InvestBW

Invest.BW is a venture capital and financing firm based in Walloon Brabant, Belgium, dedicated to fostering the prosperity and entrepreneurial dynamism of the region. Established in 1987, the firm acts as a key partner for businesses seeking risk capital and tailored financial solutions. Invest.BW's mission extends beyond mere financial intervention; it aims to support projects that positively impact the economic, environmental, and societal development of Wallonia, aligning with regional strategic development axes and technological clusters. The firm emphasizes a balanced approach to risk and return, seeking equitable profitability commensurate with the risks undertaken.

The firm's investment strategy encompasses various forms of risk capital, offering bespoke solutions with an investment horizon typically ranging from 5 to 10 years. Invest.BW can invest up to a maximum of €2,500,000 per project, often engaging in risk-sharing partnerships. Their interventions cover a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial challenges, from early-stage startups with functional prototypes and innovative technologies to scale-ups with proven business models, and established companies pursuing growth or transmission projects. Additionally, Invest.BW provides specific alternative financing solutions for real estate ventures.

Invest.BW's portfolio reflects its diverse investment focus, including companies in deep tech, medtech, and ESG sectors. Notable investments have been made in areas such as optimized micro-electronics for IoT applications (e.g., e-Peas), digital transformation through enterprise management solutions (e.g., IDEALIS CONSULTING), and real estate development (e.g., BVI.BE). The firm also supports companies in the automotive industry, such as Garage Bernard Muzzolini, BMW Discar, and Aston Martin Antwerp, and has invested in medical technology companies like neuroClues. Invest.BW is also recognized as a CO2 neutral investor, actively contributing to carbon footprint reduction and assisting its portfolio companies in their decarbonization efforts.

The team at Invest.BW comprises experienced professionals dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs through their development strategies. Key members include Xavier Bocquet (General Director), Corinne Estiévenart (Deputy General Director), Pierre de Waha (Senior Investment Manager), and Nathalie Omin (Senior Investment Manager), among others. The firm places a strong emphasis on the entrepreneurial team behind each project, believing that strong teams are the driving force behind success. Invest.BW is supported by a diverse group of shareholders, including private investors, Wallonie Entreprendre, Ackermans & Van Haaren, and IBA, many of whom have been involved in the region's entrepreneurial dynamic for over three decades.