Creandum

We’re Creandum, a leading European early-stage venture capital firm backing the world’s most ambitious founders building category-defining tech companies. Founded in 2003 by Staffan Helgesson, we back teams from seed to IPO and beyond, helping them scale globally with patient, long-term partnerships. We operate hubs in Stockholm, Berlin, London, and San Francisco, giving our portfolio teams boots on the ground in Europe and the United States. Over the past two decades we’ve built a generational franchise, backing iconic companies such as Spotify, Klarna, Depop, iZettle, Bolt, Trade Republic, Lovable, and many others. Our approach combines hands-on support from operators, investors, and specialists with an extensive network to accelerate growth, talent, and go-to-market capabilities. We emphasize global ambition, collaboration, and product excellence, while maintaining a mindful, founder-first culture. We believe the best product wins and that great people, clear strategy, and disciplined execution are what enable category-defining companies to reach international scale.

In our 20-year journey, Creandum has raised multiple funds totaling over 1.7 billion USD and invested in more than 130 Seed and Series A companies. One in six portfolio companies has reached unicorn status, reflecting our ability to spot and support high-potential teams early. Our geographic footprint includes hubs in Stockholm, Berlin, London, and San Francisco, underscoring our commitment to helping European founders build global businesses. We share insights through our stories, perspectives, and portfolio reflections, and we remain focused on long-term partnerships that endure through market cycles. If you’re a founder with a bold vision and a desire to scale internationally, we’re here to help you navigate the path from idea to impact.