Gekko Capital Partners

Gekko Capital Partners operates as the venture capital arm of the established Gekko Group, focusing on early-stage lifestyle startups across Europe. The firm leverages deep domain expertise in hospitality, travel, fashion, and beauty, applying strategic capital and industry-specific knowledge to support dynamic market entrants. Its investment thesis centers on fostering innovation within these specialized consumer sectors.

Gekko Capital Partners launched in 2012 as an expansion of the Gekko Group, which was co-founded in 2001 by entrepreneurs Micky Rosen and Alex Urseanu. Their foundational insight arose from over a decade of building successful brands within lifestyle and hospitality, recognizing an opportunity to apply this seasoned perspective to emerging businesses and nurture their growth.

The firm primarily backs European lifestyle startups, providing financial support, strategic guidance, and access to a robust industry network. Gekko Capital Partners aims to cultivate the next generation of lifestyle businesses, driving innovation and sustainable growth across its target markets and shaping the future of European consumer experiences.