We build international success stories starting from Central and Eastern Europe. From founders to founders.

Why

To become a driver of a more competitive future

We believe that Central and Eastern Europe is full of untapped potential, brilliant minds, and bold tech companies. We are founders turned investors. As entrepreneurs, we help other entrepreneurs because we believe in the region and in startup teams that can create global value. We invest early on, often as the first investor, typically in pre-seed and seed rounds. Our mission is to support a thousand companies with international ambitions, growing markets, and scalable technology. Our core belief is that the CEE landscape will be transformed not by a few unicorns, but by a thousand smartly backed companies brought up to top global standards. That is the way to build a more competitive and innovative future. With this diversified portfolio approach, we support the strengthening of the regional economy.

How

How: More than capital – patient partnership

We are not just a financial investor, but an active, yet patient partner. As an evergreen investor, we think on a 10+ year time horizon, with no exit pressure.

“More than capital,” in our case, means:

  • Strategic mentoring: We support the team during growth phases with our regular, personal mentoring program.
  • Professional training: The STRT Academy and KÜRT Academy programs provide the latest knowledge and training for scaling up.
  • Synergies and network: With over 100 investments, our portfolio companies are members of a community where they can do business and support each other.

What

Focus on bold founders and synergies

As early-stage (pre-seed, seed) investors, we step in where the risk is highest, but where the need for a reliable partner is greatest. We are looking for committed teams with unquenchable international ambition. Our job is to provide the right capital, knowledge, and network to make your vision a reality.

Read our investment strategy on the Founders page.