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Hornet Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Europe, focusing on seed stage investments. They manage a portfolio of 10 companies, primarily in the healthcare and consumer sectors, with a specific emphasis on startups in Germany and Austria.
This firm invests in seed stage companies that develop health-related products and services. Their investment thesis includes areas such as pet food, veterinary experiences, fertility tracking, and customer loyalty programs.
Notable portfolio companies include: Inne, a fertility tracking app with lab-grade accuracy; BlackJack Trainer, a training tool for Blackjack that exited in May 2025; Fresh Dog Food Subscription, which exited in September 2023; and DNA Testing for Cats, acquired by Zoetis in 2022.
Submit your pitch through their form at hornetventures.com.
Hornet Ventures typically leads seed stage rounds, providing initial capital to help startups grow.
The firm is open to follow-on investments, particularly if the startup demonstrates significant growth and potential.
Specific fund size details are not disclosed, but they actively manage a portfolio of 10 companies.
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