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Quantum Leap Acquisition (QLA) is a media-tech-enabled consulting company. We merge tradition with innovation to redefine the landscape of financial and business services. 

Startup Wise Guys is a Global Accelerator and European Venture Capital Fund that invests into Early Stage B2B startups who are building sustainable excellence with global ambition.

QLA x Startup Wise Guys?

Quantum Leap Acquisition (QLA) and Startup Wise Guys have formed a strategic partnership to leverage our combined strengths in consulting and venture capital. QLA’s expertise in media-tech and innovative financial strategies complements Startup Wise Guys’ focus on nurturing early-stage B2B startups with
global potential. 

Together, we provide a comprehensive suite of services to help investors and institutions identify lucrative opportunities, mitigate risks, and maximize value.
Our collaboration is designed to support startups in achieving sustainable growth while delivering superior outcomes for investors.

Investment Verticals | Strategies

Solve the important cyber challenges of today.

The Startup Wise Guys are pushing the next generation of Cybersecurity startups to solve the most important cyber challenges of today. We are committed to transforming cutting edge research into technologies, products and services that lead in the commercial market. 

We seek to partner our years of experience and leading investments in the cyber vertical, with talented and ambitious tech entrepreneurs looking to pick up the pace. Our specific cyber security accelerators equip startups with the expertise, knowledge and training to generate bigscale innovation. 

Unleash the Potential of Next-Generation Defence Technology.

The defence sector is on the brink of a transformation, driven by the rapid advancement of technology in the areas of cybersecurity, unmanned systems, and smart munitions. Despite the remarkable capabilities provided by existing military technology, the centralized control over defence procurement and development has often hindered innovation.

In many nations, the defence industry is stifled under the weight of bureaucratic control, limiting the agility and responsiveness of firms and government agencies alike. The centralization of authority over critical aspects such as procurement decisions, budget allocations, and the prioritization of defence projects has left many promising innovations on the sidelines.

This is where Defence Innovators steps in. Our mission is to partner with defence contractors, military planners, and technology firms to navigate the complex landscape of defence innovation. We leverage cutting-edge technology and strategic insights to propel your projects to the forefront of national security planning.

Extend your reality with our XR programs.

Extended reality (XR) is traveling at full force and the potential of XR and immersive technologies like VR, AR and MR, are beginning to explode across mainstream verticals. 

Merging the physical and virtual worlds is no easy feat, but we aren’t the new kids on the block anymore. At the Startup Wise Guys we have been investing, facilitating and propelling B2B XR startups into the forefront of the metaverse since the start. 

If your startup’s vision holds the key to the future, be it augmented reality, artificial intelligence or maybe 3D modeling, we have the XR accelerator program to give your emerging technology a future proof landing.

Revolutionize business solutions.

The fintech industry multiplies at a colossal speed year in and year out. But we know, from firsthand experience, that the rapid ascension of fintech makes it pretty tough for early-stage founders. 

But, here at the Startup Wise Guys we have spent over 10 years fine tuning our fintech accelerator program – so we know what it takes to make the cut. We take early-stage startups with cutting edge ideas and support them to scale up and thrive in the world’s most competitive markets. 

The Startup Wise Guys takes redefining the fintech industry seriously. Our connected tech network of mentors, founders and investors support ambitious founders to break into the market and make their visions a reality. 

The way of the real estate  solutions.

Proptech encompasses Property Technology and Construction Technology (C-Tech or ConTech) and is projected to reach $14 trillion by 2030. It’s revolutionizing global construction towards Net Zero Carbon!

Urgent environmental concerns and labour shortages have demanded these improved building practices. Built assets alone contribute to 40% of the EU’s energy consumption, over 35% of waste generation, and 50% of all extracted resources, including high construction costs, development inefficiencies, and soaring transaction expenses, leading to significant home affordability issues.

We embrace the Proptech revolution head-on! We seek out Founders and Startups within the Proptech space who fearlessly tackle challenges like Energy Transition, Labor Shortage & Productivity, Affordable Housing, and any friction in the Real Estate Industry. With our unrivaled experience in crafting innovative solutions for the Proptech industry, we join forces with these visionaries to fulfil their ultimate aspirations.

Together, we harness the transformative power of cutting-edge industry 4.0 technologies. The potency of what we can help you conquer in Proptech is groundbreaking, and the best you can have because of our trusted expertise and strong partnerships.

Tap this wealth by joining us today!

As expanding markets demand optimized turn-key software solutions, SaaS is here to stay.

Software as a service is one of the largest growing industries in the world. As expanding markets demand optimized turn-key software solutions, SaaS is here to stay. 

It just so happens that SaaS is our bread and butter. Since Wise Guys began we have invested and accelerated saas verticals in over 300+ companies. And guess what? We are only heading skyward, with our B2B SaaS survival rate at over 80%. 

After 10 years in the game, we know our stuff and that’s why we lead in Europe as one of the top SaaS accelerators. 

So if you, like us, think innovation means taking bold ideas and transforming them into a global reality for the new generation, scale up with Wise Guys’ SaaS programs. 

Global transition to a sustainable and inclusive future.

At Startup Wise Guys our accelerators prioritize people, planet and profit. We strive to be leaders of the climate revolution and we have years of experience under our belt investing in early-stage B2B with green solutions and goals to reduce carbon emissions. 

Our founders understand the ecological, social and environmental ecosystems that shape our global world and they seek innovative solutions to support them. We take “making an impact” to the next level and if you, like us, believe in envisioning a better planet for all – you may have found your ticket! Join our sustainability program today.

The future of internet and ownership.

The internet is evolving, and web3 is emerging as the driving force behind this change, offering an alternative to the centralized state of today’s digital operations.

Although billions of individuals does have unquestionably free access to amazing technology because of the internet’s present centralized arrangement, it has also stifled innovation. Presently, network owners hold unilateral power over crucial aspects such as network access, revenue distribution, supported features, and user data security. 

This centralized control creates challenges for startups, founders, and other groups looking to expand their internet presence. As a result of this concentrated authority. They are continually in danger of having the rules changed, losing their audience, and losing money.

This is where Startup Wise Guys steps in. We are here to collaborate with startups and founders at various stages within the Web3 Space. Together, we will unlock the power of web3 decentralized technology, blockchain, and CBDCs, opening up exciting possibilities for your company that can bring you at par with renowned brands.

Open VC Funds

Empowering early-stage B2B startups in West and East Africa.

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Being the first to invest and accelerate the next best global generation of Cybersecurity and Defense startups.

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Investing in the early disruptors within Proptech and Construction Tech.

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Unlocking the potential of untapped markets.

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Investing in the “diamonds in the rough”.

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Unlocking the potential of untapped markets.

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Featured portfolio companies

Our Approach

What makes us different?

We are the first believers

SWG was built to help founders become entrepreneurs and we are true to this mission! We are usually the first fund manager to invest in our portfolio teams right after the so-called family, friends and fools group. Therefore, we invest much earlier compared to other VCs, who normally take part in follow-on investments.

International investor base

We take pride to have gained the trust of ≅ 300 limited partners from 35+ countries, mostly among HNWI, VCs, family offices and fund of funds. Many of our portfolio founders have decided to invest in our funds after completing their successful exits.

Proprietary world-class acceleration program

Since 2012 when we launched, we had the opportunity to test, fine-tune and continuously improve our accelerator program, which is now one of the best globally. This program enables us to get differentiated deal flow access and further prepare our portfolio startups for growth.

Focus on overlooked markets

We are the only major player in business acceleration that focuses on talented startup founders from underserved, overlooked markets. Our founders are typically techno wizzes and daring dreamers who are driven by a strong motivation to succeed internationally with their startup.

Mitigation of early stage risk

Through our five-month long acceleration program we get involved early in setting the selected teams for international business growth. Meaning we significantly mitigate the default risk typical to early stage startups. In addition, via strong portfolio diversification, we invest in hundreds of companies per fund across several industry verticals and countries and our investment portfolio benefits from an additional layer of risk mitigation.

Network power

Startup Wise Guys network connects 800+ alumni founders, 500+ mentors and 60+ international team members. Thanks to our super connected network we have access to attractive and hard to find investment opportunities in our target markets/ segments. Our network members support each other with international expansion, cross-selling opportunities and co-investments.

Challenger II Fund

Overlooked markets in Europe and Africa

Strongest B2B founders from overlooked markets

Early-stage, Growth-driven

We are the first to invest in the strongest B2B founders from overlooked markets and speed up their growth through our flagship accelerator program. We combine the strength of our brand and network with the reach of our Scouting and General Partners’ team ensuring that the best founders in the region want to work with us.

Our vertical focus allows us to find the best founders seeking relevant network and expertise and separating us from other generalist programs and investors. 

Challenger II fund co-invests in startups together with our other fund vehicles focusing on particular geography or vertical.

  • We select on average €100,000 ticket per startup and we invest in 8-10 startups per accelerator cohort.
  • We invest up to cumulative €500,000 in subsecuence follow-on rounds.
  • We plan to make up to 20 direct deals outside the accelerator.
  • Notable previous direct investments include Bolt, Katana, Planet42, Jeff App.
  • Initial: up to 150,000 (150k)
  • Follow-on: up to 250,000 (250k)
  • Direct: 200,000 (200k)

Wise Guys Ventures OÜ (registration code 14113848)

Applied for small alternative investment fund manager registration and authorization by Estonian Financial Supervision Authority (FSA) and Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).

Estonian Financial Supervision and Resolution Authority.

  • Herty Tammo | Co-Founder & General Partner
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    LinkedIn
  • Alexandra Balkova | General Partner Challenger II & Head of Portfolio
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    LinkedIn
  • Christopher Voolaid | Investor Relations
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    LinkedIn
  • Cristobal Alonso | CEO
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    LinkedIn
  • Gunce Onur | General Partner Challenger II
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  • Jevgeni Kabanov | Venture Partner
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    LinkedIn
  • Martin Koppel | Venture Partner
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  • Geir Samuel Voolaid | Investor Relations
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  • Dag Ainsoo | General Partner
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N/A

Limited Partnership Fund (Usaldusfond), AIFMD-compliant

10 year fund, investment period 3 years

Until year 3

3% of the fund size

Estonia

EUR

  • Limited Partner: 200,000 (200k)
  • Tier 1 Investor: 1,000,000 (1M)
  • 20,000,000 (20M)
  • Hard Cap: 30,000,000 (30M)
  • 2.5% per annum
  • 1.5% after year 4

The Challenger II Fund is well-suited for investors with a high-risk tolerance who are seeking long-term, high returns. Investors should be prepared for significant fluctuations in the value of their investment, as the fund is characterized by a high level of risk. The fund’s investments are concentrated in B2B tech startups from overlooked and emerging markets, particularly in Europe and Africa, which are often economically volatile but offer substantial growth potential. The recommended investment period for the fund is 7-10 years, allowing for the maturation and scaling of these early-stage companies.

The Future Built Asset
PropTech Fund

Europe, with a focus on global expansion including the US, Middle East, and Africa.

PropTech, Construction Tech, Smart Cities, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and digitization. Specific areas include clean energy transition, Artificial Intelligence, IoT, the shared economy, SaaS, Virtual Reality, materials science, robotics, drones affordable housing, labor shortages, and productivity.

Early and growth stage investments, with a significant portion allocated to seed stage through accelerators.

In PropTech, where global investment is expected to reach $94 billion by 2030, within a construction market valued at $14.4 trillion by the same date, Startup Wise Guys is working with companies and founders to make an impact in solving the problems of high-energy usage, carbon and clean energy transition, unaffordable housing, and labor shortages/low productivity.

  • Focus on identifying startups that can become attractive acquisition targets for corporates, building strategic partnerships, and grooming them for high exit valuations.
  • The fund is aimed at seed to series A investments. 40% of the investment will be done in startups which will go through the Startup Wise Guys acceleration program. 60% will be used to double-down on portfolio winners, as well as for direct investments.
  • Initial (accelerator): up to 150,000 (150k) with a program cost of €35K
  • Initial Follow-on: up to 300,000 (300k)
  • Direct: from $250k up to $2.5M (with an average ticket of $600,000)

Wise Guys Ventures OÜ (registration code 14113848)

Applied for small alternative investment fund manager registration and authorization by Estonian Financial Supervision Authority (FSA) and Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).

Estonian Financial Supervision and Resolution Authority.

  • Herty Tammo | Co-Founder & General Partner
    Based in 🇪🇪
    LinkedIn
  • Presidio
    Based in 🇦🇪
    Homepage
  • Aya Zaghnin | General Partner PropTech
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    LinkedIn
  • Christopher Voolaid | Investor Relations
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    LinkedIn
  • Jourdan Alexander-Younis | General Partner PropTech
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  • Geir Samuel Voolaid | Investor Relations
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  • Dag Ainsoo | General Partner
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Experts Advisory Board:
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  • Dr. Ibrahim Odeh | Professor, Columbia University (Global Leaders in Construction Management), World Economic Forum
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  • Dr. Ritin Koria | Expert Innovation, United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
    LinkedIn
  • Holley Chant | Chief Sustainability Officer Salva; Fmr. LendLease, VP Google Development Ventures
    LinkedIn
  • Lynn Simon | Director, Arup. Fmr. (Head of Sustainability, Real Estate, Google)
    LinkedIn
  • Matthew Carli | Advisory Board Member, Fabrica AI
    LinkedIn
  • Shayne Hastings | Tesla, Design Lead (Charging Infrastructure at Tesla)
    LinkedIn

N/A

Limited Partnership Fund (Usaldusfond), AIFMD-compliant

10 year fund, investment period 4 years

Until year 3

1% of the fund size

Estonia

EUR/USD

  • Limited Partner: 100,000 (100k)
  • Strategic Partner: 1,000,000 (1M)
  • Anchor Partner: 5,000,000 (5M)
  • 30,000,000 (30M)
  • Hard Cap: 50,000,000 (50M)

2% per annum

The PropTech Fund is ideal for investors, predominately corporate and institutional, with a moderate to high-risk tolerance who are seeking long-term returns in the real estate and construction technology sectors. Investors should be prepared for potential fluctuations in value due to the fund’s focus on early-stage companies. The fund targets sustainable and innovative startups in Europe, North America, and the Middle East, addressing challenges like energy efficiency, affordable housing, and smart city development. The recommended investment period is 7-10 years, allowing for the growth and scaling of these transformative technologies.

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