J&T Ventures

J&T Ventures is a prominent Prague-based venture capital fund with a strong focus on early-stage technology companies across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) and the DACH region. Established as part of the broader J&T financial group, the firm leverages its deep regional roots and extensive network to identify and support promising startups. Their investment strategy targets companies from seed to Series A rounds, demonstrating a commitment to nurturing growth from an early stage.

The fund primarily seeks out innovative businesses with scalable models, particularly in sectors such as SaaS, fintech, proptech, deep tech, and e-commerce. J&T Ventures is known for its hands-on approach, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a robust ecosystem of partners and mentors. This value-add proposition aims to accelerate the development and market penetration of their portfolio companies.

J&T Ventures launched its second fund, J&T Ventures II, in 2022, with a target size of €60 million (approximately $64.8 million), significantly expanding its capacity to invest in the region's burgeoning tech scene. The firm typically deploys initial checks ranging from approximately €200,000 (around $216,000) for seed-stage companies up to €2.5 million (around $2.7 million) for Series A rounds, reflecting their flexibility across early growth phases. Their portfolio includes over 30 companies, underscoring their active role in shaping the CEE startup landscape.