Segnalita Ventures

Segnalita Ventures is an Austrian venture capital firm established in 2016, rooted in the entrepreneurial legacy of Gernot Langes-Swarovski. The firm operates with a vision to foster long-term entrepreneurial values by investing in pioneering companies and high-quality brands. They are committed to purpose and impact, believing in the potential of ideas to create sustainable value for people, society, and the environment. Segnalita Ventures actively seeks to develop scalable business models and cultivate lasting partnerships that reflect an understanding of sustainable development and binding values.

The firm's investment approach emphasizes early-stage collaboration, partnering with entrepreneurs from the earliest stages of their ventures. Segnalita Ventures provides not only financial capital but also broad-based expertise and access to a strong network of strategic contributors, aiming to offer substantial and instrumental added value beyond mere funding. Their focus is on creating sustainable values and long-term partnerships, moving beyond the pursuit of quick financial gains.

Segnalita Ventures has built a diverse portfolio of early-stage startups with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation. Notable investments include Prewave, an AI-powered platform for supply chain risk management; instagrid, a manufacturer of portable power supplies; and ToolSense, an IoT analytics platform for manufacturing applications. Other portfolio companies span areas such as mobile data capture (Anyline), health and wellness (Kiweno, ICAROS, CubileHealth), and sustainable solutions (Carbon Competence).

The management team at Segnalita Ventures brings extensive experience in building and managing successful businesses. Markus Langes-Swarovski, the Founder and Shareholder, represents the Langes-Swarovski family and builds upon his father Gernot Langes-Swarovski's legacy, focusing on entrepreneurial responsibility and pioneering spirit. Bernhard Letzner, the Managing Director, oversees the firm's operational activities, contributing years of expertise in business creation and development gained from various senior roles within the Gernot-Langes-Swarovski Group.