European Growth Fund
European Growth Fund focuses on private equity investments in mid-market companies across Europe, targeting businesses with strong growth potential and scalable operations.
European Growth Fund
The European Growth Fund is SOLAVELLE GROUP’s flagship private equity initiative, targeting scalable, high-performing mid-market businesses across Europe. Focused on value creation and long-term sustainability, the fund supports entrepreneurs and management teams in unlocking the next stage of growth.
Investment Strategy
The fund employs a rigorous, thematic approach to identifying growth-stage companies with operational resilience and market scalability.
Strategic Pillars
- Mid-Market Focus
Targeting enterprises with $25M–$150M in annual revenues and robust EBITDA margins. - Sector Diversification
Investments across healthcare, B2B SaaS, advanced manufacturing, and consumer services. - Operational Transformation
Driving growth through digital modernization, supply chain optimization, and governance upgrades. - Geographic Reach
Portfolio diversified across core EU markets, with local presence enabling deep deal sourcing and oversight.
Portfolio Highlights
- MedAdvance BV (Netherlands)
Specialty healthcare provider scaling to 3 new markets through digital health integration. - Trionix AG (Germany)
Smart industrial automation firm growing 2.6x since acquisition. - Futura Moda Group (Spain)
Premium retail platform with omni-channel expansion across Europe. - NovaTech Systems (France)
SaaS platform for SME compliance and finance automation, acquired and rebranded in 2023.
Market Opportunity
Europe’s mid-market landscape includes over 150,000 companies contributing more than 30% of EU GDP. Many remain undercapitalized, under-digitized, and ripe for strategic investment.
- Private capital deployment in Europe reached $130B in 2023
- Regulatory tailwinds encouraging digital transformation and sustainability
- Succession challenges creating acquisition opportunities across family-run businesses
SOLAVELLE GROUP’s deep local relationships and pan-European network are key differentiators in identifying high-potential, under-the-radar assets.
Performance & Impact
The European Growth Fund balances financial returns with measurable impact outcomes:
Financial Returns
- 18.4% Net ROI to date
- 3 strategic exits with IRRs of 22–27%
- Average portfolio revenue growth: 31% YoY
ESG Outcomes
- 100% of portfolio companies ESG-audited annually
- 8 companies now publishing sustainability disclosures
- DEI initiatives adopted across 70% of the portfolio
“We work closely with founders and management teams to unlock operational value while embedding sustainability from day one.”— Elena Richter, Managing Partner, Private Capital, SOLAVELLE GROUP
Fund Timeline
- Fund Formation & Roadshow: Q1–Q2 2021
- Initial Investments: Q3 2021 – Q4 2022
- Growth Phase & Active Monitoring: 2023–2027
- Expected Maturity & Exit Phase: Q2 2028
Governance & Oversight
- Fund Manager: SOLAVELLE GROUP Private Capital Division
- Investment Committee: Senior partners with cross-sector expertise
- Advisory Board: Former European regulators, entrepreneurs, and industry executives
- Risk Management Partner: EuroCapital Assurance
Looking Ahead
With continued market fragmentation, digital disruption, and ESG alignment shaping the European mid-market, SOLAVELLE GROUP aims to raise a second growth fund in 2026, focused on climate and digital infrastructure-aligned companies.
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Project Details
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Our Investment Philosophy
We apply a disciplined methodology to identify, develop, and manage exceptional investment opportunities that deliver superior risk-adjusted returns.
Strategic Location
We identify prime locations with strong fundamentals, ensuring optimal positioning for long-term value creation and market resilience.
Value Creation
Our approach focuses on identifying and unlocking value through strategic enhancements, operational improvements, and innovative solutions.
Sustainability Integration
We embed environmental and social considerations throughout our investment process, ensuring long-term sustainability and resilience.
Disciplined Execution
Our rigorous investment process and execution capabilities ensure we consistently deliver strong risk-adjusted returns across market cycles.
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