Kogito Ventures

Kogito Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Warsaw, Poland, specializing in early-stage investments. The firm operates in a venture-on-demand model, collaborating with business angels and other venture capital funds to support startups from Pre-Seed to Series A stages. Investment sizes range from PLN 0.5 million to PLN 2 million, with the potential for follow-on investments up to PLN 4 million per company. Kogito Ventures is backed by the Polish Development Fund, participating in the Biznest program with allocated funding of PLN 30 million, matched by an additional PLN 30 million from co-investing business angels.

The firm's investment focus spans sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, E-Commerce, Wellness, Health Tech, and Data Security. Kogito Ventures emphasizes a founder-centric approach, valuing strong teams and innovative business models. The firm is committed to fair investment agreements, avoiding unfair clauses, and respecting the cap table of portfolio companies. They provide strategic and analytical support to startups, assisting in talent acquisition and business development.

Kogito Ventures has a track record of co-investing with business angels, fostering a collaborative investment environment. Their portfolio includes companies like Kogena, Jutro Medical, and Simpl.rent. The firm is known for its flexibility and adaptability, investing across various industries and stages, and has been active in the Polish startup ecosystem since its establishment in 2018.