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EQT Ventures: Venture capital firm investing in European tech founders across diverse sectors, providing hands-on support and AI-driven insights.
EQT Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Stockholm, with additional offices in London and Amsterdam, that invests in early-stage and growth-stage technology startups across Europe. The firm operates as the dedicated venture capital arm of the broader EQT Group, which manages €266 billion in total assets under management as of 2025. EQT Ventures deploys capital through equity investments ranging from €1 million to €75 million per company, utilizing an internal artificial intelligence platform called Motherbrain to source and evaluate prospective deals. The firm has raised multiple investment vehicles, including a €566 million inaugural fund and a €660 million second fund, leveraging the operational experience of partners previously associated with recognizable technology companies like Booking.com, Wrapp, and King. EQT Ventures was founded in 2016 by Kees Koolen, Hjalmar Winbladh, and Lars Jörnow.
Key people at EQT Ventures.
Key people at EQT Ventures.
EQT Ventures is a leading European venture capital firm that invests in bold, ambitious founders across early to growth stages, providing both capital and hands-on operational support to help startups scale globally. Its mission is to back "Generation-Defining Companies" with the potential to shape the next decade by combining flexible minority equity investments (€2M to €50M) with deep operational expertise from a team of former founders, engineers, designers, and data scientists. Key sectors include fintech, health tech, AI, sustainability, and other high-growth technology areas. EQT Ventures significantly impacts the startup ecosystem by leveraging its global network and proprietary AI tools to accelerate portfolio companies’ growth and international expansion[1][3][6].
Founded in 2016 as the venture capital arm of Swedish investment manager EQT AB, EQT Ventures launched its first €566 million fund to invest in European and US tech startups. The firm has since expanded its funds to over €1.1 billion under management, with offices in Stockholm, London, Berlin, Paris, New York, and Amsterdam. Key partners include experienced investors and former operators from successful tech companies such as Booking.com, King, and Spotify. EQT Ventures evolved from a traditional VC to a hybrid model combining capital with operational support, reflecting its belief that scaling startups requires more than just funding[1][2][4][6].
EQT Ventures rides the wave of digital transformation and innovation in sectors like fintech, AI, and sustainability, where rapid technological advances and regulatory changes create fertile ground for disruptive startups. The timing is favorable due to increased global demand for scalable tech solutions and the growing importance of data-driven investment strategies. By combining capital with operational support and AI tools, EQT Ventures influences the broader ecosystem by setting a new standard for venture capital that emphasizes founder support and global scaling, thereby accelerating innovation and competitiveness in European and US tech markets[1][6].
Looking ahead, EQT Ventures is poised to deepen its impact by continuing to invest in transformative technologies and expanding its operational support capabilities. Trends such as AI integration, sustainability-focused innovation, and cross-border tech collaboration will shape its journey. The firm’s influence is likely to grow as it leverages its hybrid model and global platform to back more ambitious founders aiming to build resilient, generation-defining companies. EQT Ventures’ approach exemplifies the evolving role of venture capital as a strategic partner beyond just funding, helping startups navigate complex global markets and scale sustainably[1][6].