build yours with us in
a full-stack studio environment
every idea has a life
the essence of our imago brand
imago venture studio is an international venture-building and co-investment platform connecting Central and Eastern Europe, DACH and Southeast Asia.
We transform early ideas into scalable, investable and market-ready ventures through combining in-house capabilities, global partnerships and a unique VENTURE STUDIO CO-INVESTMENT MODEL de-risking investment for both founders and investors.
For Investors
Work with us and we will de-risk your investments and increase your returns
For Founders
Build with us in a full-stack studio environment and we will increase your chances of success
The Studio’s Full-Stack Environment
Most startups don’t fail because the idea was wrong. They fail because execution fragments and growth stalls before it really begins. Early stages demand more than youthful energy – they require structure, experience and access, applied deliberately before complexity compounds.
How do we operate
imago operates as a co-founding platform.
Ventures are built inside the studio, together with founders, partners and operators, using shared resources and capabilities.
85%
more likelyto succeed
more grit
45 years
the studio advantage
generating traction & exit faster • better IRR & TVPI
de-risking the startup journey • closing investment rounds quicker
infusing experience, domain expertise and business acumen
18 months
vs. 36 months to seed
50%
faster
Exit via M&A
in 5 years vs. 7.5 years
33%
faster exit
IPO in 7.5 years
vs. 10.8 years
31%
faster IPO
Series A / B / C
47%
faster
Series A
60%
reach
THE STUDIO TEAM
The people behind imago
Built by operators, entrepreneurs and specialists with hands-on experience across venture creation, technology, design and international markets.
Matt
Digital transformation at startup speed. Bridges corporate precision and startup agility.
Mike
Deep-tech architect, 30+ years. Turns research into scalable solutions.
Richard
Award-winning designer (1 iF, 7 Red Dot). Human-centred, sustainable design.
Adam
Serial venture builder. Connects Europe and Asia for global scaling.
focus areas
of imago venture studio
BUILT ENVIRONMENT
PLANET
PRODUCTION
QUALITY OF LIFE
