Rockaway Ventures

Rockaway Ventures is a European venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies across Europe and the United States. The firm focuses on sectors such as retail, e-commerce, digital logistics, fintech, digital health, cybersecurity, clean tech, edtech, e-travel, energy, defense, and dual-use technologies. Their investment strategy targets late seed to Series B stages, with typical investments ranging from €1.5 million to €3 million.

The firm has a strong presence in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) and the DACH region, including the Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Additionally, Rockaway Ventures considers opportunities in the United States, particularly with diaspora-founded startups from CEE countries. Their portfolio includes companies like Apaleo, CulturePulse, and Gjirafa, demonstrating a commitment to supporting innovative founders across diverse sectors.

Rockaway Ventures closed its second fund, Rockaway Ventures II, at nearly €55 million in May 2025. The fund aims to support startups with transformative technologies that drive innovation in traditional industries. The firm emphasizes active involvement with founders, offering hands-on support in areas like international expansion and scaling, leveraging their entrepreneurial experience to foster growth and success in their portfolio companies.