Zug has become a vibrant hub for startups, attracting a diverse group of venture capital firms. Firms like Verve Ventures have backed nearly 250 companies, while others such as CV VC focus on specific sectors like blockchain.

This activity shows there are plenty of funding opportunities for founders in the region. We've looked at the top players to help you find the right fit.

Below is our list of the best 5 VC firms in Zug.

Failory's Top 5 Picks

Verve Ventures operates a digital investment platform that gives qualified private and institutional investors access to a curated selection of European startups. The firm enables investors to build diversified portfolios from smaller investment amounts, providing access to the top 1% of startups vetted through a rigorous due diligence process.

Year Founded2010
FoundersLukas Weber
Investment StageEarly Stage, Late Stage, Seed
Nº of Investments248 (36 as Lead Investor)
Nº of Exits26 (1 IPO'd)
Contactinfo@verve.vc
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2. Maximon

Maximon builds companies from the ground up in the longevity sector, providing entrepreneurs with a dedicated platform and seed funding. They partner with founders to create science-based ventures that deliver healthy aging and rejuvenation solutions.

Year Founded2021
FoundersMarc P. Bernegger, Tobias Reichmuth
Investment StageSeed
Nº of Investments3 (3 as Lead Investor)
Nº of Exits
Contactcontact@maximon.com

Spicehaus Partners directs its investments toward early-stage technology companies in Switzerland. The team's combination of entrepreneurial and investment experience allows them to provide active, hands-on support to the startups they fund.

Year Founded2018
FoundersDaniel Andres, Daniel Andres, Teddy Amberg
Investment StageEarly Stage, Seed
Nº of Investments34 (23 as Lead Investor)
Nº of Exits

Since 1997, the Swiss firm Invision has provided expansion capital and buyout financing for medium-sized companies, primarily in German-speaking Europe. They act as entrepreneurial partners to support businesses through growth phases and succession planning, aiming for sustainable value creation.

Year Founded1997
FoundersMartin Staub
Investment StageEarly Stage, Private Equity
Nº of Investments23 (8 as Lead Investor)
Nº of Exits8
Contactinfo@invision.ch
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5. CV VC

From its base in Switzerland's Crypto Valley, CV VC invests in blockchain and crypto startups at every stage, from incubation to growth. The firm supports its portfolio with a full ecosystem and advisory team, guiding founders through business modeling, tech assessment, and capital strategy.

Year Founded2018
FoundersMarco Bumbacher, Mathias Ruch, Olaf Hannemann, Ralf Glabischnig
Total Funding$3.5M
IndustriesCrypto & Blockchain
Investment StageEarly Stage, Seed
Nº of Investments54 (8 as Lead Investor)
Nº of Exits1
Top Portfolio StartupsFloat Capital, Coinrule, Pravica
Contacthello@cvvc.com / +41 41 562 73 71