The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is a multilateral development finance institution established in 1990. Headquartered in London, it operates primarily in Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean. The EBRD provides a range of financial products and services, including loans, equity investments, and guarantees, to support private sector development and promote sustainable growth. It serves various sectors such as agribusiness, energy, finance, and infrastructure, and also offers policy dialogue and advisory services. The EBRD has invested over €130 billion in more than 5,200 projects since its inception, playing a significant role in fostering change and economic development in its regions of operation.

Fil Rouge Capital (FRC) invests in early stage businesses from angel investment, seed, VC and Series A rounds through a combination of equity and debt structures. FRC’s approach is to target investments that complement the skills and experience of its Founders so that they can bring more than just capital to help a business grow. Both FRC’s Founders have a core knowledge of technology, services, and an entrepreneurial history that they can bring to the benefit of an investment. FRC is Europe-centric, and with a base in Ljubljana, Slovenia, there is an additional focus on Central and Eastern Europe, Austria and Southern Germany. On an opportunistic basis FRC will look at deals throughout Europe and also the United States. The Founders are well-connected to accelerators in Central Europe and in Silicon Valley.

South Central Ventures, established in 2015, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Zagreb, Croatia, with additional offices in Belgrade, Serbia; Ljubljana, Slovenia; and Skopje, Macedonia. The firm specializes in direct investments in early-stage technology companies, focusing on sectors such as Information and Communications Technology (ICT), SaaS, HealthTech, FinTech, and digital media. It primarily invests in the Balkans, with a typical investment size ranging from €0.1 million to €3 million per company, aiming for a stake between 25% and 49%. South Central Ventures has invested in approximately 40 early-stage tech companies, playing a significant role in the regional start-up ecosystem.

KfW, established in 1948, is a state-owned investment and development bank based in Frankfurt, Germany. As the promotional bank of the Federal Republic of Germany, it operates through several segments, offering a wide range of financing and investment services. KfW supports small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurship, housing, infrastructure, education, and export finance, both domestically and internationally. It also promotes sustainable development and provides funding for projects that enhance economic, social, and ecological conditions. Additionally, KfW Capital, a subsidiary established in 2018, invests in German and European venture capital and venture debt funds, adhering to Environmental Social Governance (ESG) principles.

Abstraction Capital, established in 2020 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, is an early-stage venture capital firm. It specializes in investing in pre-seed or seed rounds for software companies developing technical tools, APIs, and infrastructure that enhance developer productivity and streamline software workflows. The firm's portfolio includes companies building open-source tools, low-code platforms, and solutions for software observability and DevOps.

Lunar Ventures GmbH, established in 2017 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage investments in technology companies. It specializes in deep tech sectors such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, cybersecurity, big data, and analytics, primarily investing in Europe-based startups. The firm typically allocates between €0.05 million and €0.5 million in equity to companies with an enterprise value ranging from €1 million to €10 million. Lunar Ventures is led by a team of three partners with expertise in both science and business within deep tech companies.

HV Capital is a venture capital firm based in Munich and Berlin, established in 2000. Formerly known as HV Holtzbrinck Ventures, the firm is recognized as one of Europe's leading early-stage and growth investors, specializing in internet and technology sectors. With a total fund size of €1.7 billion, HV Capital has invested in approximately 200 companies, including notable names like Zalando, Delivery Hero, FlixMobility, and SumUp. The firm supports startups with capital ranging from €500,000 to €50 million, enabling it to finance companies across all growth phases. HV Capital focuses on various industries, including fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, mobility, and education, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation in diverse sectors.

Fortino Capital I, established in 2016, is a Belgium-based venture capital fund managed by Fortino Capital Partners. The fund, founded in 2013, specializes in growth capital investments, focusing on early and mid-cycle business-to-business Software as a Service (SaaS) companies. Its primary investment sectors are software, communications, and networking, with a regional focus on Western Europe, particularly the Benelux countries. Fortino Capital I provides expansion capital and expertise to exceptional entrepreneurs, aiding in the development of growth-enabling SaaS platforms primarily designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Additionally, the fund supports companies aiming to reinvent their business models through best-in-class management practices and state-of-the-art technologies.

Summit Partners, established in 1984, is a global alternative investment firm headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in Palo Alto and London. The company specializes in growth equity investments, focusing on rapidly growing companies across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and life sciences. Summit invests in businesses with proven track records and significant growth potential, typically ranging from $5 million to $500 million per company. The firm's investment strategy involves enhancing the value of its portfolio companies through infrastructure development, executive recruitment, strategic advice, and operational support. Summit Partners has raised nearly $15 billion in capital and has invested in over 460 companies, facilitating more than 125 public offerings and 130 strategic sales or mergers.

Korelya Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2016 and headquartered in Paris, France, with additional offices in London, Seoul, and Singapore. The firm is dedicated to supporting European technology start-ups by providing them with capital for growth and facilitating their expansion into Asian markets. Korelya Capital leverages its strong connections with leading Asian corporations and its extensive network within Asian tech ecosystems to offer portfolio companies more than just financial backing. By focusing on ambitious founders, Korelya Capital aims to help build global technology champions, drawing on its experience and market reach to foster innovation and growth in the tech sector.

Invests in first and second lien debt; unitranche loans, mezzanine debt, equity and to support middle-market companies.

Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital is a private equity platform based in New York, focusing on late-stage growth investments across various high-growth sectors, including technology, healthcare, consumer products, and digital media. Established in 1986, the firm has nearly three decades of experience in identifying and pursuing growth investment opportunities. Its investment team combines deep expertise in growth equity with a strategic approach aimed at enhancing operational and financial performance in its portfolio companies. By collaborating closely with entrepreneurs and business professionals, Expansion Capital seeks to create proprietary advantages for its investments. The firm also benefits from the extensive brand recognition and global network of Morgan Stanley, which aids in sourcing investment intelligence and opportunities.

BMO Global Asset Management, headquartered in Chicago with an additional office in Sydney, is a subsidiary of Bank of Montreal. It is a global investment firm dedicated to serving a wide range of clients, including institutions, wealth managers, advisers, and private investors. The company offers access to specialist boutique investment teams worldwide, providing outcome-oriented services across various asset classes. Its portfolio spans private equity funds and stakes in individual private businesses, carefully selected for medium to long-term capital growth and attractive dividends. BMO Global Asset Management is part of BMO Financial Group, one of North America's largest financial institutions.

R12 Kapital, established in 2009 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, is a private equity firm specializing in buyout investments. It focuses on the commercial products, technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT), and industrial sectors, providing strategic advice and development support to its portfolio companies.

EASME is a European Union executive agency that supports small and medium-sized enterprises and promotes innovation in Europe. It manages projects in the areas of small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as the environment, energy, and maritime sectors, funded by COSME, LIFE, and EMFF. EASME organizes the European Sustainable Energy Week and serves industries such as environmental management, energy production, and maritime activities.

Convent Capital is a private equity firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, established in 2011. The firm specializes in buy-outs, buy-ins, and growth capital investments in small and medium-sized enterprises, primarily focusing on companies headquartered in the Netherlands and those based in Belgium and Luxembourg. Convent Capital targets investments in businesses with an enterprise value ranging from €10 million to €50 million and an EBITDA between €2 million and €8 million. The firm emphasizes sustainability and seeks to create value through strategic and operational improvements. Convent Capital generally aims to acquire majority stakes in its portfolio companies, with a particular interest in the agriculture and food sectors.

The European Investment Bank (EIB), established in 1958, is a long-term lending institution owned by the EU Member States. Headquartered in Luxembourg, it offers a wide range of financing solutions, including project loans, loans to banks and intermediaries, venture capital funds, and equity investments. EIB also provides structured finance products, guarantees, and securitization instruments, along with advisory services for infrastructure projects, urban development, and small to medium-sized enterprises. Its portfolio is predominantly composed of loans (93.08%), with a small portion allocated to debt and fixed income, shares, and other assets. EIB's mission is to support European integration and social cohesion, primarily within the European Union and internationally.

Axel Johnson is a private investment company, founded in 1920 and owned by the Johnson family of Stockholm, Sweden. The corporate entity serves as the home for a diverse group of industry-leading businesses, with revenues of approximately $4.0 billion and over 1,000 employees in 2011. Axel Johnson Inc. specializes in acquiring and investing in companies across various sectors including service, healthcare, technology, energy, and logistics. The firm typically holds a minority ownership in its investments and operates as a principal investment firm under the Lexa International Corporation. With offices in New York and Charlottesville, Axel Johnson Inc. focuses on owning and operating acquired businesses to drive growth and success in the market.

Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV is an international manufacturer of baking products, operating in over 22 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company specializes in a wide array of products, including packed bread, sweet baked goods, salty snacks, cookies, tortillas, pitas, and confectionery items. Key brands under Grupo Bimbo include Bimbo, Ideal, Ricolino, Oroweat, Arnold, Thomas, and Sara Lee. The company maintains a robust direct distribution network, ensuring that products are efficiently delivered from its manufacturing facilities located in regions such as Uruguay, Rio de Janeiro, China, Santiago de Chile, and Argentina to various sales centers and warehouses. Grupo Bimbo's extensive product range includes sliced bread, buns, pastries, cakes, cookies, toast, English muffins, bagels, tortillas, flatbreads, and other snack items.

Crescat Capital is a global macro asset management firm.

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., established in 1869, is a global leader in investment banking, securities, and investment management. It operates in four primary segments: Investment Banking, Institutional Client Services, Investing & Lending, and Investment Management. The company provides a wide range of services, including financial advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, underwriting services for various securities, client execution services for fixed income, currencies, commodities, and equities, securities services, and wealth advisory services. It serves a diverse client base comprising corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Additionally, Goldman Sachs invests in a broad array of asset classes, including debt securities, equity securities, real estate, and private equity, demonstrating its commitment to driving growth and innovation across industries.

Telekom Slovenije is a telecommunications operator based in Slovenia, established in 1995. The company provides a wide range of communications services, including fixed and mobile communication, digital and television content, multimedia services, and digital advertising. Additionally, Telekom Slovenije engages in the construction and maintenance of telecommunication networks, as well as offering system integration and cloud computing services. While the majority of its revenue is generated from operations in Slovenia, the company also maintains a presence in several other countries, including Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, and Serbia.

Eleven Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Sofia, Bulgaria, specializing in early-stage investments in technology-driven startups. Founded in 2012, the firm focuses on sectors such as Fintech, HealthTech, e-commerce, the Future of Food, the Future of Work, software tools and platforms, consumer products, Sportstech, gaming, Adtech, mobility, and home automation. Eleven Ventures typically invests between €0.025 million and €0.5 million, taking minority stakes in its portfolio companies, generally ranging from 6% to 30% equity. The firm runs a three-month accelerator program quarterly, mentoring 10-15 teams per cycle, providing not only capital but also office space and back-office support. Additionally, accepted teams benefit from free deals with technology service providers, enhancing their operational capabilities. Eleven Ventures aims to foster a vibrant startup ecosystem in Southeast Europe, particularly in Bulgaria, while also being open to investing in startups from other countries, provided they participate in the program.

WestTech Ventures is a Berlin-based venture capital firm established in 2013, specializing in pre-seed and seed investments in B2B software startups across Germany. The firm concentrates on sectors such as enterprise SaaS, automation, climate solutions, the future of work, and health, aiming to support companies that strive for a positive global impact through technology. With extensive experience from over 80 direct and indirect investments, WestTech Ventures positions itself as a knowledgeable partner in the startup ecosystem, fostering growth and innovation in emerging ventures.

Sunsino Venture Group is a venture capital firm based in Taipei, Taiwan, founded in 1994. The firm has invested in over 200 companies across Taiwan and the United States, focusing primarily on the healthcare, technology, and software sectors. With approximately US$150 million in assets under management, Sunsino Venture Group aims to support innovative companies that demonstrate growth potential in these industries.

Allectus Capital Limited is a venture capital investment firm based in Hamilton, Bermuda, specializing in a value-focused technology portfolio that includes both listed and unlisted companies. The firm aims to invest in and nurture potentially disruptive businesses primarily within the fintech, health, and deep-tech sectors. Allectus Capital manages approximately USD $300 million in technology investments, mainly in the Asia Pacific and United Kingdom regions, on behalf of its parent company, ICM Limited, and UIL Limited. The firm emphasizes collaboration with its portfolio companies through regular management engagement and active communication, seeking deep value in its investments while keeping an eye on future growth potential.

European Regional Development Fund encourages innovation, enhances regeneration, and provides support to businesses in the European Union.

Mid Europa Partners is a private equity firm specializing in buyouts, with a focus on the growth markets of Central and Eastern Europe and Turkey. The firm, established in 1999, has raised approximately €4.6 billion across multiple funds. Mid Europa's investment strategy is to acquire mid-market, market-leading companies in domestic-focused growth industries across the region. The team, predominantly from the region, combines local investment and operational experience with Western European practices in due diligence, deal structuring, financing, and value creation. Since inception, the firm has completed 30 investments across 18 countries, demonstrating a pan-regional approach.

HBM Healthcare Investments, established in 2001 and headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, is a venture capital firm specializing in the healthcare sector. It invests globally in mature, emerging companies in human medicine, biotechnology, medical technology, and diagnostics. The firm's portfolio comprises approximately 40 companies, with two-thirds being private, offering high value creation potential. HBM focuses on companies with advanced or market-available products, aiming to generate returns for its broad shareholder base.

Silicon Gardens is a venture capital investment firm established in 2019 and based in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The company focuses on investing in innovative and technology-driven businesses, fostering a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem. With over 500 members, Silicon Gardens is rapidly expanding its network and influence within the region, often referred to as a hub for technology entrepreneurship akin to other global tech centers. By identifying and supporting promising startups, Silicon Gardens aims to cultivate growth and innovation in the Slovenian technology landscape.

AXA Venture Partners, established in 2015, is a global venture capital firm headquartered in Paris, France, and backed by AXA. It invests in high-growth, technology-enabled companies across various stages, from seed to growth, with a focus on enterprise software, fintech, insurtech, consumer tech, and digital health sectors. The firm manages $600 million across three investment strategies: Early Stage Fund, Growth Stage Fund, and Fund of Funds. To date, AVP has invested in 40 early and growth equity deals and 6 fund investments, supporting companies' global expansion and acceleration through strategic business development opportunities.

3TS Capital Partners, established in 1999, is a Helsinki-based private equity and venture capital firm specializing in growth equity investments. It focuses on small and mid-sized technology companies across Europe, with a particular emphasis on the technology & internet, media & communications, and technology-enabled services sectors. The firm invests between €1 million and €30 million per company, typically seeking a significant minority or majority stake and a board seat. 3TS provides expansion capital and buyout funding, aiming to exit investments within three to five years through trade sales or IPOs. Its investors include prominent institutions such as the European Investment Fund (EIF), European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and 3i. The firm's team of experts becomes active business partners, delivering value beyond financing, and collaborates with sector partners, co-investors, and industry experts. 3TS is an active member of several international industry associations, including the European Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (EVCA).

Founded in 1989, Small Enterprise Assistance Funds is an investment firm based in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm offers term loans, subordinated loans, mezzanine financing, equity, venture debt, early and later-stage venture financing, bridge, and other financial solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. Small Enterprise Assistance Funds companies in Africa, Asia, Central, and Eastern Europe, and Latin America.

Hardware Club Ventures (HCVC) is a Paris-based venture capital firm established in 2014, with additional offices in Taipei, Tokyo, and San Francisco. It focuses on early-stage investments in hardtech companies worldwide, with a particular interest in digital health, AI, new sensors, connected devices, and consumer hardware. HCVC invests between $0.1 million and $1.5 million, supporting fearless founders tackling complex problems. Beyond capital, HCVC offers resources and collaboration through Hardware Club, a global community of over 500 startups. The firm has raised $50 million from institutional investors, targeting 10-15 companies over three years across Europe, North America, Asia, and Israel.

SIX FinTech Ventures is the venture capital arm of SIX Group AG, established on December 1, 2017, and based in Zurich, Switzerland. It focuses on early-stage startups, primarily targeting Seed to Series A investments within the financial technology sector. The firm seeks to invest in various segments of the financial industry, including wealth management, capital markets, RegTech, and token ecosystems, while also exploring emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things, and augmented/virtual reality. SIX FinTech Ventures prefers to invest primarily in Switzerland and Western Europe, while also considering opportunities in other global regions. Its initial investment typically ranges from CHF 0.2 million to CHF 3 million in the first round.

Innova Capital Sp. z o.o. is a private equity firm specializing in growth capital, buyouts, buyins, bridge financing, founder succession solutions, corporate spin-offs, buy and build, replacement capital, platform strategies, and cross-border expansion, acquisitions, and development capital in mature and middle market companies. It does not invest in turnarounds or start-ups. The firm seeks to invest in construction, manufacturing, energy, technology, media, financial services, consumer goods, telecommunication companies, industrial compounds and automotive, healthcare, outsourcing, and other business services. It prefers to invest in companies based in Central Europe and Central Eastern Europe with a focus on Poland, Slovakia, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Moldova, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Germany, and Austria. The firm typically invests between €5 million ($5.96 million) and €75 million ($96 million) in its portfolio companies with enterprise value between $50 million and $184 million. It seeks both majority and minority stakes in its portfolio companies. The firm can provide additional equity, debt, and mezzanine capital through its network of co-investors, senior lenders, and investment banks. It prefers to invest for a period of three to five years, and exits by either sale to a strategic investor or via an initial public offering of shares. Innova Capital Sp. z o.o. was founded in 1994 and is based in Warsaw, Poland with an additional office in Bucharest, Romania.

Zendesk, established in 2007, is a leading customer service platform that develops and provides cloud-based software solutions. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Zendesk empowers organizations to enhance customer engagement and understanding by offering a unified, multi-channel customer communication system. Its software, easy to use and implement, enables businesses to scale quickly, focus on innovation, and serve over 150,000 customers across diverse industries and languages.

BlackPeak Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 2014 and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, with additional offices in Bucharest, Ljubljana, and Vienna. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth small and medium-sized enterprises in Southeast Europe, particularly in Romania, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia. BlackPeak Capital specializes in early and mid-venture investments, mezzanine financing, and hybrid capital, while specifically avoiding sectors such as gambling, logging, and financial institutions. The firm seeks opportunities in niche manufacturing, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), information technology, industrials, and healthcare, preferring export-oriented companies or those with unique technology. It typically invests between €4 million and €10 million in each transaction, taking significant minority or majority stakes. BlackPeak Capital also engages in co-investments and raises follow-on equity and debt, with exit strategies that include trade sales or initial public offerings. The firm is supported by the European Investment Fund through the JEREMIE initiative, which focuses on fostering the growth of small and medium enterprises in the region.

DöhlerGroup is a global provider of natural ingredient systems and integrated solutions tailored for the food and beverage industry. The company specializes in producing and marketing technology-driven ingredients that enhance the quality and appeal of food products. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, DöhlerGroup serves a diverse range of clients, helping them to create products that meet consumer demands for natural and healthy options.

HPS Investment Partners, established in 2007, is a global investment firm specializing in non-investment grade credit. With over 200 employees, including 93 investment professionals, and offices in New York and nine other global locations, HPS manages approximately $30 billion in assets. The firm offers a range of investment strategies, from syndicated leveraged loans and high-yield bonds to senior secured debt, mezzanine financing, and asset-based leasing. HPS caters to companies of various sizes, providing customized investment solutions. Originally formed as a unit of Highbridge Capital Management, a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan Asset Management, HPS was acquired by its principals in 2016.

British American Tobacco (BAT) is a multinational tobacco and nicotine company headquartered in London, UK. Established in 1902, BAT manufactures and markets a wide range of tobacco products globally, including cigarettes, vapour and tobacco heating products, oral tobacco and nicotine products, cigars, and e-cigarettes. Its extensive portfolio comprises over 60 brands, with leading cigarette brands such as Dunhill, Kent, Pall Mall, Lucky Strike, and Rothmans. BAT also has a significant presence in next-generation products, with brands like Vuse in vaping, Glo in heated tobacco, and Velo in modern oral tobacco. Additionally, BAT holds a 25.5% stake in ITC Limited, India's largest cigarette company. The company's subsidiary, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Company Limited, operates in Bangladesh, manufacturing and marketing cigarettes under brands like Benson & Hedges, John Player Gold Leaf, and Lucky Strike.

LAUNCHub Ventures, established in 2012 and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, is a leading early-stage venture capital fund investing in technology startups in Central and Southeastern Europe. The firm focuses on Seed and Series A funding stages, with initial investments ranging from €300K to €2M, and the capacity to lead rounds up to €4M. LAUNCHub Ventures invests in scalable businesses with initial traction, led by passionate founders from the region, whether they are based in South-Eastern Europe or global startup hubs like London and San Francisco. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, providing extensive support to founders beyond capital, including a 'Series A academy' program to help portfolio companies reach milestones and secure follow-on funding. Since its inception, LAUNCHub Ventures has played a significant role in growing the CEE startup ecosystem and has attracted prominent international VC firms to follow its investments.

SeedBlink is a crowdfunding platform based in Bucharest, Romania, founded in 2020. The company specializes in sourcing, vetting, financing, and scaling technology start-ups, positioning itself as a key player in the European investment landscape. By leveraging software and an exclusive network, SeedBlink aims to reduce barriers for both investors and founders, enabling access to venture capital opportunities. The platform serves a diverse range of sectors, including business products and services, energy, financial services, healthcare, consumer products, information technology, cleantech, oncology, mobile, cybersecurity, e-commerce, and health tech.

Oktogon Ventures is a venture capital investment firm established in 2019 and headquartered in Budapest, Hungary. The firm focuses on early-stage technology-based startups across Central and Eastern Europe, specifically targeting markets in Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Poland, Croatia, Romania, Slovenia, and Bulgaria. Oktogon Ventures aims to support startups with strong founding teams and core technologies that demonstrate significant growth potential and global appeal from their inception. The firm leverages its extensive local expertise, operational background, and a robust network of connections to assist these startups in realizing their full potential. Oktogon Ventures has established relationships with various co-investment partners and maintains strong ties with top-tier venture capital firms and angel investors in the United States and Western Europe, positioning it well to foster innovation and growth in the region.

ExtensionEngine, LLC, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Boston, focuses on developing online education platforms. With additional offices in New York, Croatia, and Tel Aviv, the company serves a diverse client base that includes universities, corporations, and prominent learning institutions. ExtensionEngine is technology agnostic, allowing it to integrate both off-the-shelf and custom solutions to create tailored educational experiences. The company has particular expertise in Open edX, enhancing its ability to deliver effective online learning solutions.

Rimac is a technology powerhouse that manufactures electric hypercars and provides full technology solutions to global automotive manufacturers. Founded in 2009 with headquarters in Croatia, Rimac started as a garage project and grew into a globally recognized technology leader, built upon the passion and vision of the company's Founder and CEO Mate Rimac. It has challenged the status-quo with the vision to revolutionize and reinvent the sports car with its unique technology thus successfully tackling the electrification challenge set upon the automotive industry.

FreshBooks is a cloud-based accounting software company that simplifies financial management for business owners. Serving customers in over 160 countries, it offers an intuitive platform for invoicing, expense management, online payments, and time tracking. The software is designed to automate time-consuming tasks, allowing small businesses to maintain professional bookkeeping with ease. FreshBooks is recognized for its exceptional customer support, having received multiple accolades for its service quality. With offices in Canada, Croatia, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United States, FreshBooks caters to businesses of all sizes, helping them streamline their financial processes and enhance client engagement.

AlpVent is a Swiss investment company based in Zug that specializes in supporting promising start-ups. Founded in 2016, the firm leverages 25 years of entrepreneurial experience to understand and address the needs of entrepreneurs. AlpVent provides not only investment capital but also management consulting services, offering what is often referred to as "smart money" support. Recognizing that many founders excel in product development but struggle with promotion, AlpVent has created a dedicated sales department. This team offers sales analyses and consulting services, and can even act as an agent or distributor for start-ups. Their services are tailored for the competitive German-speaking markets and South-Eastern Europe, including Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia. The firm focuses on investments in sectors such as transportation, commercial products, software, and manufacturing.

EnerCap Capital Partners is the manager of EnerCap Power Fund I L.P., a €98 million closed-end ten year fund aimed at achieving enhanced returns on a portfolio of renewable energy investments across Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe. The Fund invests in projects and companies in wind energy, biomass energy, energy efficiency technologies, solar energy, small hydro power, and projects generating carbon credits. EnerCap has developed an extensive portfolio of investments and pipeline of opportunities and partnerships with leading regional wind developers with projects in Poland, Slovakia, Hungary and Croatia. The fund is expected to be fully invested by end-2011.

MOL Group is a multinational integrated oil and gas corporation based in Hungary, engaged in various segments including exploration, production, refining, and petrochemical manufacturing. The company operates upstream activities focused on oil and gas exploration and production, while its downstream segment generates the majority of revenue through the refining of crude oil into a wide range of products such as gasoline, diesel, heating oil, aviation fuel, lubricants, bitumen, sulfur, and liquefied petroleum gas. Additionally, MOL Group provides consumer services and operates in gas midstream activities. Its products are marketed for household, industrial, and transportation use, with sales extending across Hungary, Croatia, Slovakia, Italy, the Czech Republic, Romania, Austria, and other regions globally.