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KOMPAS VC

Venture capital

Hørsholm · Pre-Seed–Series B · 16 people tracked

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Investment thesis

KOMPAS VC invests at the early stage in enabling technologies that operate in real-world industrial environments. The firm targets the gap between what technology can enable and what physical industries can actually deploy, backing founders who help industry increase productivity, build resilience against operational and geopolitical risks, and decarbonise at speed. Its focus spans manufacturing, energy, logistics, infrastructure, and the built environment. The firm provides patient capital, deep sector expertise, and an active network of operators, corporates, and partners to help companies scale from early traction to commercial deployment across Europe and North America.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Series B
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$1.1M – $5.4M
HQ
Hørsholm, DK
Leads rounds
Follows
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2021
Last 12 months
4 investments
AUM
$330M
Tracked investments
37
IPOs
1

Team · 16 people

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Andreas Strasser· Partner𝕏
Martin Pors Jepsen· Head of Strategic Valuein

What they invest in

from 23 of 37 portfolio companies

AI & Machine Learning ×14Climate Tech ×8Enterprise Software ×7SaaS ×6Deep Tech ×5Logistics & Supply Chain ×5Cleantech ×4Advanced Manufacturing ×3

HQs:United States×7Germany×3France×1United Kingdom×1Iceland×1Netherlands×1

Who they back

founder profiles across 10 portfolio companies
60%
solo founders
6 of 10 mapped founding teams
17%
repeat founders
of 12 founders with career history

Founding team size:solo founder×62 founders×13 founders×24+ founders×1

Where their founders studiedfrom 13 founders with education data

Stanford University ×2

What their founders studiedfrom 11 founders with field-of-study data

Engineering ×6Computer Science ×3Mathematics & Statistics ×2

Where their founders worked beforefrom 12 founders with career history

Stanford University ×2

Investments · 37 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2026 · 42025 · 32024 · 42023 · 52022 · 32021 · 12012 · 121 dated

Workivaworkiva.comNYSE: WKMar 2012

Workiva is a US public SaaS company providing a cloud platform for connected financial, regulatory, risk and ESG reporting.

Ames, US

Martin J Vanderploeg(Executive Officer, Director)Michael Sellberg(Executive Officer, Director)Matthew M Rizai(Executive Officer, Director)inJoseph H Howell(Executive Officer, Director)Jeff Trom(Founder)inJohn Stuart Miller(Executive Officer)in

Co-investorsFelicis Ventures

Material Evolutionmaterialevolution.cominJun 2023 · $19M✓ verified

Material Evolution produces ultra-low carbon cement replacements for concrete manufacturers, ready-mix producers, and construction companies seeking to reduce embodied carbon in their projects.

Circular EconomyCleantechConstruction TechNew Materials

Co-investorsNorrsken VCAt One VenturesHG VenturesPlayfair CapitalSkyRiver Ventures

Array Labsarraylabs.ioin𝕏Jan 2026 · $20M

Array Labs develops radar technology for aerospace and other leading industries.

Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace TechSan Francisco, US

Andrew Peterson(Founder)inJose Isaac Robledo(Founder)in

Co-investorsACVC PartnersAera VCClearance Venture PartnersDellin InvestmentsK Street CapitalLobster Capital+13 more

Arvistarvist.aiin𝕏Jul 2025

Arvist provides an AI platform for warehouse operations that integrates with existing systems to automate claims management, detect errors, and improve supply chain efficiency.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareIoTLogistics & Supply ChainWilmington, US

Nilay Parikh(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardWerner Stapela(Director)

Co-investorsChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)Geek VenturesIron PrairieNew Leaf InvestRackhouse Venture Management LpRebellion Ventures+10 more

Ascend Elementsascendelements.comSeries B · Apr 2021 · $20M

Westborough, US

Co-investorsAlumni VenturesAt One VenturesBasecamp FundBlue Ivy VenturesClean Energy VentureFoothill Ventures+7 more

AZXazx.ioin

AZX is an AI transformation engineering firm that builds tailored AI-enabled solutions and software for organizations in energy, real estate, supply chain, government, and other critical infrastructure industries.

AI & Machine LearningEnergyEnterprise Software

Richard Evans(Founder)in

Co-investorsAllen Institute for AI (AI2) IncubatorAscend Venture CapitalStepchangeAI2 IncubatorFounders' Co-opSFV

Backslashbackslash.securityin𝕏Series A · Feb 2026 · $19M

Backslash provides endpoint security and governance for autonomous AI agents running across enterprise devices and infrastructure.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise Software

Yossi Pik(Founder)inShahar Man(Founder)in

Co-investorsManiv MobilityStageOne Ventures

Beamupbeamup.ai

Beamup runs autonomous AI agents that detect, diagnose, and fix execution failures across the many operational systems used by D2C brands, marketplaces, and manufacturers.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainRetail Tech

Stephane Levyin

Co-investorsStageOne Ventures

Ecoworksecoworks.techinDec 2023

ecoworks is a general contractor for serial, energy-efficient renovation of existing residential buildings, using digital planning and industrially prefabricated facade, roof, and building-services modules (insulation, windows, ventilation, heat pumps, photovoltaics).

Emanuel Heisenberg(Founder)in

Co-investorsFranz Haniel & Cie. GmbHIsaiISAI GestionJLL Spark Global VenturesNovaco InvestPT1+3 more

Epochepoch.blueinMar 2026 · $12M

Epoch provides an API suite for supply chain platforms to normalize supplier data, validate facilities and plots, and generate sourcing intelligence including compliance, carbon, water, and biodiversity metrics.

AgTechAI & Machine LearningClimate TechData & InfrastructureLogistics & Supply Chain

Jinal Surti(Co-founder, CEO)in

Co-investorsBURNT ISLAND VENTURESMercy Corps VenturesAlphemy CapitalHappiness CapitalLeitmotifLongHash Ventures+2 more

Epoch Biodesign Websiteepochbiodesign.comin

Epoch Biodesign develops enzyme recycling technology powered by AI to break down plastic and textile waste into virgin-grade chemical building blocks.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechCircular EconomyClimate Tech

Jacobin

Co-investorsExtantia CapitalMundi VenturesLowercarbon CapitalAmadeus Capital PartnersAvonmore DevelopmentsCambridge Angels group+3 more

Findablefindable.noinSep 2024

Findable provides an AI-powered search and document management platform that makes building documentation searchable, structured, and audit-ready for property owners and facilities managers.

AI & Machine LearningPropTechSaaS

Fredrik Halmøy Wisløff(Founder)inSondre Malde Pedersen(Founder)in

Co-investorsPoint Nine

Found Energyfound.energyinSeed · Apr 2024 · $12M

Found Energy develops rechargeable metal fuels, specifically aluminum-based fuels, for industrial applications that cannot be reached by electrification, offering cost-parity alternatives to fossil fuels for heat and power generation.

CleantechClimate TechEnergyBoston, US

Peter Godart(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardTulay Farra(Director)Gadi Ruschin(Director)

Co-investorsAutodesk FoundationCollaborative FundGiTV, Inc.Good Growth CapitalJ-ImpactSur Ventures+1 more

Fruitcorefruitcore-robotics.comin

fruitcore robotics builds industrial robots and humanoid automation systems, including its Industrial Humanoid Platform for demanding manufacturing tasks such as assembly, handling, and quality inspection.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningHardwareRobotics

Jens Riegger(Founder)in

Co-investorsBLN CapitalCapricorn Venture PartnersMatterwave VenturesUVC PartnersCNB Capital

General Biotechnologiesgeneralbiotechnologies.com𝕏

Gemwin is an online gambling and betting platform offering sports betting, live casino, slot games, card games, mini games, and lottery products via website and mobile apps.

ConsumerGaming

Co-investorsDorm Room

Material Evolutionmaterialevolution.co.ukin𝕏Jun 2023 · $19M

Material Evolution develops low-carbon cement using a proprietary alkali fusion process that operates at ambient temperatures, significantly reducing emissions compared to conventional cement production.

Circular EconomyClimate TechNew MaterialsBelfast, GB

Elizabeth Gilligan(Founder)inSam Clark(Co-founder)in

Co-investorsTechstarsAt One VenturesNorrsken VCPlayfair CapitalSkyRiver Ventures

Material Evolutionmaterial-evolution.comJun 2023 · $19M

Dover, US

Elizabeth Gilligan(Executive Officer, Director)Samuel Clark(Director)Sukhjeevan Sunner(Director)

Co-investorsNorrsken VCAt One VenturesHG VenturesSkyRiver Ventures

Minutminut.comin𝕏Series B · Mar 2022 · $3M

Minut produces Internet of Things devices and software for managing shared properties such as multifamily housing and short-term rentals, helping operators monitor spaces and make decisions while protecting privacy.

Enterprise SoftwareIoTPropTechMalmö, SE

Nils Mattisson(Co-founder)inFredrik AhlberginMartin LööfinMarcus Ljungbladin

BoardHampus Jakobsson(Director)inTommi Uhari(Director)in

Co-investorsCuriosity VCKarma VenturesKPN VenturesAlmaz Capital

Modulizemodulize.cominSeed · Apr 2022 · $2M

Modulize offers a construction platform with tools for quantity takeoff, cost estimation, and 3D preview, and connects contractors to construction projects for submitting and receiving comparable bids.

B2B MarketplacesConstruction TechSaaS

Nala Earthnala.earthJan 2025

Nala provides crop risk intelligence for food and beverage procurement teams, combining satellite data, agronomic research, and weather modelling to deliver early warning of supply disruptions, price outlooks, and parametric insurance against weather-driven ingredient cost increases.

AgTechClimate TechInsurTechBerlin, DE

Nicolas Somogyi(Founder)in

Co-investorsIris CapitalFounderfulPale Blue Dot

Optimloptiml.comin

OptimL appears to provide decision intelligence and data services for real estate professionals including property owners, investors, portfolio managers, asset managers, and transaction managers.

AI & Machine LearningClimate TechCloud ComputingData & InfrastructureImpact & Social GoodPropTech

Co-investorsBitStone CapitalPlanet A VenturesInnovation Endeavors

Prewaveprewave.cominSeries A · Sep 2022 · $11M

Prewave provides supply chain risk management software that helps companies monitor suppliers for sustainability and resilience risks.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS

Lisa Smith(Founder)inHarald Nitschinger(Founder)in

Co-investorsaws GründungsfondsIsaiISAI GestionSeed+SpeedSpeedinvestVentech+5 more

Tibotibo.energyinSeed · Jun 2025 · $7M

Tibo Energy provides an autonomous energy management system (EMS) that forecasts price, weather, and consumption 48 hours ahead and recalculates a control schedule for a site's energy assets—such as EV chargers, solar panels, batteries, and boilers—every five minutes.

AI & Machine LearningCleantechEnergy

Co-investorsHitachi VenturesSET VenturesSpeedinvest

Timefoldtimefold.aiin𝕏Jun 2026 · $13M

Timefold builds AI-powered scheduling and operational planning software, delivered as APIs, that generates optimized, transparent, and adaptable schedules for teams managing workforce and field operations.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningClimate TechDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS

Geoffrey De Smet(Founder)in

Co-investorsSmartFinAlstin CapitalLakestar

Trebletreble.techinSeries A · Sep 2024 · $12M

Treble Technologies develops sound simulation software and technology for engineers and designers in AI, consumer electronics, built environments, and automotive sectors to optimize acoustic performance in product design.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechSaaSReykjavík, IS

Dr. Finnur Pind(CEO & Founder)Jesper Pedersen(Chief Engineer & Founder)inGunnar P. Hauksson(CCO & Co-Founder)inIngimar Andersen(CTO & Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsFrumtak VenturesPaladin Capital Group

Tynttynt.ioin

Tynt develops a patented Reversible Metal Electrodeposition (RME) platform for dynamic dimming and smart tinting of transparent surfaces, ranging from smart eyewear to building facades.

CleantechDeep TechHardwareNew MaterialsBoulder, US

Michael McGehee(Chief Scientist)Tyler Hernandez(CEO & Co-founder)inMichael Strand(Cofounder)inAmeen K. Saafir(President)inJohn Dwyer(COO + CPO)in

BoardSebastian Peck(Director)in

Co-investorsAvilaAzolla VenturesBuff Gold VenturesPrime Impact FundDisruptive VenturesGreycroft+3 more

Vizcabvizcab.ioinMay 2024

Vizcab provides a software platform for construction and real estate professionals to measure, optimize, and manage the carbon impact of building projects using life cycle assessment data and machine learning.

AI & Machine LearningClimate TechConstruction TechSaaSParis, FR

Thomas Jusselme(CEO & co-founder)inGuillaume Lafont(CSO & co-founder)in

Co-investorsBrick Mortar VenturesGlobal BrainRise PropTechnoa

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

AgainFound IndustriesGeneral BioHeliosMakersiteNeologicStructShareSustain LifeUmhUnknown

Exits · 1

1 IPOs

WorkivaNYSE: WK

Portfolio news

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Frequently asked questions

How many investments has KOMPAS VC made?
KOMPAS VC has 37 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited, including 8 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does KOMPAS VC invest at?
KOMPAS VC invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
What is KOMPAS VC's typical check size?
KOMPAS VC typically writes checks of $1.1M – $5.4M.
What sectors does KOMPAS VC focus on?
KOMPAS VC focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Construction Tech, Deep Tech, Energy, Hardware, Logistics & Supply Chain, New Materials, PropTech, SaaS.
Where is KOMPAS VC located?
KOMPAS VC is headquartered in Hørsholm, DK.
Does KOMPAS VC lead rounds?
KOMPAS VC typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Who does KOMPAS VC co-invest with?
KOMPAS VC most often shares deals with Isai, ISAI Gestion, Amadeus Capital Partners, among 53 tracked co-investors.

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Co-investors · 33

StageOne Ventures

StageOne Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that backs founders building enterprise and deep-technology companies, having invested across five funds.

Both backed · 2
$500K – $3.5M
Innovation Endeavors

Innovation Endeavors is an early-stage venture fund that invests in founders and supports venture creation through pre-team and pre-idea programs. The firm provides portfolio companies with access to mentors, advisors, and an entrepreneur ecosystem.

Both backed · 1
$1M – $15M
Fifth Wall

Fifth Wall is an investment firm focused on technology for the built environment (PropTech), backing startups that make the spaces where people live, work, and play smarter, safer, and more energy efficient.

Both backed · 1
Ascend Elements
$250K – $100M
Point Nine

Point Nine is an early-stage venture capital firm that has operated for nearly 15 years, emphasizing focus over scale.

Both backed · 1
$1M – $10M
Creandum

Creandum is a venture capital firm that invests in technology companies, backing them at early stages before their potential becomes widely obvious.

Both backed · 1
$216K – $8.6M
Amadeus Capital Partners

Amadeus Capital Partners is a technology investment firm that backs founders building complex, science-led and deep tech businesses, supporting them over the long term as they scale internationally.

$50K – $12.7M
Playfair Capital

Playfair Capital is a pre-seed technology investor operating as a generalist fund. The firm focuses on early-stage technology companies.

Both backed · 1
$130K – $1.9M
World Fund

World Fund is a climate tech venture capital firm that invests in startups with significant climate performance potential, using a proprietary science-based methodology to quantify potential CO2e savings.

Both backed · 1
$1.1M – $16.5M
Hitachi, Ltd.

Hitachi is a Japanese multinational conglomerate offering products and solutions across digital, energy, mobility, industry, measurement and analysis systems, life and ecosystem, and building systems, leveraging AI and digital technologies to accelerate DX for customers and society.

Both backed · 1
Ascend Elements
Founderful

Founderful is a pre-seed investment fund based in Switzerland.

Both backed · 1
$108K – $1.6M
Pale Blue Dot

Seed-stage ClimateTech venture fund investing in companies that reduce and reverse the effects of climate change. The firm typically wants 10% shareholding.

Both backed · 1
$200K – $2.2M
Maniv Mobility

Maniv Mobility is a venture capital firm focused on the transformation of transportation and the broader economy of movement, backing startups across energy transition and the digitization of automotive, transportation and logistics.

Both backed · 1
$2M – $126M
21 more co-investors

Khosla VenturesAtomicoCanaan PartnersSOSVDN CapitalM13EQT VenturesPareto HoldingsMS&AD Ventures7percent VenturesWorklife VenturesDig Ventures Management LimitedTrucks VCEpisode1BMW i VenturesCapnamicLifeline VenturesVerve VenturesFirst Rays Venture PartnersOutsized VenturesLightrock

Firms observed investing alongside KOMPAS VC, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with KOMPAS VC's recorded portfolio.

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