Ugly Duckling Ventures
VC firmUgly Duckling Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, founded in 2021. They focus on providing capital, know-how, and real-world application to Nordic ventures at the seed and pre-seed stages, emphasizing operational involvement to prepare early-stage companies for scaling.
The firm has invested in 17 companies, including Eupry, Unioo, and YOGO, across various industries such as electronic equipment and instruments, and business/productivity software. They prioritize building strong relationships with founders, valuing transparency and direct communication.
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                3. Early Revenue            
                     
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               N/A
            
         Tickets
                $150k to $1.5M 
            
         Location
            Bredgade 21B, 1260 Copenhagen, Denmark, Denmark         
   
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