Ascension, an early-stage VC firm, invests in tech and impact startups, managing £83m and boasting 12 exits.
Location
London, Greater London, GB
Founded
2015
Ascension is an early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on investing in tech and impact startups. With over £83 million under management, Ascension primarily targets seed and Series A rounds, leveraging its extensive sector reach to identify and scale pioneering enterprises. Since its inception in 2015, the firm has invested in more than 150 startups through its (S)EIS & Institutional Funds, making it one of the most active VCs in London.
Notable portfolio companies include Greendeck, Homeppl, HotelRunner, and zeroheight. The firm is led by a team of exited operators and entrepreneurs who bring valuable experience and insights to their investments. Ascension's investment philosophy emphasizes supporting the next generation of tech and impact founders. They offer unique value-add services to portfolio companies, including strategic guidance and operational support, to help them achieve sustainable growth and success.
Ascension - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
