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INVESTMENT STATS

HOW WE INVEST

PHASE 1

Selection
(Up to 3 months)

Our rigorous selection process brings together 70+ industry experts and a top-tier investment team to evaluate each round of applications.

PHASE 2

Decelera Program
(10 days)

Selected startups join our 10-day program in Menorca and gain access to key experts and potential investment opportunities.

PHASE 3

Final Decision
(Avg. 2 months)

As the final step in the evaluation phase, we conduct Final Due Diligence to ensure that the selected startups are viable and primed for growth.

PHASE 4

Investment

The companies where we all find a clear match receive their seed funding.

PHASE 5

Post-investment

We actively support our companies by acting as a fourth founder and providing follow-on investments of up to €2 million for top performers.

WHO WE INVEST IN

Mission-driven tech companies

Market-ready tech solutions that actively address current challenges faced by the planet.

Southern Europe

Our fund focuses on potential unicorns, which are rapidly increasing in the region.

Pre-seed & Seed stage

An attractive competitive niche in which we can maximize impact and returns through our signature program and hands-on support.

Serial founders

Exceptionally bold, experienced, and driven entrepreneurs who align with our mission of making the world a better place.

Ready to dive into the Decelera experience and achieve sustainable growth?

Apply to our program ➔

ABOUT THE FUND

At Decelera Ventures, our vision is to invest in mission-driven startups that deliver impact and create long-term value.

We have secured commitments of €38 million for our fund. Since we launched, we have invested in 24 companies, offering investment tickets of up to €300,000, and follow-on investments of up to €2 million for top performers.

Decelera Ventures is a fund managed by Sancus Capital Group, which oversees a $2.5 billion portfolio across Europe and LATAM spanning five key sectors: sustainable energy, hospitality, private equity, real estate, and venture capital.