Nineyards Equity

Nineyards Equity specializes in backing exceptional entrepreneurs who lead transformative tech-enabled and consumer internet companies poised for significant growth. As a scale-up and growth equity investor, we provide comprehensive support throughout our portfolio companies' expansion journey, with initial investments ranging from EUR 2-15 million at Series A and beyond, complemented by subsequent follow-on funding as needed.

Our investment focus targets more mature technology enterprises with demonstrated market traction, typically generating at least EUR 5 million in revenue or ARR and exhibiting impressive growth rates exceeding 100% annually. We seek companies that have achieved underlying profitability while operating in highly attractive markets where they've established strong competitive positions. The ideal portfolio candidate demonstrates a proven business model characterized by both scalability and resilience, with a clear growth trajectory and additional expansion opportunities on the horizon.

When evaluating leadership teams, we prioritize founders and executives who demonstrate exceptional tenacity, impressive track records, and the strategic vision coupled with execution capabilities necessary to navigate the challenges of rapid scaling. Our investment philosophy centers on the belief that companies creating positive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impact not only contribute to a better world but also generate superior financial returns for investors. This dual-purpose approach guides our portfolio selection process and ongoing partnership with entrepreneurs.

As active investors, we bring more than just capital to our partnerships. Our team leverages extensive industry expertise, operational knowledge, and a robust network to help portfolio companies optimize their growth strategies, enter new markets, and overcome scaling challenges. We maintain a collaborative approach with founders, providing guidance while respecting their vision and autonomy. This balanced partnership model has enabled successful outcomes across our portfolio, as we continue to identify and support the next generation of market-defining technology companies throughout their growth journey.