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§ Venture Capital · Stockholm, Sweden
State-owned venture capital firm providing early-stage funding for Swedish startups in tech, life sciences, cleantech, and industrial sectors.
Almi Invest is a state-owned venture capital firm based in Stockholm, Sweden, that provides early-stage equity funding to startups operating in the technology, life sciences, cleantech, and industrial sectors. The organization manages approximately SEK 3.5 billion in assets and maintains an active portfolio of around 375 companies. Operating with 45 employees across eight regional offices, the firm executes about 50 new investments annually with typical check sizes ranging from SEK 1 million to SEK 10 million. Recognized as the most active early-stage investor in the Nordic region, the entity requires private co-investment matching funds for its transactions. The firm has backed notable portfolio companies such as Tobii, MIPS, Bambuser, and Limes Audio, while also operating a dedicated national GreenTech fund. Almi Invest was founded in 2009 as a subsidiary of the Swedish government enterprise Almi Företagspartner AB.
Key people at Almi Invest.
Almi Invest is Sweden's leading early-stage venture capital firm, investing primarily in startups across the country with a strong emphasis on climate tech through its dedicated GreenTech fund. It typically invests between €100K and €3M in seed and late seed rounds, supporting around 50 new ventures annually. The firm aims to catalyze sustainable growth by backing startups that have the potential to scale nationally and internationally, particularly those focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With approximately €65 million under management in its GreenTech fund and about 3 billion SEK overall, Almi Invest plays a pivotal role in Sweden’s startup ecosystem by providing capital, expertise, and a bridge to private venture capital[1][2][3][6].
Founded in 2009 and based in Stockholm, Almi Invest operates through eight regional venture capital companies plus a national GreenTech venture capital company. It is part of the Almi Group and co-financed by EU structural funds. Over time, it has evolved into a proactive and influential investor with a portfolio of nearly 600 startups, some of which have been acquired by global tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Apple or have gone public. The firm’s leadership includes CEO Jan Bengtsson and a team of around 40 investment managers distributed regionally, enabling deep local market knowledge and broad sector coverage[2][3][6].
Almi Invest rides the global trend of increasing focus on sustainability and climate tech innovation, leveraging Sweden’s strong environmental policies and startup culture. The timing is critical as governments and markets worldwide prioritize green technologies to meet climate goals. By channeling capital into early-stage ventures that reduce greenhouse gases, Almi Invest influences the broader ecosystem by accelerating the commercialization of climate solutions and fostering a vibrant startup community aligned with sustainable development. Its regional presence ensures that innovation is spread across Sweden, supporting economic growth beyond major urban centers[1][3].
Looking ahead, Almi Invest is poised to deepen its impact in climate tech while continuing to support a broad range of innovative startups. Trends such as increased regulatory focus on sustainability, growing corporate demand for green solutions, and expanding international markets will likely shape its investment strategy. The firm’s role as a bridge to private capital and its extensive regional network position it well to adapt and scale with Sweden’s evolving startup ecosystem. As climate tech becomes ever more critical globally, Almi Invest’s influence as a catalyst for sustainable innovation is expected to grow, reinforcing its mission to drive meaningful environmental and economic change[1][3][6].
Key people at Almi Invest.
