How many investments has Privilège Ventures made?

Privilège Ventures has 35 tracked investments.

What stage does Privilège Ventures invest at?

Privilège Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.

What is Privilège Ventures's typical check size?

Privilège Ventures typically writes checks of $100K – $1M.

What sectors does Privilège Ventures focus on?

Privilège Ventures focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Cybersecurity, Deep Tech, E-commerce, Energy, FoodTech, Healthtech, Medical Devices, New Materials, SaaS, Semiconductors, Travel & Hospitality.

Where is Privilège Ventures located?

Privilège Ventures is headquartered in Lugano, CH.

Does Privilège Ventures lead rounds?

Privilège Ventures typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.

Who does Privilège Ventures co-invest with?

Privilège Ventures most often shares deals with SICTIC, Dila Capital, Highland Europe, among 36 tracked co-investors.

Privilège Ventures

Venture capital

Lugano · Pre-Seed–Series A · 12 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Privilège Ventures backs early-stage technology companies with strong growth potential, focusing on HealthTech, DeepTech, ClimateTech, AgrifoodTech, and AI. The firm emphasizes long-term value creation and supports resilient, visionary entrepreneurs. It is a notable advocate for diverse founding and leadership teams, citing their track record of stronger performance and returns. Active in the Swiss and broader European venture ecosystem, the firm combines an entrepreneurial and impact-oriented investment approach.

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Pre-Seed–Series A

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$100K – $1M

Lugano, CH

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2021

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Team · 12 people

from the firm's website & curated & public directories

Jacqueline· Lugano, Ticino, Switzerlandin

Co-founder of Privilège Ventures (2021) with nearly three decades in private banking, asset management, and venture capital. She founded her own wealth management firm in 2011, entered VC in 2014, and mentors and serves on boards of technology and MedTech companies.

Ian McLennan· Founding Partner· London Area, United Kingdom

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Angelica Morrone· Partner & CIO· Lugano, Ticino, Switzerlandin

An investor and strategic advisor with an international career across investment banking, asset management, and venture capital. She founded her own US asset management firm in the late 1990s and brings expertise in asset allocation, portfolio construction, and private markets.

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Jacqueline Ruedin Rüsch· General Partner· Switzerlandin 𝕏

Jacqueline Ruedin Rüsch combines private banking, family-office advisory and venture experience to advise founders and wealthy families, deliberately focusing on female-led and mixed-gender teams as a performance-driven strategy.

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Haena Kim· Venture Partner· Geneva, Geneva, Switzerlandin

A global finance and investment professional with over a decade of experience across Asia, Europe, the US, and Africa. She supports venture sourcing, fundraising, and ecosystem development, focusing on connecting European and Asian innovation ecosystems.

Mershad Javan· Venture Partner· Switzerlandin 𝕏

A serial entrepreneur and investor with over two decades building technology companies internationally, including music tech platform Octiive. He brings operational and board-level expertise and a founder-first mindset to early-stage companies.

Didier Denat· Chairman of the Board· Zollikon, Zurich, Switzerlandin

A senior finance executive with over 30 years in corporate finance, private equity, and governance. Formerly a member of the Executive Board of Credit Suisse Switzerland and Head of Corporate & Investment Banking, he provides strategic oversight and expertise in alternative investments.

Elisabeth Aloy· Advisor· Zurich, Switzerlandin

A growth strategy consultant, neuroscientist, and innovation expert focused on scaling Life Sciences and HealthTech companies. She advises BioTech, MedTech, and healthcare organizations on strategic growth and commercialization.

Marco Nannini· Board Member· Milan, Lombardy, Italyin

An entrepreneur, investor, and sustainability advocate and former executive at Microsoft and Digital Equipment Corporation. An active angel and impact investor backing over 30 startups in ClimateTech, Mobility, HealthTech, and digital innovation.

Nicole Schimenti· Business Operations Manager· Lugano, Ticino, Switzerlandin

Oversees business operations at Privilège Ventures, coordinating internal processes, strategic initiatives, and community activities while supporting the firm's daily operations and network.

Sarah Clatterbuck· Advisor· Switzerlandin

A senior technology executive and engineering leader who served as Senior Director of Engineering at YouTube Shopping and Site Lead for Google Zürich, with prior leadership roles at LinkedIn, Yahoo!, and Apple. She advises on technology strategy and platform-driven business models.

Pascal Koenig· Scout· Zurich, Switzerlandin 𝕏

Pascal Koenig is a serial entrepreneur in digital health who began his career as a strategy consultant at McKinsey before founding three digital health startups. He currently serves as Co-Founder and Executive Chair at Malaica, his fourth venture, which focuses on digital health solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa.

What they invest in

from 27 of 35 portfolio companies

Hardware ×9Deep Tech ×8Medical Devices ×7AI & Machine Learning ×6Biotech ×6Healthtech ×5SaaS ×5Consumer ×4

HQs:Switzerland×14Germany×2United States×2France×1Italy×1

Who they back

founder profiles across 14 portfolio companies

50%

solo founders

7 of 14 mapped founding teams

33%

repeat founders

of 21 founders with career history

Founding team size:solo founder×72 founders×53 founders×14+ founders×1

Where their founders studiedfrom 18 founders with education data

EPFL ×4ETH Zürich ×4IMD ×3ESME, école d'ingénieurs généraliste ×2Massachusetts Institute of Technology ×2

What their founders studiedfrom 19 founders with field-of-study data

Engineering ×8Business & Management ×6Computer Science ×2Economics ×2

9 founders hold a PhD · 1 hold an MBA (of 20 with degree data)

Investments · 35 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2024 · 1 2022 · 3 2021 · 1 2020 · 1 2019 · 1 2018 · 29 dated

Xsensioxsensio.com✓ verified

Xsensio develops wearable biosensor systems that continuously monitor physiological parameters to detect health risks in real-time.

Deep TechHardwareHealthtechMedical DevicesLausanne, CH

Esmeralda(CEO & Co-founder)Adrian(Co-founder & CSO)Karin Jaymes(Co-founder)

Co-investorsWI Harper Group DART Labs

8 Flow Agency8flow.agency in

A communication and branding agency that develops brand strategies, positioning, and visual and verbal identity for businesses.

AdTechMarketing Tech

Adipossadiposs.com inSeed · Jan 2022 · $2M

Adiposs develops ImageBAT, a contrast agent for medical imaging of brown fat that can identify patients at increased cancer risk and with higher treatment failure risk.

BiotechDigital HealthMedical Devices

Duc Tran(Chief Development Officer)

Co-investorsKickfund

AgroSustainagrosustain.ch in 𝕏

AgroSustain develops pre- and post-harvest solutions for agricultural growers aimed at increasing crop yield and quality while reducing chemical use and preserving biodiversity.

AgTechBiotechClimate Tech

Olga Dubey(Founder)in

Co-investorsSICTIC

Annaidaannaida.ch in

ANNAIDA develops non-invasive technology to analyze cellular chemistry and metabolic properties without damaging microscopic life.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechFemTechMedical Devices

Co-investorsClub degli Investitori Excellis Holding

Avelolifeavelolife.com in 𝕏

Avelo develops diagnostic technology aimed at closing the diagnostic gap in respiratory disease, so patients receive timely and accurate information for effective treatment.

BiotechDigital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices

Co-investorsOCCIDENT

Bin1 ATEbin1ate.comJul 2018

Ashland, US

George D'Arbeloff(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Vahram Erdekian(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Todd Smathers(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Barry Blancha(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Julie Holland(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Paul Blondin(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)

Biospectalbiospectal.com in 𝕏

Biospectal develops OptiBP, a smartphone app that measures and tracks blood pressure using a fingertip on the phone's camera, allowing users to record BP history and share it with doctors.

AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtech

Co-investorsAEON Foundry

By Hoursbyhours.com in 𝕏

ByHours is an online platform for booking hotel rooms by the hour with flexible check-in times, allowing customers to pay only for the time they use and access hotel amenities such as spa and pool.

ConsumerMarketplacesTravel & Hospitality

Guillermo Gaspart(Founder)in

Co-investorsAxon Partners Group Capria Ventures Dila Capital HOWZAT Partners Scale Lab Andorra

Creoptixcreoptix.com in 𝕏

Creoptix, a Malvern Panalytical brand, develops bioanalytical instruments for molecular interaction analysis, including its WAVE biosensor system for real-time kinetics and affinity studies of molecules such as small molecules, peptides, and proteins.

BiotechDeep TechHardwareMedical DevicesNew MaterialsWädenswil, CH

Kaspar Cottier(Founder)in

Co-investorsStartAngels Network

Cyltroniccyltronic.ch in

Cyltronic builds IO-Link servo actuators — linear axes and electric cylinders that integrate a servo controller, servo motor, and ball screw in a single all-in-one device.

Advanced ManufacturingHardwareRobotics

Daniel Baumann(Founder)in

Deliveroodeliveroo.it 𝕏

Deliveroo operates a food and grocery delivery marketplace connecting customers, restaurants and supermarkets, and delivery riders, using its own logistics technology to fulfill orders.

FoodTechLogistics & Supply ChainMarketplaces

Will Shu(Founder & CEO)

Co-investorsAccel Greenoaks Hoxton Ventures Index Ventures

Distalmotiondistalmotion.com in 𝕏

Distalmotion develops DEXTER, a surgical robotics system for minimally invasive procedures such as hernia repair, cholecystectomy, and hysterectomy, used by surgeons and clinical teams.

HealthtechMedical DevicesRoboticsLausanne, CH

Co-investors415 Capital 4see Ventures Zühlke Ventures

Enantiosenantios.com in 𝕏Seed · Jun 2024 · $2M

Enantios provides structural measurement services for molecules and proteins, as well as selling ROA (Raman Optical Activity) instruments for molecular characterization.

BiotechDeep TechHardwareSwitzerland, CH

Roman Wyss(CEO Co-Founder)in Monika Dengler(CTO Co-Founder)in

Geo Satisgeo-satis.com in 𝕏

GEO-SATIS builds satellite-based electronic monitoring technology, including GPS ankle bracelets and tracking systems used for offender monitoring, quarantine enforcement, and alternatives to incarceration.

Enterprise SoftwareGovTechHardwareIoT

Gondola Medicalgondola-medical.com

Neurological mobility therapy (Medtech, Switzerland)

Hydromeahydromea.com inJul 2021

Hydromea builds AI-powered autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), robotic swarms, and high-bandwidth wireless communication systems for monitoring and collecting data from submerged infrastructure.

EnergyIoTRobotics

Alexander Bahr(Founder)in Felix Schill(Founder)in

Co-investorsSICTIC

IDUN Technologiesiduntechnologies.ch

IDUN Technologies makes in-ear EEG earbuds that record brain (EEG) and movement (IMU) data while also functioning as audio earbuds, paired with SDKs, APIs, and apps for developers and researchers.

Deep TechHardwareWellness & Fitness

Co-investorsSerpentine Ventures

Iduntechnologiesiduntechnologies.com in 𝕏

IDUN Technologies develops brain-computer interface devices that collect and process cognitive and emotional data to promote wellbeing.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardwareHealthtechIoTMedical DevicesWellness & FitnessZurich, DE

Séverine Gisin in Moritz Thielen(CTO)in Simon Bachmann(CEO)inSéverine Chardonnens(CCO, former CTO)

Co-investorsJoyance Partners

INERGIOinergio.ch in

INERGIO builds compact propane-powered solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) systems that provide autonomous off-grid electricity for remote and mission-critical operations such as surveillance trailers, traffic management, and oil and gas sites.

CleantechEnergyHardware

Mahmoud Hadad(Founder)in

Co-investorsStartAngels Network

Keyless Technologieskeyless.io in 𝕏Jun 2019

PingOne Recognize is a biometric authentication platform that uses zero-knowledge cryptography to enable secure identity verification and re-authentication while preserving privacy.

CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareSaaSLondon

Fabian Eberle(Founder)inAndrea Carmignani(Director)Lucio De Constanzo(Director)

BoardMiko Matsumura(Director)

Co-investorsBlockchain Valley Ventures, Llc Kickstart Innovation Loyal VC Blockchain Valley Ventures AG gumi Cryptos Capital (gCC)P101 Ventures +2 more

Miro Analyticalmiro-analytical.com in 𝕏

MIRO manufactures laser-based gas analyzers that use mid-infrared spectroscopy to simultaneously measure up to 10 greenhouse gases and air pollutants with high precision.

CleantechClimate TechDeep TechHardwareSwitzerland, CH

Mister B&Bmisterbandb.com in 𝕏Apr 2020

misterb&b is an online booking platform for LGBTQ+ travelers, connecting them with gay-friendly hosts, private stays, rooms, and hotels across 200 countries.

ConsumerE-commerceMarketplacesTravel & HospitalitySan Francisco, FR

Matthieu Jost(Executive Officer, Director)inFrancois De Landes(Executive Officer, Director)inJulien Delonin Marc Dedonder in Matthieu JOST inMarc Delonder(Executive Officer, Director)

Co-investors500 Global Project A Ventures Wind Venture Wefunder

OUTFITTERYoutfittery.de

Outfittery is a personal styling service that curates clothing selections from over 150 brands and delivers them to customers who only pay for items they choose to keep.

ConsumerE-commerceMarketplacesBerlin, DE

Julia Bösch(Founder)in

Co-investorsHighland Europe HV Capital Mangrove Capital Partners Northzone 10x Group Acurio Ventures +4 more

Quantumsilquantumsilicon.com

QSi (Quantum Silicon) develops atomic-scale silicon quantum chips that perform "field controlled computing" by rearranging electrons within single-atom silicon quantum dots instead of using transistors.

Deep TechQuantum ComputingSemiconductors

Robert A. Wolkow(CTO)in

Co-investorsInnovative Solutions Canada Startup TNT

ScanTrustscantrust.com in 𝕏

Scantrust provides cloud-based connected packaging solutions that use QR codes to help companies authenticate products, combat counterfeiting, and improve supply chain transparency.

Circular EconomyConsumerLogistics & Supply ChainRetail TechSaaSLausanne, CH

Nathan J. Anderson(Co-founder & CEO)in Justin Picard(Co-founder & CTO)in

Co-investorsBeast Ventures Bright Pixel Capital Security Leadership Capital Credit Suisse

Siftsift.com in 𝕏

Sift provides an AI-powered platform for fraud prevention and risk decisioning that helps digital businesses detect and manage online fraud.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Jason Tan(Founder/CEO)in

Co-investorsInsight Partners Stripes Spark Capital FINTOP Capital Flucas Ventures Forefront Venture +6 more

Smeetzsmeetz.com in 𝕏Series A · May 2022 · $4M

Smeetz is an AI-native management platform for visitor attractions that combines ticketing, POS, payments, dynamic pricing, marketing automation, and analytics in one connected system.

AI & Machine LearningRetail TechSaaS

Alexandre Martin(Founder)in

Co-investorsSICTIC

Sonixappsonixapp.com in 𝕏

Sonix is a platform for the gaming community that combines ultra-low-latency voice, competitive tournaments, and 3D identity features.

AI & Machine LearningGamingSaaSSocial

Nicolas Abeléin Olivier Müller in

Co-investorsACE & Company

Other

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

LevyLookiero Outfittery GroupMiroSnowcookieSonixTYXIT

Portfolio news

latest coverage across their companies

Adiposs SA Secures CHF 4 Million in Series A Funding to Advance First-in-Class Contrast Agent for Brown Fat into Proof-of-Principle Clinical Development - Adiposs

Adiposs · adiposs.com · Jun 30, 2025

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Privilège Ventures made?: Privilège Ventures has 35 tracked investments.
What stage does Privilège Ventures invest at?: Privilège Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
What is Privilège Ventures's typical check size?: Privilège Ventures typically writes checks of $100K – $1M.
What sectors does Privilège Ventures focus on?: Privilège Ventures focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Cybersecurity, Deep Tech, E-commerce, Energy, FoodTech, Healthtech, Medical Devices, New Materials, SaaS, Semiconductors, Travel & Hospitality.
Where is Privilège Ventures located?: Privilège Ventures is headquartered in Lugano, CH.
Does Privilège Ventures lead rounds?: Privilège Ventures typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Who does Privilège Ventures co-invest with?: Privilège Ventures most often shares deals with SICTIC, Dila Capital, Highland Europe, among 36 tracked co-investors.

Co-investors · 3

b2venture

b2venture is an early-stage investment firm that backs innovative startups and founding teams from the earliest stages, building trust-based partnerships and supporting portfolio companies through their challenges.

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TYXIT

$270K – $5.4M

Speedinvest

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$5M – $30M

Nucleus Capital

Nucleus Capital is a thesis-driven early-stage venture firm that backs technical founders building companies in programmable biology, food technology, and industrial systems.

$1M – $1.1M

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