The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development provides project financing and banking products to banks, industries and private enterprises, including loans for projects, equity and quasi-equity investments, equity funds for smaller enterprises, guarantees and trade finance. It also offers policy reform dialogue and advisory services and supports loan syndication. The bank assists privatization and restructuring of municipal services and invests across sectors such as energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, finance, telecommunications and real estate in Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa, with a focus on market transition and private sector development. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in London, it seeks to promote sustainable growth, job creation and higher living standards through financial support, advisory services and policy reform.

Ruvento Ventures is a Singapore-based incubation and venture capital firm that pursues direct investments and fund-of-funds in technology startups, with a focus on Southeast Asia. It backs early-stage ventures and participates in incubation programs, providing staged financing in Singapore: up to $0.04 million for proof-of-concept and up to $0.16 million for the commercial stage, and direct investments up to $0.5 million, with potential syndication up to $3 million. The firm targets sectors including AI, machine learning, IoT, hardware and robotics, cleantech, medical devices, biotechnology, additive manufacturing, data analytics, digital media, and e-commerce, emphasizing disruptive core technologies and enabling platforms. It operates globally, sourcing opportunities from CIS markets such as Russia, Moldova, Ukraine, and Belarus to bring expertise to Asian markets like China, India, and Indonesia. Ruvento maintains offices in Singapore and additional locations in San Francisco and Shanghai. It partners with founders delivering positive change and seeks to accelerate product development from concept to market.

Gazelle Finance is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Tbilisi, Georgia, with an additional office in Yerevan, Armenia. It targets high-growth small and medium-sized enterprises in Eurasia, especially in Georgia, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan and Moldova, providing capital through buyouts, mezzanine and growth equity. The firm seeks minority stakes and typically invests for about five years, aiming to support expansion and operational development across sectors such as agribusiness, light manufacturing, transportation and logistics, healthcare and education, hospitality and tourism, and retail and services. It avoids investments in weapons, tobacco, hard alcohol and gambling, and exits opportunities via trade sale or public listing.

Citigroup is a global financial services company headquartered in New York that operates through two main segments, Global Consumer Banking and Institutional Clients Group. GCB serves retail customers with traditional banking, cards, and related services, while ICG provides wholesale banking, fixed income and equity trading, foreign exchange, prime brokerage, derivatives, research, corporate lending, investment banking, cash management, trade finance, and securities services to corporate, institutional, public sector, and high-net-worth clients. The group maintains a broad, worldwide footprint across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and beyond and emphasizes sustainability and social responsibility. Citi Ventures serves as the corporate venture capital arm investing in fintech, data analytics, AI, and other technology sectors, while Citi Foundation supports inclusive growth and community initiatives that align with the firm’s broader goals.

Chernovetskyi Investment Group is a venture capital firm based in Kyiv, Ukraine, that invests in startups and growth-stage technology companies across Eastern Europe. It targets sectors including internet, cloud computing, information technology, mobile applications, data management and big data, electronic payments, and software, and supports portfolio companies through board representation and a global network. The group seeks partnerships with current owners rather than takeovers and strives to back innovative ventures with scalable potential, contributing to Ukraine's entrepreneurial ecosystem and responsible business practices.

Emma Capital is an investment firm and holding company established in 2012 with offices in Prague, Nicosia, and London. The firm focuses on private equity investments in consumer-oriented and retail sectors, seeking to back businesses with strong growth potential across Europe and selected international markets, including Asia, Greece, and the republics of the former Soviet Union. Emma Capital tends to take an active management role in its portfolio companies to help execute strategic improvements and accelerate value creation. With a regional footprint and hands-on involvement, the firm supports operational performance and scalable business models built around customer-centric offerings.

QPDigital is a Kyiv-based venture capital firm established in 2020 that targets investments across artificial intelligence, blockchain, digital healthcare, information technology, logistics, gaming, and FinTech. It supports portfolio companies by refining business models, enabling customer acquisition, optimizing technical cores, connecting with providers, and assisting in raising growth capital.

Orange is a global telecommunications and digital services group headquartered in Paris. It operates mobile and fixed-line networks across Europe and Africa and provides corporate telecommunication and IT services worldwide through Orange Business Services, which serves large enterprises, local authorities, SMEs, and multinationals with voice and data, cloud, security, and unified communications solutions. The group also runs an international startup ecosystem via Orange Fabs and delivers end-to-end enterprise capabilities, including data center and network management, IT infrastructure, and application management, to simplify international communications for customers. Founded in 1991, Orange has a presence in about 30 countries and emphasizes innovation and responsible digital practices.

GAWA Capital is a European impact investment firm based in Madrid, Spain, focused on generating financial returns and positive social and environmental impact. It raises and manages investment funds to support social enterprises in underserved and low-income markets, pursuing both debt and equity investments. The firm leverages private capital to promote social and economic development, conducts rigorous due diligence and provides technical assistance to address poverty and other societal challenges through market-based solutions. Since its inception over 14 years ago, it has deployed substantial capital across multiple funds, aiming to improve lives in low-income communities while aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and delivering measurable outcomes for investors.

Northwood Ventures is a private equity firm based in Hobe Sound, Florida, founded in 1983. It invests across stages, including growth and buyout opportunities, with a long-term horizon and a goal to maximize long-term cash-on-cash returns. The firm targets sectors such as consumer goods and services, communications, manufacturing, and financial services, and partners with experienced management teams to create and grow leading companies. Investments are structured to meet the specific needs of each portfolio company, and Northwood has participated in the creation and growth of numerous businesses across the United States.