Alkemia Capital sgr

Alkemia Capital SGR S.p.A. is an Italian asset management company that specializes in creating sustainable value through strategic investments in companies with strong transformative growth potential. The firm focuses on the Italian lower-middle-market, providing capital and strategic support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to help them develop growth plans and improve governance. Alkemia Capital adopts a long-term approach, integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria into its investment decisions to promote sustainable practices and positive impact.

Founded in 2005, Alkemia Capital has evolved its investment strategies over the years. Initially managing Private Equity and Mezzanine funds, the firm expanded its investment horizon in 2023 by entering the venture capital space and launching new thematic and PIPE (Private Investment in Public Equity) funds. In 2018, the company changed its name to Alkemia SGR, reflecting its strategic direction. The firm's mission is to become a leading player in the Italian Lower-Mid Market, offering a comprehensive range of alternative investment assets.

Alkemia Capital manages funds across Private Equity, Venture Capital, and PIPE, with a reported Assets Under Management (AUM) of approximately €200 million. Its diverse portfolio includes companies like Agricooltur (sustainable agriculture), Casta Diva Group (communication and digital content), Circle Group (digitalization of port logistics), Codemotion (developer community), Contents (AI-powered content creation), Convivio S.p.A (fresh pasta and ready meals), DHH (cloud computing and hosting), Ermes Browser Security (cybersecurity), and Glickon (data intelligence for HR). These investments span various sectors, demonstrating the firm's broad focus on innovative and high-growth potential businesses.

The Alkemia Capital team comprises seasoned professionals with extensive experience in private equity, venture capital, corporate finance, and direct company management. This multidisciplinary team provides active assistance in governance, business expansion, and facilitates access to strategic partner networks, going beyond mere financial support. The firm's approach emphasizes deep industry knowledge, a strong network of relationships with entrepreneurs, and a proprietary deal flow to identify high-value investment opportunities.