Marktlink Capital Secures €80M for Second VC Fund-of-Funds

Amsterdam-based investment firm Marktlink Capital announced on Monday that it has successfully closed the subscription for its second venture capital fund-of-funds, raising €80 million from approximately 150 private investors within six months. This milestone follows the rapid success of the company's first fund, launched in 2022, which was also fully subscribed within a similar timeframe.

The second fund has attracted a significant number of repeat investors who had previously participated in the first fund, drawn by the firm's access to premier venture capital funds across Europe and North America. Bouke Marsman, a partner at Marktlink Capital, highlighted the appeal of top-performing funds, noting, "There are thousands of VC funds, but only a few consistently perform well." He further explained that in the venture capital landscape, successful funds tend to maintain their performance year after year, with "85 per cent of Unicorns (companies valued over a billion) owned by just 5% of the funds."

Marktlink Capital was established through the merger of Marktlink Investment Partners and Welt Ventures. The firm provides entrepreneurs and private investors with access to private equity and venture capital funds in both Europe and North America. The company strategically considers broader technological trends when constructing its portfolio, with a particular focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Marsman elaborated on this focus, stating, "With an investment in Saga Ventures, a fund specializing in AI led by Max Altman, and in funds backing the European AI champion Mistral, we aim to reflect this trend in our portfolio." The company's team comprises approximately 35 full-time employees with specialized knowledge and experience in private equity and venture capital.

To date, Marktlink Capital has secured more than €1.5 billion in committed capital, predominantly from Dutch entrepreneurs. The firm boasts over 300 employees and manages around 150 deals per year, underscoring its deep understanding of the pivotal role private equity and venture capital play in business development and growth.

Marsman pointed out the rarity of achieving Unicorn status, noting, "Only 0.5 per cent of companies grow into Unicorns, but ten companies in our portfolio have achieved that status. This is relatively high, especially considering we’ve only been operating for a year and a half. The results so far are in line with our expectations."

Marktlink Capital continues to draw attention with its emphasis on technological advancements and AI trends. The firm's commitment to sustainable and profitable investments is evident in its carefully curated portfolio and the impressive performance of its funds. By providing investors with access to leading venture capital opportunities, Marktlink Capital positions itself as a significant player in the investment landscape.

In summary, the successful closing of Marktlink Capital's second venture capital fund-of-funds at €80 million marks a significant achievement for the Amsterdam-based firm. With a strong team and a strategic focus on technological trends, the company is well-positioned to continue delivering exceptional value to its investors and contributing to the growth of innovative businesses in Europe and North America.