Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Porto, Portugal
Countries of investment
- Portugal
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- IT
- Renewable Energy
- Biotech
- LifeSciences
- FoodTech
- Industry 5.0
- New Materials
About
Beta Capital is a Porto-based private equity and venture firm founded in 2003. They act as a vital link between Portuguese research centers and the global market. The firm is recognized for its disciplined investment horizon and its role in fostering the local entrepreneurship ecosystem through close collaboration with academic institutions.
Beta Capital is a Porto-based private equity and venture firm founded in 2003. They act as a vital link between Portuguese research centers and the global market. The firm is recognized for its disciplined investment horizon and its role in fostering the local entrepreneurship ecosystem through close collaboration with academic institutions.
Investment Thesis
Beta Capital invests in technology-intensive university spin-offs across IT, renewable energy, and biotechnology sectors.
Manager's Experience
Based in Portugal, the firm is led by investors with experience in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and startup ecosystem development. The team focuses on early-stage technology companies while leveraging strong connections within the Iberian innovation ecosystem.
Team
Carlos Rocha - Co-Founder
Francisco Pereira Branco - Partner
Portfolio
Positive Development
GrayMatter
Overstory
Code Metal
JetZero
SWORD Health
Barkyn