Nordic Impact Ventures is an investment company based near Copenhagen that focuses on supporting startups and established businesses in Denmark. Founded in 2014 by Søren Hedegaard, the organization began with his own venture, Boligsurf, and has since expanded its scope. The company remains small, with a core team of under 10 employees.
The firm engages in three main types of activities: investing in established companies whose values align with theirs, backing early-stage startups through financial and advisory support, and developing its own ventures. Examples of active or recent investments include Boligsurf, a property rental platform operating in several countries, and Biotrino, a company that pursues more efficient protein production from microalgae. Past investments also cover digital logistics solutions like Shypple and initiatives targeting the Danish rental market through improved digital verification methods.
Nordic Impact Ventures does not operate as a traditional venture capital fund but acts as a flexible holding company, aiming for both financial returns and measurable contributions to society. Their work includes supporting non-profit organizations, inviting requests for donations aimed at delivering concrete positive outcomes. Headquartered in Denmark, their model is characterized by a focus on practical innovation that addresses tangible problems rather than hype-driven trends.
While much Nordic investment activity centers on climate tech and digital solutions, Nordic Impact Ventures distinguishes itself by maintaining a balance between business viability and societal benefit, emphasizing long-term impact in the Danish startup ecosystem.