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eQventure functions as a venture capital firm, specializing in early-stage technology investments. It deploys capital and expertise across deep technology, industrial tech, network effects, digital health, and consumer-tech sectors. Beyond funding, eQventure provides strategic guidance and operational support, facilitating market entry and accelerating portfolio companies' growth.
The firm was established in 2014 by co-founders Bernhard Astner, Christian Klemm, Herbert Gartner, and Joerg. Their founding insight addressed a critical gap in the Austrian and European startup ecosystem for active capital and experienced mentorship. Herbert Gartner, as CEO and co-founder, now steers the firm's strategic direction and investment endeavors.
eQventure's clients are innovative, early-stage technology companies seeking funding and hands-on partnership to scale. Its vision centers on cultivating successful tech enterprises, leveraging a robust international network across Europe, America, and Asia. The firm aims to empower these startups for significant market presence and sustainable global expansion.
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eQventure has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $3.0M Seed in aTENSION.life in May 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2025 | aTENSION.life | $3.0M Seed | Werner Lanthaler | Vp%20venture%20partners |
| Mar 1, 2023 | Finmatics | $6.0M Series A | Mangrove Capital Partners, Eqventure | Alpine Ventures, Altair Capital Management, Goodwater Capital, Spark Capital, Eneko Knorr, Enrique Dubois |
| Mar 11, 2019 | SteadySense | $6.8M Seed | Eqventure | — |
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