20 Ventures

20v.it

20V invests in foundational technologies solving 'hard problems' that create paradigm shifts—specifically pre-seed to late seed stage ventures across AI-powered platforms, B2B SaaS, HR Tech, Next-Gen Commerce, and Deep Tech. Their investment thesis centers on three converging revolutions amplified by AI: Deep Tech (net-zero transition), Physical-Digital Interface (spatial computing), and Programmable Biology.

Check Size

$60K - $150K

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed

Focus Areas

Ai Ml, Enterprise Saas, Hrtech

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Investment Thesis

20V has designed a ‘third path’ between traditional VC and pure venture building: strategic minority investment combined with operational co-building. Rather than taking majority control or simply providing capital and advice, they retain founders’ control and ownership while providing access to frameworks, expertise, and networks typically reserved for majority stakeholders. Their philosophy is rooted in the belief that ‘the skills that identify high-potential investments are the same ones that drive successful business transformations,’ operating across both investment and advisory domains to deliver differentiated value.

What Sets Them Apart

Hybrid VC-VB model combining capital with hands-on operational execution rather than traditional passive LP structure
Proprietary nine-pillar assessment framework with quantitative scoring (80/100+ threshold for investment consideration)
Guaranteed personalized feedback for all applicants, demonstrating commitment beyond traditional fund rejections
Founder retains control and ownership while gaining institutional-level support
Proven track record: evolved from family holding (2019-2022) deploying proprietary capital through model validation with exits (Mnemonica), now scaling to €30M fund
Systematic evaluation of 200+ pitches monthly to build concentrated portfolio of 40 elite companies by 2026
Dual-mode platform combining venture capital with advisory services (20VA) across startups, SMEs, and enterprises