Top Seeds Lab

Top Seeds Lab stands as a pioneering investment firm in the Spanish startup ecosystem, having successfully accelerated numerous early-stage companies and invested in 40 ventures through various investment vehicles. Distinguished as the only Spanish accelerator within the Global Accelerator Network (GAN), the firm has garnered significant recognition and multiple industry awards for its impactful approach to startup development. Founded by Ignacio Macias, Top Seeds Lab has established itself as a formidable player in the European investment landscape with a specialized focus on transformative technologies.

In 2015, the organization underwent a strategic pivot when Dr. Javier Gonzalez-Soria assumed the role of CEO, narrowing the firm's investment thesis exclusively to TravelTech ventures. This specialized approach transformed Top Seeds Lab's operational model, limiting acceleration services only to startups backed by their investment vehicles. This strategic realignment has positioned the firm as a sector-specific powerhouse with deep domain expertise in travel technology innovations, ranging from booking platforms and travel management solutions to experiential tourism technologies and sustainable travel initiatives.

The firm's competitive advantage stems from its world-class Advisory Board comprising over 80 senior executives from leading travel and digital companies. These C-level advisors provide invaluable market intelligence on industry pain points and emerging technological opportunities, creating a powerful feedback loop that informs investment decisions. This advisory network, coupled with Top Seeds Lab's prestigious partnership with the UN World Travel Organization, offers portfolio companies unparalleled access to industry connections, potential clients, and global market insights that accelerate their growth trajectories.

The seamless alignment between Top Seeds Lab and TRAVEL TECH 1 SCR, both managed by Macias and Gonzalez-Soria, creates significant operational synergies that benefit investors and portfolio companies alike. This integrated approach allows TRAVEL TECH 1 SCR to leverage the established operational frameworks and global network of GAN while accessing Top Seeds Lab's specialized Advisory Board. The managing partners prioritize fostering meaningful connections between limited partners and industry leaders, creating a collaborative ecosystem that maximizes value creation. This investor-centric approach, combined with sector specialization in the $8 trillion global travel industry, positions the firm uniquely to identify and nurture the next generation of travel technology champions.