New Zealand Venture Investment Fund
Overview
New Zealand Venture Investment Fund (NZVIF) is a government-backed fund of funds investing in early-stage technology companies in New Zealand. Established in 2002, NZVIF aims to build a vibrant venture capital market by providing funding to high-growth potential companies across various sectors. NZVIF operates through two primary vehicles: the $160 million Venture Capital Fund of Funds and the $40 million Seed Co-investment Fund. These funds are managed by private sector fund managers and co-invested alongside experienced angel investors, focusing on sectors such as technology, healthcare, agriculture, clean energy, and consumer products. The fund's investment strategy includes stages from seed to late-stage funding, with individual investments ranging from $1 million to $10 million. NZVIF plays an active role in monitoring fund activity and tracking investment performance, aiming to foster innovation and economic growth within New Zealand's technology sector.
Investment Focus
- High-growth potential
- Innovative technology solutions
- New Zealand-based companies
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does New Zealand Venture Investment Fund invest in?
New Zealand Venture Investment Fund invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Retail and Education, and is based in Auckland, New Zealand. New Zealand Venture Investment Fund is listed as a fund of funds in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does New Zealand Venture Investment Fund invest at?
New Zealand Venture Investment Fund backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 10M.
Which regions does New Zealand Venture Investment Fund invest in?
New Zealand Venture Investment Fund invests across New Zealand.
What companies has New Zealand Venture Investment Fund invested in?
New Zealand Venture Investment Fund's portfolio includes Xero, AFT Pharmaceuticals, Rocket Lab, Pushpay, Serko and Wynyard Group.
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