Lighthouse Ventures

Lighthouse Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm specializing in technology projects, particularly those with a focus on the Czech market. The firm aims to support inspiring ideas during their critical early stages by providing both financial backing and professional guidance. Their team comprises experienced tech veterans with expertise in entrepreneurship, startup mentoring, mergers and acquisitions, media, and marketing, as well as a strong business network in the Czech Republic and abroad.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes nurturing startups through their initial phases, offering not only capital but also strategic support to foster growth and innovation. They collaborate with leading Czech startup incubators, tech partners, universities, and governmental institutions, especially in smart cities projects, to create synergies that benefit their portfolio companies. Additionally, Lighthouse Ventures maintains a network of highly skilled and experienced mentors to further support the development of their investees.

In 2021, Lighthouse Ventures was recognized as the most active fund in the Czech Republic and the third most active in Eastern Europe, according to the 'European Capital Report 2022'. Over the past three years, the firm evaluated over 3,500 startups, averaging more than 100 startups per month, and invested in 37 startups. This track record underscores their commitment to supporting the startup ecosystem in the Czech Republic and their dedication to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.