Tesi

Tesi (Finnish Industry Investment Ltd) operates as Finland's sovereign investment entity, strategically deploying capital with a market-oriented approach across the Finnish innovation ecosystem. Established to strengthen the country's economic development, Tesi maintains a dual investment strategy encompassing both fund investments in venture capital and private equity vehicles, as well as direct capital allocations to promising Finnish enterprises. The organization serves as a cornerstone investor in the Nordic nation's growth landscape, bridging financing gaps and catalyzing additional private investment through its participation in funding rounds.

With decades of experience in the Finnish market, Tesi has built an extensive portfolio spanning various sectors including technology, cleantech, bioeconomy, and industrial innovations. The investment company typically targets companies with strong growth potential, proven business models, and international expansion capabilities. Tesi's investment professionals bring substantial industry expertise and networks to their portfolio companies, offering more than just capital by providing strategic guidance, market insights, and valuable connections to help accelerate business development and scale operations.

As a state-backed investor, Tesi maintains a unique position balancing commercial objectives with broader economic development goals. The organization typically invests alongside private investors, helping to attract international capital to the Finnish market while ensuring local startups have access to sufficient growth funding. Tesi's investment tickets range from early-stage ventures requiring initial capital infusions to established companies pursuing significant expansion or internationalization strategies. This flexibility allows the organization to support companies throughout various stages of their growth journey.

Beyond individual investments, Tesi plays a crucial role in developing Finland's overall venture capital and private equity ecosystem. The organization actively monitors market trends, publishes industry research, and engages with stakeholders across the innovation landscape. Through its patient capital approach, Tesi helps address structural funding challenges in the Finnish market, particularly for companies requiring substantial growth financing or operating in capital-intensive sectors. Investors, entrepreneurs and industry partners can follow Tesi's activities and insights through their Twitter presence (@TesiFII) or access comprehensive information about their investment criteria, portfolio, and strategic initiatives via their official website (www.tesi.fi).