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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.
Key people at eQventure.
Key people at eQventure.
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 | — |
