As we step into the beginning of 2025, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on 2024 and everything we’ve accomplished. Below, we’ve highlighted our key milestones! Click here to read more about our highlights.
Rebranding from ECG Ventures to Value Factory
In April, we proudly announced the rebranding of ECG Ventures to Value Factory. This change reflects our mission to act as a true factory of value creation for the startups and scale-ups we support. Our new identity emphasizes our commitment to providing more than just capital — we offer guidance, expertise, and a network to help our portfolio companies thrive. This shift represents who we are today: hands-on investors who are deeply involved in fostering the growth and success of sustainable and innovative businesses. Alongside this rebranding, we have also sharply defined what drives us: combating climate change and enhancing food security. These principles are at the core of our investment focus, ensuring that we support startups and scale-ups developing impactful solutions in these critical areas.
7 New and Follow Up Investments
Our portfolio continues to grow as we have made a total of seven new investments and follow-up investments in companies. These investments reflect our ongoing commitment to backing innovative and impactful startups and helping promising current portfolio companies scale their impact through strategic guidance and additional funding.
€8M+ New Capital
Value Factory has successfully secured €3M in Seed Capital Funding from RVO, alongside more than €5M in private investments from our trusted network of investors. This significant milestone reflects the confidence our investors have in our mission to support early-stage startups. The combination of public and private funding enables Value Factory to expand its portfolio, provide targeted support to startups and create impact. The trust from our investors strengthens our ability to identify and invest in promising startups that contribute to a more sustainable future.
New Office
In October, Value Factory Ventures relocated to a remarkable new space: Van Gelder Experience in Ridderkerk. Van Gelder is a typical Dutch, yet ultra-modern supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables, with a mission to make the Netherlands healthier and more sustainable through food. Their facility stands as one of the most sustainable new buildings in the country. This aligns perfectly with Value Factory’s mission to combat climate change and enhance food security. Plus, it’s a wonderfully spacious and light-filled place to work.
Our First Exit
We are proud to have realized our first exit! Value Factory has successfully sold a portion of our shares in WeDoDigital (WDD) to Nector Holdings. This exit showcases our ability to create value and deliver returns to our stakeholders while supporting our portfolio companies in reaching new heights.
Welcoming Five New Value Makers
We are delighted to have welcomed four new members to the Value Factory team in 2024. Martijn, Ishani, Jolanda and Milon have joined us as our newest Value Makers, each bringing their unique expertise and energy to our mission.
