AMPERSAND VENTURES
Maximising Value Through Data-Driven Investment
We invest in and transform companies by maximising the value of data to drive growth and efficiency.
Our Mission
We believe that proper data utilisation can be the key to exponential business growth
Our mission is to empower relevant startups to unlock the full potential of their data, enabling them to increase revenue, enhance decision-making, and gain a competitive edge in the market.We invest not just capital, but also strategic expertise to help startups build a solid data foundation from the ground up.
Our Approach
We combine financial investment with strategic advisory services
We invest in companies that have high potential for data-driven optimisation. Since our services would typically be out of reach for early-stage companies, we structure our involvement in two ways:> As advisors for shares – providing strategic insights and guidance on data strategy, compliance, and execution.> As advisors for shares and cash investors – combining our expertise with capital to accelerate growthWe work closely with leadership teams to educate them on how to navigate the data landscape and design a winning data strategy.From data compliance and governance to leveraging AI and optimising digital marketing, we provide a complete toolkit to drive sustainable business success.
Our services
We offer a tailored combination of investment and advisory, designed to maximise business value
> Data Strategy Development - Building a comprehensive data framework that includes compliance, data governance, talent acquisition, and AI integration> Actionable Insights & Reporting - Designing tools that deliver meaningful business insights and inform better decision-making> Digital Marketing Optimisation - Improving Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) by 20% to 100% — and in some cases up to 250%> Cost Reduction & Efficiency - Streamlining data infrastructure to lower technical costs, improve reporting, and eliminate legal risks> AI Integration - Enhancing business processes with AI-driven automation and insights> Leadership Education - Helping founders and executives make data-driven decisions that strengthen the business foundation
Who We Are
We are powered by a network of former data and privacy executives, founders, and private equity investors
We leverage a network of top-tier talent from some of the world’s most successful digital companies - including legal experts, AI specialists, product managers, and developers.We bring deep industry knowledge and strategic insight to every investment, ensuring that our partners are positioned to outperform the competition.
Who We Work With
We invest in companies that have high potential for data-driven optimisation
> Startups - Especially those in the early growth phase that have not yet established a strong data culture or infrastructure.> Venture Capital Firms - Seeking to maximize portfolio performance by improving data utilization across their investments.> High-Growth Companies - Looking to scale more efficiently by optimizing their data stack and marketing performance.> Tech-Enabled Businesses - Leveraging AI and advanced data strategies to gain a competitive edge.