Venture to Future Fund

Overview

Venture to Future Fund (VFF) is a Slovak venture capital firm established in 2019 through a joint initiative by the European Investment Bank and the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic. The fund focuses on supporting innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Slovakia and the European Union, particularly those with technological advancements and growth potential. VFF aims to bridge the market gap in providing capital and quasi-capital financing to these companies, facilitating their transformation into knowledge-based entities. The fund's investment strategy targets premium SMEs in the growth stage, assisting them in realizing their potential in international markets. VFF invests alongside independent co-investors on a pari passu basis, ensuring equal conditions and sharing of risks and returns. The fund's capital has been increased to EUR 40.4 million, enabling investments ranging from EUR 400,000 to EUR 7 million. VFF's portfolio includes companies such as Nettle.AI, SEC Technologies, AgeVolt, and Vestberry, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation across various sectors. VFF's approach emphasizes innovation and teamwork, seeking companies with high-tech solutions and skilled teams capable of executing their vision. The fund's focus is not limited to specific industries but is driven by the uniqueness of the solution and the team's execution capabilities. This strategy has led to investments in diverse sectors, including IoT, SaaS, mobile advertising, healthtech, and blockchain, underscoring VFF's dedication to supporting a wide range of innovative enterprises with global aspirations.

Investment Focus

• Innovative technology SMEs
• Growth stage companies
• Potential for international expansion

Portfolio Companies