Venionaire Capital

Serial entrepreneur with strong cybersecurity focus and extensive knowledge of technology and management. Experienced real estate investor and deal structurer who founded and sold a cybersecurity company.

Senior executive and former entrepreneur with over 10 years of international experience specializing in B2B software and AI solutions. Holds a Master's in Economics with advanced studies from Oxford and is based in Dubai.

Co-founder and managing partner of Black Manta Capital Partners focused on tokenization of asset-backed securities. Former equity partner at Venionaire specializing in blockchain-based security tokenization of startups, SMEs, real estate, and funds.

Former head of research at Scytale Ventures focused on distributed ledger technology and blockchain. Extensive career in technology transfer and startup development at institutions including IST Austria, Oxford University Innovation, and St George's Medical University.

Investment banking and M&A expert with a decade of transaction advisory experience across energy, financial services, infrastructure, and real estate sectors. Holds a Master's degree from Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration.

Entrepreneurial marketing strategist with over 20 years of experience at major firms including Bayer, BASF, and Henkel. Founder of Aventa consultancy and Purpoose Driven Innovation Ecosystem with expertise in Japanese business practices and sustainability innovation.

President of the Business Angel Institute and knowledge management expert with a PhD from TU Graz and Queen Mary College. Academic career spanning multiple research institutions and entrepreneur since 2007 with focus on startup advisory.

Entrepreneur and founder of two digital startups with CEO experience at energy holding and consulting background from Roland Berger and UNISYS. Serves as guest lecturer and board member of several non-profits across Europe.

Brings 13 years of operating experience in industrial mechatronics across Germany and the United States. Founded and led a US subsidiary, supported a major divisional transaction, and managed significant manufacturing operations.

Experienced CFO and executive with over 20 years of leadership in finance, restructuring, M&A, and operational improvement across international groups. Holds an MBA from University of Hong Kong and advised on major transactions including Austria's largest M&A in 2024.

Finance and accounting specialist with experience in Big Four commercial audit and private equity structures. Holds a Master's degree in Economics and has served on board positions since 2019.

Investment banker and corporate finance expert with success orchestrating transactions across asset classes. Holds a PhD in social and economic sciences from Johannes Kepler Universität Linz, MBA from University of Toronto, and CFA charter.

Former CEO of Pioneers with over 5 years of experience shaping the European startup and innovation scene. Studied at Oxford University and Vienna University of Economics and Business with 15 years of consulting and management experience.

Managing partner based in London with extensive equity trading experience at Merrill Lynch and active involvement in angel investing and founder mentoring. Graduated with first-class honors in Politics and Economics.

Senior advisor and early employee of Greentube with experience ranging from software developer to managing director and CTO. Lecturer on scaling technology companies and e-sports advertising following the company's 2010 acquisition.

Experienced entrepreneur and investor who initiated an accelerator program in Zurich with PwC Switzerland. Sought-after venture builder and advisor supporting family offices in startup financing.

Managing partner of INKOL and WISP-Komponenten and CEO of Styrian-Drop startup. Board member of Junge Wirtschaft Österreich supporting founders in corporate management and strategy development.

Head of ETH Entrepreneurship at ETH Zürich with serial entrepreneurial experience and a Master's degree in electrical engineering. Built a company from 3 to 600 employees over 16 years and serves as coach and investor in blockchain, crypto, and fintech.

Seasoned executive with leadership experience in energy transition and environmental technologies at major companies including ABB, EDF, and Verbund. Holds degrees in civil engineering and business administration and serves as General Secretary of World Energy Council Austria.

French entrepreneur with successful track record launching and selling two real estate businesses. Involved in raising up to €250 million over four years for 34 companies in fintech, smart mobility, and proptech sectors.

Owner and founder of Steszgal IT with expertise in disruptive innovation, AI, and IT security. Holds degrees in software engineering and business administration with extensive experience in consulting, research, and technical due diligence.

Austrian digital pioneer who co-founded and sold immobilien.net, Europe's first real estate platform and Austria's largest classified exit in 2014. Active business angel and Super Angel who has been a Startup300 board member since 2016.

Founder and CEO of Startup Manufactory, a London-based consultancy focused on startup consulting and economic development. Joined the startup industry in 2008 and has worked in venture capital, co-founded businesses, and advised governmental organizations.

Growth potential expert and founder of Inbassador, a smart referral software platform. Previously CEO and co-founder of growth hacking agency Hackabu acquired by MyWorld Group.

Serial entrepreneur and managing partner of Lorem Ipsum web.solutions based in Graz. Expert in strategic project development and experienced consultant and trainer in business administration with IT focus.