Lighthouse Ventures

Lighthouse Ventures is a Prague-based early-stage venture capital firm with a primary focus on the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region, while also actively pursuing global investment opportunities. The firm positions itself as an "Acceleration Venture Capital," indicating a hands-on approach to supporting its portfolio companies beyond just financial investment. They target disruptive technology startups, typically engaging in Seed, Pre-Series A, and Series A funding rounds. Their investment thesis spans a broad spectrum of high-growth technology sectors, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), FinTech, DeepTech, HealthTech, Blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Cybersecurity, and Robotics.

The firm provides initial checks ranging from €500,000 to €2 million (approximately $530,000 to $2.12 million USD), demonstrating their commitment to significant early-stage capital injection. Furthermore, they reserve capital for follow-on investments, potentially committing up to €5 million (approximately $5.3 million USD) per company to support their growth through subsequent rounds. This flexible investment strategy allows them to back promising startups from their nascent stages through critical growth phases.

Lighthouse Ventures manages multiple funds, with their initial fund, Lighthouse Ventures I, closing at €30 million (approximately $31.8 million USD). Building on this success, the firm is currently raising its second fund, Lighthouse Ventures II, with a target size of €50 million (approximately $53 million USD). A significant strategic partner in their fundraising efforts is the European Investment Fund (EIF), which underscores their credibility and access to substantial institutional capital. This robust financial backing allows Lighthouse Ventures to provide meaningful support to its portfolio companies, fostering innovation and scaling within the tech ecosystem.