Backing those who dare to dream big

OTB Ventures is a leading European VC focused on DeepTech with an unfair advantage in accessing Central and Eastern European (CEE) deal flow, investing in early growth, real tech startups (late Seed, Series A and B) that develop unique technologies in 4 verticals: SpaceTech, AI & Automation, FinTech and Cybersecurity Read more about us

OUR MISSION & strategy

We empower tech entrepreneurs on the forefront of a global paradigm shift.

OTB Ventures is a Real Tech venture capital fund supporting Founders with global ambitions, creating solutions with a unique IP & value proposition and with links to Europe. We provide early growth funding to empower entrepreneurs to scale their business globally, while retaining a strong focus on technology.

HOW WE HELP ROCK-STAR FOUNDERS:

Business

We make critical business and partner introduction happen
We support You during POCs and initial test phase for future clients
We lend our experience in build effective sales channels
We see a lot and are keen on sharing best market practices

Staff

We know people and can assist with strengthening the management team
If you need real experts, we can help You find independent Directors
Appropriate and aligned remuneration is vital for startup’s success, we can support you in designing and structuring of compensation and ESOP schemes

Finance

We are connected to global VC ecosystem and can support You in finding additional follow-on investors
Moreover, through our network and experience we’re helpful with syndicating additional financing (debt and equity)
We are in contact with multiple strategic investors and are able to find and introduce the most appropriate ones
Last but not least, due to our experience we can assist you in preparing Your company for a successful exit

Strategy

We can help You see the market opportunities clearer
We shed light on the best corporate governance for the CEO to establish and support their goals
We truly believe in global potential of our portfolio companies and can instrumentla in supporting international expansion

Latest posts

KYP.ai raises EUR 17.5m to generate real-time insights that boost GenAI driven productivity

OTB on Digital Shapers list 2022 in Poland #investment category

VC Spotlight: OTB Ventures is gearing up to close Fund 2 with over €150M

VC Spotlight: OTB Ventures is making waves as they gear up to close Fund 2 with over €150M! Our Co-Founders & GPs Adam Niewinski and Marcin Hejka are right on track with a mission to fuel innovation in #deeptech #startups in Europe 🚀 A

Space sustainability innovator ClearSpace expands to the United States

The Space industry is growing fast and ClearSpace is leading 🚀 Our portfolio company has just announced their first expansion beyond Europe, bringing core technologies to US market for both public and private sector. Supported by European

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Our companies

"We've gained deep insights from Adam and the OTB team - they've helped us accelerate our growth significantly. Adam has given us access to profound wisdom and experience, without compromising on details that matter. It is very meaningful to work with Adam, as he pushes you forward to achieve shared goals."

Rafał Modrzewski, CEO & Founder at ICEYE

“We were very fortunate that we met Adam and the OTB team at the time we were starting our global expansion. Their experience and long hours spent on brainstorming helped us avoid costly mistakes, access to their network helped to speed up our execution. Great partners.”

Martin Markiewicz, CEO & Founder at Silent Eight

"OTB is one of those few investors with a truly international approach and extensive global network of contacts, which they are proactively sharing with us (such as international marketing experts or potential customers). We are very happy to have OTB as investor and partner."

Thomas Groissenberger, CEO & Co-Founder at Segron

“If you want the rainbow, you have to put up with the rain", Adam understands that building a tech company is a bumpy road and we can count on him in both sunny and rainy days. He visited us in Shanghai, each time motivating the team and introducing us to top executives. I couldn't imagine a better Board Member than Adam.”

Miron Mironiuk, CEO & Founder at Cosmose

"Working with OTB’s representatives is both a pleasure and a challenge - they have an in-depth knowledge about scaling tech companies, ask relevant questions and are great partners in discussions about growth plans and other strategically important issues."

Thomas Groissenberger, CEO & Co-Founder at Segron

"OTB combines great understanding of eastern european culture with world class experience and connections"