VP Venture Partners

is a private Zurich-based VC firm supporting early-stage life science companies in Europe.

We are a team of scientists and entrepreneurs who want to leave an impact on the European life science ecosystem. We want to support founders by building, coaching, and financing startups from early stage to exit.

Investment focus

Early stage life sciences companies

We invest in...

... deep tech life science companies at either pre-seed or seed stage.

... human life science ventures, including medical devices, digital health, and diagnostics (excluding therapeutics and drug development).

... areas of high unmet need with a high potential patient impact.

... dedicated, motivated, and skilled teams with a passion to bring their product to the market.

Investment Philosophy

We are a hands-on investor 

  • We provide hands on support for our portfolio companies, working alongside the entrepreneur and setting them up for success. Our investment process involves due diligence and challenge retreats, designed to build strong relationships and provide actionable feedback.
  • We do deep due diligence, with retreats to build relationships, to identify challenges and refine strategies.
  • We intensively coach and work with teams before an investment.
  • We can take (interim) C-level positions in our portfolio companies and support them in their day-to-day procedures with our operational, entrepreneurial, financial, and scientific experience.
  • We can take board positions to guide and advise companies on the journey towards success.

Values

Collaborate on
eye‑level
Make data-informed decisions based on scientific evidence
Make a big impact,
for patients and founders alike

Team

Dr. Annick Bay Investment Manager
Dr. Ruth Ketley Senior Analyst
Dr. Julia Flötotto Venture Partner
Dr. Hans Maria Heÿn Venture Partner

VP Venture Partners was founded by Dr. Valentin Piëch and the office is managed by Vendy Zgraggen.

Portfolio Companies

Soglio Innovation Catalyst

  • In Soglio (Graubünden / CH), VP Venture Partners offers a bootcamp to support scientists in the translation of innovation out of academia.
  • The 4-day intensive bootcamp is focused on translating innovation in life sciences.
  • Through interactive workshops, participants will explore their ideas, identify strengths and challenges, and refine strategies for commercializing their innovations.
  • Key workshop topics will cover essential aspects for entrepreneurial success, including IP, regulatory considerations, reimbursement, and financing options.
  • Workshops will cover essential aspects for entrepreneurial success.
www.soglio-entrepreneurship.ch