The future of innovation in Brainport takes the stage once again
On Thursday, July 3, it’s finally happening: the Gerard & Anton Awards 2025 – the annual startup event in Eindhoven. We are proud to support this inspiring initiative as a partner. 📍 Location: High Tech Campus Eindhoven🕔 Time: From 5:00 PM onwards During the award show, the 10 most promising startups of the moment will […]
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Third participation for ECFG Ventures III:
Blue Inspect secures growth capital for international expansion Eindhoven en Uden, March 31, 2025 – ECFG, through its investment fund Ventures III, has acquired a minority stake in Blue Inspect. This marks the third investment of Ventures III. Blue Inspect develops an advanced, data-driven solution that enables businesses to efficiently monitor their assets, such as […]
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ECFG participates in Brainport Partner Fund
At ECFG, we are proud of our Eindhoven roots. The Brainport region is a breeding ground for innovation and entrepreneurship, but to manage this growth effectively, collaboration is essential. That is why we have joined the Brainport Partner Fund. What is the Brainport Partner Fund? The Brainport Partner Fund is a collaboration between businesses and […]
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Learning from failures
An inspiring afternoon with Chief Failure Officer Paul Iske At ECFG, we believe in the power of innovation—and that includes having the courage to experiment and sometimes fail. Last week, our investment community gathered for an inspiring lecture by Paul Iske, Chief Failure Officer at the Institute for Brilliant Failures. A title that certainly grabs […]
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Work smarter, not harder!
Last week, we had an inspiring AI workshop at our office, led by Sanne Cornelissen from The Shortcut. 🤖✨ We explored how AI can help us work smarter and more efficiently—giving us more time to focus on what truly adds value. From smart automations to creative applications, the possibilities are endless (and sometimes a bit […]
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ECFG: Your partner for high-tech innovation and growth
With ECFG Ventures III, we are building on our strong foundation with confidence: a proven track record in supporting promising scale-ups in the high-tech sector. Our third investment fund, valued at €40 million, is running at full speed. With two new investments already in our portfolio and several promising leads in the LOI (Letter of […]
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Looking Back: Inspiring Gathering of the ECFG Investment Community at Hotel Bent
On November 26, 2024, investors, entrepreneurs, and partners of our ECFG Investment Community gathered at a special location: the sustainable and brand-new Hotel Bent in Oisterwijk. The meeting was inspiring, and the large turnout was a confirmation of the strength of our growing network Highlights of the afternoon Hans Bloemen kicked off the event with […]
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ECFG guides acquisition of Roestvrijtaal by Pro Contact Group
November 25, 2024 – by ECFG We are proud to announce that we acted as the strategic and financial advisor to Kittie Spierings, director and owner of Roestvrijtaal, during the successful acquisition by the Pro Contact Group. This strategic partnership marks an important step for both parties, strengthening their position in the recruitment and labor […]
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🔔 Team expansion Alert! 🔔
At ECFG, we have great news – our team has grown a bit larger (and more enjoyable!) We welcome Koen van ‘t Hof and Lesley Daris, who are joining us as analysts! 🎉 Koen and Lesley are diving into the world of investments, valuations, and strategic analyses. They will help us identify opportunities in the […]
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