Speedinvest

Speedinvest GmbH is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in early-stage investments in technology-related startups across Europe. The firm focuses on sectors such as deep tech, fintech, health, industrial tech, consumer marketplaces, software as a service, and climate tech. Speedinvest typically invests between €0.25 million and €3 million in pre-seed to Series A stages, aiming to take minority stakes of up to 20% in its portfolio companies. The firm emphasizes operational support, often taking on active roles within the companies it invests in for periods ranging from six months to a year. With additional offices in cities including San Francisco, Berlin, Paris, London, and Munich, Speedinvest seeks to leverage a global network to enhance its contributions to Europe’s startup ecosystem.

Marie-Helene Ametsreiter

General Partner, Portfolio Success

Jeroen Arts

Partner

Charlie Boles

Senior Associate

Erik Bovee

Partner and Co-founder

Michael Breidenbrücker

Partner

Felix Faltin

Principal

Felix Fein

Associate

Jörg Flöck

Managing Partner

Heinrich Gröller

Partner

Guzel Gumerova

Partner

Frederik Hagenauer

Partner

Rick Hao

Partner

Marcel van der Heijden

General Partner

Oliver Holle

CEO and Managing Partner

Daniel Keiper-Knorr

Founding Partner, Fundraising

Stefan Klestil

General Partner Sif

Namratha Kothapalli

Principal

Timothy Krause

Associate

Markus Lang

Partner

Tom Lesche

Partner

Alexis Majos

Fintech & Software Investor

Enrique Martínez-Hausmann

Associate

Klaus Matzka

Partner

Marie Muhr

COO

Deepali Nangia

Partner

Florian Obst

Principal

Mathias Ockenfels

General Partner

Toyosi Ogedengbe

Senior Associate

Alvaro Perezcano

Associate

Franz Salzmann

Partner

Leonard Schmid

Associate

Michael Schuster

Co-Founder, Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner

Andreas Schwarzenbrunner

Partner

Olga Shikhantsova

Partner

Michael Sieghart

Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer & Managing Director

Evgeny Slavin

Associate

Philip Specht

Senior Associate

Nina Wöss

Associate

Werner Zahnt

Partner and Co-Founder

Andrea Zitna

Partner

Severin Zugmayer

Senior Associate

Michael breidenbruecker

Partner

Schremser, Klaus-M.

Venture Partner

Past deals in Hungary

Avatao

Venture Round in 2021
Avatao provides an online training platform focused on teaching secure software development through hands-on exercises and tutorials. It caters to various technical teams, including developers, security champions, and DevOps professionals, by offering an interactive learning experience rather than simple tutorials or videos. With over 600 challenges and tutorials available in more than 10 languages, the platform addresses a comprehensive range of security topics, from web security to secure API design. Avatao immerses users in real-world scenarios, enabling them to learn to identify and address vulnerabilities effectively. This approach not only enhances the security awareness of software engineering teams but also equips them with the skills necessary to build high-quality products while managing risks more efficiently.

Avatao

Seed Round in 2018
Avatao provides an online training platform focused on teaching secure software development through hands-on exercises and tutorials. It caters to various technical teams, including developers, security champions, and DevOps professionals, by offering an interactive learning experience rather than simple tutorials or videos. With over 600 challenges and tutorials available in more than 10 languages, the platform addresses a comprehensive range of security topics, from web security to secure API design. Avatao immerses users in real-world scenarios, enabling them to learn to identify and address vulnerabilities effectively. This approach not only enhances the security awareness of software engineering teams but also equips them with the skills necessary to build high-quality products while managing risks more efficiently.

CodeBerry

Funding Round in 2018
CodeBerry Programming School, founded in 2016 by András P. Tóth, Dávid Veszelovszki, László Békéssy, and Ádám Freisinger, is an online educational platform based in Budapest, Hungary, specializing in computer programming courses. The school provides a variety of web programming lessons, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Node.js, and Git. CodeBerry's platform is designed to make coding accessible to individuals of all skill levels, offering lessons in their native language and featuring interactive assignments. This approach allows learners to acquire programming skills from scratch, even without prior experience.

CodeBerry

Seed Round in 2017
CodeBerry Programming School, founded in 2016 by András P. Tóth, Dávid Veszelovszki, László Békéssy, and Ádám Freisinger, is an online educational platform based in Budapest, Hungary, specializing in computer programming courses. The school provides a variety of web programming lessons, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Node.js, and Git. CodeBerry's platform is designed to make coding accessible to individuals of all skill levels, offering lessons in their native language and featuring interactive assignments. This approach allows learners to acquire programming skills from scratch, even without prior experience.

Shapr3D

Seed Round in 2016
Shapr3D Zrt. is a company based in Budapest, Hungary, that specializes in developing a 3D CAD design application optimized for the iPad Pro. The app offers a user-friendly interface for creating precise 3D models, making it suitable for various professionals, including mechanical engineers, interior designers, graphic designers, CAD architects, and industrial designers. Launched in 2015, Shapr3D provides a free modeling app that includes essential tools, with users only incurring costs when transferring models to other software. The application caters to both experienced and novice users, making it accessible for engineers, jewelry makers, and 3D hobbyists alike. Shapr3D operates on a subscription-based model for additional features.

Enbritely

Seed Round in 2015
Enbrite.ly is a company that specializes in optimizing online marketing performance through comprehensive tools and services. Founded in 2014 and based in Budapest, Hungary, it focuses on marketing source analysis and reporting to combat fraudulent activities in advertising. The company provides detailed assessments and action plans aimed at enhancing return on investment across various marketing channels. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including webshops, advertising networks, and traffic brokers, helping them to ensure safe and effective marketing practices. Enbrite.ly's approach combines data science, analytics, and app development to support business growth and improve competitive positioning in the market.