Creative Capital Ventures Unveils €18M Fund to Transform Tech and Digital Media Sectors
Lisbon and London-based venture studio Creative Capital Ventures (CCV) has launched a new investment fund.
The fund combines substantial financial backing with strategic growth support for early-stage tech companies and intellectual property (IP) acquisitions.
To date, €18 million has been committed by institutional and private investors, including Saratoga Capital and Anthill Ventures. The target is €50 million by the end of Q1 2025.
The first round of capital will be deployed by the end of 2024, with plans for 18 initial and 11 follow-on investments.
The fund will support startups across key sectors such as technology, digital media, and innovative consumer products. The CCV team has impacted 150 startups, including founding 20 companies and securing six exits.
John Darling, a key figure at Creative Capital Ventures, shared his enthusiasm
We’re excited to launch this fund, which will provide essential capital and scaling support for innovative startups. We aim to drive long-term success for ambitious entrepreneurs.
Focusing on high-growth sectors undergoing significant disruption, such as sports tech, media, entertainment, and lifestyle (health and wellness), the fund aims to invest strategically in early-stage tech companies and IP acquisitions. CCV sees lucrative opportunities in these industries by blending venture-like returns with stable investments.
Creative Capital Ventures aims to deliver impressive returns while mitigating risk through stable asset acquisitions and targeted early-stage tech and IP investments. Darling noted that several high-profile companies have already secured term sheets, underscoring the fund’s strong potential.
Rich Britton, leading the fund’s creative initiatives, highlighted the importance of IP, particularly in immersive entertainment and music rights:
Our fund supports IP-driven ventures, especially those creating immersive experiences and leveraging music rights. This investment is timely, as these areas are ripe for growth and offer transformative opportunities for creators and consumers alike.
Dominic Joseph, overseeing operations, discussed the role of Pivotal, one of CCV’s venture studios, in executing the fund’s strategy:
Through Pivotal, we’re adopting a hands-on approach to accelerate startups. Our team will provide continuous, tactical support—from strategic planning to operational execution—to ensure our investments are positioned for sustainable growth.
The launch of CCV’s new investment fund marks a major milestone in venture capital. It blends traditional investment strategies with innovative growth mechanisms to cultivate the next generation of market leaders.
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