SHIFT Invest

SHIFT Invest is a Dutch environmental impact venture capital fund that focuses on investing in early stage innovations with positive environmental impact and strong financial returns. The fund targets sectors such as food & agriculture, green industries, energy transition, and sustainable mobility & logistics. They aim to support and grow promising start-ups and scale-ups by leveraging their extensive network and broad expertise gained through years of experience in various industries. The firm’s approach is highly hands-on and active, often taking a lead or co-lead role in investments. Their involvement starts from the initial contact—discussing the company’s value proposition, accomplishments, future plans, and funding needs—followed by a detailed analysis, due diligence, and agreement on transaction documents before finalizing the investment. Once invested, SHIFT Invest assists portfolio companies with regular management interaction, strategic support, and market intelligence to accelerate growth. They also work closely with entrepreneurial teams to refine strategic decisions and unlock additional opportunities through their network. SHIFT Invest values long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships built on qualities such as analytical rigor, reliability, and professionalism. They are committed to supporting their portfolio companies not only by providing funding but also by facilitating connections and partnerships that help these companies achieve commercial growth and sustainable impact. The investment strategy includes planning for a realistic exit within 4-7 years, preferably through a 100% sale, ensuring both impact and returns. Overall, SHIFT Invest is dedicated to making a real environmental and financial impact by fostering innovation and sustainable growth among the companies they invest in, making them a trusted and valuable partner in the sectors they excel in.