Lead Ventures Launches €100M Fund for CEE Startups

Lead Ventures has announced the launch of a new €100M fund focused on startups in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). The fund, designed to provide investments ranging from €2M to €10M, targets companies in the late Seed and Series A stages. Lead Ventures, founded in 2017, has a track record of investing in CEE companies across various sectors including mobility, energy, fintech, and other B2B software verticals.

With successful exits like AiMotive and Amodo, Lead Ventures has built a solid portfolio with companies such as Cloudtalk, Antavo, and Recart. The new fund is expected to boost growth and value creation in the CEE region by supporting promising talents and innovation. Balázs Haszonics, the CEO of Lead Ventures, believes that the region is rich in talent and innovation, making it an ideal area for venture capital investment.

The €100M fund from Lead Ventures is one of the largest funds closed this year in the region, following OTB’s €170M and Presto’s €150M. This new initiative aims to continue the development and success of CEE startups and contribute to the growth of the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.