SmartFin Capital

SmartFin Capital is a private equity investment firm that is based in Mechelen, Belgium. The firm prefers to invest in European technology companies. SmartFin Capital was established in December 2014 by Jürgen Ingels, Bart Luyten, Edward Schiettecatte and Stefan Dierckx.

SmartFin operates anti-cyclical and long-term oriented investment vehicles managed by a strong team that combines financial, operational and entrepreneurial experience supporting its portfolio companies in their growth ambitions. They provide replacement and expansion capital to European growth companies that display the potential for significant value creation in fast growing market segments.

SmartFin prefers initial entry-tickets that are complemented by significantly larger follow-on investments in those companies that have proven to be successful after initial investment. Over the lifetime of the portfolio company, the Fund can invest up to €25 million.

SmartFin Capital's target companies must operate in existing and rapidly growing market segments. They assess the market size and momentum as well as the client problem that is being solved by the company's products or services. Any prospective portfolio company has to be able to present a viable sales, marketing and financial plan addressing the company's approach to an international marketplace.