Enterprise Ireland is Ireland’s government-backed trade and innovation agency and a highly active domestic VC, funding startups at seed to growth stages primarily in sectors like lifesciences, digital, and advanced manufacturing. It has completed nearly 1,000 deals between 2018 and 2022, making it Europe’s most active investor by deal count and ranks among the world's most prolific seed-stage backers. The agency supports companies through direct funding, accelerator networks, and global market access.