Gluon Syndicate is committed to empowering early-stage startups in the **Central and Eastern European (CEE)** region, fostering innovation and growth in one of the world’s most dynamic emerging markets. Our investments are backed entirely by private money, giving us the flexibility to support startups that public funds might overlook. We invest in visionary founders and ambitious ideas, providing the funding and mentorship needed to propel startups to their next stage of development.. ## What We Look For At Gluon Syndicate, we evaluate startups based on the following key criteria: ### CEE Roots We focus on startups with strong connections to the **CEE region**—whether through their founders, operations, or market focus. This regional emphasis ensures we support and grow the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. ### Pre-Revenue or First-Revenue Stage Our primary focus is on **early-stage startups**, including those at the **pre-revenue stage** or generating initial revenues (with MVP or prototype ready). We understand the challenges of starting from the ground up and aim to provide crucial support when it’s needed most. ### Industry Agnostic We are **sector-agnostic**, open to startups from any industry. Whether you’re innovating in **fintech, healthtech, deeptech, SaaS**, or another field, we’re excited to hear your story. ### First Investor on Board We prefer to be the **first investor** on your startup’s journey. By taking this critical first step, we provide the confidence and momentum needed for startups to attract additional funding. ### Funding Range of €50,000–€300,000 We typically invest between **€50,000 and €300,000**. This flexibility allows us to tailor investments to the specific needs of each startup, whether they’re building a prototype, scaling operations, or entering new markets. ### “Think Big” Mindset We are drawn to founders with a **bold vision**—entrepreneurs who dream big, think globally, and are ready to disrupt their industries. Startups with the potential to create outsized impact and scale rapidly align perfectly with our philosophy.