Chroma Ventures

Chroma Ventures was established by Paddy Burns and Chris van der Kuyl to consolidate their investment activities in technology-driven enterprises. As the co-founders of acclaimed 4J Studios, renowned for developing Minecraft versions for Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo consoles, Burns and van der Kuyl bring extensive gaming industry expertise to their investment approach. Their venture focuses primarily on data-oriented businesses and companies leveraging innovative technologies with significant growth potential, providing flexible capital solutions tailored to each opportunity.

The investment portfolio managed by Chroma Ventures spans various stages of business development, from early-stage startups to established companies poised for expansion. Burns and van der Kuyl have cultivated a reputation as hands-on investors, offering both financial backing and practical industry guidance to their portfolio companies. Their collaborative investment approach frequently involves partnerships with other investors, creating synergistic opportunities that leverage their extensive network and technical expertise in the digital economy.

Among Chroma Ventures' notable direct investments are TVSquared, a global leader in cross-platform television advertising measurement; Parsley Box, an innovative provider of cupboard-stored ready meals; Broker Insights, a commercial insurance distribution and data platform; and Puny Astronaut, an independent game development studio. These investments demonstrate the firm's strategic focus on technology-enabled businesses that are disrupting traditional markets through innovative approaches to data utilization and consumer engagement.

Beyond direct investments, Chroma Ventures maintains a diversified portfolio through strategic indirect holdings in specialized investment vehicles. These include LVP, a venture capital seed fund dedicated to the games sector; Social Investment Scotland (SIS) Ventures, which focuses on impact investments in mission-driven enterprises; and Seedhaus, a pre-seed investor supporting very early-stage companies. This multi-layered investment strategy allows Chroma Ventures to maintain visibility across various stages of the startup ecosystem while supporting innovation in sectors aligned with their expertise and vision for technology-driven growth.