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European Internet Ventures
European Internet Ventures is a Switzerland-based advisory firm specializing in marketplace transactions, focusing on fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial due diligence for online marketplaces. They have facilitated over 150 transactions globally.
Overview
What European Internet Ventures does
What European Internet Ventures is
European Internet Ventures is a Switzerland-based advisory firm specializing in marketplace transactions, focusing on fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial due diligence for online marketplaces. They have facilitated over 150 transactions globally.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder and community capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
Organization status describes the entity itself. Funding and program availability appear within the relevant capability profile.
- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Other
- Structured capabilities
- Funder · Community
- Last reviewed
- April 26, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
European Internet Ventures as a funder
Investment thesis
European Internet Ventures specializes in advising marketplace founders and investors on fundraising, M&A, and commercial due diligence, focusing on transactions that require specialized knowledge of marketplace metrics and buyer universes.
Focus narrative
EIV's primary focus is on fundraising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and commercial due diligence specifically for marketplaces. The firm helps marketplaces raise institutional growth capital ranging from $20 million to $200 million and provides due diligence services for private equity firms and family offices evaluating marketplace investments. Their expertise spans various sectors, including real estate, automotive, jobs, consumer, and B2B marketplaces.
Value beyond capital
European Internet Ventures adds value to its portfolio companies by leveraging its extensive network of strategic acquirers and private equity buyers, providing tailored advice on fundraising and exit strategies. The firm's deep understanding of marketplace dynamics enables it to craft compelling investor narratives and facilitate successful capital raises and transactions.
Terms and economics
- Typical check
- $20,000,000–$200,000,000
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Series A · Growth Equity
- Sectors
- MarketplacesConsumer
- Regions
- Global
Availability
- Currently deploying
- No
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded notable exits
- Boom & Bucket and Imobiliare.ro
Portfolio context
Notable transactions include: Car & Classic: A leading classic vehicle marketplace in the UK and France, which successfully raised an oversubscribed Series A capital within six weeks. Boom & Bucket: A B2B marketplace for heavy equipment that was acquired by Richie Bros in October 2025, following a strategic partnership secured by European Internet Ventures. Imobiliare.ro: A Romanian property marketplace sold to Ringier Romania, showcasing EIV's capability in managing significant M&A processes.
Capability profile
European Internet Ventures as a community
Community overview
European Internet Ventures is a global advisory firm specializing in marketplace transactions. Founded by Malcolm Myers, the organization has a track record of over 150 transactions in the marketplace sector. The firm operates internationally, providing services to marketplace founders and investors, focusing on fundraising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and commercial due diligence specifically for marketplaces.
Community focus
European Internet Ventures focuses on assisting marketplaces in raising institutional growth capital ranging from $20 million to $200 million. They provide due diligence services for private equity firms and family offices evaluating marketplace investments. Their expertise spans various sectors, including real estate, automotive, jobs, consumer, and B2B marketplaces.
Member value
Members benefit from expert advisory services in fundraising, M&A, and due diligence tailored specifically for marketplace businesses. European Internet Ventures connects founders with institutional investors and strategic buyers, enhancing their chances of successful capital raises and exits.
Membership
- Pricing models
- fixed-tuition
Format and cadence
- Modality
- in-person
- Schedule
- rolling-admissions
- Commitment
- light
Availability
- Membership state
- Accepting
Audience and fit
- Audience
- Founders · Investors
- Benefits
- network-access
- Program types
- other
- Selection criteria
- open
- Stages
- Series A · Growth Equity
- Sectors
- MarketplacesConsumer
- Regions
- Global
Community activity
Events and activity
European Internet Ventures participates in industry conferences, including Property Portal Watch (PPW), where they present insights on marketplace trends and challenges.
Notable members
Malcolm Myers, Founder and CEO, is recognized as a global expert in classifieds and marketplaces with a significant transaction track record. The firm has advised notable marketplace transactions such as Car & Classic and Boom & Bucket.
Common questions
What to know about European Internet Ventures
Upseed classifies European Internet Ventures under the Other organization type. Its current public profile includes funder and community capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
April 26, 2026
Known limits
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