Concept Ventures has announced the close of its second fund at $88 million, an oversubscribed raise that cements its position as Europe’s largest dedicated pre-seed investor. The milestone reflects strong investor confidence in the firm’s strategy of backing founders at the earliest stages of company building.
Backing Transformative Startups
Concept Ventures gained recognition as an early investor in AI voice platform ElevenLabs and has since built a track record of spotting transformative companies before they achieve mainstream traction. With Fund II, the firm aims to double down on its pre-seed strategy, providing not just capital but also hands-on guidance and ecosystem support often unavailable to founders at idea stage.
Focus Sectors for Fund II
The new fund will target high-growth sectors including artificial intelligence, fintech, climate tech, and emerging digital platforms. Beyond financial investment, Concept Ventures plans to leverage its network of seasoned operators and investors to help portfolio companies accelerate product development, market entry, and scaling.
Positioning Amid Global VC Slowdown
The raise comes against a backdrop of a more cautious global venture capital environment, where later-stage funding has slowed. By contrast, pre-seed and seed investing continues to attract interest as investors seek early exposure to disruptive technologies with long-term upside potential. Concept Ventures’ latest fund positions it to be a key player in shaping the next wave of European tech giants.
Opportunity for Early-Stage Founders
For founders at the idea and pre-seed stages, the $88 million fund represents a rare opportunity to secure support from one of Europe’s most active and specialized early-stage investors. With dry powder ready to deploy, Concept Ventures is well placed to champion ambitious entrepreneurs building the future of technology.
