Alexander Galitsky

Overview

Alexander Galitsky is a distinguished Russian entrepreneur and venture capitalist with a notable track record in the technology sector. He co-founded Almaz Capital, an international venture fund established in 2008, with major offices in Portola Valley, California, and Berlin, Germany. The fund focuses on early-stage, capital-efficient technology companies in high-growth sectors, with investments from entities such as the European Investment Fund (EIF), Cisco, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the International Finance Corporation (IFC). Prior to his venture capital endeavors, Galitsky founded and led several high-tech companies, including ELVIS+, TrustWorks Systems, EzWIM, ELVIS Telecom, and NPC ELVIS. His early career also involved significant contributions to the Soviet space industry as a defense scientist. Galitsky is credited with pioneering work in Wi-Fi and Virtual Private Network (VPN) technologies, holding over 30 patents in these areas. Throughout his career, Galitsky has been recognized for his contributions to the technology and venture capital sectors. In 2000, he was named a 'Technology Pioneer' at the World Economic Forum in Davos. In 2013, he received the 'Entrepreneur of the Year' award in Russia, organized by EY. Additionally, he has served on the boards of various international companies, including Acumatica, Acronis, Ezwim, Jelastic, PetCube, PGP Inc., Parallels, StarWind, and Virtuozzo. He is also a strategic adviser and a member of the founding circle at the B612 Foundation. Galitsky's investment portfolio includes notable companies such as Acronis, Evernote, Parallels, PGP Corporation, and Yandex. His focus on early-stage technology companies has contributed to the growth and success of numerous startups in Europe and the United States. His strategic vision and commitment to innovation continue to influence the global technology landscape.

Investment Focus

• Innovative technology solutions
• Scalable business models
• Strong founding teams
• Potential for global market impact
• Capital efficiency

Portfolio Companies