Brighteye Ventures

Brighteye Ventures is a leading European venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies focused on the "HumanOS" – systems designed to help people learn, work, and adapt continuously. The firm backs founders who are leveraging technology to redefine human capabilities, with a particular emphasis on the education technology (Edtech) sector. They provide capital and strategic support to companies from Pre-Seed to Series A stages, aiming to foster innovation in learning and work environments.

Founded in 2017 by Ben Wirz and Alex Spiro Latsis, Brighteye Ventures emerged with a thesis-driven approach to address the evolving landscape of education and work. The firm has grown to become a prominent investor in the European Edtech ecosystem, managing significant assets across multiple funds. Their latest fund, closed in June 2023, brought their total assets under management to €150 million, demonstrating their continued commitment to the sector.

Brighteye Ventures boasts a diverse portfolio of over 50 companies, including notable investments such as Shakers, Installer.com, La Solive, Epic!, Ornikar, Ironhack, HackTheBox, Oneday, and Sdui. These companies span various sub-sectors within learning and work, from online education platforms and cybersecurity upskilling to school operating systems and AI-driven entrepreneurial training. The firm actively supports its portfolio companies in refining products, building partnerships, and scaling across geographies.

The Brighteye Ventures team comprises experienced investors and operators with backgrounds in building and scaling companies. Founding Partners Ben Wirz and Alex Spiro Latsis bring extensive expertise in venture capital, tech, education, and media. The team, including Partner David Guérin, Principal Isabella Vahdati, Associate Ghita Targhi, Head of Platform & Research Rhys Spence, and Head of Community & Events Hege Tollerud, works closely with founders, offering deep sector knowledge, strategic insight, and access to an international network for talent and customer acquisition. The fund is managed by Gestron Asset Management SA, a regulated Luxembourg AIFM.