Private equity in the
Canton of 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.

Stiftung für technologische Innovation - STI

Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion of technological innovations and start-ups in the Bern region through the provision of seed financing and support for young entrepreneurs.

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.

TBM Group AG

Since 2014 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of TBM Group AG is investing in outdoor, leisure and tourism companies with a focus on sustainable business models, creating premium experiences and achieving exceptional growth in the tourism market.

Swisscom Ventures AG

Since 2015 · 21–50 empl.

The core activity of Swisscom Ventures AG is investing in and promoting start-ups, particularly in the areas of Telco & IT, Cloud, DeepTech, Cybersecurity, Fintech and Big Data & AI. The company provides financial support as well as access to Swisscom's technical infrastructure and market channels to improve the growth and success prospects of the start-ups.

Auxinam AG

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Auxinam Ltd is to support and invest in various companies, projects, and charitable activities. Specifically, this includes: investments in established companies, start-ups, and emerging companies worldwide; supporting companies in transformation and growth strategies in various markets; strategic diversification, access to resources and experts, and promotion of long-term partnerships; development and management of projects with a long-term vision, focusing on quality, innovation, and sustainable growth; and philanthropic activities through the Nordwand Charity to promote global well-being and achieve sustainable social impact. Overall, the core activity of Auxinam Ltd can be described as a combination of private equity, venture capital, and philanthropic activities.

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.