Rockaway Ventures

Investment Partner who joined Rockaway Capital in 2014 and co-leads ventures with expertise in e-commerce, online grocery, and logistics digitalization. Previously spent eight years advising startups in telecom and served as Senior Vice President at AVG Technologies, helping take the company public on NYSE and through its $1.3 billion acquisition.

Investment Partner who spent 11 years at Google leading product launches including Google Pay and Google Assistant across CEE countries, and growing B2B advertising business tenfold. Previously worked as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey across multiple regions including Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Investment analyst who evaluates investment opportunities, monitors the startup market, and maintains portfolio financial models. He completed the Rockaway Academy program, worked in sales and controlling at pharmaceutical company Sandoz, and served as president of student consulting organization Club 307.

Investment Associate who joined Rockaway Ventures in January 2022, responsible for sourcing and analyzing startups and managing investment processes from founder contact through fundraising support. Prior experience includes roles at EY, Swiss startup Viso.ai, and WOOD & Company in Prague.

Graduate of Sciences Po in Paris with study experience at KU Leuven. Started career at BNP Paribas in retail banking and ESG strategy roles before spending nearly eight years abroad, then joining McKinsey & Company in Prague as strategy consultant across energy, banking, insurance, and private equity sectors.

Chief M&A Counsel at Rockaway Capital for over four years with 13 years as M&A lawyer at leading Czech firm BBH and five years at White & Case. He has worked on major international transactions including a PPF-Generali joint venture valued over €5.2 billion and advised on significant telecom and software company sales.

Fund CFO who joined Rockaway in 2019 and handles portfolio valuation, financial modeling, due diligence, and M&A valuation support. Previously served over seven years in Risk Advisory at KPMG managing corporate finance and valuations, with experience advising on IPOs, bond offerings, and multiple capital market transactions.

Originally from Copenhagen with an MSc from Copenhagen Business School. Previously spent three years at Danish VC fund BlackWood as part of the investment team, handling deal sourcing, due diligence, and investment committee presentations. He was drawn to Rockaway by alignment with the firm's strategy and belief in CEE startup ecosystem potential.

Chief Operating Officer responsible for fund operations including investor relations, capital calls, cash flow management, and portfolio administration. Prior to joining Rockaway, she spent over seven years at PwC as a member of an audit expert group focusing on complex accounting and reporting for international entities.

Operating Partner with over 25 years in business, technology, product growth, and marketing focused on positive societal impact. She joined Google in 2007 holding senior regional and global roles across the UK, USA, and Switzerland, leading product localization, browser launches, and ESG initiatives across multiple regions.

Chief Technology Officer who has been with Rockaway since its inception and specializes in technology, product development, IT, and project management. He spent three years leading R&D and IT at Košík.cz online supermarket and previously held roles at AVG Technologies and Sunnysoft developing software for early mobile device predecessors.

Investment Partner since 2016 who leads Rockaway's private equity investment team and oversees investment processes and strategy. He spent over nine years at MidEuropa Partners as Investment Director originating and executing deals, with experience on Czech transactions exceeding €3 billion in value.

Operating Partner and seasoned chief executive with international experience in retail and technology sectors. He has led large-scale operations and P&Ls, expanded retail concepts internationally, and advises startups while providing access to his network of retail executives and investment expertise.

Managing Partner of Rockaway Blockchain Fund for over two years and previously Investment Partner at Rockaway Capital for five years. He has extensive experience with portfolio companies and previously worked as Junior Partner at McKinsey specializing in corporate finance, M&A, and private equity across pharmaceutical, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors.