Tekfen Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
New York, United States
Countries of investment
- USA
Investment stages
- Series A
Industries
- Biotechnology
- Health Tech
- AI
About
Tekfen Ventures is a forward-thinking early-stage venture capital firm located in the heart of New York City and serves as the corporate venture arm of Tekfen Holding. Specializing in industrial and enterprise software and hardware technologies, Tekfen Ventures seeks to identify and invest in category-leading solutions that address complex challenges and drive innovation across various sectors. With a commitment to fostering growth and supporting visionary entrepreneurs, the firm leverages its extensive industry expertise and network to help portfolio companies scale and succeed in a rapidly evolving market.
Tekfen Ventures is a forward-thinking early-stage venture capital firm located in the heart of New York City and serves as the corporate venture arm of Tekfen Holding. Specializing in industrial and enterprise software and hardware technologies, Tekfen Ventures seeks to identify and invest in category-leading solutions that address complex challenges and drive innovation across various sectors. With a commitment to fostering growth and supporting visionary entrepreneurs, the firm leverages its extensive industry expertise and network to help portfolio companies scale and succeed in a rapidly evolving market.
Investment Thesis
Tekfen Ventures backs visionary founders pursuing bold transformations in legacy industries, leveraging the expertise of Tekfen Holding and its network.
Manager's Experience
With a strong background in venture capital, the fund manager has successfully executed over 50 investments primarily in technology and healthcare sectors across Europe and North America. Their strategic, operator-first approach emphasizes early-stage investments, leveraging deep industry insights to drive growth. Notable exits include several high-profile acquisitions, showcasing a keen ability to identify scalable opportunities. Their commitment to data-driven decision-making allows for a robust assessment of market trends and investment potential.
Team
Kris Kemeny
Lilly River
Jay Ribakove
Eric Turner
Yaniv Lusana
Sinan Uzan
Emre Kulluk