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Creandum III Advisor AB
Creandum III Advisor AB is a Swedish venture capital entity linked to Creandum's third fund, managing €300M for Nordic and European technology investments.
Creandum III Advisor AB
Creandum III Advisor AB was established as a Swedish legal entity linked to Creandum, a venture capital firm founded in 2003 by Hans Otterling. The entity supports the administrative and advisory functions for Creandum's third fund, which closed at €300M. Public records show the firm's core activity is fund management and investment advisory. The firm's strategy centers on early- and growth-stage technology investments, targeting sectors such as enterprise software, fintech, and healthcare technology. Notable portfolio companies from the broader Creandum network include Spotify (IPO 2018), Klarna, and iZettle (acquired by PayPal in 2018). The geographic focus is primarily Nordic countries, with expansion into other European markets. The entity operates as a subsidiary within the Creandum group, which manages over €2.5B across multiple funds. The team includes investment professionals based in Stockholm, Berlin, and other European hubs. In 2023, Creandum raised its seventh fund at €500M, though this specific entity remains tied to the earlier third fund. A structural differentiator is the separation of fund-specific legal entities from the broader partnership, allowing Creandum to manage multiple vintage funds while maintaining distinct legal and advisory structures. This approach is common among European venture firms to comply with local regulatory requirements.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
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AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Sweden
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Corporate office
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Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Creandum III Advisor AB?
The entity operates under the broader Creandum partnership. Creandum's founding partner Hans Otterling and partners like Johan Brenner lead investment decisions across funds. Creandum III Advisor AB specifically serves administrative and advisory roles for the third fund.
How does Creandum III Advisor AB source deal flow?
Deal flow comes through Creandum's established network in Nordic and European technology ecosystems, leveraging relationships with entrepreneurs, universities, and co-investors. The firm focuses on early-stage opportunities in sectors like enterprise software and fintech.
What investment stages does Creandum target?
Creandum targets early- and growth-stage technology companies, typically leading Series A and B rounds. The firm also participates in later-stage rounds for portfolio companies. Creandum III Advisor AB supports this strategy administratively.
Does Creandum III Advisor AB operate independently from Creandum?
No, it is a legal entity within the Creandum group, created to manage the third fund's specific compliance and advisory needs. The broader Creandum partnership oversees strategy and operations.
What sectors does Creandum explicitly avoid?
Creandum generally avoids capital-intensive industries such as energy, real estate, and pharmaceuticals, focusing instead on scalable technology businesses. This preference applies across all fund entities.
How is Creandum III Advisor AB related to Creandum's other funds?
It is a separate legal entity specifically for the third fund, while Creandum manages multiple other funds (e.g., I, II, IV, V, VI, VII) through distinct structures. This allows for fund-level administration and regulatory compliance.
Does Creandum participate in co-investments alongside external GPs?
Yes, Creandum frequently co-invests with other venture firms and institutional investors, particularly in syndicated deals within its focus sectors. The entity supports such arrangements through its advisory role.
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