DSW Ventures
VC
2019
$24 M
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Profile
DSW Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, England, founded in 2019. The firm is led by Keith Benson, a former software engineer and corporate finance adviser, and operates with a small, agile team. DSW Ventures is part of DSW Capital plc and focuses on providing hands-on support to its portfolio companies, distinguishing itself through quick decision-making and extensive guidance.
The firm invests in start-up and early-stage companies across the UK, with a focus on software, spin-outs, and consumer businesses. Typical investment rounds range from £100,000 to £3 million, and they participate in SEIS and EIS tax reliefs. DSW Ventures is backed by British Business Investments, family offices, and angel investors, facilitating over £24 million in venture funding.
Notable investments include companies such as Voxshell - other commercial services, Nexco.ai - business/productivity software, Northern Light Microscopy - electronic equipment and instruments, ROXFIT - information services (B2C), and 4D Medicine - other devices and supplies.
Industry
DSW Ventures Funds
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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DSW Ventures SEIS Fund 2:
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Consumer Products
Consumer Services (B2C)
Financial Services
Technology
Energy
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Pre-seed
Seed
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Europe
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$5-10 m
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$3 M
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March 2025
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Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme Fund
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Financial Services
Software
Deeptech
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Pre-seed
Seed
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Europe
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$5-10 m
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$2 M
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May 2023
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