2080 Ventures, one of the fastest-growing venture accelerators in emerging markets, has officially expanded its presence in Georgia and will begin directly investing in Georgian founders. The firm’s entry marks a new phase for Tbilisi’s fast-rising startup ecosystem.
2080 Ventures has been active in Georgia for years, supporting founders through programs, mentorship, and global partnerships. Now the firm is taking a bold step forward — bringing strategic capital, hands-on support, and international exposure to local startups ready to scale beyond Georgia’s borders.
“We see something special in Georgia,” said Timur Daudpota, Founding Partner of 2080 Ventures. “Georgia isn’t emerging, it’s accelerating. Tbilisi is showing the region what real innovation looks like. This ecosystem isn’t trying to build everything in-house like many CIS markets it’s building what actually works. And years from now, everyone will look at Georgia as the example.”
2080 Ventures’ expansion is supported by its renewed collaboration with GITA through a redesigned accelerator format that is fully hands-on and focused on helping early-stage startups secure their first revenue. Unlike traditional accelerators where every company is forced through the same curriculum, this new model adapts to each startup’s stage offering different tracks, materials, and support based on where the founder actually is.
The program, delivered in partnership with Startup Büro and Founder Institute, gives founders flexible entry points and real execution support. The top-performing startups from this accelerator will receive investment from 2080 Ventures, with exceptional companies outside the program also eligible for direct investment.
Georgia’s startup scene has grown quickly thanks to government support, pro-business policies, and a new generation of founders ready to compete globally. 2080 Ventures aims to give them the capital and global network needed to get there faster.
About 2080 Ventures
2080 Ventures is a global venture accelerator and innovation platform backing high-growth startups across emerging markets. The firm operates international acceleration programs with leading global partners and invests directly through its own venture funds, helping founders scale fast and compete worldwide. By reinventing the traditional accelerator model, 2080 has become one of the fastest-growing venture platforms in the region.
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