finance&invest.brussels

Established in 1984 by the Brussels-Capital Region, finance&invest.brussels is a public investment company dedicated to supporting the development of Brussels-based companies. It offers a range of financial solutions tailored to the needs of entrepreneurs at pivotal moments, such as business creation, development, innovation, internationalization, environmental transition, or succession planning. These solutions include equity investments, mezzanine financing, convertible loans, standard loans, co-financing arrangements, and guarantees.

Operating as a venture capital firm, finance&invest.brussels invests in companies across various stages—from seed to growth—within sectors like business services, consumer products, information technology, healthcare, and more. The firm's primary shareholders are the Brussels-Capital Region and a consortium of banks and insurance companies. A dedicated team of approximately 30 professionals focuses on supporting the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the region.

Over the years, finance&invest.brussels has made over 100 investments, contributing to the growth and success of numerous companies in the Brussels-Capital Region. Its approach emphasizes a lasting and constructive partnership with portfolio companies, aiming to generate a return on investment while fostering value creation for the region, including job creation and enhanced reputation. The organization has a track record of successful exits, such as its investment in data-governance specialist Collibra, which became the first Belgian unicorn.