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How can satellite imagery be used to monitor, predict, and assess flood damage? Dr. Jędrzej S. Bojanowski, Data Science Manager at CloudFerro S.A., recently spoke with Polsat News about the pivotal role of satellite technology in flood management. With free, global access to satellite data – including that provided by CloudFerro, Innova portfolio company – we can now accurately monitor flood zones, predict future risks, and evaluate the damage to both infrastructure and agriculture. We are saddened to see the impact of the recent flooding in southern Poland, but we believe that innovative solutions will help to respond more effectively to such disasters and minimize their impact. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eG4WguEb #EarthObservation #Technology #Innovation #FloodManagement

CEOs worldwide are juggling competing priorities as consumers grow increasingly concerned about climate change and corporate buyers prioritize sustainable products and suppliers. This shift is highlighted in a recent report by Bain & Company. “Building a sustainable business remains a strategic imperative. Customers, consumers, and regulators are demanding it. Risk and competition will compel it.” The move toward a sustainable future is following a familiar pattern: what started with great enthusiasm is now transitioning to practical realism. As companies face the complexities of delivering on ambitious commitments, many are reassessing their timelines and goals—but the shift is undeniably underway. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/em9e_yh6 #beyondprofit #ESG #Sustainability

📢 How not to lose when selling a company? Andrzej Pietrzak, Partner at Innova Capital, will discuss exit strategies during the EY M&A Forum 2024 organized by EY Polska! The panel will focus on the key role of financial analysis when getting ready for an exit. Proper preparation of financial data allows the seller to gain a negotiating advantage, enhance investor trust and possibly avoid delays in closing the deal. Andrzej Pietrzak, along with EY experts, will explore how "exit readiness" analysis can impact the success of an M&A transaction. 📅 Join us on September 12th – participation is FREE, and you can attend online! More: https://lnkd.in/giVFxDiN #MandA #exit #business #EY

💫 💹 The financial sector must act as a catalyst for positive change. The implementation of regulations such as the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and the EU Taxonomy is poised to transform the financial sector into a driver and accelerator of change across businesses, impacting not only large corporations but also small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Sustainable financing is integral to the ESG transformation. As part of our “ESG Academy,” we were joined by experts from mBank who presented sustainable financing principles and processes to our portfolio companies. Guided by our ESG Strategy “Beyond Profit,” Innova’s portfolio companies are working intensively on their ESG strategies, incorporating relevant targets and KPIs into long-term strategic planning. Sustainable financing will be an effective tool in driving implementation of those strategies. Magda Andrejczuk, thank you for sharing your sustainable finance insights. #ESG #beyondprofit #privateequity #CEE

🎾 🌟 Z dumą ogłaszamy, że jedna z naszych spółek portfelowych, OSHEE, właśnie zadebiutowała na Times Square w Nowym Jorku z nowym produktem OSHEE Sparkling! To wydarzenie zbiega się z rozpoczęciem US OPEN, gdzie Iga Świątek, ambasadorka marki, walczy o kolejne zwycięstwo. OSHEE pokazuje, że razem możemy osiągnąć wszystko! 🎉 🎉 *** 🎾 🌟 We are proud to announce that one of our portfolio companies, OSHEE, has just debuted on Times Square in New York with their new product, OSHEE Sparkling! This milestone coincides with the start of the US OPEN, where brand ambassador Iga Świątek is competing for another victory. OSHEE shows that together, we can achieve anything! 🎉 🎉 https://lnkd.in/dvcXvW-b #InnovaCapital #OSHEESparkling #TimesSquare #USOPEN #IgaŚwiątek

🌍 Over 70% of PE funds include ESG into their investment strategies! 📊 A recent Deloitte report shows growing optimism among Central European private equity investors in assessing investment activity this year. It also points out, that sustainability is becoming a key factor in decision-making processes in the region. Deloitte's data reveals that one-fifth have already implemented formal decarbonization commitments and targets. In addition, more and more market participants are integrating ESG factors into their strategies. At Innova Capital, we also place great importance on sustainable development, integrating ESG throughout the investment cycle – from deal selection to portfolio company growth. We believe that sustainable management not only promotes outperformance, but also builds a future that is resilient to market changes. 🔗 The report can be found here: https://lnkd.in/dfSWje6D #ESG #sustainableinvesting #privateequity  

Exciting News! 📢 We are proud to announce a major milestone in the Polish private education market just in time for the new term! 🔔 As part of the Innova/7 fund, we have acquired a controlling stake in Tutore, Poland’s leading private education platform, which operates the renowned brands eTutor dla firm, ProfiLingua, and Tutore. 🎯 This strategic acquisition also includes International Language Institute (ILI) and ESL Brains, two fast-growing companies in the education sector. Over the years, Tutore has built a strong reputation by offering high-quality educational solutions to both individuals and businesses. With these latest additions, we’re poised for international growth and expanding our language and course offerings. Our Partner, Andrzej Pietrzak, who led the transaction, shares: “Tutore already has a unique position in the Polish private education market. Together with its founders and the CirCap fund, we intend to seek further growth opportunities for the company, including in other European markets. We also intend to support the company in technology investment to maintain its edge in the rapidly changing education market.” We’re excited about the future of this partnership and the continued advancement of digital education! 🚀 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dRCxwDYY #privateequity #acquisition #education #CEE #educationplatform #digitaleducation

Today – after a five-year common journey - Innova/6 a private equity fund under Innova Capital Group, along with a consortium of individual minority shareholders have entered into an agreement for the sale of the entire share capital of Optical Investment Group, a leading retailer of optical eyecare and eyewear products in Romania to EssilorLuxottica. OIG was set-up in 2019 in cooperation with Innova Capital by combining two established Romanian optical retail chains – OPTIblu Romania and Optiplaza. Over the past 5 years, it has not only significantly expanded its network of traditional stores (almost 100 directly operated already in the portfolio), but has also developed e-commerce channels, with more than 650 talented employees and optometrists. “We were happy to see the business grow and develop over the last five years and solidify its leading position in Romania. We are confident that it will continue to flourish and grow for many years to come, as part of the global EssilorLuxottica family,” comments Leszek Muzyczyszyn, our Senior Partner. More: https://lnkd.in/dsxkrhpQ #investmentexit #opticalmarket #cee #privateequity #investment

⚽ As the football season heats up, we're delighted to share that the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development – EBRD has invested EUR 20 million in R-GOL.com, alongside Innova! The move is part of a larger EUR 51.9 million funding round and will finance the recently announced acquisition of Unisport A/S as well as building a new, energy-efficient warehouse in Poland. 📣 “We are thrilled to collaborate with EBRD on this transformative deal for R-GOL. Joining forces with Unisport marks a crucial milestone in our journey to become the leading global digital ecosystem in the football category,” said Łukasz Cyran, Managing Director at Innova Capital. We are delighted to see how R-GOL has developed over the past year, both further expanding its customer base and kicking into high gear when it comes to digitalizing the business. We can't wait to see the further results of these activities and the above-mentioned investments! ✨ More: https://lnkd.in/dN8TcU9R #investment #CEE #acquisition #sports #privateequity

Romanian PE-backed companies are leading the way in job creation, according to a recent report by @ROPEA and @Deloitte. In 2022 such firms increased employment by an impressive 7.1% y/y! 📈 🌍 The publication also highlights that despite capital constraints, the PE and VC sector in Romania has great potential to grow and attract international investors. As it is our second-largest market, we are committed to developing leading sector players that grow even during volatile conditions. What also makes us proud is the fact that through close cooperation with our portfolio companies, we are able to create lasting value not only across one entity but for the entire market. As the authors of the report emphasize, in the case of fundraising Romania still misses a key class of investors – pension funds, which, in developed markets, provide up to 25% of the capital raised by PE and VC funds. 🔍 The report can be found here: https://lnkd.in/d2QGbBMd   #privateequity #report #investments