Gorilla Capital

Gorilla Capital Management Oy is an investment firm focused on early-stage technology companies in the Nordic region, specifically targeting businesses in Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Estonia. The firm seeks to identify and support innovative startups with the potential for significant growth in the technology sector. By providing capital and strategic guidance, Gorilla Capital aims to foster the development of promising enterprises that can contribute to the dynamic landscape of the Nordic technology market.

Risto Rautakorpi

Managing Partner

Past deals in Finland

Xiphera

Seed Round in 2022
Xiphera is a Finnish company that specializes in designing and licensing hardware-based security solutions. It offers a cloud-based platform that provides security assistance through standardized cryptographic algorithms. The company's focus is on securing cryptographic intellectual property cores, particularly for field programmable gate arrays. With extensive experience in system design and a deep understanding of reprogrammable logic, Xiphera aims to deliver cryptographic expertise that safeguards critical information and assets for its customers.

Wiview

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Witview is a company based in Tampere, Finland, that aids consumers in making informed purchasing decisions by providing insights into product reviews from across the internet. Utilizing AI-powered software, Witview aggregates and analyzes product review data, creating concise summaries that highlight overall ratings and key strengths and weaknesses of products. Its smart review platform includes a plugin that automatically searches for both consumer ratings and expert reviews, presenting this compiled information in an accessible format to enhance the online shopping experience. This service enables customers to navigate the complexities of product evaluations efficiently, helping them to choose products that best meet their needs.

Hydrohex

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Hydrohex Ltd, established in 2015 and located in Turku, Finland, specializes in designing and developing fitness solutions focused on water workouts for public pools, spas, and fitness clubs. The company's innovative platform delivers virtual aqua fitness exercises, allowing facilities to offer online water workouts that complement traditional instructor-led classes. This service is particularly beneficial during off-peak hours, enabling health clubs, spas, and hotels to maximize the utility of their swimming pools and provide engaging fitness options for their customers. Through its software, Hydrohex enhances the fitness experience, turning standard pools into virtual aqua fitness studios.

Manna Insect

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Manna Insect Oy is a Finnish company based in Oulu that specializes in processing biowaste into valuable proteins and bio-oil using black soldier fly larvae. Founded in 2018, the company employs innovative and mobile solutions to convert local biowaste into high-protein animal feed and organic fertilizer. Manna Insect utilizes automated growing environments designed for industrial-scale operations, ensuring efficiency in insect farming. Additionally, the company provides a digital platform known as the Insect Farm Hub, which offers training, resources, and tools for insect farming, including an AI mentor and management tools for optimal farm operations. This approach enables businesses to access affordable animal feed while promoting sustainable waste management practices.

Duunitori

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Duunitori Oy operates a comprehensive job listing platform that connects job seekers with employers in the recruitment market. Founded in 2009 and based in Helsinki, Finland, the company offers a range of services, including job advertising, employer branding, and a job search engine that aggregates career opportunities. Duunitori also provides a web-based applicant tracking tool that allows users to compile resumes, comment on, rank, and monitor job candidates. With a strong presence in social media, Duunitori manages numerous communities, delivering valuable career advice and job listings to targeted audiences. The platform has gained significant traction in Finland, with approximately 2.5 million job ads viewed monthly and a following of 250,000 across various social media channels. By leveraging internet technologies and social media, Duunitori enables recruiters to efficiently reach qualified candidates and streamline the hiring process.
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