Mika Salmi

Angel Investor Zürich, Switzerland ·Founded 2012

Overview

Mika Salmi is a seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor specializing in technology and media sectors. He has a history of discovering and nurturing talent across various industries, including music, film, animation, online video, gaming, sports, and education. Notable examples include his work with Nine Inch Nails, Jason Reitman, JibJab, AtomFilms, Shockwave/AddictingGames, MadRaces, and CreativeLive. As Managing Partner at Lakestar, a European venture capital firm, Salmi has been instrumental in investing in companies such as Airbnb, Blockchain, Glovo, Public, Revolut, and Spotify. His investment focus spans multiple stages, from seed to Series D, and he has a geographical focus on the United States and various European countries. In addition to his venture capital activities, Salmi serves as Executive Chairman at Feed Media Group and holds positions on several boards, including Hagerty and INSEAD. He is also a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. His diverse experience and strategic insights have significantly contributed to the growth and success of numerous startups and established companies alike.

Investment Focus

  • Innovative companies with high growth potential in technology and media sectors

Portfolio Companies

AirbnbSpotifyRevolutGlovoBlockchainPublic

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Frequently asked questions about Mika Salmi

What sectors does Mika Salmi invest in?

Mika Salmi invests in Technology, Energy, Media, Education, FinTech and E-commerce, and is based in Zürich, Switzerland. Mika Salmi is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Mika Salmi invest at?

Mika Salmi backs companies at Seed, Series A and Series B, writing cheques of 100K - 5M.

Which regions does Mika Salmi invest in?

Mika Salmi invests across United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy and Denmark.

What companies has Mika Salmi invested in?

Mika Salmi's portfolio includes Airbnb, Spotify, Revolut, Glovo, Blockchain and Public.

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