CoFounder
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Investor type
PE / VC
Founded
2010
AUM
$40 M
Location
Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway
Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026
Profile
CoFounder is a management and investment company based in Trondheim, focused on early-stage B2B technology startups. We work with spin-offs from research and industrial companies, as well as independent entrepreneurs.
We are experienced entrepreneurs and business developers who provide hands-on management and pre-seed/seed capital. We can become part of the leadership team and go all in on every engagement.
We are passionate about turning visionary ideas into scalable businesses, and we love working with ambitious founders who want to make a real impact.
Industry
CoFounder Funds
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Såkorn 1 Midt Fund
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Business Services (B2B)
Financial Services
Fintech
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
Industrial
CleanTech
HealthTech
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Pre-seed
Seed
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$26 M
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June 2019
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FAQs about CoFounder
Is CoFounder a venture capital or private equity firm?
CoFounder is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B, Seed, Series A and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Where is CoFounder located?
CoFounder is located in Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway.
When was CoFounder founded?
CoFounder was founded in 2010.
What sectors and industries does CoFounder invest in?
CoFounder invests in companies and startups in E-commerce/Marketplace, Internet and Web Services, Mobile/Apps, SaaS, Consumer Services (B2C), Other, Technology, Music, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Healthcare Services, Robotics, Software, Energy, HealthTech, Business Services (B2B), Industrial, CleanTech.
What is CoFounder geographical focus of investments?
CoFounder invests in companies and startups in North America.
At what stages of companies and startups does CoFounder typically invest in?
CoFounder invests in companies and startups at Series B, Seed, Series A, Late Stage (Series C+).
What is the usual amount of CoFounder investment?
CoFounder usually invests $10-50 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for CoFounder?
CoFounder has around $40m assets under management.
When was CoFounder last fund created?
CoFounder last fund was created/launched in 2019-06-05
What are the contacts of CoFounder?
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