Privilege Ventures

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Investor type

Founded

2016

AUM

Location

Lugano, Ticino, Switzerland

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed

Region of investment

Europe North America

ESG Focus

Women

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Privilège Ventures is a Swiss venture capital firm based in Lugano, founded in 2016. The firm is led by a team with over five decades of combined experience in finance, entrepreneurship, and management. Key team members include Jacqueline Ruedin Rüsch, Angelica Morrone, and Greta Lazzarini. Privilège Ventures is known for its disciplined and authentic approach, focusing on building long-term value and fostering innovation.

The firm primarily invests in HealthTech, MedTech, and Longevity sectors, with a focus on early-stage companies in Switzerland and Europe. They typically invest in Seed and Series A rounds, with an average check size ranging from $100K to $1M. Privilège Ventures is a FINMA-authorized firm and is part of the Swiss Private Equity & Corporate Finance association. They manage a dedicated CHF 20M fund for women-led startups, emphasizing their commitment to diversity and superior ROI.

Notable investments by Privilège Ventures include Xsensio - monitoring equipment, Enantios - electronic equipment, and Avelo - diagnostic equipment. They have a portfolio of 24 companies and have achieved 16 exits, including successful investments in companies like Deliveroo and Ava.

Industry

Deeptech HealthTech MedTech Hardware

Contacts

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Jacqueline Ruedin Rüsch Founding Partner & CEO

Founding Partner & CEO

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Angelica Morrone Partner & CIO

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FAQs about Privilege Ventures

Is Privilege Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?

Privilege Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series A and Seed, writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is Privilege Ventures located?

Privilege Ventures is located in Lugano, Ticino, Switzerland.

When was Privilege Ventures founded?

Privilege Ventures was founded in 2016.

What sectors and industries does Privilege Ventures invest in?

Privilege Ventures invests in companies and startups in Deeptech, HealthTech, MedTech, Hardware.

What is Privilege Ventures geographical focus of investments?

Privilege Ventures invests in companies and startups in Europe, North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Privilege Ventures typically invest in?

Privilege Ventures invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed.

What is the usual amount of Privilege Ventures investment?

Privilege Ventures usually invests $0-1 m on average.

Does Privilege Ventures invest and support LGBTQ, female and other minorities startups and founders?

Privilege Ventures invests and supports Women startups and founders.

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