Félix Arias Gabasa

Provides research and development services to the pharmaceutical sector

Functions as a College/University

Develops and provides cloud-based telecommunications software solutions

HG BcnHighgrowth invests in early-stage, small and medium-sized companies with growth potential. They target innovative businesses across sectors, primarily in Spain and Europe with a strong focus on the Catalonia region. The firm invests in knowledge-based sectors such as technology, telecommunications, software, environmental services, biotechnology and microelectronics, avoiding the financial and real estate sectors. HG BcnHighgrowth invests EUR 300 thousand to 2.5 million in companies with EUR 100 thousand to 50 million in turnover. Investment criteria include a clear strategy, product originality, unique selling points, a driven management team, demonstrated growth potential and exit visibility. The firm generally acquires minority stakes and seeks board representation. They provide business support services in addition to capital. Their strategy includes promoting international expansion of their investee companies. Their targeted exit horizon is three to six years.

Nekko Capital SGEIC SA is an active manager which invests in companies located in Barcelona, Madrid and London. It provides financing for seed and early capital requirements and focuses on sectors such as the technology and consumer services.