Brandenburg Kapital

Overview

Brandenburg Kapital is a venture capital firm based in Potsdam, Germany, dedicated to providing equity and quasi-equity investments to startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Brandenburg region. As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB), it has been actively supporting companies since 1993, aiming to strengthen their equity base and foster sustainable growth. The firm's equity fund, currently valued at around €100 million, is financed by the European Regional Development Fund and ILB's own resources, reflecting a stable and supportive investment environment. The firm focuses on various stages of company development, including seed, early stage, and growth phases. Its investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, such as technology, healthcare, life sciences, medtech, information and communication technologies (ICT), digital media, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, industrial applications, green technology (GreenTech), and property technology (PropTech). Brandenburg Kapital's approach is to act as an experienced lead investor and active partner, offering not only financial support but also entrepreneurial know-how to its portfolio companies. Over the years, Brandenburg Kapital has demonstrated a strong track record, having invested in approximately 300 companies in the Brandenburg region. This extensive experience underscores its commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of dynamic businesses. The firm's philosophy centers on building trusting and constructive collaborations with entrepreneurs, aiming to propel companies from startups to international players. By providing both capital and strategic guidance, Brandenburg Kapital plays a pivotal role in the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Brandenburg, contributing to the region's economic development and technological advancement.

Investment Focus

• Companies based in or with facilities in Brandenburg
• Fast-growing technology-oriented companies
• Sectors: ICT/Digital Economy, Life Science, MedTech, PropTech, Industrial Applications

Portfolio Companies