Summary

Borys Musielak and Paul Bragiel founded SMOK Ventures as a venture capital fund to invest in Poland's economy. This initiative was launched in response to the need to support Polish entrepreneurs who face barriers in international markets. The venture aims to secure the investment of PLN 46 million over the next few years to foster growth in startups. The firm seeks to build a robust network of investors who are willing to engage in a long-term relationship with their target startups. By leveraging the support of the Polish Development Fund, these individuals have successfully transformed the industry. They are currently in the initial stages of this ambitious strategy, focusing on acquiring new projects. Their approach ensures that the capital raised will directly drive innovation within the Polish market. The fund is designed to serve as a critical lifeline for small to medium-sized enterprises. This venture represents a pivotal moment in Polish entrepreneurship, encouraging innovation through dedicated funding. The founders remain committed to ensuring that the investment yields significant results for their clients and the broader economy.

Title

SMOK Ventures - Bridging Silicon Valley to CEE

Description

Bridging Silicon Valley to CEE

Keywords

founders, partner, contact, fund, startups, companies, founder, ventures, poland, entrepreneurs, startup, seed, platform, portfolio, funds, venture, europe

NS Lookup

A 2.57.137.2

Dates

Created 2026-04-14

Updated 2026-04-15

Summarized 2026-04-15