Smartup Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Tehran, Iran, established in 2015. It invests in Iranian startups and accelerates growth by building strong partnerships with entrepreneurs, skilled professionals, business developers, angel investors, and other venture investors. The firm focuses on creating value by supporting portfolio companies through collaboration, resources, and strategic guidance to help them scale operations and reach broader markets.

Anetwork is the largest cost per click (CPC) platform in Iran, operating out of Tehran. The company specializes in digital marketing and online advertising, providing a comprehensive suite of services to help brands promote their products and services effectively. Anetwork's platform features banner displays across 6,100 websites, allowing clients to engage audiences only when they click on the advertisements. Its offerings include banner design, campaign development, email marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), and social media management. Additionally, Anetwork provides advanced targeting capabilities, such as geo and time-based targeting, retargeting solutions, and content creation. The company aims to facilitate businesses in reaching new customers and enhancing their sales experience through innovative online marketing strategies.

Invest AG is the private equity and venture capital arm of Raiffeisenlandesbank Oberösterreich Aktiengesellschaft, specializing in investments in small and medium-sized enterprises. Established in 1994 and headquartered in Linz, Austria, the firm manages a portfolio of approximately 180 million euros, focusing on expansion and growth financing, management buyouts, and other financial strategies, while avoiding investments in tourism and restructuring. It generally invests between 1.5 million and 15 million euros, seeking a stake of no more than 49 percent in the companies it supports. The firm operates primarily in southern Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a particular emphasis on the Upper Austrian region for young entrepreneurs. Invest AG has invested in over 140 companies across various sectors and aims to exit its investments through methods such as IPOs and trade sales. The firm prides itself on providing long-term stability and expertise to its partners, assisting them in operational, commercial, and strategic matters.

Founded in 2011, Cento Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm specializing in Series A investments in under-invested emerging digital markets across Southeast Asia. The company focuses on backing digital companies that blend local insights with proven business models, aiming to support entrepreneurs building regional leaders.

Founded in Singapore in 1968, DBS Bank offers a comprehensive range of banking services for individuals and businesses. It provides personal banking services including credit cards, digital banking, and wealth management, along with business banking solutions such as corporate lending, trade finance, cash management, and advisory services. With operations across Asia, the bank serves customers in various sectors.

Rockstart is an early-stage accelerator and impact investor based in Amsterdam with international reach, founded in 2011. It supports purpose-driven founders building in energy, health, agrifood, and emerging technologies by providing capital, hands-on mentorship, and access to a global network of co-investors, mentors, partners, and corporates. The firm operates across Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Bogota, and maintains a team of professionals who help startups scale, connect to markets, and navigate funding rounds. Rockstart has backed more than 350 startups, with a focus on generating positive social or environmental impact while achieving growth.

Goldfish Fund is a venture capital firm established in 2001 and based in Vilnius, Lithuania. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage startups within Frontier Markets, seeking opportunities that demonstrate strong potential for growth. Goldfish Fund focuses on a diverse array of sectors, including e-commerce, security, retail, food, restaurant chains, beauty, entertainment, robotics, travel technology, mobile applications, marketplaces, and internet technology. The firm aims to support companies with exceptional products and talented teams that aspire to develop into world-class enterprises.

Lok Capital is an impact investment firm based in Gurgaon, India, founded in 2004. It concentrates on early-stage and growth investments across India in financial services, healthcare, agriculture and livelihoods, climate and sustainability, and fintech, aiming to back Series A+ ventures that deliver affordable, accessible solutions for underserved communities. The firm uses a multi-dimensional impact framework examining promoter intent, gender, income, geography, and underserved segments. Lok Capital has raised funds totaling over $200 million and is pursuing a fourth fund of roughly $150–$200 million. It maintains an India-focused presence with offices in multiple cities and traces its origins to philanthropic support, including a Rockefeller Foundation grant. Through its investments, Lok Capital seeks to expand financial inclusion, improve healthcare and livelihoods, and promote climate-friendly development.

Founded in 2014, Cairn Homes is a leading Irish homebuilder focused on delivering high-quality residential properties. The company's design-led approach prioritizes understanding customers' needs and collaborating with talented designers to create innovative living spaces. With a strong team and well-governed structure, Cairn Homes aims to contribute meaningfully to Ireland's housing market by providing quality new homes.

Otiva is a Swedish venture capital firm founded in 2017. It focuses on equity investments from Series A to late growth stages, demonstrating flexibility and long-term commitment with no fixed holding period.

European Investment Bank is the EU's long-term lending institution owned by its member states. It finances public and private sector projects across transportation, energy, telecommunications, health, education, water, housing, and other sectors in the European Union and beyond. The bank provides a range of financing tools including project loans, guarantees, debt and equity investments, and risk-sharing arrangements, as well as microfinance and venture capital funds. It also offers advisory services, infrastructure funding, and support for urban development, PPPs, and sustainable energy projects. Through infrastructure and environmental funds and partnerships with banks and intermediaries, it supports SMEs, innovation, and the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Japan Tobacco is a multinational corporation operating primarily in the tobacco industry. It produces and sells cigarettes under renowned brands such as Winston, Camel, Mevius, LD, Logic, and Ploom. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, with operations spanning over 70 countries and products sold in more than 130 countries worldwide.

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.

Tesi, established in 1995, is a Finnish government agency that promotes business growth and employment through strategic investments. It manages a portfolio exceeding €570 million, investing directly in companies and through venture capital funds. Tesi's focus is on stimulating growth, internationalisation, spin-offs, major industrial investments, and restructurings across various sectors.

Mercedes-Benz Group designs, manufactures and markets passenger cars and vans under the Mercedes-Benz brand. It also provides mobility and financial services including financing, leasing, car subscriptions and rental, fleet management, digital charging and payment solutions, and insurance brokerage, plus mobility services. The group emphasizes innovative, green technologies and a safe, high-quality driving experience, with a focus on electric and software-driven mobility and autonomous driving. It operates globally with manufacturing and service networks to support customers and advance its mobility ecosystem.