About

We are an established investment firm, with an experienced team of professionals. We leverage our entrepreneurial mindset to help portfolio companies in their growth.

21 stands for the 21st century

The forward-looking vision on which Alessandro Benetton founded 21 Invest in 1992, was a commitment to build an investment company for a new era, long-term in outlook, international in scope, entrepreneurial at its core.

Our story
 
 
1992
Alessandro Benetton founded 21 Investimenti in Treviso, becoming one of the pioneers of private equity in Italy.
1998
Opening of first international office in Paris, marking the beginning of 21 Invest's European expansion.
2007
Opening of the Treviso and Milan offices.
2018
The group was renamed 21 Invest, reflecting its evolution into a European investment company.
2024
Launch of 21 Invest Healthcare, the group's first sector-focused fund, dedicated to human & animal healthcare well-being, marking a new chapter in focused, sector-driven investing.
2024
Launch of activity in Spain to strengthen 21 Invest's presence in Southern Europe.
2025
Launch of activity in Benelux.
 
 
"Keeping an eye on what’s coming next and reading early signals has never been more important."

ALESSANDRO BENETTON, FOUNDING MANAGING PARTNER

Our values

The mindset that shapes how we act as a team, partner with entrepreneurs, support companies, and create value for investors.

Back Innovators

We have always stood by the leaders of the companies we invest in, actively supporting their journeys to create long-term value.

Drive Purposeful Growth

We drive strategic expansion in scale and occupation staying true to our purpose and values.

Prioritize Sustainability

We have always prioritized sustainability taking action today to build a better tomorrow.

Preserve Entrepreneurial Roots

We empower innovation grounded in our entrepreneurial local roots.

Our team

An experienced, cohesive team with deep sector expertise and long-standing relationships across Europe.

All members
  • All members
  • 21 Invest - Italy
  • 21 Invest - France
  • 21 Invest - Spain
  • 21 Invest - Benelux
  • 21 Invest Healthcare