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Bcombinator
Bcombinator is a Barcelona-based venture corporation that builds and invests in startups.
Bcombinator
Bcombinator was established by Erik Brieva and Jordi Martin del Val. Brieva previously sold Polymita to Red Hat. Martin del Val previously served as COO at Housfy. The firm builds companies internally and invests in external startups. It deploys capital through direct positions and co-investments. Confirmed activity includes deals alongside CastiVentures in TalentYou and Dedomena. Operations center on Barcelona with participation in the 22@ innovation district. Team size and total deployment remain undisclosed. The firm maintains the Bcombinator Coworking Space and connections to ESADE Alumni. Verne Harnish serves as a partner through his Entrepreneurs' Organization role. Bcombinator functions as an operating venture corporation rather than a pure fund vehicle. Its structure ties investment activity directly to company-building efforts and local Barcelona networks.
General information
Firm type
Generalist
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Spain
City
Barcelona
Corporate office
Barcelona, Spain
Principals
Erik Brieva
President
Jordi Martin del Val
CEO
Verne Harnish
Partner
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Bcombinator?
Erik Brieva serves as President and Jordi Martin del Val serves as CEO. Verne Harnish participates as a partner.
How does Bcombinator source proprietary deal flow?
The firm sources through its coworking space operations and Barcelona networks including 22@Network Barcelona.
Does Bcombinator participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Bcombinator focuses on direct investments and co-investments with partners such as CastiVentures.
What investment stages does Bcombinator typically target?
The firm targets early-stage startups through company creation and direct investment.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
No public disclosure exists on the source of capital deployed by Bcombinator.
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