TX Ventures

TX Ventures is an independent venture capital firm specializing in fintech investments across Europe, including the UK. The firm manages a CHF 100 million fund backed by TX Group, Switzerland's largest private media group, and targets seed to Series A stage companies with ticket sizes ranging from CHF 1 million to 5 million. Its investment focus spans Fintech & Insurtech, Proptech, Cybertech, and Digital Assets, aiming to support startups that democratize access to financial products, enhance financial security for individuals, and drive efficiency and sustainability in the financial sector. TX Ventures provides hands-on operational support to its portfolio companies in marketing, technology, and IT security. As the venture capital arm of TX Group, which traces its roots to a media company founded in 1893, TX Ventures was established to capitalize on the group's innovation-driven ethos. The firm emerged from TX Group's commitment to technological evolution and societal impact, positioning itself as a key player in Switzerland's fintech ecosystem. Managing partners Jens Schleuniger and Krzysztof Bialkowski lead the team, bringing complementary expertise from investment banking, entrepreneurship, and strategic operations at firms like UBS, JPMorgan, Swisscom, and Orange Group. Principal Klaudia Kasperczyk adds depth with her background in venture capital at Tenity and SIX Fintech Ventures, alongside consulting for major financial institutions. The firm's team combines operator experience with investor acumen, particularly in B2B fintech, SaaS, and breakthrough technologies. Jens Schleuniger focuses on B2B fintech and SaaS, drawing from building leading startup platforms and SME solutions in the DACH region. Krzysztof Bialkowski built TX Ventures' fintech portfolio from inception, leveraging 20+ years in strategy, IoT, big data, and cloud services. This expertise enables comprehensive support for founders navigating complex fintech landscapes. While specific portfolio companies are not detailed in available sources, TX Ventures' emphasis on early-stage European fintech positions it to back disruptive ventures reshaping finance. The firm's Zurich base and TX Group backing provide strategic advantages in a competitive market, fostering sustainable growth for investees.