Join a select group of decision-makers shaping the future of innovation from the inside.
Over the past 14 years, StartupYard has helped 120+ startups raise over €105 million, launch globally recognized tech companies like Rossum, Gjirafa, FeedYou, BrandEmbassy, CityPay, Retino and SwapIn—and we’re just getting started.
Now, we’re opening the doors to a select group of corporate executives who want more than just visibility in tech. We’re offering access.
When you join our next batch as an investor, you become part of our trusted circle. You get:
A front-row seat to the next wave of AI and deep tech startups.
Co-investor status in up to 10 hand-picked startups, carefully selected from over 500 applications.
Direct access to StartupYard’s internal deal flow, partner discussions, and Demo Day.
A chance to help shape the companies that will power the next decade of growth.
This isn’t a startup course. It’s not a fund. It’s access to real companies, real founders, and real equity, pooled through a professionally managed SPV.
Our alumni span SaaS, Big Data, IoT, Security, Search, Analytics and AI/Machine Learning. This diversified exposure reduces the impact of individual company risk.
With your €60,000 investment, you receive:
Preferred shares in our next StartupYard batch (via a clean SPV structure)
Full capital protection via 1x liquidation preference
Voting rights and visibility into portfolio progress
Exclusive invitations to our investor-only roundtables and mentor sessions
A direct line to the next generation of CEE’s top tech talent
The returns? We’ve historically delivered an average 3.8x MOIC across matured batches.
We’re not looking for everyone. We’re looking for:
Executives who want a closer connection to tech
Leaders who understand that innovation doesn’t wait for org charts
People who want to move from observer to participant
You don’t need to be a full-time investor. Just someone who’s ready to engage, contribute, and benefit.
If you’re a corporate leader seeking to diversify your investments and support the next generation of technology pioneers, this is your moment. Join us as we nurture deep‑tech innovation in Central Europe and beyond, and secure your place in our next cohort.
Some of the most respected names in European tech and business have already invested with us:
Credo Ventures – early backers of UiPath and Productboard
Rockaway Capital – one of the largest VC groups in CEE
Esther Dyson – legendary Silicon Valley angel and visionary
Elad Gil – Silicon Valley’s most active solo investor, ex-Twitter
Michal Illich – founder of Zuri
Philip Staehelin – founder of DOT Glasses, ex-Roland Berger
Josef Matějka – founder of CZC.cz
Michal Kratochvil – CEO of BudgetBakers, ex-MD at Accenture
Tomas Visek – former Managing Partner at McKinsey
Martin Kalovec – Former Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group
Martin Herrmann – Former CEO at Innogy CZ
Only a limited number of slots are available.
If you’re curious but unsure, let’s talk. But don’t wait, our last round was oversubscribed, and we’re already in talks with selected partners.
Minimum investment: €60,000
