About us
InvestCEE is an independent initiative with a clear mission to make it easier to discover and connect with promising startups and growth stage companies across Central and Eastern Europe.
Our Values
At InvestCEE, we value:
Clarity and simplicity
We focus on making complex ecosystems easier to explore
Quality over quantity
Each listing is reviewed and must meet basic credibility criteria
Regional focus
We care about highlighting CEE potential in a smart and structured way
Transparency
We aim to be clear about how the platform works and how listings are chosen
We believe the CEE region deserves greater visibility, trust, and access to capital.
While global startup platforms often overlook this part of Europe or treat it as a secondary market, InvestCEE was created to offer a more focused, curated, and respectful space for innovation emerging from the region.
Unlike open directories, our listings are reviewed and selected. Every project featured on InvestCEE has reached at least a minimum level of validation whether it’s a functional prototype or an established business looking to innovate, grow, or scale with the help of external funding.
The platform is entirely free to use and is designed to serve
Investors
seeking early-stage or growth opportunities in the CEE region
Startups & Companies
that are already building real solutions and looking for funding, expertise, or meaningful connections
About the Founder
InvestCEE was founded by Robert Pientka, who works in a sector where investment, funding, and capital allocation are part of everyday business. Through this experience, it became clear how many great ideas and promising companies struggle to access the right resources especially in Central and Eastern Europe.
This platform is not about personal promotion. It’s about building something useful, honest, and long-term. Robert created InvestCEE as a way to support the region he lives in a region full of talent and potential but often underserved by global platforms.
The goal is simple: to make it easier for serious entrepreneurs and investors to connect through a curated, clean, and trustworthy space focused on quality, not quantity.
Let’s Connect
If you’re an investor looking for fresh opportunities in the CEE region, or a startup ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.