Private equity in
Bern

Oaklins Switzerland AG

Since 1996 · 101–500 empl.

Oaklins Switzerland AG is a financial advisory firm focused on M&A and corporate finance. Its services include advising on company sales and acquisitions, capital raising, growth financing, debt advisory and other corporate finance matters.

Arven Partners GmbH

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

Arven Partners GmbH works with technology and talent on science-based innovation and its sustainable development.

BV Partners AG

Since 2003 · 1–10 empl.

BV Partners AG provides services in venture capital and private equity and offers equity financing. Its listed transactions include succession and growth financing as well as management buyouts.

SIFEM AG

Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.

SIFEM AG is Switzerland’s development finance institution. It provides long-term financing to private enterprises in developing and emerging countries through local financial intermediaries and mobilises additional private-sector capital. Its investments support sustainable and inclusive economic growth and the creation and preservation of jobs.

MARCARO AG

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Marcaro AG is holding minority stakes in high-tech start-ups and leading SMEs in the ICT sector in German-speaking Switzerland, as well as coordinating and evaluating new investments through an investor network.

Acano AG

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Acano AG is advising companies in the areas of corporate management, corporate development, corporate finance and implementation support, particularly in the infrastructure sectors such as energy, telecommunications, transportation and healthcare, water supply and waste management.

Swiss Entrepreneurs Foundation

Since 2018 · 21–50 empl.

The core activity of Swiss Entrepreneurs Foundation (SwissEF) is to support and promote Swiss startups and growth companies through various programs, investments, and networks. This includes, in particular: investments in startups and growth companies; provision of workshops, coaching, and mentoring; access to an international network of experts and industry representatives; support in scaling and internationalizing companies; and promotion of female entrepreneurs and women in leadership positions. In summary, the core activity of SwissEF can be described as 'startup promotion and support'.

Toneatti Group AG

Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.

Toneatti Group AG is an engineering and consulting firm that plans, implements and operates electrical and building automation systems. Services include SIA 108 planning, BIM (Revit), photovoltaic and e-mobility concepts, feasibility and economic studies, fachcontrolling, facility management and lifecycle/condition analyses.

skininthegame AG

Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.

skininthegame AG provides financial and business advisory services to small companies and startups and takes financial stakes in small companies. Its services include financial planning, strategy development, business transformation, transaction advice, interim CFO assignments and coaching.

CoOpera Beteiligungen AG

Since 1990 · 11–20 empl.·2.3(7)

CoOpera Beteiligungen AG is a subsidiary of the CoOpera Sammelstiftung PUK that invests in companies and the real economy. The company engages in corporate financing and manages equity investments as part of the foundation's investment strategy.

SIFI Holding AG

Since 2008 · 11–20 empl.

Diligentia AG: The company's core activity includes services in the areas of family office, tax consulting, legal consulting, and international transactions. SIFI Holding AG: The company's core activity consists of managing holdings and investments as a holding company.

Arcapex Management AG

Since 2026 · 1–10 empl.

Arcapex Management AG is an entrepreneurial growth partner for established companies in fragmented markets. The company supports succession solutions, growth, further development and strategic consolidation, and contributes capital, network access and operational experience.