Startup Wise Guys

Startup Wise Guys is a prominent early-stage investor based in Tallinn, Estonia, recognized as one of the leading venture capital funds in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region and the Nordics. Since its inception in 2012, it has operated a renowned startup accelerator that has supported over 165 startups, primarily in sectors such as B2B SaaS, Fintech, and Cybersecurity. The intensive three-month program aims to validate, develop, and market products to business clients, benefiting from the guidance of more than 200 mentors. The accelerator culminates in Demo Days and attendance at major tech events, providing startups the opportunity to pitch to investors. With a startup survival and success rate exceeding 77%, the program has facilitated two major exits and fosters a robust alumni network of over 145 startups across more than 40 countries. Additionally, Startup Wise Guys manages specific funds targeting investments in various sectors, including technology and clean tech, with a focus on early-stage ventures.

Alexandra Balkova

Partner

Egita Polanska

Program & Partnerships in SEE and Venture Partner in Italy

Past deals in Croatia

Funderbeam

Venture Round in 2021
Funderbeam is an innovative platform that facilitates investing and trading in equity stakes of private companies, primarily targeting early-stage investments. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with an additional office in London, Funderbeam operates as the world's first primary and secondary marketplace for early-stage investments, utilizing blockchain technology for security. The platform enables founders to raise funds while providing liquidity opportunities for early-stage equity investors. In addition to its main operations, Funderbeam also has a subsidiary based in Zagreb, Croatia, which focuses on equity crowdfunding, further expanding its reach to support investors and startups in South-East Europe.