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Start Ventures, managed by Onetier Partners SCR, S.A., is a global VC investor with a laser focus on Financial Services. We’re committed to helping visionary founders and operators bring their innovative ideas to life. We’re passionate about the transformational power of technology in the financial sector. We believe that by providing the necessary resources and guidance, we can help entrepreneurs drive economic prosperity and create positive change in the world.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Start Ventures is here to help you turn your vision into reality. Join us on our mission to transform the financial sector.

[ Seed stage ] [ Fintech & Insurtech ] [ B2B ] [ Global ]

Step by step, goal by goal, side by side

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You might be
the next big thing

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Your team might be the next big thing

Passion and boldness are essential traits to any successful entrepreneur. We are here to support your vision and help you scale your business, but the ambition must come from within. We seek out and back visionary founders who think big and are driven to turn their ideas into reality. By leveraging our network, resources, and expertise, we help bring your vision to life and unlock your company’s true potential. You might be the next big thing.

Your technology might be the next big thing

Transformation is crucial. We support ideas that are born to solve a problem, with an innovative solution based on technology’s greatest potential. We believe startups are at the forefront of innovation, and we are proud to be a part of that movement.

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Our investment thesis is dictated by what we believe in, and we put a lot of effort in where we can add value from there:

Sector expertise
and network

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Our sector focus, deep domain knowledge, extensive network, and hands-on approach are all designed to fuel the growth of our portfolio companies and help them achieve outsized returns.

With a strong presence in the financial sector’s ecosystem, we’re uniquely positioned to help pilot your projects and accelerate your first sales. Our LP network and beyond provides a vast array of potential partners and customers, giving your company the exposure it needs to succeed.

Hands-on
approach

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We believe in working closely with our portfolio companies every step of the way, from ideation to exit. Our team is dedicated to providing guidance, support, and resources to help you navigate the challenges of growing a successful business.

We’ll work closely with you to develop a clear roadmap for success and provide ongoing support every step of the way. Support a soft landing in the EU or US, with turn-key R&D and operational solutions

Principled early-stage investment strategy

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We invest in companies that are on the verge of finding product-market fit. Early-stage companies are poised for significant growth and success, and we’re committed to helping them get there.

Sales cycles can be long in the financial industry, but we see this as an opportunity to create a sustainable competitive advantage for winners. By carefully analyzing your economics and providing critical support, we’ll help navigate these challenges and position your company for success.

Global Operators

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We believe in the power of global companies and our team has proven track record of helping early-stage companies achieve global success.

One of our key advantages is our privileged access to cost-effective talent. We understand how crucial it is to have a skilled team in place, and we’re committed to helping our portfolio companies access the resources they need to build world-class products and services.

Join forces with Start Ventures and unlock the full potential of your company

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“Start Ventures has been super supportive and helpful in many ways.

Just to name a few: they introduced us to potential clients; helped us establish meaningful proof of concepts internally; and they support our day-to-day operations whenever we ask (attracting talent, providing legal advice, among others), and always with quick turnaround times. We are really happy to have them as investors and we love the fact that they are focused exclusively on FinTech, as they have more meaningful insights than the average VC in our space.”

Nathan Troudsell, COO/CFO
[ Fraudio ]

“Start Ventures has been a key element for hAPI.

They were crucial for our growth since they introduced us to several possible partners and clients. We felt that, since we are a startup, it was also a plus to have them as a market player investor. It was good for the initial credibility and confidence from the clients. We must also point out the total availability shown whenever necessary.”

Diogo Nesbitt, CEO
[ hAPI ]

“Start Ventures has provided us with great support and insightfulness.

Their experience and industry contacts have helped us form new collaborative alliances making full use of our pioneering expertise. Start Ventures continue to support us internally as well, through assistance with attracting talent and providing legal advice. We are very happy and are looking forward to many more years working in partnership to help grow our business globally.”

Omar Chebli, CEO
[ Kirontech ]