The venture capital landscape in the DACH region is undergoing a quiet yet powerful transformation, with alpha-generating first- and second-vintage funds emerging—"alpha" being the measure of a manager's ability to generate outsized returns beyond market benchmarks by spotting and scaling high-potential startups early, a skill honed through years of deep sector expertise, firsthand entrepreneurial experience, and privileged networks that have been built as a result. Allocator One aims to anchor the top 3% of emerging venture managers globally by tapping into one of the world’s largest and most alpha-rich pipelines of emerging fund managers.

Allocator One is anchoring the top 3% of emerging venture managers globally, with a strong focus on first- and second-vintage funds. A key trend emerging from our data is the rapid rise of the U.S. East Coast as a venture capital powerhouse, with a 3,500% increase in new funds between Winter 2023 and Winter 2025. While historically smaller than the West Coast, East Coast funds benefit from deep industry networks and institutional backing, particularly in AI, fintech, biotech, and deeptech. These funds, typically managing between $10-25M, are agile and well-positioned for early-stage investing. The region’s startup ecosystem is expanding, driven by talent migration, growing tech hiring, and increased capital inflows.

The Middle East is emerging as a powerhouse in venture capital, with Allocator One at the forefront of this transformation. Having analyzed over 75% of all sub-$50M funds globally, we’ve identified key trends driving innovation in the region—from fintech and climate tech to cross-regional collaborations. Learn how first-time fund managers are tackling global challenges and why Allocator One is earmarking $50M to support their growth.

Starting your own investment fund is great, but getting people to invest in you when you're just starting can be tough. Investors want to back people who have a proven track record of success, so it takes more work to convince them to take a chance on someone new. But there are ways to get past that hurdle and win investors over. We’ve put together a list of  7 things you can do to get over the track record hurdle.

Discover why specialized first-time VC managers are outperforming their generalist counterparts and how they can significantly boost your portfolio's returns. Learn about the unique advantages that come with deep industry expertise and a focused investment approach.