Euronova Capital provides venture and angel investment across Europe and globally. Below, we answer the most frequently asked questions from entrepreneurs and investors seeking funding and strategic partnership.
We are a Belgium-based venture capital and angel investment firm that provides funding, mentorship, and strategic guidance to high-potential businesses. Our role is to identify scalable opportunities, deploy capital efficiently, and help companies realize their growth potential.
We provide funding from €250,000 to €25 million, tailored to the stage and strategic needs of the business. Smaller seed investments support early-stage startups, while larger growth rounds enable scale-up operations and market expansion.
Our core sectors are technology, healthcare, renewable energy, real estate, financial services, and other high-growth industries. We seek businesses with innovative solutions, defensible market positions, and strong leadership teams.
While our base is Belgium, we invest globally. Our European presence gives us insight into regulatory and market dynamics, but we evaluate opportunities based on strategic potential, scalability, and alignment with our investment philosophy.
We assess companies based on four key criteria:
Leadership Team – Proven capability, experience, and commitment.
Market Opportunity – Size, scalable markets with clear demand.
Business Model & Traction – Clear path to revenue and sustainable growth.
Strategic Fit – Alignment with our investment strategy and sector expertise.
Entrepreneurs can submit an application via our secure contact form. A detailed application allows us to evaluate the opportunity and provide tailored feedback on fit and next steps.
Depending on stage and complexity, the funding process typically takes 2–6 weeks from initial review to capital deployment. Early engagement and thorough preparation help accelerate this timeline.
Absolutely. Funding is just one component. We provide:
Strategic guidance and mentorship for the leadership team
Access to our global network of investors, advisors, and industry partners
Operational and market insight to reduce execution risk
Support in preparing for follow-on financing rounds
Investments are typically structured via equity participation. Board or advisory involvement is determined on a case-by-case basis, with the goal of providing strategic guidance without compromising operational independence.
We follow a disciplined, investment-manager-led approach:
Initial Review – Assess market potential, competitive landscape, and team quality.
Due Diligence – Financial, operational, and legal review.
Risk Assessment – Identify operational, market, and execution risks.
Investment Structuring – Determine funding amount, valuation, and governance terms.
Approval & Deployment – Capital is deployed alongside structured mentorship and network support.
Risk is managed through:
Rigorous due diligence and scenario analysis
Strategic mentorship and hands-on guidance for portfolio companies
Diversification across sectors, stages, and geographies
Co-investment with trusted partners to share risk
Yes. Companies that demonstrate progress and alignment with growth objectives are eligible for follow-on funding up to €25 million, helping them scale efficiently without the distraction of sourcing multiple investors.
Yes. We provide exclusive co-investment opportunities to select investors, offering access to high-quality deals vetted and structured by our team.
Minimum investments typically start at €500,000 for angel deals, scaling up proportionally for larger venture rounds. Each opportunity is structured to balance risk and return.
Opportunities are rigorously filtered based on sector, scalability, team quality, and strategic fit. Only ventures that meet our high standards and due diligence criteria are presented to our investor network.
While early-stage investments carry inherent risk, our selective approach, sector expertise, and strategic support aim to optimize long-term returns. Each investment is structured to balance potential upside with prudent risk management.
We actively support portfolio companies through:
Strategic mentorship and operational guidance
Introductions to additional investors, corporate partners, and industry contacts
Monitoring and reporting to ensure alignment with growth milestones
Advisory on governance, risk, and expansion
Investors receive regular portfolio updates, financial performance reports, and progress summaries, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making
We fund companies at multiple stages:
Seed and early-stage startups – typically €250,000–€1 million to validate business models and accelerate initial growth.
Growth-stage companies – €1 million–€10 million for scaling operations, market expansion, and team growth.
Late-stage/Pre-IPO – €10 million–€25 million to prepare for major expansion, acquisitions, or public offerings.
Yes. For companies demonstrating strong progress and growth potential, we provide follow-on funding to bridge rounds and ensure continuity toward strategic milestones.
Investment size is based on the stage, capital requirements, market potential, and strategic objectives of the company. We aim to provide sufficient capital to achieve milestones while maintaining a balanced risk profile.
Absolutely. Depending on the opportunity, Euronova Capital can act as a lead investor, structuring the round, negotiating terms, and coordinating co-investors to ensure a smooth and effective funding process.
Risk mitigation is a core part of our investment process:
Thorough due diligence on team, market, and financials
Diversified portfolio across sectors and stages
Post-investment support and mentorship
Active engagement with governance, risk management, and operational strategy
Board or advisory positions are determined based on strategic fit and company needs. In most cases, we take a supportive advisory role to guide growth without imposing operational control, ensuring founders maintain strategic independence.
Through transparent governance, clear legal agreements, milestone-based funding, and active portfolio monitoring. Co-investors are always kept informed and aligned with strategic objectives.
Yes. Selected investors in our network have access to pre-screened, high-quality early-stage opportunities that are not publicly available, providing a strategic advantage.
Returns can come from multiple channels, including:
Strategic exits or acquisitions
IPOs or public offerings
Secondary sales or buybacks
Dividends from portfolio companies where applicable
Investors typically do not manage day-to-day operations but may provide advisory guidance or strategic input where requested. We encourage alignment without interfering with execution.
Investors receive quarterly reports, milestone updates, and ad hoc briefings on major developments. Transparency and timely communication are central to our investor relations.
Yes. We leverage our global network and market expertise to provide introductions to strategic partners, potential clients, and co-investors, helping companies scale across geographies.
Every funded company receives mentorship from our investment managers, sector specialists, and advisors to strengthen decision-making, execution, and growth strategy.
Yes. We work with companies to plan long-term capital strategy, positioning them for follow-on rounds, growth financing, and eventual exit opportunities.
Yes. Our team works with founders to implement best-practice governance, operational efficiencies, and risk management processes, helping ensure sustainable growth and investor confidence.