Sofina

Vanta operates an automated security and compliance platform serving organizations from startups to large enterprises. Founded in 2018 by CEO Christina Cacioppo, the company has built what it terms an Agentic Trust Platform that replaces manual compliance processes with continuous monitoring and AI-aided automation across frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI, and GDPR. The platform integrates with over 400 tools via API to collect evidence and monitor security controls, maintaining audit readiness through automated workflows rather than periodic manual checks. The core technical architecture centers on continuous monitoring of security controls and automated evidence collection, with the platform automatically tracking compliance posture across multiple frameworks simultaneously. Vanta's Trust Center product provides unified visibility into an organization's compliance status and vendor risk management. The company positions its approach around the premise that trust requires ongoing verification rather than point-in-time assessments, automating the security and compliance workflows that typically require significant manual effort from engineering and security teams. The business serves a range of customers requiring demonstrated compliance - from early-stage companies establishing their first SOC 2 to enterprises managing complex, multi-framework requirements. Vanta's stated mission is to "make security in a box," reflecting an emphasis on accessible automation rather than bespoke consulting. The company culture signals focus on customer success, responsible growth, and cross-functional collaboration between product, engineering, sales, and partnership teams.

We invest in early-stage startups shaping a positive future through technology and innovation. We strive to empower founders with hands-on and collaborative support, leveraging Ankaa's ecosystem.

While we love speedy success, we're acutely aware that greatness comes in many forms and at different times. That's why we're not afraid to break the mold to bring something spectacular to life. Our approach is personal. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, but there are a few absolutes intrinsic to who we are and how we work. And these values weren’t contrived out of thin air, they’re hard earned over the past 30 years and counting. High performance, low ego. The old adage “actions speak louder than words” rings true within Canaan’s walls, and in our interactions with companies out in the wild. Words like "understated" and "effective" are often used to describe our partners, and that’s fine by us. We’ll leave the bragging to the others. People are more than statistics. A diverse team means we bring varied perspectives to the table. And that table welcomes out-of-the-box thinking, spirited debate, and people from all walks of life. It’s our individual backgrounds and interests that inform our collective approach, which spans industries, generations, and coasts. In short, our diversity is who we are and what we do. We ask for help, and so should you. We firmly believe that two heads are better than one. So while our investors thrive in 1:1 partnerships, our companies also have the support of the entire Canaan team whenever, wherever. Recruiting your executive team? We’ll mobilize our full network. Need operational advice to bring a product to market? We’ll connect you with the right partner or colleague. Our resources are yours. The Golden Rule still applies. We treat you like we treat ourselves - with respect, transparency, and honesty - even if it’s sometimes not what you want to hear. It’s this approach that makes our portfolio companies more like family, because we’re not afraid to get in the weeds and help solve big hairy problems. In fact, it’s what we live for. We’re acutely aware that our success hinges on your success, so we do what it takes. We're in the know, not in the way. We’d be lying if we said we weren’t hands-on, but we also know when to step back and let you soar. Our goal is to add value to your process, and help you grow in ways you couldn’t alone. That’s why you’ll never see us booking meetings just to check a box or “see how are things are going.” We’ll already know, because that’s the kind of relationship we have with our companies.

ARQIS is an independent commercial law firm founded in 2006, operating from three offices in Düsseldorf, Munich, and Tokyo. The firm employs approximately 80–89 lawyers and legal specialists who provide cross-border and domestic legal services across transactions, employment law, data privacy, compliance, and regulatory matters. Under the leadership of Dr. Andrea Panzer-Heemeier, ARQIS serves domestic and international companies requiring sophisticated legal counsel in Germany and Japan. The firm structures its practice around specialized service lines designed to address complex commercial challenges. HR.Law by ARQIS, which received the JUVE Law Firm of the Year for Employment Law award in 2021, focuses on employment law and HR-related legal issues. DATA.Law addresses digital legal challenges, including privacy and data protection matters. The transactions practice handles cross-border and domestic M&A work, while dedicated practices in risk management and regulatory compliance round out the firm's technical capabilities. ARQIS also advises clients on restructuring, ESG compliance, and supply chain management. The firm positions itself through a transparent organizational structure that prioritizes client needs over billable hours. ARQIS serves companies engaged in cross-border transactions, organizations requiring data privacy counsel, and businesses navigating regulatory compliance requirements. Its Tokyo office extends the firm's reach into the Japanese market, enabling it to support clients with legal needs spanning European and Asian jurisdictions.

Carthona Capital was founded in 2014 when a group of like minded venture investors came together to invest on a deal-by-deal basis. Since then, Carthona Capital has shifted to a more traditional venture capital fund structure, and is now deploying its third fund with approximately $400m in funds under management from a mix of Institutional (Superannuation), Family Office and High Net-worth investors. Our Approach At Carthona we like to invest very early - our initial investment into a business is usually at the Pre-Seed, Seed, or Series A stages. We then like to follow-on strongly and continue to deploy larger amounts of capital as the business matures - in one instance we have supported a business by participating in seven different independent financing rounds. We are highly thematic in the opportunities we look to invest in. We are extremely hands-on with our portfolio companies.

DLA Piper is a global law firm operating across more than 40 countries, serving clients in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. Co-led by Frank Ryan and Charles Severs and headquartered in the United States, the firm delivers cross-border legal solutions designed to help businesses navigate complex international markets and regulatory environments. The firm's core practice encompasses legal and commercial advisory services, with particular emphasis on removing barriers to client growth through seamless execution across jurisdictions. DLA Piper integrates sustainability considerations into governance and operations advisory work, while maintaining dedicated pro bono initiatives focused on children, asylum seekers, refugees, and underserved groups seeking access to justice. The firm also provides support for social and economic development in under-resourced regions, reflecting its position that legal excellence and social impact function as complementary rather than competing priorities. DLA Piper positions itself as serving what it terms "the world's most aspiring businesses," combining legal expertise with what it describes as agile thinking and collaborative execution. The firm's stated approach centers on helping clients identify and capture opportunities while managing uncertainty in evolving commercial landscapes. Its geographic footprint and cross-border capabilities distinguish it among global law firms, particularly for organizations requiring coordinated legal services across multiple markets and regulatory frameworks.