Kristian Øvsthus

Overview

Kristian Øvsthus is a Norwegian angel investor specializing in technology startups. He is the Managing Partner at Idekapital, a Norwegian venture capital firm focusing on scaling technology companies. Idekapital invests primarily in Norwegian B2B software companies with global potential, emphasizing software-as-a-service (SaaS) models and big data solutions. The firm has a portfolio that includes companies like Ardoq, MixMove, No Isolation, and WheelMe. Idekapital's investment strategy centers on identifying and supporting companies with scalable business models and international growth prospects. Kristian Øvsthus has been instrumental in leading the firm's investment activities and has a background in strategy and M&A advisory, having worked for over a decade in Norwegian strategy and M&A boutiques. Under his leadership, Idekapital has raised significant capital, including an 800 million NOK fund in 2020, and has been active in the Norwegian startup ecosystem, contributing to the growth and development of several technology companies. His investment philosophy focuses on identifying companies with strong growth potential and providing them with the necessary resources and guidance to achieve international success.

Investment Focus

• Norwegian B2B software companies
• Global growth potential
• Scalable business models
• SaaS and big data solutions

Portfolio Companies