Investors in Art

mentorDay is a non-profit, independent startup accelerator that supports entrepreneurs worldwide through fully funded, online acceleration programs. With 30+ years of experience and over 3,200 startups accelerated across 40 countries, it is one of the most active accelerators globally. Backed by a community of 1,200+ mentors, mentorDay helps founders validate, grow, and access funding through practical, intensive programs, with no cost or equity required.

We invest in startups in the forestry, professional landscaping, gardening, agriculture and construction sectors. Our goal is to add value by contributing our ecosystem network and the manifold assets of STIHL as a leading company in the industry.

Elige Capital is an investor specializing in capital transmission and development capital operations for growing SMEs, in minority or majority, for investment tickets between 1 and 4 million euros. A dual DNA: entrepreneurs and investors Elige is led by an independent team that manages two investment vehicles subscribed by private investors who are business leaders and leading institutional investors. A flexible investment strategy whose main criterion is based on the women and men at the head of the companies and their development projects.

Vesper Investissement is an evergreen investment company owned by its managers alongside French entrepreneurs and industrial families. Vesper's mission is to support the long-term development of innovative companies in the real economy that are profitable, have strong growth potential, and significant strategic value. They focus on fostering sustainable growth and strategic advancements in the companies they invest in, ensuring lasting impact and value.

It is sometimes difficult, both for a company and for a saver, to find the right player to get involved. This is where we play an essential role: that of a link between people who want to give meaning to their savings and companies who want to find financing by strengthening their positive impacts. Since 1990, we have financed and supported more than 420 companies in Hauts-de-France, to the tune of more than 18.5 million euros, thanks to savings collected from several thousand supportive citizens.

SATUS Starter is a venture capital focused on seed and series A investments between $ 100-1M in in Central and Eastern Europe. We are interested in AI & Big Data, SaaS, AR & VR, Industry 4.0, FinTech, blockchain, cybersecurity and marketplace startups.

Somudimec provides comprehensive financial support to companies throughout their lifecycle, including creation, development, or transfer phases. They cater to both ends of the balance sheet, offering a range of services such as leasing, factoring, balance sheet buyback, and credit insurance. Their holistic approach aims to meet diverse financial needs, supporting businesses with tailored solutions that facilitate growth and stability across different stages of their operations.

Source Ventures specializes in micro VC investments at the Pre-Seed and Seed stages, focusing on tech startups. With a commitment of €100k or more per deal, we provide strategic guidance in Product, Tech, and Marketing, leveraging our operational experience and a network of expert advisors. Beyond capital, our sparring partner approach supports ambitious companies in navigating the path to scalability. Reach out to start a conversation and explore how we can accelerate your growth journey.

We utilize our extensive network and expertise to identify optimal investment opportunities for our members. Our mission is to democratize startup investing, making it accessible and impactful.

Firlej Kastory is a family investment firm focused on investments in global technology companies, specifically in the energy, financial, risk governance and health sectors. We are an international group based in Warsaw. Our focus is to preserve and increase wealth by achieving long-term returns coupled with a positive social and cultural impact. The firm activity is based on a strong commitment to professional excellence, moral integrity, personal trust, and confidentiality.

In 1999, the CEA established CEA Valorisation, a wholly-owned subsidiary aimed at promoting patents and investing in startups based on CEA technologies. In 2008, it transformed into CEA Investissement, focusing on direct investments in companies leveraging CEA innovations. Specifically, CEA Investissement invests during the startup creation phase, providing initial funding based on innovations stemming from CEA research. It also offers comprehensive support for the scientific and commercial development of these young companies, whether they are spin-offs or linked to CEA through research contracts.

Cyverse Capital injects seed and growth capital into best-in-breed, next-gen cyber-security startups. Cyverse Capital builds on the track record of Cyverse AG, the Zug-based firm which distributes next-gen cyber-security technologies to over 100 multinational enterprises in the DACH and Scandinavia.