AltaIR Capital

AltaIR Capital, established in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a venture capital firm that invests in early and growth-stage startup companies across various sectors. They focus on companies with disruptive ideas and high growth potential, often investing in seed-stage ventures operating in areas such as productivity tools, future of work, software as a service, fintech, insurtech, artificial intelligence, and digital health. AltaIR's portfolio comprises key players in the startup industry, top incubator graduates, and promising teams.

Dmitry Firskin

Investment Director

Igor Ryabenkiy

Managing Partner

Past deals in CIS

PROD.CENTER

Seed Round in 2018
Prod.Center is a Russian trading platform specializing in the wholesale exchange of various agricultural products. The platform facilitates the buying and selling of a diverse range of items, including meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, cereals, canned goods, convenience foods, and seafood. Prod.Center serves producers, processors, and food networks, enabling them to participate in the trading of key agricultural products such as pork, beef, chicken, dairy, grains, and other fresh produce. By providing this online marketplace, Prod.Center aims to streamline the sourcing and distribution processes for its customers within the food industry.

Gagbot

Seed Round in 2017
Gagbot is a Russian company that develops an application designed to enhance photo sharing through humor and creativity. The GagBot application utilizes artificial intelligence and object recognition to automatically generate custom memes based on users' photos. In addition to meme generation, the app offers features that allow users to transform images and videos into artistic works by altering backgrounds, applying effects, and copying styles from other media. This innovative approach enables users to create, post, store, and share unique and entertaining content seamlessly.

Zavento

Seed Round in 2016
Zavento operates an event booking platform designed for organizing corporate events. The platform simplifies the event planning process by allowing clients to quickly select hotels, conference halls, seating arrangements, catering options, and necessary equipment, all from a single page. This streamlined approach enables clients to efficiently manage their events within budget and with minimal effort, covering various venues across Russia.

CarPrice.ru

Seed Round in 2014
CarPrice is an online platform based in Russia that specializes in the auction of second-hand cars. It offers sellers instant online valuations and connects them with a network of over 4,000 dealers who participate in competitive bidding. The auction process typically lasts around 30 minutes, allowing dealers to determine the best price for vehicles. CarPrice has rapidly established itself as a leading player in the Russian used car market, ranking among the top three sellers within its first year of operation. The company operates from more than 20 locations, including major cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg. Despite a challenging economic environment that saw a significant decline in new car sales, CarPrice has continued to grow, aiming to increase its monthly auction volume from 4,000 to 10,000. The platform's services not only streamline the selling process but also help buyers access fair market prices for used vehicles.

Mersibo

Seed Round in 2014
Mersibo is a Russian company that specializes in creating educational games for children aged 3 to 10 years. Founded in 2013 by Vitally Bardalim, the company focuses on enhancing various developmental skills, including speech, memory, attention, reading, and numeracy. Mersibo's game offerings include titles such as Saving Princess, Rags in Order, Trendy Python, Marsh Wedding, and Wolf Teaches Letters. These games are designed to assist parents in fostering their children's developmental activities by providing interactive and engaging experiences tailored to each child's abilities. Through its innovative approach, Mersibo aims to promote learning and growth in a fun and creative manner.

FlexyMind

Series A in 2014
FlexyMind LLC, founded in 2011 and based in St. Petersburg, Russia, specializes in developing educational gaming applications for mobile devices. The company focuses on creating a technology platform that offers interactive games designed to be both entertaining and informative for children. These applications aim to provide an enjoyable learning experience for kids while also serving the interests of parents seeking educational resources.

POSFinance

Seed Round in 2013
POSFinance is a Russia-based company founded in 2013 by Sergey Antonov, specializing in a cloud-based platform that facilitates consumer credit applications for offline retail businesses. The platform allows users to submit credit applications simultaneously to multiple banks, both domestic and international, that are integrated into its system. Accessible on various devices, including iPhones, iPads, and Android smartphones, the platform features a personal area for users, along with tools for statistics, messaging, employee management, and control points. This innovative approach aims to enhance sales opportunities for retailers by streamlining the credit application process.

CheckOut.ru

Seed Round in 2013
CheckOut.ru, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Moscow, Russia, operates as a technology-driven logistics services company. It offers an online portal that aggregates delivery services and provides comprehensive order fulfillment solutions for e-commerce businesses. These solutions include processing orders, customer support, goods reception and storage, as well as packaging and distribution. The company also streamlines the ordering process for buyers, minimizing paperwork and contractual complexities. Additionally, CheckOut.ru offers a financial service called "quick money," which helps clients reduce costs associated with cash flow and ensures predictability in fund repayment. The company operates as a subsidiary of OOO KEH eCommerce as of November 2015.

GdeSlon

Seed Round in 2013
GdeSlon is a Russia-based affiliate marketing network that specializes in partner marketing within the e-commerce sector. The company connects advertisers from Russia, the United States, and Europe with affiliates who predominantly drive traffic from Russia and Ukraine. While GdeSlon primarily focuses on e-commerce, it also accommodates lead-based offers, including registrations and surveys. This platform facilitates collaboration between businesses looking to promote their products and affiliates aiming to monetize their traffic.

iBinom

Seed Round in 2013
iBinom Inc. is a company based in Moscow that specializes in cloud-based genomic data analysis. Founded in 2014, it offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed for the interpretation of human genomes, particularly in diagnosing Mendelian diseases. The iBinom platform employs advanced algorithms and quality control measures to analyze genomic information, allowing medical professionals to efficiently identify mutations and provide clinical interpretations of genome and exome data. This solution is utilized by physicians and geneticists not only within the Russian Federation but also internationally, enhancing the precision and specificity of genetic analysis.

Opiner

Seed Round in 2013
Opiner is a Moscow-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence engine designed to aggregate and structure consumer reviews from various online sources. The company provides an online platform that facilitates the collection, analysis, and aggregation of feedback related to products, services, and brands. By automating the categorization of opinions based on sentiment, Opiner significantly reduces the time and effort required for companies to analyze consumer feedback, enabling them to gain accurate insights into how their offerings are perceived in the market.

Showrooms.ru

Series A in 2013
Showrooms is an online retailer based in Moscow, established in 2012 by Nikolay Lavrentiev. The platform specializes in a diverse range of clothing and cosmetics for women, men, and children. The women's collection includes footwear, clothing, accessories, and cosmetics, while the men's line features similar offerings. For children, Showrooms provides footwear, clothing, toys, and gifts. The platform aims to enhance customer engagement by allowing users to accumulate points on purchases, which can be redeemed for discounts on their favorite brands. This model not only benefits customers by providing access to curated fashion collections at lower prices but also increases profitability for sellers by attracting a larger audience.

Proberry

Seed Round in 2013
Proberry is an online marketplace based in Moscow, Russia, founded in 2008. The platform allows users to order free product samples and services, helping consumers discover a variety of goods, from perfumes to medical services. By showcasing tested and verified products, Proberry ensures that consumers receive quality items. The marketplace also benefits sellers and manufacturers by providing a cost-effective way to expand their market reach without the need to develop extensive dealer and retail networks.

Appiny

Seed Round in 2013
Appiny Inc. is a company based in the Russian Federation that specializes in providing operating systems, web services, and an online shop specifically designed for developers. Its main products include OSX and iOS, which cater to the needs of software developers looking for robust operating systems and related services. With a focus on empowering developers, Appiny offers a comprehensive product line that facilitates the development and deployment of applications.

SocialMart

Seed Round in 2013
SocialMart is an online contextual advertising platform that specializes in website monetization through native content-relevant ads. Founded in 2012 and based in Moscow, Russia, SocialMart provides tools such as product widgets and affiliate links that enable online media, site owners, advertisers, and bloggers to effectively monetize their content. By detecting products within website content, including titles, texts, and images, SocialMart delivers relevant offers from local e-stores, thereby enhancing user experience while supporting affiliate marketing. The company's solutions aim to maintain a balance between visitor loyalty and ad monetization, making it easier for publishers to engage in effective marketing strategies.

MSU Business Incubator

Seed Round in 2013
The MSU Business Incubator, established in 2010 at Moscow State University, serves as a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into viable businesses. It offers various resources including financing, workspace, and support services to help young innovators develop, design, and launch their projects effectively. The incubator has processed over 1,000 applications and currently supports 29 resident companies, employing 175 individuals. The collective turnover of these resident companies and incubator graduates exceeds 100 million rubles, with total investments attracted surpassing 500 million rubles. The market valuation of the companies associated with the MSU Business Incubator has reached over 1 billion rubles, highlighting its significant impact on the entrepreneurial landscape.

Alloka

Seed Round in 2013
Alloka Media, based in Moscow, Russia, specializes in developing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enhances call tracking and analytics for businesses. The company's offerings include tools for managing customer inquiries, automating data collection, and analyzing conversion metrics from various communication channels. Alloka's product family features solutions such as Alloka Reteller, which consolidates prospect communications into a single workspace, and Alloka Analytics, which helps marketers track the effectiveness of their campaigns in generating phone calls and text inquiries. Additionally, Alloka Calldrone facilitates customer research through automated voice or text polls, while Prospecthero captures and enriches lead data from multiple touchpoints. This comprehensive approach allows businesses to optimize their customer acquisition efforts and improve overall engagement with potential clients.

Paybyway

Seed Round in 2013
Paybyway is an online payment service provider focused on providing electronic payment solutions for its users. The company’s solutions are based on web and mobile technologies to offer the payment process on any device. Its payment process is optimized for security and simplicity to optimize the conversion in the purchase process, and its products have been certified with PCI DSS information security certification of credit card industry. Paybyway also offers tailored online payment solutions for e-commerce and other e-services that need way to accept payments or are complex multi-merchant setups. It was founded in 2012 and is based in Moscow, Russia.

Profi.ru

Series A in 2012
Profi.ru is an online marketplace founded in 2005 and based in Moscow, Russia, that connects users with freelancers and professionals across various categories, including tutors, doctors, beauty specialists, artists, musicians, handymen, personal trainers, and driving instructors. The platform facilitates the search for specialized services by providing an integrated feedback mechanism, allowing clients to evaluate and select professionals based on their needs. This service aims to streamline the process of finding qualified individuals, thereby saving clients time and effort in addressing their specific requirements.

Printio.ru

Series A in 2012
Printio.ru is an interactive online platform based in the Russian Federation that allows users to design and create personalized products. The company offers a wide range of customizable items, including garments, stationery, t-shirts, mugs, business cards, cakes, and phone cases. In addition to product creation, Printio.ru provides a photo-realistic rendering service that showcases user-designed products. Co-founded by Juriy Zaytsev, Printio.ru caters to both individual consumers and businesses looking for unique, self-designed merchandise.

Foodik.ru

Seed Round in 2011
Foodik.ru is an online food delivery service based in Moscow, Russia, that connects customers with a variety of restaurants, including well-known names such as Mu-Mu, Papa Johns, Yaposha, Maki-Maki, and Fresita. Founded in 2009 by Alex Alpern and Aleksandr Shamis, Foodik offers a convenient platform for users to order meals while also introducing automation solutions for partner restaurants. The company has merged with Delivery Hero Group, enhancing its operational capabilities and market reach within the competitive food delivery landscape in Russia.

Eruditor Group

Seed Round in 2010
Eruditor Group is an online marketplace established in 2005 and headquartered in Moscow, Russia. The company operates various search portals that connect customers with a diverse range of professional service providers, including private tutors, sports coaches, beauty specialists, driving instructors, artists, musicians, photographers, and healthcare professionals. Eruditor Group manages multiple brands, such as Infodoctor, Kracemasters, and Vash Repetitor, facilitating access to services across major cities in Russia, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan. Through its platforms, the company caters to the growing demand for freelance and professional services in sectors like healthcare, beauty, sports, and education.
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