Wealth comes from entrepreneurship.

Keeping it comes from investing.

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I am Kristjan Raude. I trade experience for equity, backing the next generation of founders while building a high-performance life.

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My strategy is two-fold. I actively partner with founders who combine ambition with execution. To ensure longevity, I balance these high-growth assets with a preservation portfolio including real estate, public equities, and fixed income.

ATOM Mobility: White-label software platform for launching and scaling shared mobility and ride-hailing businesses.

Fermi Energia: Developing next-generation Small Modular Reactor (SMR) nuclear power plants in Estonia.

Hawk Infinity: Investment holding company acquiring and permanently holding profitable, founder-led SMEs.

SpaceX: Designer, manufacturer, and launcher of advanced rockets and spacecraft.

SEVEN SUNDAYS: Swiss-engineered sleep technology delivering customizable systems for regeneration and health.

Ender Turing: AI-driven analytics and automation software for call center optimization.

Bikeep: Secure, smart bike parking infrastructure for urban environments.

Face by Greethel: Integrated beauty ecosystem combining manual therapies, proprietary skincare, and smart technology.

Adact: No-code marketing software enabling brands to create gamified engagement campaigns.

FleetFox: B2B fleet management platform automating washing, maintenance, and vehicle relocation.

VSight: Augmented Reality (AR) software for remote industrial assistance and digital work instructions.

Stebby: The largest corporate wellness marketplace and employee benefits platform in the Baltics.

Askly: Hybrid AI-human customer support platform for automating sales and communication.

Venturebeam: Global investment platform connecting impact-driven growth ventures with institutional investors.

Cleveron: Robotic click-and-collect solutions for automating last-mile retail delivery.

1MTN: Nature-based carbon removal developer focusing on bamboo restoration projects in Africa.

WSI: Global digital marketing agency network specializing in AI-driven growth strategies.

Ampler: Manufacturer of lightweight, design-focused electric bicycles for urban commuting.

The Operator’s Investor

Estonian entrepreneur turned investor. After 20 years of building companies, I know that true wealth isn't just money—it is control over your time.

I don't just read spreadsheets. I have the scars and operational reality of building businesses from scratch.

Today, I run Raude Holdings with a family office mindset. I trade experience for equity—backing ambitious founders while refining the art of living.

The Track Record:

Serial Entrepreneur (since 2006): 8 companies across 4 countries (2 Exits).
Angel Investor: 30+ startups, 7 Lead rounds, 4 Exits.
Global: Lived and worked in Estonia, Poland, Spain, Thailand, Uganda, and Mauritius.
Impact: Mentored 100+ founders and raised millions in early-stage capital.
Network: 300+ Tech & Impact investors; recognized by COP, WEF, L59, EACMF.
Mindset: Forged by valuable business failures, not just the wins.

In my free time, you’ll find me sailing, golfing, kitesurfing or hiking deep into nature—reconnecting with nature.

My life's mission is to become truly myself and define my own success.

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Smart Capital for Founders

I am not a VC committee. I am a peer who has done what I share.

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Strategic Advisory

Guidance on fundraising & scaling without burning out.
Operational guidance from someone who has been in the seat.
Equity-based partnership, not hourly consulting.

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Investor Readiness

Preparing your deck, data, and mindset for the raise.
Leveraging my network for introductions when you are ready.

The Exit & Legacy

Structuring operations today for a maximum multiple tomorrow.
Life design and wealth preservation strategies for life after the exit.

Partnership Criteria

YES

Geography: Founders based in the Baltics & Nordics.
Stage: Early-Stage (Pre-Seed/Seed) or Secondary Opportunities.
Model: Scalable Tech or Cash-Flow Positive SMEs.
Mindset: Founders who execute fast and want direct, honest feedback.

NO

Speculation: Crypto/Web3 gambling or "hype" cycles.
Short-Termism: Founders looking for a quick flip rather than building a legacy.
Inefficiency: "Coffee chats" without a clear agenda or deck.
Dependency: Founders who need a boss, not a strategic partner.

The Notebook

Thoughts and blueprints on business, startups, longevity, and lifestyle design.

The Notebook | Business Blueprints & Lifestyle Design

My 2025 Review: Estonian Startup Ecosystem & Portfolio

Is the Estonian startup miracle over? Returning from Mauritius to the 2025 Fireside Chat, I found a stark contrast: negative headlines vs. a "mildly positive" reality. Here is my honest 2025 portfolio review—including 2 exits, 1 scam, and why "honorable deaths" are a sign of a maturing ecosystem.

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Let’s build something that lasts 100 years.

Drop me a line via contact form or kristjan (at) raude.eu, and I will get back to you as soon as I can. If now isn't the right time for a deal, let's stay connected via LinkedIn.