Knop Ventures
Overview
Knop Ventures is an entrepreneurial Dutch venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies that drive societal and environmental impact. Operating as part of a family office affiliated with the Pon family, the firm emphasizes long-term investments aligned with its core values. Knop Ventures seeks to support innovative startups that contribute to a better world for future generations. The firm's investment strategy is generalist, focusing on sectors such as Green-Tech, Clean-Tech, and Envi-Tech. Knop Ventures engages in both private equity and venture capital investments, targeting companies with an EBITDA ranging from €2 to €15 million. The firm operates as an active shareholder with no predetermined exit horizon, aiming for substantial shareholdings in its portfolio companies. Knop Ventures is committed to sustainable returns and building on its investments for future generations. The firm prioritizes pressing global themes, including resource scarcity and improving individual quality of life, and is mindful of societal issues such as circularity, quality of life, diversity, and digitalization. Knop Ventures provides ample capital for growth and acquisitions, supporting entrepreneurs who share its values and vision for a better world.
Investment Focus
- Operational profitability
- EBITDA between €2 to €15 million
- Alignment with Knop Ventures' values and mission
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What sectors does Knop Ventures invest in?
Knop Ventures invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Telecommunications, and is based in Groningen, Netherlands. Knop Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Knop Ventures invest at?
Knop Ventures backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A and Series B, writing cheques of 100K - 1.5M.
Which regions does Knop Ventures invest in?
Knop Ventures invests across Europe and Netherlands.
How do I contact Knop Ventures?
Knop Ventures's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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