Shilling

Shilling VC is a leading early-stage venture capital firm based in Portugal, focused on supporting tech-driven startups across a wide range of industries, including fintech, SaaS, marketplaces, and digital health. Established by experienced founders, Shilling leverages deep entrepreneurial expertise and a hands-on approach to help startups scale globally. Their portfolio includes notable successes like Unbabel, Bizay, and Barkyn, companies that Shilling supported from their early stages. With a typical investment size ranging from €100K to €1M, Shilling often acts as the first institutional investor, providing critical backing to startups previously funded by friends and family. Their focus is on identifying disruptive ideas, backing strong teams, and fostering scalable business models. Shilling recently launched its Founders Fund, which pools resources from over 35 successful tech founders to guide the next generation of startups. This collective experience is designed to provide portfolio companies with mentorship and support through Shilling’s robust platform, which offers access to tools, resources, and a global network of investors. The firm's commitment is demonstrated by its general partners' significant personal investment in their funds, ensuring alignment with the success of the companies they support​.