LBBW Venture Capital

LBBW Venture Capital specializes in supporting exceptional entrepreneurs across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland) who are seeking funding at critical growth stages. Their investment strategy targets companies in late seed, Series A, and Series B rounds, providing financial backing ranging from €0.5 million to €5 million in initial investments. This strategic focus allows them to identify and nurture promising ventures at pivotal development phases when capital can significantly accelerate growth trajectories.

The firm maintains a disciplined investment thesis centered around three key sectors: Deep Tech/B2B/Enterprise Technology solutions, innovative FinTech platforms, and cutting-edge Life Science and HealthTech ventures. This targeted approach enables their investment team to develop specialized expertise in these high-growth industries, providing portfolio companies with not just capital but also domain-specific insights and strategic guidance. Their sector focus reflects areas where the DACH region has demonstrated particular strength and innovation potential.

Beyond financial investment, LBBW Venture Capital delivers substantial value through its extensive corporate network. Portfolio companies gain privileged access to LBBW's vast ecosystem of enterprise clients, creating meaningful partnership and customer acquisition opportunities. This advantage is particularly valuable for B2B startups seeking to establish credibility and secure early enterprise customers. For FinTech ventures specifically, LBBW offers direct business development pathways through potential integration with their core banking operations and financial services infrastructure.

As part of the larger Landesbank Baden-Württemberg (LBBW) financial group, the venture arm combines the agility of a venture capital investor with the stability and resources of one of Germany's largest banking institutions. This unique positioning allows them to take a longer-term view on investments while providing startups with institutional credibility and strategic partnerships that accelerate market entry. Their investment philosophy emphasizes sustainable growth over quick exits, making them an ideal partner for founders building category-defining companies with substantial market potential in the German-speaking European markets.