What are Investment Lighthouses?
Investment Lighthouses are platforms driven by Estonian, Finnish, Lithuanian, Slovenian and Latvian Business
Angel Networks (BANs) aimed to boost innovation and
collaboration. These one-stop-shops of cross-boarder investing facilitate access to startups,
provide essential resources, ensure regulatory compliance,
and sustain success in the European startup financing ecosystem.
Who is it for?
Investment Lighthouse web-pages are designed for investors seeking high-quality opportunities and startups looking for funding and support.
What are Investment Lighthouses for?
- Facilitate access to curated deal flow and opportunities.
- Engage in events and forums to build relationships and
share knowledge. - Connect with a diverse and robust network of stakeholders.
- Stay informed about the regulatory landscape and gain
access valuable educational resources.
Explore your Country of Interest
Click on the name of the country to dive into the heart of each
Investment Lighthouse, where opportunities and
knowledge converge.
Investor Ecosystem: Estonia’s investment ecosystem is dynamic and rapidly growing, with several hundred active angel investors and VC-s altogether, including the prominent EstBAN (Estonian Business Angels Network) with 300 members. The country is also home to or investment destination to approximatley dozen influential venture capital funds which actively invest in early-stage tech startups.
Startup Landscape: The local startup scene is thriving, particularly in fintech, cybersecurity, and digital health. Notable successes include unicorns like Bolt, Wise, and Pipedrive, as well as rising stars like Veriff and Skeleton Technologies, all of which have achieved significant international growth. Estonia’s digital-first approach and supportive government policies, such as the e-Residency program, foster a highly collaborative and innovative environment.
Growth and Opportunities: The ecosystem has seen a 30% annual increase in new startups, with fintech, green tech, and digital health leading the way. Estonia’s robust digital infrastructure and investor-friendly environment create abundant opportunities for investors to engage with cutting-edge technologies and high-potential startups.
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Access to deal-flow
If you want to get acquainted with the Estonian startups and local deal flow, then join The Estonian Business Angel Network (EstBAN). We have monthly pitch and networking events and we partner with all the important local ecosystem players to be in the middle of the action. We always try to make way for startups to get funded with doing all this:
- Pitch Events: Regular pitch events where selected startups present their business ideas to EstBAN members. These events provide direct exposure to potential investors.
- Matchmaking Events: Organized events that connect startups with relevant business angels based on industry, stage, and investment preferences.
- Syndication: Facilitating syndicated investments where multiple angels pool resources to invest in a startup. This allows startups to raise larger amounts of capital.
- Investor-Startup Networking: Opportunities for informal networking with investors at various events and workshops, fostering relationships that can lead to investment.
- Online Deal Platform: EstBAN uses Dealum platform where startups can submit their pitch decks and business plans for review by EstBAN members. This platform increases visibility and accessibility to potential investors.
- Incubator and Accelerator Partnerships: Collaboration with incubators and accelerators to source promising startups, offering these startups a pathway to pitch to EstBAN members.
- Follow-on Funding Rounds: Access to additional funding rounds from existing EstBAN investors, providing opportunities for continued financial support as the startup grows.
Events, networking & study trips
Sign up for our events, trainings and study visits that provide space for investors to connect, share insights, and explore potential co-investment opportunities. These collaborative acts transcend geographical boundaries, create an environment where like-minded investors can engage in meaningful discussions, share valuable experiences, and forge partnerships that extend beyond individual investments.
This kind of interconnectedness contributes to the creation of a supportive
ecosystem where investors can rely on each other for insights, advice, and collaborative ventures.
Resources & past events
The Connect2Scale project offers various collaboration opportunities for international investors, including:
- Training Programs: Tailored sessions for both new and experienced angel investors to enhance their skills and strategies.
- Knowledge Sharing: Access to exclusive knowledge sessions that foster learning and networking.
- Investment Ecosystem Collaboration: Opportunities to engage with a broad network of European investors and startups, expanding investment possibilities across multiple EU countries.
- Educate yourself via training materials from past events.
