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SIS Ventures operates as a dedicated investment arm, supporting impact-led enterprises that address significant societal and environmental challenges. It focuses on providing mission-aligned investment to grow high-impact organizations. The firm targets businesses actively developing solutions for underserved populations and contributing to global environmental sustainability, emphasizing a holistic approach to capital deployment.
Formed in 2018, SIS Ventures was established as a division of the Social Investment Scotland (SIS) group, authorized by the Financial Conduct Authority. This origin reflects an institutional insight into the critical need for specialized financial vehicles capable of fostering social and environmental progress alongside financial returns within the broader impact investing landscape.
The firm's clientele comprises a diverse range of impact-led businesses striving to create positive change. SIS Ventures' overarching vision is to foster a positive future for both people and the planet by investing in enterprises committed to systemic change. It aims to be a key facilitator in channeling capital towards organizations poised to deliver measurable social and environmental benefits.
SIS Ventures has 5 tracked investments across 4 companies. The latest tracked deal is $4.0M Grant / Seed in Nami Surgical in May 2024.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2024 | Nami Surgical | $4.0M Grant / Seed | Anne Muir | Innovate UK, Investment Fund For Scotland, Maven Ventures, Scottish Enterprise |
| Sep 11, 2023 | Microplate Dx | $3.1M Seed | — | BEN Carter, Kerry Sharp, Thairm BIO, JIM McDonald |
| Sep 7, 2021 | EnteroBiotix | $21.0M Series A | Thairm BIO | Kineticos Ventures, Scottish Enterprise |
| Aug 19, 2021 | Trojan Energy | $3.0M Seed | Fraser Lusty | Alba Equity, JAN Robertson |
| May 29, 2019 | EnteroBiotix | $2.5M Seed | Fraser Lusty | Bank Workers Charity, Barwell, Fund Twenty8, Gabriel Investments, NCIMB Limited, Kerry Sharp, University OF Aberdeen |