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Maxis

Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Besiktas

Description

Maxis Private Equity stands as the dedicated private equity investment arm of Isbank Group, one of Turkey's largest and most established financial institutions. Established in 2008, Maxis has developed a significant presence in the Turkish private equity landscape, focusing on providing growth capital to promising companies. Its mandate is to act as a strategic solution partner, supporting businesses that have demonstrated a certain level of scale and profitability, possess high growth potential, and are led by strong management teams. Maxis leverages Isbank's extensive network and financial expertise to add value beyond just capital.

The firm's investment strategy is sector-agnostic, allowing it to explore opportunities across a diverse range of industries, including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and services. Maxis typically seeks to invest in companies that are beyond the early-stage startup phase, looking for established businesses ready for their next phase of expansion and institutionalization. They are flexible in their approach, capable of taking both minority and majority stakes, depending on the specific needs and strategic goals of the target company. This adaptability allows Maxis to tailor its involvement to best support the investee company's growth trajectory and value creation processes.

To date, Maxis Private Equity has built a robust portfolio, having invested in 14 companies across various sectors. These investments are aimed at facilitating organic and inorganic growth, enhancing operational efficiencies, and strengthening corporate governance. While specific deal sizes can vary significantly based on the target company's valuation and capital requirements, Maxis typically deploys substantial capital. Their first cheques generally range from approximately $5 million for significant minority stakes in mid-sized growth companies, extending up to $30 million for larger growth equity rounds or smaller majority acquisitions. This strategic capital, combined with their hands-on support, positions Maxis as a crucial partner for Turkish companies aspiring to achieve market leadership and sustainable growth.

Investor Profile

Maxis has backed more than 27 startups, with 10 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 7 rounds, about 26% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Turkey, Estonia, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software, Analytics.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $5M – $30M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (67%)
  • Series Unknown (19%)
  • Series A (4%)
  • Convertible Note (4%)
  • Series B (4%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)

Country Focus

  • Turkey (89%)
  • Estonia (7%)
  • United Kingdom (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Software
  • Analytics
  • E-commerce
  • Internet
  • Saas
  • Cyber Security
  • Home Services
  • Professional Services
  • Service Industry
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Maxis frequently co-invest with?

TT Ventures
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 4
TD
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Umraniye
Co-Investments: 4
Finberg
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 2
Eksim Ventures
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 3
Leap Investment
Europe, Ankara, Turkey, Ankara
Co-Investments: 4
APY Ventures
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 4
AV
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 3
TechOne VC
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 4
DOMiNO Ventures
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
IV
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Maltepe
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Maxis often collaborate with?

BD
Europe, Ankara, Turkey
Shared Deals: 2
EA
Europe, Geneve, Switzerland, Geneva
Shared Deals: 2
SU
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Shared Deals: 1
NA
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey
Shared Deals: 2
SG
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey
Shared Deals: 1
OE
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey
Shared Deals: 5
AE
North America, California, United States, San Ramon
Shared Deals: 1
EG
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
EG
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Shared Deals: 1
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Maxis?

Tark Games

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

Tark Games is a publisher focused on independent PC and console game developers.

ComputerOnline Games
Pre SeedJul 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
OctoXLabs

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

OctoXLabs is dedicated to tackling the most pressing challenges in the fields of Information Technology and Cybersecurity.

Business DevelopmentCyber SecurityInformation Technology
Series UnknownJul 4, 2025
Milvus Robotics

Etimesgut, Ankara, Turkey

Milvus Robotics is an automation company that develops autonomous mobile robots to work alongside human workers.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Industrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingRobotics
Series UnknownMay 27, 2025
Amount Raised: $4,500,000
Co-one

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia

Co-one is a technology firm that provides a data-centric platform to facilitate curated data solutions for AI enterprises.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)CrowdsourcingGenerative AIMachine LearningSoftware
SeedMay 12, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,109,057
Sneaks Up

Avcilar, Istanbul, Turkey

Sneaks Up is an e-commerce platform for buying branded footwear, apparel for men and women.

ApparelE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsFashionSports
Series UnknownMay 2, 2025
Albert Health

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

Albert Health is a digital healthcare company that provides a voice-based health assistant that helps patients to manage chronic diseases.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareHealth Diagnostics
Series UnknownFeb 18, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
PCI Checklist (ONLAYER Company)

Ankara, Ankara, Turkey

Cyber Security Risk Management and PCI-DSS Compliance monitoring for Payment Card Industry

Cyber Security
SeedFeb 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Zuzzuu

Sariyer, Istanbul, Turkey

Zuzzuu offers artificial intelligence tools to help digital sales and marketing enterprises.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
SeedDec 5, 2024
Rnv.ai

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

RNV Analytics provides artificial intelligence and machine learning driven solutions for inventory allocation problem of retail companies.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)RetailSoftware
SeedNov 28, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,100,000
Pricing Coach

Maltepe, Istanbul, Turkey

Pricing Coach offers price consultancy, analytics, and revenue simulations to optimize business pricing strategies.

AnalyticsConsultingInformation Technology
SeedNov 27, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,100,000