Sergey Safronov
Partner, Black River Ventures (BRV), Internet & Technology VC
London, England
Invests in
Stages:
Locations:
Min Investment:
$3,000,000.00Max Investment:
$10,000,000.00Target Investment:
$5,000,000.00
Skills
Education
Systems Engineer Diploma / Master CS
(1987 - 1993)
Work Experience
Partner
2012
Black River Ventures (BRV) provides capital to Europe and US based Internet and technology companies looking for capital to propel growth and/or expand on the back of their early success and results-proven business model. BRV works alongside the selected ambitious teams with global focus and demonstrated potential for leadership in their respective category or segment. We partner with founders to succeed together in the newly created or disrupted markets. The fund invests between $3-5m and up-to $10m in one project.
2013 - 2024
Member of Board
2013 - 2024
2008 - 2011
Executive Director, Global TMT Investment Banking
2010 - 2011
Director, Telecoms Investment Banking
2008 - 2010
2003 - 2008
Director, Communications M&A
2006 - 2008
Associate, Communications & Media, Corporate Finance M&A
2003 - 2006
2000 - 2001
Associate, Strategic IT Practice
2000 - 2001
1995 - 1999
Department Manager, Business Management Services / SAP Implementation
1998 - 1999
Business Opportunities Manager, IBM/SAP Sales
1997 - 1998
ERP Consultant, Manufacturing & Process Industry Solutions Department
1995 - 1997
Project Leader, Joint IBM/HETNET Project
1994 - 1995
1989 - 1991
Trainer - Microsoft and Lotus Office Products
1989 - 1991