Overview
Rainmaking is a pan-European startup factory that co-invests in startups. It supports and funds early-stage companies across Europe, providing capital and hands-on help through its network. Its product is the combination of investment plus operational support, mentorship, and access to a wide network to help young companies grow, scale, and reach market traction. What sets Rainmaking apart is its large, Europe-wide portfolio model and the co-investment approach, partnering with other investors to back a broad slate of startups rather than focusing on a single accelerator or a narrow domain. The company’s goal is to help founders turn ideas into scalable businesses across Europe while delivering returns by building and scaling a diverse portfolio of startups.
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What believers are saying
- Bain’s Innovation & Design page still highlights Rainmaking APAC in October 2026.
- Barclays partnered with Rainmaking on global fintech initiatives, expanding enterprise deal flow.
- Rainmaking backed Freightify’s $2.4 million Series A extension, signaling active capital deployment.
What critics are saying
- Bain owns Rainmaking APAC since 2023, shrinking Rainmaking’s standalone Asia-Pacific reach.
- Corporate clients cut innovation budgets fast, slashing Rainmaking’s venture-building revenue immediately.
- If corporates internalize venture studios, Rainmaking loses fees, equity, and spinout ownership.
What makes Rainmaking unique
- Rainmaking co-founds startups with corporates, taking equity instead of only consulting fees.
- Since 2006, Rainmaking says it has helped build and scale 1,800+ technology companies.
- Bain’s 2023 purchase of Rainmaking APAC validates its venture-building playbook in Asia.
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