Urho Konttori

Overview

Urho Konttori is a Finnish entrepreneur and investor specializing in technology and innovation. He is the founder and CEO of Distance, a startup focusing on next-generation heads-up displays for increased safety and battlefield superiority. Prior to this, he founded Varjo, a global leader in professional-grade VR/XR headsets. With over 15 years of experience in designing, engineering, and managing large-scale hardware and software projects at Microsoft and Nokia, he has been responsible for scouting, evaluating, and defining high consumer value innovations such as novel cameras, see-through touch-screen fingerprint and VR headset technologies in more than a dozen mobile products, resulting in over 10 patents. He has also led the development of multiple operating systems, including the Linux-based Nokia N9 and N900 OS. Urho holds a B.Sc. degree in Algorithms from the University of Helsinki. As an investor, Urho Konttori focuses on early-stage technology companies, particularly in the fields of virtual reality, augmented reality, and related hardware and software solutions. His investment strategy emphasizes innovation, scalability, and the potential for significant impact in their respective industries. He seeks to support visionary entrepreneurs who are developing groundbreaking technologies with the potential to transform markets and improve lives. Urho's investment philosophy is rooted in his extensive background in product development and technology innovation. He values a strong technical foundation, a clear vision, and a commitment to excellence. His approach is hands-on, offering strategic guidance and leveraging his network to help portfolio companies navigate challenges and seize growth opportunities. He is particularly interested in companies that are at the intersection of hardware and software, aiming to create integrated solutions that deliver superior user experiences and drive industry advancement.

Investment Focus

• Innovative technology solutions
• Scalable business models
• Strong technical teams
• Clear market differentiation
• Potential for significant impact

Portfolio Companies