Open Ocean Capital
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Helsinki, Finland
Countries of investment
- Finland
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
Industries
About
Open Ocean Capital is a prominent pan-European venture capital firm dedicated to investing in B2B software companies that are at the forefront of the data economy. With a strategic emphasis on leading Series A investments of up to €5 million, OpenOcean seeks to empower groundbreaking startups poised for growth and innovation. Founded by influential figures from MySQL AB and MariaDB, the firm leverages its extensive industry expertise and network to nurture entrepreneurial talent and drive transformative solutions in the technology landscape. OpenOcean is committed to fostering the next generation of software leaders, ensuring that its portfolio companies thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Open Ocean Capital is a prominent pan-European venture capital firm dedicated to investing in B2B software companies that are at the forefront of the data economy. With a strategic emphasis on leading Series A investments of up to €5 million, OpenOcean seeks to empower groundbreaking startups poised for growth and innovation. Founded by influential figures from MySQL AB and MariaDB, the firm leverages its extensive industry expertise and network to nurture entrepreneurial talent and drive transformative solutions in the technology landscape. OpenOcean is committed to fostering the next generation of software leaders, ensuring that its portfolio companies thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Investment Thesis
Open Ocean Capital invests in technology and digital media startups, emphasizing innovation and scalability.
Manager's Experience
With a strong background in private equity and venture capital, the fund manager has successfully completed over 30 transactions across technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors. Their investment strategy emphasizes a data-driven approach, particularly focusing on early and growth-stage companies in North America and Europe. Noteworthy exits include several high-value IPOs and strategic sales, showcasing their ability to identify and capitalize on emerging trends. Their operator-first style allows for deep engagement with portfolio companies, driving both operational improvements and value creation.
Team
Ralf Wahlsten
Patrik Backman
Michael Widenius
Tom Henriksson
Riku Seppala
Richard Muirhead
Dan Shearer