KaPa Ventures

Venture Capital Vienna, Austria ·Founded 2009

Overview

KaPa Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in early-stage investments across multiple industries. The firm offers both consultancy and investment services, focusing on efficient process design and the development of lean, successful structures. Their mission is to transform innovators into successful entrepreneurs, emphasizing long-term success over short-term profits. The firm collaborates closely with portfolio companies to identify growth potential at an early stage, ensuring they are on the right path. With extensive experience in setting up and managing successful IT businesses, KaPa Ventures operates on an entrepreneur-to-entrepreneur basis, understanding the highs and lows that entrepreneurs experience in their day-to-day work. Founded by partners Frank Kappe and Gerhard Pail, KaPa Ventures has invested over 100 million euros in more than 15 companies, achieving an average return on investment of over 20% per year. Their active investments span across Austria, Germany, Singapore, the United States, France, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Canada, reflecting their broad geographical focus and commitment to fostering innovation across various sectors.

Investment Focus

  • Innovative business models
  • Scalable growth potential
  • Strong management teams
  • Clear market differentiation
  • Sustainable competitive advantage

Portfolio Companies

ARCHyperwave AGKnow-Center GmbHJoanneum ResearchGraz University of Technology

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Frequently asked questions about KaPa Ventures

What sectors does KaPa Ventures invest in?

KaPa Ventures invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Vienna, Austria. KaPa Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does KaPa Ventures invest at?

KaPa Ventures backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 100K - 5M.

Which regions does KaPa Ventures invest in?

KaPa Ventures invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Singapore and France.

What companies has KaPa Ventures invested in?

KaPa Ventures's portfolio includes ARC, Hyperwave AG, Know-Center GmbH, Joanneum Research and Graz University of Technology.

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