Sturgeon Capital

Sturgeon Capital is an investment firm that builds and manages venture capital funds, specializing in deploying capital into early-stage technology companies across frontier and emerging markets. The firm actively supports its portfolio companies with strategic guidance and network access, fostering innovation and localized solutions in often overlooked regions. Its technical approach involves rigorous due diligence and a hands-on engagement model to cultivate nascent ecosystems.

The firm was founded in 2016 by Clemente Cappello, who serves as CEO, and Kiyan Zandiyeh, the Chief Investment Officer. Their founding insight was to address the significant funding gaps and overlooked opportunities within the nascent tech ecosystems of emerging economies. This approach leverages their deep understanding of these markets and a conviction in the transformative potential of local entrepreneurship.

Sturgeon Capital's primary constituents are the innovative founders and nascent technology companies operating in its target markets, which receive both capital and strategic partnership. The firm’s long-term vision is to drive economic growth and digital transformation by identifying and nurturing businesses that are creating impactful solutions. It aims to empower these companies to become regional champions, ultimately reshaping their local industries and economies.