Next Tier Ventures

Next Tier Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that strategically invests in visionary entrepreneurs who place artificial intelligence at the core of their innovation. The firm focuses exclusively on B2B AI-driven startups with the potential to redefine traditional industries and create transformative impact. Their investment thesis targets companies with exceptional teams, scalable business models, and cutting-edge AI applications, specifically in areas such as AI infrastructure, vertical-specific solutions spanning healthcare, fintech, cybersecurity, and education, and broader B2B platforms.

Founded in 2023, Next Tier Ventures operates as a venture capital fund with a total budget of €50 million, co-managed with Grupo GVC Gaesco. The firm is based in Valencia, Spain, and extends its investment reach across Europe, North America, and Latin America. They are committed to providing more than just capital, offering deep AI expertise, a global network, hands-on support, and access to leading AI advisors to accelerate the success of their portfolio companies.

Next Tier Ventures has built a diverse portfolio of AI-driven startups. Notable investments include Lucida AI, an AI-native language platform; Braingrid, which empowers 'vibe coders' to build and monetize AI-native SaaS products; Optiak, an enterprise-grade AI orchestration layer; Wio Capital, an AI-first platform for automating financial tasks; Turing Dream, an agentic platform for learning; and Nilo, a game engine leveraging Generative AI for rapid game creation.

The firm's team comprises a balanced mix of professionals with deep expertise in finance, technology, and business strategy. General Partners Patricia Pastor, Ruben Colomer, and Paco Illueca bring extensive experience in scaling tech companies, AI infrastructure, B2B SaaS, and venture capital fund management. They are supported by a team including a Principal, VC Investor, and Investor Relations specialist, all uniquely positioned to identify, invest in, and scale high-potential startups.