MUFG Bank, Ltd., established in 1957, is a prominent commercial bank headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with a global presence in 41 countries. It offers a comprehensive suite of banking products and services, including loans, deposits, guarantees, remittances, foreign exchange, derivatives, cash management, trade finance, and asset finance. As a subsidiary of MUFG Bank, Ltd., it operates as part of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's largest banks with approximately $3.2 trillion in assets. MUFG's services span corporate and investment banking, transaction services, and personal banking, catering to individual, corporate, and institutional clients worldwide.

Vision Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage companies. The firm seeks to identify and support innovative startups across various sectors, providing them with the necessary resources and guidance to scale and succeed in competitive markets. By leveraging industry insights and a network of experienced professionals, Vision Ventures aims to foster growth and drive value creation for its portfolio companies.

Neulogy Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Bratislava, Slovakia, founded in 2013. The firm focuses on making investments at the seed and Series A stages, targeting a diverse range of sectors including media, cleantech, data analytics, productivity applications, medtech, infrastructure, fintech, security, 3D, e-commerce, information and communication technology, new energy, and medical diagnostics. Neulogy Ventures is dedicated to fostering talented entrepreneurs and enhancing the success of their companies in the global market. Its approach is characterized by a commitment to professionalism, transparency, and active involvement with both portfolio companies and investors.

Crowdberry is an investment platform based in Bratislava, Slovakia, established in 2015. It specializes in providing growth capital to innovative startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. The platform enables private investors to directly invest in a diverse range of target companies, including those in sectors such as impact investing and real estate. By connecting these companies with investors, Crowdberry aims to foster long-term value creation and support the overall growth of the domestic economy. The company is committed to principles of transparency, fairness, and mutual accountability between founders and investors.

Antin Infrastructure Partners, established in 2007, is a European private equity firm headquartered in Paris, with offices in London, Luxembourg, New York, and Singapore. The company specializes in infrastructure investments, targeting controlling stakes in the energy, telecoms, transport, and social sectors across North America and Europe.

Genesis Capital Ltd. is a private equity firm specializing in financing for acquisitions, management buyouts and buyins, sector consolidation, leveraged buyouts, industry consolidation, and growth capital financing. It does not invest in real estate, military equipment, adult entertainment, gambling and tobacco products and spirits. It seeks to invest in technology, media and telecommunication investments and provide capital to internet technology companies. The firm typically invests in companies based in, Czech Republic Slovakia, Poland, Hungary and Austria. It seeks to invest €4 million ($4.55 million) up to €12 million ($13.64 million) per company. The firm prefers to provide funding for three years to seven years period. Genesis Capital Ltd. was founded in 1999 and is based in Prague, Czech Republic with an additional office in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Fitek Group is a financial process automation solutions provider based in Tallinn, Estonia, with operations in Latvia, Lithuania, and Slovakia. Established in 1995, the company specializes in optimizing and automating a wide range of financial processes, including purchase invoice management, document workflow, and complex sales invoice solutions. Fitek serves over 1,000 clients across the Baltic states, Nordic countries, and Central Europe, including leading banks, telecoms, public sector institutions, and various other industries. The company employs more than 130 qualified professionals dedicated to delivering efficient financial solutions that can significantly reduce resource allocation by up to five times. Through its innovative services, Fitek aims to enhance operational efficiency for its customers while lowering their costs.

Accession Capital Partners, previously known as Mezzanine Management Finanz- und Unternehmensberatungs GmbH, is a private equity firm established in 2000 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria. The firm specializes in mezzanine financing, focusing on management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth capital investments in mature, middle-market companies. Accession Capital Partners targets sectors such as financial services, healthcare, consumer goods, business services, manufacturing, and information technology, with a particular emphasis on new European Union member states in Central and Eastern Europe, including Poland, Slovakia, Romania, and Bulgaria. The firm typically invests between €5 million and €50 million in companies with sales values ranging from €10 million to €400 million, enterprise values between €20 million and €400 million, and EBITDA from €2 million to €50 million. Accession Capital Partners does not engage in investments related to real estate, alcohol, tobacco, firearms, project finance, startups, or high-tech companies. With a strong local presence and established relationships in the region, the firm has positioned itself as a preferred partner for financial sponsors and business owners.

Brookfield Asset Management, established in 1899, is a global asset management firm specializing in four primary sectors: real estate, renewable energy, infrastructure, and private equity. The company invests in high-quality assets within these areas, aiming to generate long-term value for its clients.

Invest Equity Management Consulting GmbH is a private equity firm established in 1998 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, with an additional office in Prague, Czech Republic. The firm specializes in providing growth capital and engaging in various types of investments, including management buy-outs, institutional buy-outs, and privatizations. It primarily targets unlisted middle market and later-stage companies across a range of sectors, including consumer products, manufacturing, food and beverage, and healthcare, among others. Invest Equity Management Consulting typically invests between €2 million and €7 million in equity and aims to exit its investments within a timeframe of three to six years. The firm operates throughout Austria and the surrounding European Union countries, including Germany, Switzerland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia.

Zero One Hundred is a venture capital firm established in 2022 and headquartered in Bratislava, Slovakia. The firm focuses on investing in technology startups from Eastern Europe and the Middle East, leveraging a unique entrepreneurial ecosystem to support promising entrepreneurs. By providing both financial backing and access to resources, Zero One Hundred aims to foster innovation and growth within the emerging markets it targets.

365.fintech is a venture capital firm established in 2018 and headquartered in Bratislava, Slovakia. It specializes in pre-seed and seed investments in technology startups within the fintech sector, particularly those that are API-first, infrastructure-focused, and cater to B2B or B2B2C models. The firm primarily targets companies operating in fintech, insurtech, big data, and business intelligence across Central and Eastern Europe and the Baltics. In addition to providing financial support, 365.fintech offers its portfolio companies the opportunity to develop and pilot their products in a live regulated environment, leveraging its connections within a forward-looking banking group to facilitate accelerated market entry.

Origis Energy Ltd. is a solar development and construction firm focused on large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects across Belgium, Greece, Italy, Slovakia, and the United States. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, the company specializes in designing, building, and operating solar farms that provide clean electricity to utilities, corporations, and communities. Origis Energy manages the entire project lifecycle, offering services that encompass site assessment, project development, engineering, procurement, construction, and long-term operations and maintenance. Additionally, the company provides asset management services, which include regulatory monitoring, cash management, and financial reporting. It also offers performance management services, emphasizing plant performance analysis and operational efficiency. Origis Energy is committed to delivering clean energy solutions while facilitating equity and debt financing for its projects.

Bel Fuse Inc is a company that designs, manufactures, and markets a diverse array of electronic components aimed at powering, protecting, and connecting electronic circuits. Their product offerings are categorized into three main areas: magnetic solutions, power solutions and protection, and connectivity solutions. These products find applications across various industries, including telecommunications, networking, computer technology, transportation, defense and aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics. Bel Fuse operates in several geographical regions, with significant revenue generated from the United States, alongside operations in Macao, the United Kingdom, Slovakia, Germany, Switzerland, and other foreign countries.

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.

Benson Oak Capital, established in 1991, is a Prague-based private equity firm with over 50 years of collective experience in the Czech and Slovak markets. The company specializes in buy-outs and growth equity investments, focusing on small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in these regions. Benson Oak Capital has a strong track record, having advised on over 70 debt-raising and M&A transactions worth more than €6 billion. The firm's approach involves sourcing deals before they become public, fostering closer relationships with investee companies and aligning incentives. They actively support their portfolio companies, providing strategic guidance from the early stages of development through to exit. Benson Oak Capital's primary goal is to invest in high-quality businesses and help them achieve enhanced performance, creating value for both investors and the community.

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.

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.

Touzimsky Kapital is an advisory services provider and venture capital investment firm founded in 2011, with bases in Zurich, Switzerland, and Prague, Czech Republic. The company specializes in strategic advisory services related to investments, focusing on formulating tailored strategies for clients. It primarily targets businesses in the Czech Republic and Slovakia that have an annual turnover between 4 and 40 million euros, possess a clear growth-oriented business plan, and demonstrate effective management. Additionally, the firm engages in independent investments or collaborations with private clients in promising projects, leveraging its expertise in strategic advice, financial management, and public relations to support its investment goals.

AURELIUS Equity Opportunities has many years of investment and management experience in various industries and sectors. AURELIUS Equity Opportunities employs its management capacities and the necessary financial resources to invest in product innovation, sales and research in order to develop the potential of its subsidiaries. With offices in Munich, London, Madrid and Stockholm and subsidiaries in Germany, the UK, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Norway, Belgium, Luxembourg, Slovakia, Slovenia, the United States, China, Malaysia, India, Thailand and South Korea, AURELIUS operates throughout the world.

Venture to Future Fund, established in 2020 and headquartered in Bratislava, Slovakia, is a collaborative initiative involving the European Investment Bank, the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic, and the Slovak Investment Holding. It represents the first venture capital fund of its kind in the Central and Eastern European region to attract capital from the EIB. The firm focuses on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that exhibit innovation and uniqueness, particularly in the technology sector. Venture to Future seeks businesses that have at least a partially functioning product, demonstrated market viability, and initial customer engagement. The fund typically invests a minimum of €0.5 million, with average contributions ranging from €1.5 to €2 million, alongside private co-investors under the pari passu principle. Preference is given to Slovak-incorporated SMEs or EU companies with ties to Slovakia.

Integer.pl Group is one of the most successful private postal groups in Europe. In only 3 years, the InPost parcel lockers technology can be found in the following countries: Australia, Chile, Great Britain, Italy, Ireland, Iceland, Lithuania, Latvia, Ukraine, Estonia, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Cyprus, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador and Guatemala. By offering a unique customer experience to its users, as illustrated by an NPS (NET PROMOTER SCORE, as for February 19th) of 89%, Integer.pl Group aims to build a strong global footprint in the global logistics sector. The innovative nature of the InPost parcel locker solution was confirmed by a number of awards that the Group has won, including World Mail Awards 2013, Retail Innovation of the year (2013), Delivery Innovation Excellence UK (2014).

Maspex is a prominent food product manufacturer based in Wadowice, Poland, and holds a leading position in Central and Eastern Europe. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including juices, nectars, soft drinks, water, pasta, jams, sauces, ketchup, ready meals, vegetable preserves, and instant products such as cappuccino and cocoa. Maspex is recognized as the market leader in juices and soft drinks in Poland, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, while also being a top producer in Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Lithuania. Additionally, the company leads the pasta market in Poland and Romania and excels in the production of jams, sauces, and ready meals in Poland. Maspex's extensive portfolio also includes vodka and foreign spirits, catering to a wide array of consumer preferences.

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.

Olympic Entertainment Group AS is a prominent provider of gaming services, operating casinos primarily in the Baltic States, including Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, as well as in Slovakia, Italy, and Malta. The company manages a substantial network of gaming establishments, with a total of 115 casinos and 27 betting points, which together offer a diverse range of entertainment options. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, Olympic Entertainment Group emphasizes customer service and innovative design to enhance the gaming experience. Additionally, the company provides software services, internet solutions, and also operates hotels and bars, contributing to a comprehensive leisure and entertainment portfolio. As of 2018, it functions as a subsidiary of Odyssey Europe AS, which oversees its strategic management and financing.

The European Investment Fund (EIF) is a venture capital and private equity firm established in 1994 and headquartered in Luxembourg. Acting as an investment arm of the European Investment Bank, EIF specializes in enhancing access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Europe. The firm focuses on seed and early-stage investments, particularly in innovative sectors such as information technology, life sciences, and materials. EIF develops venture capital and guarantee instruments tailored to support SMEs, especially in Bulgaria, Slovakia, and Central Eastern Europe, while also targeting investments in Turkey. By making cornerstone investments in various funds, EIF aims to stimulate private investments and foster a dynamic venture capital ecosystem. The firm manages a significant equity investments portfolio and engages in various financing activities, including direct investments and fund of funds, as well as providing guarantees and financial engineering services. Through its efforts, EIF plays a crucial role in promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic growth within the European Union.

Immofinanz is a real estate investment and development company based in Europe, focusing primarily on the retail and office sectors. The company operates in eight core markets, including Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Poland, and Moscow. Immofinanz manages a diverse portfolio of approximately EUR 5.8 billion, encompassing over 380 properties. Its offerings are tailored to flexible property consumers and are categorized under three main brands: myhive for office spaces, VIVO! for shopping centers, and STOP SHOP for retail parks. The company's activities include both the management and development of commercial properties, positioning it as a stable and risk-optimized player in the real estate market.

Slovak Investment Holding (SIH) is a state-owned entity established in 2014, headquartered in Bratislava, Slovakia. It serves as a tool for the Slovak government to facilitate effective and transparent investments that align with public interests. SIH focuses on supporting strategic investments across various sectors, including infrastructure, energy efficiency, waste management, social economy, small and medium-sized enterprises, and the cultural and creative industries. The organization manages approximately €1.2 billion in financial resources, primarily sourced from European Structural and Investment Funds. Unlike traditional grant funding, SIH utilizes returnable financial instruments to finance projects, allowing the state’s investment to be multiplied and ensuring the sustainability of its funding efforts.

Hartenberg Holding is a private equity firm established in 2013 and located in Prague, Czech Republic. The firm focuses on buyout investments, primarily targeting the retail, fast-moving consumer goods, healthcare, services, and utilities sectors. Hartenberg Holding typically invests in companies within the Central European region, specifically in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Germany, and Austria. The firm makes equity investments ranging from €20 million to €100 million in businesses with an enterprise value between €40 million and €200 million.

Mirova, established in 1994 and headquartered in Paris, France, is an asset management firm specializing in sustainable investing. It offers conviction-driven investment strategies, focusing on companies that develop innovative solutions aligned with their corporate social responsibility policies. Mirova covers a broad range of sectors, including energy, mobility, buildings, consumption, resources, technology, health, and finance, with a particular emphasis on sustainability issues such as climate change, pollution control, and resource preservation. The firm also collaborates with external brokers and academic institutions like Cambridge University to provide tailored research and insights. Mirova's investment portfolio spans private equity, fixed-income securities, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects, aiming to deliver both financial performance and environmental and social impact.

Czechoslovak Group is an industrial and technological holding company that focuses on supporting and developing the activities of traditional Czech and Slovak firms. It operates across various sectors, including civil and defense industrial production, specializing in engineering, automotive, rail, aviation, and defense. The company plays a significant role in promoting these industries, fostering innovation, and enhancing the capabilities of its member firms.

CEED Tech is a consortium of five startup accelerators located in Central and Eastern Europe, specifically in Prague, Budapest, Bratislava, Tallinn, and Vilnius. Founded in 2011, CEED Tech focuses on fostering technology companies by providing tailored acceleration programs that last between three to six months. Over the years, it has successfully launched 94 technology startups, helping them secure over €5 million in seed and venture capital. Each selected startup receives initial seed financing of up to €30,000, with the potential for follow-up funding ranging from €30,000 to €250,000 based on their business viability and market potential. CEED Tech's programs are designed around the specific needs of participants, employing best practices from leading global accelerators. The project is co-funded by the European Commission and supported by private investors, who acquire 5% to 15% equity stakes in exchange for their investments.

CB Investment Management, established in 2019 and based in Bratislava, Slovakia, is the growth and expansion investment arm of the Crowdberry investment platform. The firm focuses on supporting seed and pre-seed businesses in Slovakia, aiming to foster their growth across various sectors, including B2B, B2C, energy, financial services, healthcare, and technology. As a subsidiary of Crowdberry, CB Investment Management connects private investors with promising Slovak and Czech companies, leveraging its expertise to facilitate investment opportunities and drive economic development in the region.

Advantage Capital, established in 1992, is a venture capital firm specializing in growth equity, lending, and mezzanine debt capital investments. It focuses on small businesses, particularly those in low-income communities and underserved areas, supporting state and local economic development efforts. The firm invests across various industries, including manufacturing, technology, business services, and renewable energy, with a typical initial investment range of $0.5 million to $10 million. Advantage Capital provides debt capital in forms such as senior debt, subordinated loans, and government-guaranteed lending, as well as equity capital to real estate development firms. It operates from multiple offices across the United States, with a headquarters in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Liberty Global is a London-based holding company that operates primarily in the telecommunications sector. It provides video, voice, and broadband internet services to customers in Europe, Japan, and Chile. The company's core business involves distributing these services through its extensive cable television systems, offering a range of programming options, including digital and high-definition television, video-on-demand, and telephony services. Liberty Global also owns programming networks and has interests in mobile telephony services. As of 2008, its networks passed approximately 34.3 million homes, serving around 15.6 million video subscribers, 6.2 million broadband internet subscribers, and 4.6 million telephony subscribers. Additionally, Liberty Global has a corporate venture arm, Liberty Global Ventures, which invests in technology-based sectors and is headquartered in London.

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.

Speedinvest, established in 2011, is a European venture capital firm headquartered in Vienna, Austria, with additional offices in Berlin, London, Munich, Paris, San Francisco, and a focus on Central and Eastern Europe. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, typically providing between €0.25 million to €3 million, and takes minority stakes, usually up to 20%. Speedinvest invests in sectors such as deep tech, fintech, industrial tech, marketplaces, consumer tech, and digital health, with a hands-on approach, often taking operational roles in portfolio companies for up to a year. The firm aims to provide more than just capital, offering operational support, growth marketing, HR, US business development, and networking assistance through its in-house Platform+ team.

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.

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR) is a global investment firm established in 1976, headquartered in New York. It manages multiple alternative asset classes, including private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, and credit. Through strategic partnerships, KKR also invests in hedge funds. The firm employs a patient and disciplined approach, focusing on long-term value creation and generating attractive returns for its fund investors across various sectors such as business services, consumer products, energy, financial services, and technology.

Continental AG is a prominent global automotive supplier and tire manufacturer, specializing in intelligent technologies, products, and services for the transportation of people and goods. The company operates through several segments, including its automotive group, which focuses on electrical architecture, autonomous mobility, safety and motion, smart mobility, and user experience. Additionally, Continental produces tires and operates ContiTech, which utilizes rubber in various industrial and automotive applications. In recent financial data, the automotive group accounted for approximately 49% of total revenue, followed by tires at 34% and ContiTech at 16%. The company's major clients include Ford, Mercedes-Benz, the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, Stellantis, and Volkswagen, which collectively contribute around 34% of its revenue. Europe remains the largest market for Continental, generating 49% of its total revenue.

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.

Rabobank Group, established in 1898 and headquartered in Utrecht, Netherlands, is a commercial bank that operates globally with a strong emphasis on the food, beverage, and agribusiness sectors. The bank provides a comprehensive range of services, including retail and wholesale banking, asset management, leasing, and real estate services. It specializes in farm financing, corporate banking, mergers and acquisitions, trade finance, and financial advisory services. With a focus on customer needs, Rabobank leverages its extensive network of industry specialists and researchers to deliver tailored solutions. The bank is recognized for its solid financial foundation, supported by a AAA credit rating, which allows it to offer various financing options, including long and short-term loans, overdrafts, and credit facilities. Operating in 46 countries, Rabobank is committed to fostering knowledge-driven relationships and providing innovative services to its clients in the agribusiness sector.

Santander UK, a subsidiary of Banco Santander, is a major financial institution providing a wide range of banking services in the United Kingdom and internationally. It operates through three primary segments: Retail Banking, Corporate & Commercial Banking, and Corporate & Investment Banking. The Retail Banking segment serves individuals and small businesses, offering products such as mortgages, current accounts, savings and investment products, credit cards, personal loans, and insurance. The Corporate & Commercial Banking segment caters to small and medium-sized enterprises, mid corporates, and commercial real estate customers, providing loans, bank accounts, treasury services, invoice discounting, trade finance, and asset finance. The Corporate & Investment Banking segment serves large corporates and financial institutions, offering loans, bank accounts, treasury services, and various financial markets activities. Santander UK is known for its customer-focused approach, providing dedicated Relationship Directors for business clients and striving to make banking straightforward and tailored to individual needs.

J.P. Morgan is a leading financial institution that provides a diverse range of services to its clients. The company specializes in asset management, commercial banking, investment banking, merchant services, securities services, treasury and payments, and wealth management. With a comprehensive global product platform, J.P. Morgan offers tailored solutions to meet the needs of various clients, including corporations, institutions, and individuals. Additionally, the firm has a focus on commodity risk management, providing essential services in both physical and financial markets. Through its extensive expertise and resources, J.P. Morgan aims to deliver innovative financial solutions while maintaining a commitment to client service.

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).

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.

MCI Capital is a prominent private equity firm based in Warsaw, Poland, established in 1999. The company specializes in investing in digital disruption, transformation, and infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe, as well as in Greece and Austria. MCI Capital focuses on sectors such as SaaS, e-commerce, marketplaces, fintech, insurtech, foodtech, traveltech, and digital infrastructure. Typically, it invests between EUR 25-100 million in individual projects at both the buyout and expansion stages. In addition to its primary investments, MCI Capital has historically engaged in private debt, growth, and venture capital, although these funds are currently focused on asset value enhancement and divestment rather than new investments. MCI Capital is managed by an experienced executive team and has been listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange since February 2001, also being a member of the Polish Private Equity Association.

Atlas Copco is a Swedish company with a rich history of 140 years, recognized as a leader in the manufacturing of air compressors, vacuum solutions, and industrial tools. The company specializes in providing a wide range of equipment, including gas generators, aeration blowers, and vacuum pumps, catering to various industries from food production to aerospace. Atlas Copco's operations span 180 countries, ensuring a comprehensive reach to its diverse customer base. The company's revenue is generated through the sale of initial equipment, spare parts, and maintenance services. Committed to economic, environmental, and social responsibility, Atlas Copco focuses on delivering innovative solutions that enhance everyday life while driving advancements in technology within its sectors.

Horizon Capital, established in 2006, is a private equity firm headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine, with an additional office in Chicago, Illinois. The firm specializes in buyouts, growth capital, and expansion opportunities, focusing on later-stage investments in small and mid-cap companies. Horizon Capital primarily invests in Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, with a particular focus on Ukraine, Moldova, and Belarus. The firm seeks to invest between $5 million and $20 million in private companies, typically acquiring control stakes, and aims to liquidate investments within three to five years through trade sales or initial public offerings. Horizon Capital's investment strategy centers around industry leaders in fast-growing sectors, younger companies in consolidating sectors, and mature industries with growth potential. The firm prefers sectors such as light manufacturing, information technology, financial services, and consumer goods, among others. Backed by over 40 institutional investors, Horizon Capital manages funds with assets under management of over $1.1 billion, demonstrating a 25-year tenure in the region.

OTB Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm established in 2017, with offices in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and Warsaw, Poland. The firm specializes in investing in early growth, deep tech and real tech startups, focusing on late Seed, Series A, and B funding rounds. OTB Ventures has a distinct advantage in accessing deal flow from Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), targeting innovative companies that develop unique technologies in four key sectors: SpaceTech, artificial intelligence and automation, fintech, and cybersecurity. As the largest venture capital firm originating from the CEE region, OTB Ventures manages over $300 million in assets.