About Us
Our Vision
To build strong, resilient businesses that create long-term value. ANI INVEST is committed to being the trusted partner for founders and management teams who seek sustainable growth, operational excellence, and strategic clarity. We aim to act responsibly, attract top talent, and contribute positively to the economy and society. That is our vision.
Key Facts / Funds
Founded
2016
Investment vehicles
3
Capital raised & managed
€85m+
Currently investing through
ANI INVEST Fund I & Fund II
Capital invested since inception
€140m+
Assets Under Management (AUM)
€160m
Key Facts / Growth
~55%
of value creation driven by organic sales growth
9%
annual average sales growth across portfolio companies
14%
annual average EBITDA growth across portfolio companies
Value creation approach
Operational improvement and strategic execution, not financial leverage
Our Mission
ANI INVEST’s mission is to identify, invest in, and develop sustainable businesses with strong fundamentals and long-term potential.
We create value by:
- Applying a disciplined and selective investment approach
- Developing deep expertise within our core sectors
- Actively supporting management teams as a hands-on owner
- Driving operational, digital, and organisational transformation
- Building resilient companies with limited dependency on external cycles
Our Values
- Analysis & Discipline
- Partnership
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Teamwork
- Responsibility
- Contribution
Key Facts / Portfolio
12
companies in current portfolio
30+
strategic add-on acquisitions completed
~40%
of investments completed in partnership with founders or previous owners
€210m
combined annual revenues of portfolio companies
350
employees across portfolio companies
6
successful exits to date
Key Facts / Organisation
Founded
2016
Offices
3
Investment & operating professionals
42
Geographic presence
2 continents
Female professionals
31% (2025)
ESG & responsible investment training
100% of investment team
Awards & Recognition
- Recognised for responsible investment and governance practices within the regional mid-market
- Portfolio companies awarded for operational excellence and sustainability initiatives
- Management teams featured in growth and innovation rankings in their respective sectors
Overview of Funds & Vehicles
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Fund Structure
Overview
2024
ANI INVEST Fund II
€50m
2019
ANI INVEST Fund I
€35m
Our Story
Founded in 2016, ANI INVEST was established by investment professionals with a shared conviction: long-term value is created through partnership, operational excellence, and disciplined execution.
ANI INVEST works closely with founders and management teams to professionalise organisations, accelerate growth, and strengthen strategic positioning. The firm follows a hands-on ownership approach, supporting portfolio companies through transformation phases while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability and governance.
Today, ANI INVEST is recognised as a reliable mid-market investment partner with a long-term perspective and a reputation for building businesses that endure.
Our History
2016 – 2018 | Foundation & First Investments
ANI INVEST is founded and completes its first platform investments in founder-led businesses, establishing its active ownership model.
2019 – 2021 | Portfolio Expansion
Launch of ANI INVEST Fund I. Portfolio grows selectively across core sectors. Structured value-creation and ESG frameworks are introduced.
2022 – 2023 | Active Ownership & First Exits
Operational transformation initiatives lead to performance improvements and the firm completes its first successful exits.
2024 – Today | Scaling with Purpose
Launch of ANI INVEST Fund II. Continued focus on digitalisation, sustainability, and resilient business models, strengthening ANI INVEST’s position as a trusted long-term investment partner.
