Highland Europe

Highland Europe is a growth-stage venture capital firm specializing in European internet, mobile, and software companies. Established in 2012, the firm focuses on backing exceptional, founder-led teams aiming to build category-defining businesses. Highland Europe has raised over €2.75 billion across multiple funds, with its fifth fund closing at €1 billion in January 2023. The firm operates from offices in London and Geneva, providing strategic capital and expertise to support promising businesses at critical phases of development.

The firm's investment strategy targets companies with annual recurring revenues exceeding €10 million, demonstrating clear product-market fit and compelling unit economics. Highland Europe typically invests between €20 million and €80 million, serving as both lead and co-investor across funding rounds. Their portfolio includes notable companies such as Adjust, AMCS, Camunda, ContentSquare, Descartes, Deepki, EGYM, Featurespace, GetYourGuide, Huel, Jellysmack, Malwarebytes, MatchesFashion, Me+Em, Nexthink, Podimo, Spot, Supermetrics, WeTransfer, Wolt, and Zwift. The firm maintains a patient capital approach, typically holding investments for 5-7 years to support sustainable growth rather than pursuing quick exits.

Highland Europe distinguishes itself through a patient capital approach, typically maintaining investment positions for 5-7 years to support sustainable growth rather than pursuing quick exits. The firm actively assists portfolio companies with international expansion strategies, particularly into North American markets, leveraging its connection to the broader Highland Capital network. With multiple funds under management totaling over €1 billion in assets, Highland Europe has established itself as a premier growth-stage investor in the European technology ecosystem, consistently delivering strong returns while helping transform regional champions into global category leaders.