Darius Verseckas

Overview

Darius Verseckas is a Lithuanian entrepreneur and the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and co-founder of HeavyFinance, a company established in 2020 that connects investors with European farmers seeking funding for sustainable agriculture. HeavyFinance operates across several countries, including Lithuania, Latvia, Bulgaria, Poland, Portugal, and Ukraine, facilitating loans ranging from €6,000 to €300,000 to support farmers in transitioning to regenerative farming practices. The company has secured significant investments, including a €3 million seed round led by Practica Capital in 2023, aiming to expand its impact on sustainable agriculture. Before his venture into agricultural finance, Verseckas had a background in journalism and public relations. He served as a Technology Editor for Verslo žinios, a leading business outlet in Lithuania, where he gained deep knowledge about startups and financial technologies. He also worked as a freelance communications consultant, assisting various companies in developing and executing communication strategies and campaigns. Verseckas holds a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Practice from Lancaster University and a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from Vilnius University. Under Verseckas's leadership, HeavyFinance has grown to become a significant player in the agricultural finance sector, connecting a global investor community with European farmers. The company's platform has facilitated over €88.8 million in loans, with approximately €41.95 million of principal repaid as of 2025. HeavyFinance's mission is to reduce CO2 emissions by 1 gigaton by 2050, offering funding and loan programs for companies in the sustainable agriculture sphere. The company aims to incentivize farmers to adopt sustainable and regenerative farming practices by providing them access to necessary capital, thereby contributing to the global effort against climate change.

Investment Focus

• Sustainable agriculture projects
• European farmers seeking funding
• Regenerative farming practices

Portfolio Companies