (b2venture) is poised to deepen its influence by continuing to back frontier technologies and supporting startups through their entire growth journey. Trends such as AI, sustainability in industrial tech, and digital marketplaces will likely shape their investment focus. Their strong community-driven approach and multi-sector expertise position them well to capitalize on Europe's growing innovation economy. As they aim to become the leading venture capital service provider in Europe, their role as a catalyst for entrepreneurial success and technological advancement is expected to expand, reinforcing their foundational mission of empowering the next generation of European tech leaders[1][4][6].
Key people at btov Partners.
