Building momentum for first‑generation wealth

A family office for entrepreneurial founders. We partner for long-term growth with focus, discipline, and speed.

Our Philosophy

Philosophy & Strategy

Long-Term Thinking, Entrepreneurial Action

We are entrepreneurs, building and guiding wealth with the same entrepreneurial spirit that created it. Our approach is pragmatic, opportunity-focused, and rooted in real-world execution.

Entrepreneurial DNA

At Firstlane Capital, entrepreneurship defines who we are. We think and act with a founder’s mentality, guided by curiosity, resilience and accountability. Our perspective is shaped by respect for the challenges and opportunities that builders face, which allows us to move fast, adapt with conviction and pursue bold ideas with clear intent.

This mindset leads to pragmatic execution and a natural bias toward action. Instead of overanalyzing or waiting for ideal conditions, we embrace thoughtful risk-taking and focus on creating momentum. We believe that execution sets companies apart by turning ideas into results, and we apply the same discipline and determination that entrepreneuers bring to their own journeys.

Growth Orientation

We see real value in sustained growth and forward momentum. Firstlane Capital identifies opportunities that can multiply over time, driven by ambition and grounded in discipline. Rather than chasing short-term outcomes, we prioritize scalable paths that build stronger businesses, reinforce resilience and open new horizons.

Disciplined capital deployment is at the core of our approach. We invest with purpose, channeling resources into initiatives that generate lasting impact while keeping a clear perspective on risk and return. This blend of conviction and responsibility defines how we support growth at scale.

Partnership across all Asset Classes

Firstlane Capital partners across all asset classes, with a special emphasis on venture capital at the core of our strategy. Whether backing funds or investing directly in startups, we draw on our entrepreneurial background to engage with founders and managers as peers, bringing empathy, conviction and shared purpose to every relationship.

This combination of diversification and a clear entrepreneurial focus enables us to balance resilience with growth. We aim to build partnerships that adapt to market cycles while enduring over the long term, supporting innovation and value creation with the patience and clarity that sustainable success requires.

Portfolio

Partners in Building Enduring Businesses

We partner with visionary founders, managers and funds to build resilient, growth-driven businesses.

Venture Capital business of Swedish investment manager EQT

Early-stage VC for entrepreneurs building the next generation of European icons

Venture Capital firm based in Berlin, London, and Stockholm

First-check crypto fund based in London

Investment firm backing AI-first technology companies from inception

Multi-stage venture capital firm based in the U.S.

Network-powered early-stage investor

One of the most active ‘day zero’ investors globally

Venture capital firm backing pioneers in climate

Fintech focussed early-stage investment arm of Motive Partners

Co-investor in female-founded early stage startups in Europe

Mobile-first platform for frontline workers

Digital property management across Germany

AI-powered operating system for contingent workforce management

Digital Cash Payment and Disbursement Infrastructure

AI-powered platform to manage customer chats, calls and campaigns at scale

Security company specializing in smart burglary protection for businesses

No fee payment platform for businesses and individuals.

Online service for personal tax declarations and refunds

Mobile app that offers inspiring video recipes

Innovative pet products & professional veterinary consulting

Smart tracking wearable for newborns and babies

Digital wardrobe system

Global Life-Science Company

Owner-managed, independent asset manager specializing in technology and crypto funds

Global private markets manager focused on private equity, secondaries, credit and infrastructure

Technology-focused investment firm, based in San Francisco and London

Private equity firm investing in high-growth, late-stage companies

One of the world’s largest managers of secondary and co-investment funds

Experienced and established real estate investment management firm.

Full-service private equity real estate firm

Leading mid-market buyout fund located in London

Technology-focused private equity firm

Middle-market private equity firm investing in healthcare, industrials, and outsourced services

Leading European mid-market sector-specialist investor

Team

People Behind Firstlane Capital

At the heart of Firstlane Capital is a team dedicated to more than just capital. We bring perspective, networks, and a deep understanding of what it takes to build and scale companies. Guided by curiosity and grounded in discipline, we are long-term partners to entrepreneurs shaping the future.

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