Silicon Gardens is the Adria region’s first and only Founders for Founders’ VC firm, established by entrepreneurs who have successfully built their own companies. We help the next generation of ambitious entrepreneurs build 10x bigger companies.

South Central Ventures (SCV) is a leading venture capital firm with 18 years of experience, managing over €100 million and boasting a portfolio of more than 50 high‑tech companies. With offices in Ljubljana, Zagreb, Belgrade, and Skopje, SCV invests in seed‑stage companies from the Southeast Europe (SEE) region that operate in globally prosperous industries. Beyond capital, SCV provides mentorship and actively partners with their portfolio companies, offering extensive support to drive success.

FRC is a venture capital firm dedicated to supporting bold founders and high‑growth startups. With a strong track record in M&A and financing exceeding $4 billion, FRC provides more than just capital—offering hands‑on support from incubation to exit. Committed to building a top‑tier entrepreneurial ecosystem in Croatia, the firm values transparency, speed, and unwavering backing for its founders. Recognized as the “Best Investor” in the region for two consecutive years, FRC stands out for its no‑nonsense, fact‑driven approach to venture investing.

Carinthian Venture Fonds (CVF) is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early‑stage, development, and growth projects through equity capital. Investment amounts range from EUR 100,000 to EUR 500,000, with the possibility of follow‑on financing. They focus on technology‑oriented startups and SMEs that demonstrate economic, ecological, and social responsibility, aiming to enhance value creation in the Carinthia region.

Vesna Fund manages the first deep tech venture capital fund in Central Eastern Europe, specifically focusing on Croatia and Slovenia. Established with a capital of €50 million, the fund is headquartered in Luxembourg and operates additional offices in Zagreb and Ljubljana. The fund primarily invests in sectors such as climate technology, advanced materials, and AI/ICT.

TechAngels is Romania’s first angel investor network, established in 2013 to support early‑stage technology startups through investments, expertise, and connections. Over the past decade, they have invested more than €40 million in the Romanian tech ecosystem, with their aggregate portfolio encompassing over 240 startups. In 2024, TechAngels members invested €3.777 million in tech startups, marking a 25% year‑over‑year increase. The organization continues to foster the growth of tech businesses in Romania and South‑Eastern Europe by providing funding, mentorship, and access to acceleration programs.