Sofina

Sofina is a listed investment company controlled by a family. It began more than a century ago as an engineering group and now holds equity in companies across Europe, the United States and Asia.

What Sofina offers

• Sofina Direct — long-term minority investments in ambitious growth companies.
• Sofina Growth — stakes in fast-growing businesses across geographies, sectors and stages.
• Sofina Private Funds — commitments to venture and growth capital funds.
• Patient capital and advice — support for entrepreneurs and families running expanding companies.

Who it works with

Entrepreneurs and family-led businesses, from young startups to mature companies. The stated focus sectors are consumer and retail, digital transformation, education and healthcare. Companies named on its site include ByteDance and Proeduca.

Key facts

• Founded: Over a century ago, as an engineering group
• Ownership: Family run and controlled
• Regions: Europe, United States, Asia