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The music merchandising industry in Benelux thrives on creativity and innovation, with companies making a mark by delivering unique merchandise related to artists and bands. From clothing and accessories to vinyl records and collectibles, merchandise plays a vital role for fans who seek connection with Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir favorite musicians. E-commerce platforms and live events have adapted post-pandemic, boosting demand for customized products. With Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ growing role of technology in music consumption, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ industry is shifting toward online experiences. As demand rises for personalized and sustainable offerings, businesses are poised to explore new avenues for growth and community engagement.

Investors in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Benelux music merchandising scene vary widely, ranging from venture capital firms such as Prosus Group and LeanSquare to corporate entities like Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ European Innovation Council. These entities differ in size, with some, like Prosus, employing over 10,000 individuals, while oÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rs consist of small teams. Founded between 1958 and 2019, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨se investors collectively engaged in numerous transactions, making 2024 a noteworthy year with investments in innovative music technology and merchandising solutions. With a strong inclination towards fostering creativity, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨se investors are crucial to propelling Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ industry's evolution and economic growth.

Top 7 Music Merchandising Investors in Benelux

1. Prosus Group

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2019
• Headcount: 10001+
• Number of deals in 2024: 21
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Prosus Group is a global technology investor and operator based in Amsterdam, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2019. The firm focuses on enhancing everyday life through technology across various sectors, including online classifieds, food delivery, payments, and education technology, serving over two billion customers worldwide. Notably, Prosus has invested in BandLab, which raised $12 million in a Series B round in April 2022. BandLab is a significant player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music industry, providing a platform for musicians to create and collaborate. This investment highlights Prosus's interest in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music sector, particularly in technology that supports music creation and distribution. Additionally, Prosus has made investments in oÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r sectors, but Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir involvement with BandLab positions Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m as a potential player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music merchandising space.

2. LeanSquare

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Belgium
• Founded year: 2014
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 3
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LeanSquare is a venture capital investment fund based in Belgium, founded in 2014. The firm specializes in supporting innovative projects across various sectors, including Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Cultural and Creative Industries, Enterprise Software, and Life Sciences. LeanSquare provides financial investment, expertise, and networking opportunities to startups that are at a mature stage and seeking growth. Notably, LeanSquare has invested in Musimap, a company that raised significant funding in both 2016 and 2020, focusing on music data and analytics, which is highly relevant to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music merchandising industry. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y have supported oÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r projects like Soundbops, which, while not exclusively music merchandising, contributes to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music ecosystem. LeanSquare emphasizes building trust and long-term relationships with entrepreneurs, which is crucial in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ dynamic landscape of Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music industry.

3. Peak

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2008
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 8
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Peak Capital is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2008. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage companies primarily within Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ SaaS, marketplace, and platform sectors. With a team of former entrepreneurs, Peak Capital provides funding and support to help innovative founders scale Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir businesses. Among Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir notable transactions, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y have invested in Peecho, a service that converts digital content into physical products, which is relevant to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music merchandising industry. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y have backed companies like HappyPrinting and Flinders Design, which, while not directly related to music, showcase Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir interest in businesses that may have synergies with physical product creation and distribution.

4. European Innovation Council (EIC)

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
• Founded year: 1958
• Headcount: 201-500
• Number of deals in 2024: 57
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The European Innovation Council (EIC) is a public entity based in Brussels, Belgium, established to support innovation and entrepreneurship across Europe. Founded in 1958, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC offers various funding programs, including Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC Accelerator and EIC Pathfinder, aimed at helping startups and SMEs develop and scale Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir technologies. In recent years, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC has been involved in several transactions relevant to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music industry, notably funding Enote, a Berlin-based music technology startup, which raised â‚�10 million in pre-Series A funding in March 2023, along with previous grants and seed funding. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC has supported oÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r ventures like Tribute Brand and Minuendo through grants, showcasing its commitment to fostering innovation in diverse sectors, including music technology.

5. River Venture Partners

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2015
• Headcount: 1-10
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River Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, North Holland, founded in 2015. The firm specializes in providing angel syndicate funding and advisory services to early-stage companies, primarily in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ technology sector. They support entrepreneurs in building digital businesses by offering financial backing and strategic guidance. Notably, River Venture Partners has invested in Fangage, which raised over $2.3 million in a seed round in March 2021, and Clubee, which raised approximately $693,194 in a Series A round in July 2023, as well as an earlier seed round of about $617,557 in June 2021. These investments highlight Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir engagement with platforms that enhance artist-fan interactions, suggesting a potential alignment with music merchandising interests.

6. Noshaq

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Belgium
• Founded year: 1985
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 11
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Noshaq is a venture capital investment fund based in Belgium, founded in 1985. The firm specializes in providing financial solutions and strategic support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ province of Liege. Noshaq focuses on funding, project structuring, and business development, particularly in sectors such as biotech and sustainable development. However, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y have also engaged in investments within Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ music industry, notably with Herrmutt Lobby, which raised funds in 2014, and Soundbops, which secured funding in 2018. These transactions highlight Noshaq's interest in fostering innovation and growth in diverse sectors, including music merchandising.

7. MillionMonkeys

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2013
• Headcount: 1-10
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MillionMonkeys is a consulting firm based in Amsterdam, specializing in building successful companies from creative ideas. Founded in 2013, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ firm connects entrepreneurs with investors and provides technical expertise to facilitate business development. In recent years, MillionMonkeys has participated in notable transactions such as investing in TicketSwap, Europe's leading ethical ticket resale platform, which raised $10 million to accelerate growth in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ live entertainment sector. They also invested in Convious, an AI-driven ecommerce platform for Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ experience economy, which raised â‚�10.5 million in Series A funding. These investments indicate a focus on Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ entertainment and experience economy, which may overlap with music merchandising, particularly through ticketing and event-related services.

Music Merchandising Insights: Key Investors in Benelux

Investor	Headquarter	Size	Founded	Deals 2024
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	10001+	2019	21
	Belgium	1-10	2014	3
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	11-50	2008	8
	Brussels, Brussels, Belgium	201-500	1958	57
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10	2015	0
	Belgium	11-50	1985	11
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10	2013	0

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