Marek Fodor

Overview

Marek Fodor is a seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor with a robust background in technology and finance. He co-founded Atrápalo, Spain's largest independent online travel agency, and served as its Chief Technology Officer for eight years. In 2010, he co-founded Kantox, a fintech company specializing in currency exchange solutions for businesses, where he currently holds the position of Chairman. Additionally, Marek is a Managing Partner at 4Founders Capital, a venture capital firm that invests in high-growth technology projects. He has also been involved in various startups as a business angel and mentor, including Deporvillage, Palbin, Escapada Rural, and Toubkal Partners. His investment focus spans sectors such as financial services, technology, e-commerce, fintech, and digital applications. Marek's investment strategy targets early-stage companies with strong founding teams and international ambitions, aiming to create significant value through disruptive projects. He has a history of successful exits and continues to actively support the growth of innovative startups across Europe. Marek's approach to investing is characterized by a hands-on involvement, leveraging his extensive experience in both entrepreneurship and technology. He seeks to partner with founders who have a strong sense of ownership and the ambition to build large-scale companies. His investments often focus on sectors with high technological components, such as fintech, e-commerce, and digital applications. Through his role at 4Founders Capital, Marek has been instrumental in supporting companies from pre-seed stages to Series A+, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance to help them scale effectively. His commitment to fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurs has made him a respected figure in the European startup ecosystem. Marek's track record includes successful investments in companies like Deporvillage, a leading e-commerce platform for sports and fitness products, and Flywire (formerly peerTransfer), a global payment platform for education. His involvement in these ventures showcases his ability to identify and support high-potential startups. As an active business angel and mentor, Marek continues to contribute to the growth and success of numerous startups, sharing his expertise and resources to help them achieve their goals. His philosophy centers on empowering entrepreneurs to build disruptive companies that can make a significant impact in their respective industries.

Investment Focus

• Strong founding team
• International mindset
• Ambition to create large-scale companies
• Disruptive projects with strong tech component
• Pre-Seed to Series A+ stages
• Investment tickets ranging from €100K to €4M

Portfolio Companies