Soulmates Ventures

Soulmates Ventures is a Czech accelerator and venture capital firm dedicated to fostering bold, green innovation for a more sustainable future. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies, primarily at the Seed and Series A stages, that are developing innovative solutions with a positive global, economic, and social impact. Their investment strategy targets key areas such as air, water, energy, mobility, education, healthcare, food and agriculture, and the circular economy, with an initial investment ticket of up to €3,000,000.

Founded in 2020 by Hynek Sochor, Soulmates Ventures emerged with a mission to bridge the gap between impactful innovators and sustainable investors. The firm aims to triple the success rate of venture investments by providing not only capital but also a comprehensive acceleration program. This program offers strategic support in areas like brand building, marketing, financial management, operations, sustainability, and market expansion, helping startups scale rapidly and effectively.

The firm's diverse portfolio showcases its commitment to sustainable development across various technological innovations. Notable investments include Antiverse, which leverages generative AI for antibody drug discovery; Better Medicine, an Estonian healthtech company utilizing AI for kidney cancer detection; Rightcharge, a British EdTech startup transforming science and technology engagement for children; and eAgronom, a provider of certified carbon credits from regenerative agriculture. Other portfolio companies span areas like AI-powered fintech, personal well-being AI companions, and real-time air pollution data networks.

The team at Soulmates Ventures, led by Founder and Managing Partner Hynek Sochor and Managing Partner Michal Sikyta, brings expertise in investment, sustainability, innovation, growth acceleration, governance, finance, and legal counsel. They are committed to long-term partnerships and adhere to core values of decency, expertise, momentum, efficiency, stability, and trust. Soulmates Ventures has received global recognition, including being awarded Best VC of the Year in Central Europe and at the Global Startup Awards, and Best Sustainability-Focused VC Ecosystem at the World Future Awards.