Hard2Beat

Hard2Beat is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage Polish deep tech startups. The firm targets companies developing software-driven or hardware-enabled solutions that address complex challenges and possess a clear, defensible technological edge. Hard2Beat focuses on pre-seed and seed-stage investments, explicitly avoiding B2C, marketplace, or generic SaaS models. Their investment strategy centers on foundational technologies with significant barriers to entry.

The firm was founded in 2024 by a team of experienced entrepreneurs and investors, including Maciej Zawadziński, Maciej Frankowicz, and Konrad Trzyna. The genesis of Hard2Beat stems from the founders' combined pedigree, blending extensive firsthand experience scaling businesses to significant annual recurring revenue with deep venture capital expertise gained from over a hundred investments. This fusion provides a unique insight into the operational and strategic needs of early-stage deep tech ventures.

Hard2Beat serves as a strategic partner to its portfolio companies, which span sectors such as biotech, cybersecurity, and medtech. Beyond capital, the firm provides hands-on support in areas like global sales, R&D, and fundraising. Their long-term vision is to act as a "toughest wingman" for ambitious founders, leveraging their robust network of investors and industry partners to facilitate growth and ensure the success of deep tech innovation in Poland.