Vala Capital

Overview

Vala Capital is a sustainable venture capital firm based in the United Kingdom, focusing on early-stage technology companies. They provide capital and hands-on support to help founders transform their ideas into profitable, sustainable businesses. Their investment approach emphasizes sustainability, integrating it into their due diligence process to work with founders who share a vision for a more sustainable future. The firm offers various investment portfolios, including the Sustainable Growth EIS, Better Ventures EIS, and Self-Select EIS, catering to different investor preferences. These portfolios target sectors such as AgTech, CleanTech, Financial Services, FinTech, Food and Beverage, Marine Technology, Software, and Sustainability. Vala Capital's investment stages range from Pre-Seed to Series B, with typical investments between €100,000 and €1.5 million. Vala Capital's commitment to sustainability is evident in their portfolio companies, which include FlexSea, HonuWorx, Sennen, Sust Global, and Oxwash. These companies are working on innovative solutions in bioplastics, subsea robotics, renewable energy software, climate change mitigation, and eco-friendly laundry services. Vala Capital's hands-on approach and personalized support play a pivotal role in driving the development of emerging businesses across various sectors, empowering entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and achieve market success.

Investment Focus

• High-risk investments
• Potential loss of entire investment
• Limited liquidity
• No protection under Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)
• No protection under Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS)
• Investment returns may take several years
• Diversification recommended
• Investment value may decrease due to share dilution

Portfolio Companies