Paladin Capital Group

Coalition Capital is a venture capital firm that partners with the best entrepreneurs in Europe to help them shape the digital economy. We partner with entrepreneurs and invest in spaces where tectonic technological shifts like Artificial Intelligence are creating extraordinary opportunities. It is our believe that the biggest companies of the next decade will be solving the world’s most pressing challenges, leveraging the power of AI along the way. From redefinition of supply chains, the improvement of worker's mental health, disruption in financials services, cybersecurity to bridging the digital skills gap, we see it as our mission to help solve real-world problems. Coalition is thesis-driven and we are focused on Europe. We bring a true pay-it-forward mentality: invest time first, money second. We are convinced that true value and sustainable returns can only be created with a long-term strategic vision and a plan around the growth of organizations. It is our goal to patiently build companies into global leaders. We laud actual achievements, not artificial milestones of every increasing funding round valuations. As a break-out team from Inkef and Prosus, we are venture and growth equity veterans who have helped build iconic companies across the world. Often, we joined in the early innings and helped scale these businesses into category-defining multi-billion-dollar global gorillas. Under the flag of Coalition we intend to do it again. We accelerate growth…We prefer capital efficient, scalable companies with proven product-market fit and a defensible model. We partner with hungry overachievers to take those companies from: Local hero to a global champion 1 to 10 and then from 10 to 100 We invest from Seed to Series B; And can be a lifetime partner until you go public … of the digital economy…We go beyond the hype of ChatGPT: It is our belief that the proliferation of new technologies like AI will enable the creation of a new generational companies Those that solve real problems in trillion-dollar industries or provide the ‘picks-and-shovels’ required to drive tectonic technological change …in EuropeWe believe Europe’s moment is now We are Europe-native VCs with a global outlook We are un-European in our ambitions and drive; Introducing US/Asia-style execution and pace We focus on creating new generational companies solve real problems in trillion-dollar industries or provide the ‘picks-and-shovels’ required to drive tectonic technological changeAI and Data ToolingDataOps Design Cybersecurity Code Search DevOps Productivity Knowledge management Future of CommerceAI-driven commerce enablers (e.g. pricing, inventory management) Supply chain management Re-commerce Next-gen (B2B) marketplaces Future of FinanceEmbedded finance Verticalized solutions Payments Supply chain finance Data driven investing Compliance / AML Future of WorkNext Gen HR stack Digital skills building Worker’s mental health How we are differentCollaborative Investment EthosWe prove our worth to you by investing time first Lead, follow, or stay stealth, board seat or not, we take your lead We understand that building durable companies takes time; we support in good times and bad times We offer real help where it matters most: topline acceleration and the people function We aspire to be the Most Valuable Player on the cap table Radically Thesis & Data-drivenWe are radically thesis-driven and understand your business like no other investor does We operate a conviction-based approach; always working from first principles We eat our own dog food and drink our own champagne by leveraging AI to identify the most promising businesses Connected & experiencedWe are venture and growth equity veterans with experience in building iconic global gorillas (and obsessed about doing it again) We bring an unrivalled industry network, opening doors to global tech giants and enterprises We offer a unique global view on tech trends and scaling

We fuel transformative change by investing in visionary entrepreneurs and commercializing path-breaking technologies from the world’s leading innovation ecosystems, with a high potential to disrupt and redefine strategic sectors of critical national importance.​ ​Together we build globally competitive ventures to deliver these innovations at optimal cost, impact and scale, while generating superior returns for our investors. ​In the process we help address critical challenges, technology gaps in national security and mission capability, through cross-border collaboration and innovation. We find, fund, and scale. We're dedicated partners, supporting our companies from early-stage to cross-border growth and successful exits. We’re venture builders and growth catalysts. We look beyond investing, seasoned operators with a hands-on approach, global execution and scale up experience with a clear focus on building the next generation of emerging technology companies, in high priority sectors. Unparalleled access to dual-use technology. We make highly selective investments and partner with companies with critical emerging, field-proven technology at the inflection point of growth. WHAT WE LOOK FOR Addressing trillion dollar segments with path-breaking innovation and opportunities to scale via an India-centric low-cost co-development and manufacturing model. We invest in mission-critical technologies with dual-use applications, for national security and strategic self-reliance.

Investing, building, and validating the frontier of deep tech and Web3 Stake Capital Group is not just an investment firm; we are builders, operators, and pioneers in the convergence of blockchain, AI, cryptography, and advanced computing. We invest in category-defining projects, architect decentralized systems, and validate the networks that will power the next era of global infrastructure. What we do We deploy capital, build protocols, and secure networks that shape the future of finance, governance, and computation. Our expertise spans across: Investing: We back visionary founders at the intersection of Web3, deep tech, and AI. We don’t follow trends; we set them. Building: We create and incubate next-gen protocols that merge blockchain, zero-knowledge cryptography, AI, and homomorphic encryption. This is the foundation of the new digital economy. Validating: We secure and optimize blockchain networks, ensuring the resilience and decentralization necessary for a trustless world. The future is deep tech x Web3 Blockchain is no longer just about finance; it’s becoming the foundational governance and value layer for frontier technologies. From AI models governed on-chain to encrypted compute and sovereign digital identities, the next evolution of technology is trustless, composable, and decentralized. This is the infrastructure shift of the century, and we’re building at the core of it.

​​Squadra Ventures is a venture capital firm led by founder-operators that invests in early-stage cyber and national security companies. We apply significant resources beyond the check, working hand-in-hand with our entrepreneurs to win and leave a lasting positive impact on the world. Squadra is the Italian word for team. It embodies our fundamental belief that exceptional teams are the key to outsized success. We lead rounds and apply significant resources in startups that are going to change the future of security in the workplace and in the field. As investors we:Lead Seed to Series A rounds Work as Active Board Members Invest $1M-$3M Execute on an 18-Month Joint Strategic Plan We invest in teams that:Are visionary leaders Obsess over how their product drives value for their customers Value leadership development of their management teams through coaching and mentoring Can leverage our expert network of cyber, national security, and enterprise professionals to accelerate their business Are ready to level-up their go-to-market strategy and business operations Are excited to collaborate on industry changing strategic opportunities Have the potential to become Dual-Use Ventures serving both enterprise and government clients How We Do It For our portfolio companies, there are three teams - the founding team, our team, and the combination of the two. That means some days we’re pulled up to the table in a portfolio company’s office to dig into a marketing campaign and other days we’re working our network to get one of our CEOs in front of the CISO of a key future client. Where some VCs check-in at the board meeting, we’re working with our management teams daily. The goal is simple - 3X in 24 months, achieved through alignment on our Joint Strategic Plan. What We Stand By Squadra Ventures is committed to supporting and funding under-represented founders and diverse teams. We believe that diverse teams perform better and, as stewards of capital, we take the following measures: We actively seek out founders from diverse backgrounds. We track the gender, identity and race of the founders and companies we review to ensure we are not disproportionately favoring any singular profile. Participation in this data collection is optional. When a company does not meet our investment thesis, we aim to be helpful by making further introductions and providing honest feedback. We start our investment opportunity review process in the same place, every time, warm intro or not - with our opportunity overview intake form.

Andra’s team has helped accelerate the technological evolution of the world we live in by investing in the future. We support the growth of some of the most promising global companies to shape a brighter future. 30+ years of Silicon Valley technology investments and operational leadership experience* $100B+ Andra’s investments in technology and enterprise software companies representing $100B+ in value 140+ transactions with technology industry leaders* *Figures reflect years of industry experience and transactions for Partners at prior firms. Investors, Technologists, Operators, Entrepreneurs Our team brings deep domain expertise, extensive operational experience, decades of investment experience, financial markets sophistication, and a strong network of relationships The Andra AdvantageSeasoned Silicon Valley Investors: 30+ years of experience investing in technology companies across multiple stages of a company's lifecycle Operational Experience: 20+ years of experience founding and scaling technology unicorns and driving companies to exits Strategic Ecosystem: Global investor network that helps portfolio companies fuel growth through strategic partnerships Track Record: Proven track record of deal execution, value creation and investment expertise Investment Philosophy We strive to achieve superior and consistent returns by funding exceptional companies identified through our five core investment principles: Execute our powerful and unique investment thesis and process for each fund strategy that allows us to effectively identify and evaluate investment targets Select disruptive companies with enduring technology moats and strong business models that can scale efficiently irrespective of macroeconomic cycles Maintain valuation discipline, investing at levels that fit our risk parameters and returns profile Perform strong fundamental research bottom up research and documentation of every investment using our proprietary methodology Employ a portfolio approach to mitigate risk through sector and time diversification Investment StrategiesLate Stage Open-end fund focused on leading, pre-IPO technology companies with an exit horizon of 2-3 years. Target Company CharacteristicsTechnology category leaders in large and fast-growing markets Sustainable and scalable unit economics with a clear path to profitability Seeking capital to fuel growth and establish market dominance prior to an exit event Technologically differentiated business models that can create defensible moats Growth-Stage Closed-end fund focused on leading, disruptive, fast-growing private technology companies with an exit horizon of 5-8 years. Target Company CharacteristicsEmerging technology leaders in large markets ripe for disruption Proven product-market fit with scalable and viable unit economics Entering the hyper-growth phase of scaling their business Technologically differentiated business models that can create defensible moats Target VerticalsArtificial intelligence Data and analytics Cloud infrastructure Networking Cybersecurity FinTech Consumer Software B2B and B2C marketplaces Digital health

From the excitement of ambition to the joy of success, we're here for the whole journey. We've been through the startup grind, and we're here to help. Whether you need guidance, connections, or a supportive community, we're dedicated to helping founders reach new heights and achieve even more than they thought possible. Relationships first: Whether this is your first startup, or one more in a series, whether you’re scaling towards your first $10m or speeding towards IPO - we zoom in on your unique needs and work together to build out your ambition. Focused expertise: We specialize in areas where we have unrivaled expertise. We can draw on it through strategic acumen, connections, or fundraising support to help you unlock new opportunities. Beyond borders: We've got the global perspective to help you take your company to the next level. Whether you want to scale in the US, Europe, or Asia, we're here to help you make an impact wherever you want. Data-driven: Looking for a competitive edge? Our proprietary AI platform, Q, has you covered. In no time, we can provide you with market insights and competitor benchmarks to help your company stay ahead of the game. Powered by partnership: Gain insights and extraordinary opportunities for collaboration by leveraging the power of our limited partner - Nokia - a company that pioneered the technologies that underpin much of today’s digital world. Our thesis The physical and the virtual have been on a path of convergence ever since the first computer was invented. But now, the technological baseline has developed enough for it to truly take place. At NGP Capital, we welcome this convergence and the magic it can create. We believe the 2020s will be a decade of ‘The Great Convergence’–a decade that will produce the next generation of iconic technology companies. Who we work with We back early-stage B2B companies from Series A onwards in Europe, the US, Israel, and China within enterprise software, industrial tech, cybersecurity, and infrastructure. Experience Applications and use cases enabled by the Convergence From industrial automation to immersive applications for enterprises to collaborate and connect with customers and employees. The Convergence of the digital and physical will create a more empowered human experience. Example applications: AI co-pilots, digital twins, immersive collaboration and productivity tools. Infrastructure Technology infrastructure powering convergence The infrastructure upon which exciting new applications can be built, the tools to allow data to be processed and consumed, as well as the cybersecurity that allows the world to safeguard their data and identities. Example applications: XR developer tools, streaming data infrastructure, foundation AI, digital identity protection, edge computing. Interaction Devices and software that bridge the gap between the physical and the virtual Devices that allow humans to access virtual environments, sensors that draw data from the physical world to build insights, and robotics that translate virtual input into physical output. Example applications: XR glasses, robotics, sensors, data capture technology…