Skolkovo Ventures

Skolkovo Ventures LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Moscow, Russia, founded in 2017. The firm specializes in seed and growth capital investments, focusing on small, innovative technology companies. Its investment areas include the Internet of Things, fintech, virtual and augmented reality, robotics, unmanned technologies, intelligent power engineering, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, big data, cybersecurity, digital agriculture technologies, additive manufacturing, new materials, and innovative food products. Skolkovo Ventures typically invests between RUB100 million and RUB200 million in each project, aiming to support the development of cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the growth of the venture ecosystem.

Vasily Belov

Founding Partner

Past deals in Russia

BrandQuad

Convertible Note in 2021
Founded in 1998, BrandQuad provides a comprehensive product content management suite for manufacturers, retailers, and distributors. Its platform facilitates collaboration among departments by assigning tasks and responsibilities as new products arrive, syndicates high-quality product content across the distributed commerce ecosystem, and offers actionable analytics to boost sales.

BFG

Seed Round in 2019
BFG Group LLC, founded in 2011 and based in Moscow, Russia, specializes in developing an intelligent production management platform. The company's core offering is a digital twin of the production system, which allows for the creation of a digital model of manufacturing processes using artificial intelligence. This platform enables businesses to optimize their operations by simulating and improving production flows, reducing non-production time, and synchronizing workflows. BFG Group provides services such as digital reengineering, software deployment, and robotization of projects, helping manufacturing industries enhance productivity and efficiency.

Hotlead

Series A in 2019
Hotlead is a cloud-based telephony service that integrates virtual PBX and CRM systems, offering telephone numbers in 115 cities across Russia and 75 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Khabarovsk, with additional offices in Vladivostok and Seoul, the company operates within the Skolkovo Foundation's IT cluster and has experience in both Russian and international markets. Hotlead's platform provides robust functionality for businesses to manage sales and evaluate advertising effectiveness through features like Callback, Call Tracking, and advertising analytics. Utilizing cloud computing technology, the service is accessible via any internet browser and includes a mobile version for easy access on smartphones. While Hotlead is not a telecom operator, it allows clients to connect various operators through SIP trunks, enabling them to pay only for outgoing calls to their chosen providers. The system also employs advanced algorithms to optimize international call routing, helping businesses lower communication costs while effectively managing their CRM systems.

Maximum Education

Series B in 2019
Maximum Education is an education and technology company based in Moscow, Russia, founded in 2013 by Michael Magkov, Pavel Belorusskiy, and Alexey Chalimov. The company specializes in providing offline and online educational test preparation services, catering to the needs of students and educational partners. It operates two learning centers located in Moscow and St. Petersburg, offering a range of educational services and products designed to enhance student learning and success.

Elementaree

Seed Round in 2018
Elementaree is a Moscow-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the distribution of food ingredients and recipe books for home cooking. The company offers a subscription service that delivers personalized food programs directly to customers' doorsteps, catering to various dietary needs and goals, such as weight loss or muscle gain. Elementaree focuses on creating unique meal plans and a diverse range of menus that are tailored to individual preferences, allowing users to explore new recipes while enjoying the convenience of home cooking. By leveraging its expertise in value chain management, Elementaree provides customized food solutions at competitive prices, ensuring a personalized experience for every customer.

SPIRIT Navigation

Grant in 2013
SPIRIT Navigation is a Telecommunications company located in 5/5, 1st Derbenevsky, Moscow, Moscow, Russian Federation.
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