Primera Impact

Overview

Primera Impact is a collaboration between researchers at the University of Cambridge and Primera Capital, a San Francisco-based venture capital fund. The initiative aims to catalyse ideas that demonstrate promise towards making the world a better place. By combining academic research with venture capital expertise, Primera Impact seeks to identify and support innovative solutions addressing global challenges. The focus areas of Primera Impact include biotechnology and fashion, sectors that offer significant potential for positive impact. The firm primarily invests in seed and early-stage ventures, providing capital and strategic guidance to help these companies scale their operations and achieve their missions. With a geographical focus on the United Kingdom and the United States, Primera Impact leverages its international network to foster cross-border collaborations and amplify the impact of its portfolio companies. Through its investments, Primera Impact demonstrates a commitment to ESG and impact investing principles, aiming to generate both financial returns and measurable social or environmental benefits. The firm's approach combines rigorous academic research with practical venture capital strategies, ensuring that supported ventures are both innovative and viable in the market. This unique collaboration positions Primera Impact as a distinctive player in the venture capital landscape, dedicated to fostering sustainable and impactful business solutions.

Investment Focus

• Innovative solutions addressing global challenges
• Potential for positive social or environmental impact
• Viable business models in biotechnology or fashion sectors

Portfolio Companies