ICU Ventures

ICU Ventures is a Kyiv-based venture capital firm that invests in technology companies with strong ties to Ukraine and Eastern Europe. Focused on helping ambitious founders build global businesses, ICU Ventures makes late seed and Series A investments across the tech spectrum. The firm is part of the ICU Group, an independent asset management firm founded in 2006 by senior investment professionals from ING. With significant allocations to venture capital, private equity, infrastructure, and distressed debt, ICU is one of the largest and most diversified asset managers in the Central and Eastern European region. The firm's investment strategy centers on two key areas: global software and emerging markets fintech. In the global software sector, ICU Ventures focuses on deep tech, mobility, and enterprise software, often collaborating with founders who have roots in Eastern Europe. In the fintech space, the firm invests in companies providing credit and financial services to populations in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, as well as those building the next generation of financial infrastructure for these rapidly growing markets. ICU Ventures not only provides capital but also offers founders access to its extensive global network, facilitating the exchange of experiences, insights, and opportunities. Since 2018, the firm has made over 30 investments, ranging from $200,000 to $5 million, depending on the stage of investment. Notable investments include Revenue Grid, a Ukrainian company specializing in revenue operations and intelligence platforms, and partnerships with platforms like Dealroom.co to support the Ukrainian startup ecosystem.

Companies with strong ties to Ukraine and Eastern Europe, Technology-focused enterprises, Ambitious founders aiming for global expansion