RUJ VC - Unleashing Innovation from Promising Regions

A Founder-Centric VC Fund Powering Early-Stage
Deep Tech Solutions to Massive Global Problems.

What we do?

Biotechnology in RUJ ventures
Biotech
Biotechnology in RUJ ventures
Medicine
Biotechnology in RUJ ventures
Technology
Biotechnology in RUJ ventures
Ecology
Biotechnology in RUJ ventures
Engineering
Biotechnology in RUJ ventures
Wellbeing

Early-stage investors in teams that are riskier but have bigger potential.

Focus on underinvested regions.

Hands-on VC: we help our founders filling the gaps not only in funding but also in building business and their skills.

Unique skillsets of founders enables us to truly understand the founders in deeptech.

Business active collaboration with startups.

Why Deeptech Startups?

We know the field and we understand the pain in getting investment. And there are several reasons why we strongly believe that investing in deeptech startups is a wise decision:

Disruptive technology

Deeptech startups work on cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, quantum computing, and biotechnology. These technologies have the potential to revolutionize various industries and create new market opportunities.

High growth potential

Deeptech startups often focus on solving complex problems and creating innovative solutions. This positions them for significant growth and market expansion, which can result in attractive returns for investors.

Competitive advantage

Deeptech startups often possess unique intellectual property, proprietary algorithms, or patented technologies. This provides them with a competitive advantage over traditional companies, enabling them to dominate their niche and drive market disruption.

Long-term value

Unlike many consumer-focused startups that may have short-lived trends, deeptech startups work on long-term solutions that address fundamental problems. This long-term focus can lead to sustainable value creation and longevity in the market.

Attraction for top talent

Deeptech startups often attract highly skilled and talented engineers, scientists, and researchers who are driven by the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technologies. This concentration of talent can be a significant competitive advantage for these startups.

Positive societal impact

Deeptech startups spearhead solutions for global issues like healthcare, energy, climate change, and poverty. Investing in these ventures contributes to pioneering innovations that positively shape society's future.

Who are we?

If something, not a classical financial team. We all have tech backgrounds (engineers, electro, construction) that later in our careers was used to build companies and grow ecosystems.
Jakob and Urška co-founded ABC Accelerator in 2015 and have 58 common deals with over 9x MOIC and 2 exits. Fun fact: they invested in Rok’s IP startup in 2017.
Rok Colarič

Rok Colarič

Having completed the entire startup journey - from conceiving the idea to exiting the company - Rok acquired valuable experience and a deep understanding of the startup landscape. As a startup founder... read more.

Urška Jež

With a diverse background spanning from crafting tanks in the Greek army to holding the position of CEO, then transitioning into an entrepreneur, Urska's expertise lies in spearheading groundbreaking ... read more.
Urška Jež
Jakob Gajšek

Jakob Gajšek

An engineer by training and a tech enthusiast at heart, he always does his best to be a deeptech generalist. He greatly enjoys being involved from the earliest stages of a startup’s life, helping new ... read more.

Our vision

Yes, we are a small fund - for now. But we plan to have investments that will change the deep tech landscape.

AGILE

RESPONSIVE

ACCESSIBLE

FOUNDER FRIENDLY

PASSION

EXPERTISE

TRANSPARENCY

RELIABILITY

TRUST

RELIABLE

TRUSTWORTHY

TRANSPARENT

Our partners

Meng Chee

Meng Chee

Our venture partner Meng Chee is our rock star. He is an innovation builder, transformation change agent, ecosystem strategist, and product creation expert. He is also an accomplished technologist wit... read more.

Our investors and advisors are key deeptech players

JURE
PODKRIŽNIK

Industrial group leading in intelligent drive solution manufacturing, polymers, e-mobility.

BORIS
HORVAT

ACEX/Abelium: Software company creating leading analytics, prediction, and AI tools for finance and web3.

JURE
KNEZ

Dewesoft: Global leaders in data acquisition (DAQ) systems used in space, aerospace, and automotive. HW incubator with demo factory.

JANEZ
TRILOBIT

Trilobit: Specialists for machine vision and automated industrial quality control. LUI programme Alumni.

MARK
PLEŠKO

Industrial group leading in intelligent drive solution manufacturing, polymers, e-mobility.

Are you a trailblazing deeptech startup, searching for investment?

Are you interested to be an investor?

RUJ VENTURES
Vojkova cesta 63
1000 Ljubljana
ventures@ruj.vc
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
Privacy
Reservation terms
Website and brand designed by .raw
Built with <3 by TLTB
© 2025