Wanaka Capital Partners

Overview

Wanaka Capital Partners is a venture capital firm based in Tel Aviv, Israel, focusing on early-stage investments in Mid-Tech companies. Mid-Tech companies are characterized by their technology targeting low-tech or non-tech industries, relatively small R&D needs (less than $5 million), and defendable intellectual property. These companies typically operate in sectors such as industrial technologies, water and energy, consumer innovations, medical devices, and materials. The firm was established in late 2006 with a fund size of $50 million, making it Israel's first fund exclusively targeting early-stage Mid-Tech companies. Wanaka Capital Partners aims to address the commercialization and go-to-market challenges faced by these companies by providing financial support and strategic guidance. The firm's team brings commercialization, financial, and strategic skills, along with a broad international business network, to assist Mid-Tech companies in their growth and development. Wanaka Capital Partners has a history of investing in companies like Navotek Medical, which received a $5 million investment in July 2007. The firm's investment philosophy centers on identifying and supporting companies with innovative technologies that have the potential to transform traditional industries. By focusing on Mid-Tech companies, Wanaka Capital Partners seeks to bridge the gap between high-tech innovations and their practical applications in various industries, contributing to the advancement and modernization of these sectors.