Startup Wise Guys

Startup Wise Guys, founded in 2012 and based in Tallinn, Estonia, is a prominent startup accelerator focused on early-stage investments in the CEE region and Nordics. The accelerator has supported over 300 startups, specializing in sectors such as B2B, software as a service, fintech, cybersecurity, and sustainability. With an intensive program lasting up to five months, Startup Wise Guys helps founders validate, develop, and market their products to business customers, leveraging the expertise of more than 200 international and local mentors. The program prepares startups for investor engagement, culminating in Demo Days and appearances at major tech events to showcase their innovations to potential investors. The organization boasts a high startup survival rate exceeding 80% and has facilitated 11 significant exits. Upon completion of the program, startups join a network of over 300 alumni across more than 40 countries, gaining access to exclusive events focused on business development and fundraising.

Attila Hudecz

Managing Director, Sustainability

Franziska Kolk

General Partner Africa

Andrea T. Orlando

Partner

Peter Sandberg

Venture Partner

Herty Tammo

Co-Founder and Lead Angel Investor

Past deals in Crowdfunding

Agora World

Pre Seed Round in 2023
"At Agora World, we're building "Tableau for 3D" - a no code 3D data visualization suite. Our AI-powered creation suite empowers domain experts - not just specialized developers - to create interactive 3D visualizations from complex data in a 3D model of 3000 cities in 50 countries in under 2 minutes, enhancing decision-making and project efficiency. Since launching in January ‘24, we've secured $270K in LOIs and have grown a $3.2m pipeline with industry leaders across telecommunications, energy, urban planning, and DoD. We were also recently honored as a Global Proptech Finalist by Hong Kong Science and Technology Park, awarded a grant from Cesium, a world-leader in GIS technology, and Selected as a finalist by QBE for their AcceliCITY Resiliency Challenge.

Vocal Image

Grant in 2022
Vocal Image is a voice development platform focused on enhancing communication skills through a user-friendly application that leverages proprietary artificial intelligence. The platform offers personalized voice coaching content and exercises designed to improve speaking abilities, boost confidence, and address speech disorders. By providing tailored feedback and coaching experiences, Vocal Image enables users to refine their voice without incurring high costs. The emphasis on simplicity and effectiveness makes it accessible for individuals seeking to unleash their vocal potential and improve their interpersonal relationships.

Roundabout

Seed Round in 2022
Roundabout provides a micro-influencer marketing platform for small and medium-sized businesses. Its platform enables users to create and manage campaigns using Micro-Influencers with verified performances. Its tool is designed to be easily used also by non-marketing experts users.

Investory

Seed Round in 2022
Investory is a startup Investor Relations SaaS platform. Enabling data-driven portfolio decision making for VCs and other startup investors. Simplifying investor reporting and enhancing the fundraising process for startups. We aim to revolutionize startup capital markets, leveraging data and artificial intelligence.

Planet42

Venture Round in 2021
Planet42 is a company focused on improving access to personal vehicles for individuals overlooked by traditional banks. By utilizing technology to assess risk, Planet42 purchases second-hand cars from a network of motor dealers and offers them to customers through a subscription service. This model allows customers to rent vehicles without needing to meet in person or view the car beforehand. The company analyzes essential validation documents, including identity proofs, payslips, and bank statements, to ensure a smooth transaction process. Through its rent-to-buy automotive services, Planet42 provides an affordable path to vehicle ownership, promoting financial inclusion and mobility for a broader audience.

Vocal Image

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Vocal Image is a voice development platform focused on enhancing communication skills through a user-friendly application that leverages proprietary artificial intelligence. The platform offers personalized voice coaching content and exercises designed to improve speaking abilities, boost confidence, and address speech disorders. By providing tailored feedback and coaching experiences, Vocal Image enables users to refine their voice without incurring high costs. The emphasis on simplicity and effectiveness makes it accessible for individuals seeking to unleash their vocal potential and improve their interpersonal relationships.

Jeff

Seed Round in 2021
Jeff is a personalized loan broker that connects borrowers with lenders by utilizing alternative data to assess creditworthiness. Founded in 2019 and based in Riga, Latvia, Jeff aims to provide financial services to the unbanked population who lack traditional credit histories. By gathering data from various digital sources such as smartphones, social media, and geolocation, Jeff creates innovative solutions to evaluate potential borrowers’ credit profiles. The company’s platform allows users to search, compare, and secure loan offers conveniently while also offering loan-related advice. Through its unique approach, Jeff fosters access to financing and aims to establish a new standard for alternative credit scoring.

Contribee

Angel Round in 2021
Contribee is a content monetization platform designed to assist entrepreneurs and content creators in managing fan subscriptions and unlocking exclusive content. It provides an easy-to-use interface that facilitates instant payouts and integrates personal shops for creators. The platform supports various payment options and includes a content discovery tool for fans, enabling a seamless experience for both creators and their audience. By offering these features, Contribee helps creators, including gamers, artists, and writers, to optimize their monetization efforts, increase profits from contributions, and foster stronger engagement with their supporters.

HeavyFinance

Pre Seed Round in 2021
HeavyFinance sets a mission to remove 1 gigaton of CO2 emissions by 2050. Our fintech solutions combined with the carbon credit program help farmers store CO2 in the soil. Connecting farmers with investors, we facilitate the adoption of sustainable soil management practices like no-till farming. As a marketplace for impact investing, HeavyFinance is open to all types of investors from retail investors to family offices, to corporations, to institutional investors.

TechTree

Pre Seed Round in 2021
TechTree is developing a career networking platform aimed at assisting developers globally in mentorship, networking, and achieving an equitable recruitment experience. The platform connects developers with experienced mentors and various developer communities, facilitating a more inclusive hiring process for companies. By simplifying engagement with thousands of engineers through a model akin to Patreon, TechTree aims to break down barriers that often hinder diversity in tech recruitment. This initiative not only empowers developers to build and advance their careers but also enhances the overall hiring landscape by promoting unbiased opportunities.

AerariumChain

Pre Seed Round in 2021
AerariumChain operates at the intersection of art, technology, and finance, offering innovative solutions for museums, foundations, and private collectors. The company specializes in monitoring the condition of artworks through high-definition 3D scans, which are repeatedly conducted over time. Utilizing blockchain technology, AerariumChain ensures data certification while employing AI algorithms to detect any signs of degradation. Additionally, the company facilitates fundraising for artwork preservation through a unique type of NFT known as NFTmicro. This approach not only enhances the protection of valuable art but also enables stakeholders to engage in financial support for preservation efforts.

Funderbeam

Venture Round in 2021
Funderbeam is a global funding and trading platform established in 2013, designed to connect companies and investors for the buying and selling of equity stakes. The platform facilitates investments in early-stage and growth companies, providing founders with exposure, legal support, and access to an investor network. Investors benefit from the ability to manage their investments actively and trade at their discretion. Utilizing blockchain technology, Funderbeam enhances transparency and security in transactions, allowing clients to track their private market portfolios effectively. This innovative approach positions Funderbeam as a key player in the ecosystem of startup funding and investment.

InRento

Pre Seed Round in 2021
InRento is a licensed buy-to-let investment platform operating in the European market, specifically in Lithuania and Spain. It allows investors to earn rental income and capital gains from a minimum investment of €500. Unlike traditional investment platforms, InRento provides a secondary market feature, enabling investors to sell their investments before maturity, offering greater liquidity. The platform focuses on diverse rental properties, including options for Airbnb rentals, where larger investments can also grant time-share rights for personal use. InRento simplifies the investment process by handling property management, allowing investors to own rental properties without the complexities of day-to-day management while promoting portfolio diversification.

Jeff

Seed Round in 2021
Jeff is a personalized loan broker that connects borrowers with lenders by utilizing alternative data to assess creditworthiness. Founded in 2019 and based in Riga, Latvia, Jeff aims to provide financial services to the unbanked population who lack traditional credit histories. By gathering data from various digital sources such as smartphones, social media, and geolocation, Jeff creates innovative solutions to evaluate potential borrowers’ credit profiles. The company’s platform allows users to search, compare, and secure loan offers conveniently while also offering loan-related advice. Through its unique approach, Jeff fosters access to financing and aims to establish a new standard for alternative credit scoring.

Investory

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Investory is a startup Investor Relations SaaS platform. Enabling data-driven portfolio decision making for VCs and other startup investors. Simplifying investor reporting and enhancing the fundraising process for startups. We aim to revolutionize startup capital markets, leveraging data and artificial intelligence.

Roundabout

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Roundabout provides a micro-influencer marketing platform for small and medium-sized businesses. Its platform enables users to create and manage campaigns using Micro-Influencers with verified performances. Its tool is designed to be easily used also by non-marketing experts users.

Kaiku

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Kaiku is an early-stage funding platform designed to assist first-time venture funds in streamlining their investment processes. The company has developed an artificial intelligence-based sourcing tool that automates deal origination for investors, facilitating improved funding exposure for startups. By collaborating with over 300 venture capitalists across 50 countries, Kaiku gathers feedback on investor preferences, enhancing the quality of leads for its clients. This approach not only supports emerging venture funds in sourcing deal flow but also helps build a global network, ultimately simplifying early-stage investment activities in the market.

HeavyFinance

Pre Seed Round in 2020
HeavyFinance sets a mission to remove 1 gigaton of CO2 emissions by 2050. Our fintech solutions combined with the carbon credit program help farmers store CO2 in the soil. Connecting farmers with investors, we facilitate the adoption of sustainable soil management practices like no-till farming. As a marketplace for impact investing, HeavyFinance is open to all types of investors from retail investors to family offices, to corporations, to institutional investors.

IPOhub

Seed Round in 2020
IPOhub is a pan-European investment platform that connects investors with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to grow through share issues and initial public offerings (IPOs). The platform aims to simplify and democratize the investment process, making it accessible to a broader audience regardless of their location. IPOhub provides a comprehensive online resource that details upcoming and current IPOs, allowing clients to search, research, and subscribe to various investment opportunities from companies listed on growth markets across Europe. By focusing on SME investment, IPOhub seeks to support economic development and create a fair and transparent marketplace for both investors and businesses.

EvoEstate

Pre Seed Round in 2020
EvoEstate is a real estate crowdfunding aggregator that allows investors to access various European real estate crowdfunding platforms through a single account. The platform simplifies the investment process by offering opportunities in buy-to-let properties, fixed-interest loans, and equity investments. By consolidating multiple investment options, EvoEstate enables both small and large investors to diversify their real estate portfolios while aiming for minimal risk and optimal returns.

Planet42

Seed Round in 2020
Planet42 is a company focused on improving access to personal vehicles for individuals overlooked by traditional banks. By utilizing technology to assess risk, Planet42 purchases second-hand cars from a network of motor dealers and offers them to customers through a subscription service. This model allows customers to rent vehicles without needing to meet in person or view the car beforehand. The company analyzes essential validation documents, including identity proofs, payslips, and bank statements, to ensure a smooth transaction process. Through its rent-to-buy automotive services, Planet42 provides an affordable path to vehicle ownership, promoting financial inclusion and mobility for a broader audience.

EvoEstate

Pre Seed Round in 2019
EvoEstate is a real estate crowdfunding aggregator that allows investors to access various European real estate crowdfunding platforms through a single account. The platform simplifies the investment process by offering opportunities in buy-to-let properties, fixed-interest loans, and equity investments. By consolidating multiple investment options, EvoEstate enables both small and large investors to diversify their real estate portfolios while aiming for minimal risk and optimal returns.

Planet42

Venture Round in 2019
Planet42 is a company focused on improving access to personal vehicles for individuals overlooked by traditional banks. By utilizing technology to assess risk, Planet42 purchases second-hand cars from a network of motor dealers and offers them to customers through a subscription service. This model allows customers to rent vehicles without needing to meet in person or view the car beforehand. The company analyzes essential validation documents, including identity proofs, payslips, and bank statements, to ensure a smooth transaction process. Through its rent-to-buy automotive services, Planet42 provides an affordable path to vehicle ownership, promoting financial inclusion and mobility for a broader audience.

Investory

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Investory is a startup Investor Relations SaaS platform. Enabling data-driven portfolio decision making for VCs and other startup investors. Simplifying investor reporting and enhancing the fundraising process for startups. We aim to revolutionize startup capital markets, leveraging data and artificial intelligence.

H-Finance

Pre Seed Round in 2019
H-Finance provides essential infrastructure and compliance solutions that facilitate financial institutions and fintech companies in engaging with digital assets. Their platform allows these organizations to seamlessly integrate features for the buying, selling, and holding of cryptocurrencies into their applications. H-Finance offers a comprehensive turnkey solution that encompasses legal setup, compliance requirements, and access to working capital, all supported by an easy-to-integrate API. This enables clients to manage custody and liquidity of digital assets while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, ultimately helping to minimize operational expenses in the rapidly evolving landscape of digital asset trading.

Welltrado

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Welltrado is a global alternative investment marketplace. P2P lending and crowdfunding platforms get new investors while investors earn profitable interest rates. Welltrado’s mission is to make investing transparent, profitable and easy.

Fanvestory

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Fanvestory operates a marketplace focused on music copyright, enabling fans to purchase a stake in songs and earn future royalties while supporting their favorite artists. This platform allows fans to fund various projects, such as songs, videos, and tours, in exchange for a share of future earnings. Artists benefit by receiving upfront payments for their copyrighted works and gaining a unique communication channel with their most dedicated supporters, enhancing their promotional efforts. Through this model, Fanvestory fosters a deeper connection between artists and fans, empowering fans to directly contribute to the success of the musicians they admire.

Publicfast

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Publicfast is a marketing platform that enables brands to connect and collaborate with influencers across various social media networks. The platform simplifies the process of launching influencer marketing campaigns by providing an automated tool that allows brands to create campaigns and manage influencer collaborations globally. It aggregates analytics and posts from influencers in one centralized location, facilitating effective communication and collaboration. By leveraging data-driven insights, Publicfast helps brands optimize their marketing efforts while allowing influencers to monetize their social media activities through partnerships with brands they are passionate about.

Estateguru

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Estateguru is a leading Pan-European marketplace that facilitates property-backed loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while providing investment opportunities for a global investor base. The platform creates a digital and borderless ecosystem for real estate financing, connecting various service providers, SMEs, and investors in a single marketplace. By doing so, it offers a unique service that bypasses traditional banks and financial institutions, allowing for seamless cross-border transactions. Estateguru enhances returns for investors and expands borrowing options for businesses by managing short-term asset-backed property finance. With a team of 117 professionals from 21 nationalities, the company operates from locations including Berlin, Manchester, Helsinki, Yerevan, Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius.

Investly

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Investly is a developer of peer-to-peer finance software that facilitates access to working capital for small-to-medium-sized enterprises. The platform allows businesses to sell their invoices to investors within two days after completing necessary credit checks. This process enables companies to quickly raise crucial funds for operational needs or growth initiatives. At the same time, it provides investors with an opportunity to earn competitive returns on their investments. By streamlining the invoice financing process, Investly aims to support businesses in managing their cash flow effectively while connecting them with potential investors.

Contentivo

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Contentivo is an Employee advocacy platform that allows companies to amplify social media campaigns by turning employees into social media advocates. Employees through their personal networks amplify the message for their companies and in-turn companies reward their socially engaged employees through a points based recognition system. Contentivo’s employee advocacy resources also include an E-book on employee advocacy. Contentivo was launched in 2014 by Priyabrat Mohanty.

Camorka

Seed Round in 2013
Estonian based startup getting people exited about brands and products through creative contests.

Brickflow

Seed Round in 2013
Brickflow is a UK-based platform that serves as the first development finance search engine, catering specifically to the needs of property developers and investors. The platform aggregates and analyzes data to connect users with relevant financial products and services, streamlining the process of obtaining development finance. By providing a user-friendly interface, Brickflow facilitates efficient searches, enabling users to quickly find suitable financing options for their projects. The service aims to simplify the often complex landscape of development finance, making it accessible for both seasoned developers and newcomers in the industry.
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