Vesna VC is a venture capital fund investing in breakthrough technologies that tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges. Their focus spans Climate & Environment Tech, Advanced Materials & Enabling Technologies, and Artificial Intelligence & ICT — all with one clear goal: turning cutting-edge science into real companies with real-world impact.
At the heart of Vesna VC’s mission is bridging academia and the market. By unlocking the commercial potential of scientific research from Croatia and Slovenia, they help innovations grow from early lab results into scalable, venture-backed businesses.
Why Vesna VC matters
Vesna VC stands out for its deep-tech focus and long-term perspective:
– Strong roots in science-driven innovation
– Hands-on support from lab to market
– Deep expertise across climate tech, AI, advanced materials, health & industrial technologies
– A clear commitment to sustainable, long-term impact
From food tech and industrial safety to longevity science, Vesna VC proves that deep tech can build both meaningful businesses and a more sustainable future.
🔥 Startups to meet at Podim (backed by Vesna VC)
At Podim 2026, you’ll have the chance to meet a diverse group of science-led startups backed by Vesna VC, including:
– DELTAsort – An AI-powered robotic system that identifies and removes recyclable materials from mixed waste streams, boosting recycling efficiency.
– Enpulse – Helping companies monitor, optimize, and reduce electricity consumption through data-driven energy intelligence.
– Holonet – Enabling creators to instantly build interactive virtual worlds through prompt-based generation and one-click web deployment.
– Kinetic Medical – Turning smartphones into professional tools for real-time motion analysis and injury prevention using AI.
– Legit Software – Solving complex personal data management and privacy challenges for global customers.
– Meta Belly – Connecting mind, body, and data to improve and personalize patient care.
– Umo Neuroscience – Delivering personal performance neuro-training to help individuals optimize cognitive and mental performance.
– VaMa – Developing a patented, modular eye implant to help patients with aphakia, aniridia, and glaucoma regain long-term vision functionality.
🤝 Where to connect
You can meet Vesna VC and their startups:
– In the Deal Room
– At their Marketplace booths
– During networking moments across Podim
🌍 Why you shouldn’t miss them
Vesna VC is more than a fund — it’s a gateway into science-driven entrepreneurship in CEE.
If you’re:
💼 an investor → looking for deep-tech deal flow with long-term impact
🚀 a founder → building from research, IP, or advanced technology
🏢 a corporate → seeking innovation rooted in science and sustainability
Make sure Vesna VC is firmly on your Podim 2026 agenda.
