Seaya, a global venture capital platform backing ambitious and purpose-driven companies, expands its reach with a new office in London’s prestigious Mayfair district, its first in Europe outside of Spain. Seaya’s strategic expansion underscores its steadfast commitment to fostering innovation within the UK and Europe, where it has previously invested in companies such as PassionFruit, Recycleye, and Toqio.
Seaya is a venture capital firm committed to boosting early-stage and growth-stage companies with high technological value and a strong European focus. Its mission is to invest in exceptional founders who aim to solve real problems and promote sustainable growth through scalable and profitable business models. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Madrid, with offices in Barcelona and Mexico, Seaya manages assets worth €650 million through Seaya Ventures I, II, and III, Seaya Andromeda, and Seaya Cathay Latam.
Over more than ten years, Seaya has provided its entrepreneurs with an extensive network of founders, investors, and multinational companies with broad global experience. Its portfolio includes Glovo, Cabify, Wallbox (NYSE: WBX), Clarity AI, Capchase, Resilience, Crowdfarming, and RatedPower.
Beatriz González, Founder and Managing Partner of Seaya, said: “London’s position at the forefront of European venture capital makes it a natural next step for Seaya. This new office will be instrumental in strengthening our commitment to European entrepreneurs and maximizing the impact of the Seaya platform across our various funds.”
London Office’s first key hire
As Investment Director for Seaya Andromeda and the first hire in the new location, Serhat Aydogdu brings his deep expertise to co-lead investments in promising European climate-tech investments.
With a proven track record spanning over 15 years, Serhat Aydogdu brings a wealth of experience in climate-tech investing to Seaya. His career highlights include leadership roles at Just Climate and Goldman Sachs, where he focused on renewable energy and infrastructure investments. Aydogdu’s commitment to driving positive change is further evidenced by his co-founding of D4 Ventures and his instrumental role at Centricus, where he consistently prioritized investments in sustainability and climate change solutions.
Serhat Aydogdu, the newly appointed Investment Director of Seaya Andromeda, commented: “I am deeply grateful for the trust Seaya has placed in me in this new phase. I am excited to start the London office and co-lead our climate investments. Seaya’s commitment to European entrepreneurs, along with its expansion into the United Kingdom, will not only strengthen its trajectory but also continue to drive key investments in the British and European ecosystems.”