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Public fund
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$100k to $1M
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Who we are
Venture Capital for High-Potential Start-ups | Partnering with Visionary Start-ups for Sustainable Growth At aws Gründungsfonds, we are committed to discovering and investing in innovative Austrian start-ups with the potential to shape the future, particularly in the high-tech sector. As a venture capital firm, our mission is to identify groundbreaking ideas and technologies, providing the necessary capital and strategic support to help these start-ups thrive. We specialize in early-stage (Seed) and growth-phase (Series A) investments, acting as a long-term partner for founders who are ready to take their ventures to the next level. Our investment approach is not just about providing funding—it's about adding real value through hands-on collaboration and expert guidance. Our deep industry knowledge and extensive network enable us to support start-ups in navigating the complexities of scaling their business. We believe in the power of co-investments and work closely with other investors to maximize the impact of our contributions. At aws Gründungsfonds, we are more than investors—we are dedicated partners in your journey, committed to driving innovation and fostering sustainable success in the Austrian start-up ecosystem.Funding Requirements
We invest in companies headquartered in AustriaNo revenues required, max. EUR 10m
Less than 50 employees
Founders must hold equity stakes in the company of at least 25 %
The company was founded up to 6 years ago respectively first sales were generated no more than 6 years ago. In this case, the following size criteria are reduced to 70 % of the above-mentioned figures: number of employees, turnover, balance sheet total
Management team with strong execution skills
Highly scalable business model with clearly recognisable benefit to the customer and documented proof of concept or proof of market
Target market with considerable volume and high growth potential
Investment amount between EUR 100,000 and EUR 3m (flexible contract structures)
For mezzanine investments: the company already generates revenues in its core business
We do not invest in:
Companies without enough risk commitment of the founders
Reorganisations and restructurings
Companies with trend-based revenues or unclear USP
Some business models in the area of financing, lending and insurance – to be discussed in detail with the company
Heavy industry companies
We do Later Seed financing
Series-A and Series-B financing for high-growth start-ups
Value add
Provides long-term financial backing, follow-on investment support, strategic mentorship, IP and commercialization guidance, co-investor network access, exit readiness assistance, and institutional validation to help startups scale and attract future funding.Locations
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