1st Kind
Overview
1st Kind is a European venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies, focusing on deep-tech innovation, industrial applications, and climate solutions. The firm provides initial investments up to €2 million, with the capacity to follow on in future funding rounds. Their investment tickets start from €200,000, catering to startups from pre-seed to Series A stages. Established by the Peugeot family, 1st Kind leverages over two centuries of industrial and entrepreneurial experience to support visionary founders. The firm is committed to European dynamism, backing ingenious founders who are solving complex problems with technology. They serve as a gateway to European industry networks, spanning both digital and physical sectors. 1st Kind's approach combines the agility and conviction of a business angel with the resources and sophistication of a traditional fund. They are patient capital, yet agile investors, fueling daring technology that tackles critical issues, from scalable digital solutions to tangible assets. Their collaborative funding model actively supports syndication with top funds, aiming to build enduring companies for global scale.
Investment Focus
- Deep-tech innovation
- Industrial applications
- Climate solutions
- European market focus
- Early-stage technology companies
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does 1st Kind invest in?
1st Kind invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in France. 1st Kind is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does 1st Kind invest at?
1st Kind backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage and Series A, writing cheques of 200K - 2M.
Which regions does 1st Kind invest in?
1st Kind invests across United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Denmark and Switzerland.
Who are the partners at 1st Kind?
Team members listed for 1st Kind include Sophia Martin (Managing Partner - Venture) and Frédéric Villain (CEO).
What companies has 1st Kind invested in?
1st Kind's portfolio includes Flow Tool, Augmented Industries and Hiverge.
How do I contact 1st Kind?
1st Kind's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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