BALFIN Group

Private Investment Firm Albania ·Founded 1993

Overview

Established in 1993 in Vienna by Samir Mane, BALFIN Group has grown into one of the most successful investment entities in the Western Balkans. The group operates across multiple sectors, including real estate, retail, banking, asset management, renewable energy, logistics, education, media, tourism, agriculture, mining industry, energy, financial services, insurance, and food. With a workforce of approximately 5,500 professionals, BALFIN Group's sustained success over more than three decades is driven by the dedication and passion of its people. The group is present in Albania, Austria, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Switzerland, Croatia, the Netherlands, the United States, and Canada. Its diversified investment portfolio spans multiple sectors, including banking, real estate development, wholesale and retail, asset management, tourism, energy, logistics, education, and entertainment. The group is committed to upholding the highest standards of business and ethics, maintaining strong financial stability, leveraging exceptional human capital, and prioritizing innovation. Since 2023, the group's social initiatives have been unified under the Mane Foundation, further strengthening its commitment to community empowerment and social impact.

Investment Focus

  • Strong financial stability
  • Exceptional human capital
  • Commitment to innovation
  • High ethical standards
  • Focus on sustainable growth
  • Community empowerment
  • Social impact

Portfolio Companies

Alba-TradeNeptun ElectronicsTirana BankBalfin ConstructionSpar AlbaniaACREMGreen CoastEast Gate MallQTUTEGRolling Hills LiqeniNext to ValamarRetail ParkRolling HillsTBUBalfin AmericasGo GreenBalfin Real EstateTirana Logistic ParkStella Mare

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Frequently asked questions about BALFIN Group

What sectors does BALFIN Group invest in?

BALFIN Group invests in Financial Services, Energy, Real Estate, Media, Banking and Insurance, and is based in Albania. BALFIN Group is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does BALFIN Group invest at?

BALFIN Group backs companies at Growth, Late Stage, Buyout, Turnaround and Distressed, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does BALFIN Group invest in?

BALFIN Group invests across United States, Canada, Switzerland, Austria, Netherlands and Montenegro.

Who are the partners at BALFIN Group?

Team members listed for BALFIN Group include Matilda Shehu (Chief Transformation Officer) and Leons Tuda (Investment Advisor to CEO).

What companies has BALFIN Group invested in?

BALFIN Group's portfolio includes Alba-Trade, Neptun Electronics, Tirana Bank, Balfin Construction, Spar Albania, ACREM, Green Coast and East Gate Mall.

How do I contact BALFIN Group?

BALFIN Group's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database