Orion Ventures

Overview

Orion Ventures is a Lithuanian venture capital fund established in 2021 by the investment banking firm Orion Securities. The fund focuses on investing in early-stage startups, leveraging over 30 years of corporate finance and investment experience to evaluate and support promising companies. The team conducts thorough assessments of financial indicators, market analyses, and business plans to identify high-potential startups. The fund's investment strategy is sector-agnostic, targeting a diverse range of industries, including technology, consumer products, biotechnology, aerospace, artificial intelligence, energy, telecommunications, and agriculture. Orion Ventures primarily invests in seed and early-stage companies, providing funding between €20,000 and €50,000. The fund has a geographical focus on Lithuania, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, and Poland, aiming to support and expand the Baltic startup ecosystem. Orion Ventures has built a diverse portfolio of startups, such as Astrolight, a Lithuanian space and cybersecurity company developing advanced communication technologies; Statzon, a Finnish firm offering AI-powered market analytics; Airvolve, a Lithuanian aerospace company working on innovative tactical aircraft; Vectiopep, an Estonian biotech company specializing in mRNA delivery for cancer immunotherapy; Eyevi Technologies, an Estonian AI company enhancing road network inspections; Inbalance Grid, a developer of smart electric car charging stations across the Baltic region; Leya Ai, an AI-driven language learning platform; More Mins, a virtual communication operator providing affordable international services; and Leafood, a sustainable vertical farm ensuring a constant supply of locally grown greens. The fund is a member of the Lithuanian Business Angels Network (LitBAN) and the Estonian Business Angels Network (EstBAN), actively participating in meetings and seeking new investment opportunities in the Baltic region. Orion Ventures also collaborates with other investors to co-invest in promising startups, aiming to foster innovation and economic growth in the region.

Investment Focus

• Ambitious teams
• Strong background in technology
• Early-stage startups

Portfolio Companies