Northstar Ventures

Northstar Ventures is a UK-based venture capital firm investing in early and later-stage high-growth companies addressing global challenges, with a focus on climate tech and healthy ageing. They believe innovation and capital can be harnessed to create a positive impact for people and the planet. They partner with companies and investors that are not only driven by financial success but also by a desire to make a real difference. They offer more than just funding: they provide expertise, experience, and a powerful network to help their portfolio companies grow and achieve lasting impact.

Rooted in the north of England, they have a global outlook and a unique perspective and approach. They are committed to supporting businesses that can create positive change on a local, national, and global scale. If you’re an entrepreneur developing solutions with the potential to make a real difference or an investor looking to back companies with high growth potential, they’d love to hear from you. Their funds include the EIS Growth Fund, Innovation Fund, Social Investment Fund, and Venture Sunderland Fund. They work with companies like Advanced Electric Machines, Low Carbon Materials, and Nunabio. They have a strong track record of investing in, growing, and exiting companies in sectors such as clean tech and healthy ageing.

They have invested over £100m into start-ups, early-stage businesses, and high-impact social enterprises. Their investment managers have a wealth of experience supporting new and growing businesses and bring commercial and operational experience, PhDs and MBAs, international careers, and even a micro-business or two. They are one of the UK’s leading regional VCs, focusing on supporting businesses based in the North East and delivering impact locally. They have built a highly experienced team of investment professionals and are committed to supporting businesses that can create positive change on a local, national, and global scale. They are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.