Data-driven growth for private investors

We deploy capital into diversified, research-led strategies across equities, funds, private companies, indices, fixed income, and digital assets — enhanced by AI-assisted analytics.
AI-Enabled, Diversified Investing for Long-Term Results

Why investors choose us

A venture capital & investment firm built on data, discipline, and long-term compounding. APZ Ventures partners with private and professional investors to allocate capital across diversified, research-led strategies. We combine venture capital insight with AI-assisted analytics to identify opportunities, manage risk, and pursue steady growth over time.
Since 2019, our founder’s execution-driven track record has evolved into a systematic investment platform serving 150+ clients with €10M+ AUM. Today, we operate across the EU and selected international markets, applying a transparent, rules-based approach to portfolio construction and reporting.

6+

years on the market

€ 10M+

assets under management

20%

average yearly yield

150+

clients served worldwide

focused on long-term, risk-aware compounding

Disciplined capital, data-driven moves

APZ Ventures blends venture capital insight with systematic portfolio management. We target diversified exposure across public and private markets, using AI-driven research, disciplined risk budgets, and transparent reporting.

  • Research-led & data-driven — Quant screens, factor models, and AI copilots augment fundamental due diligence.

  • Diversified allocation — Equities, indices, bonds, venture-style positions, crypto, and AI subscription models to smooth volatility.

  • Risk first — Position sizing, drawdown limits, and liquidity tiers come before return chasing.

  • ESG & transparency — Clear methodology, reporting, and governance baked into the process.

  • Cross-border reach — Deal flow and execution across the EU and selected international markets.

  • Screen & Score — AI signals and factor filters surface opportunities across asset classes.

  • Validate — Fundamental checks, scenario analysis, stress tests, and downside mapping.

  • Construct — Portfolio built to a defined risk budget with liquidity and ESG constraints.

  • Execute — Cost-aware entries, staged deployment, and rules for re-entries/exits.

  • Monitor — Continuous risk surveillance, anomaly alerts, and regime detection.

  • Report — Simple performance/risk reports and periodic reviews with clients.

  • Core beta (indices & equity funds): 35–55% — Low-cost exposure to market growth.

  • Active equity & thematics: 15–30% — Factors, sectors, and special situations screened by AI.

  • Fixed income & cash equivalents: 10–25% — Stabilizers for drawdown control and liquidity.

  • Alternatives & venture-style: 5–20% — Private companies, capital funds, and AI subscription models.

  • Digital assets (crypto): 0–10% — Small, rules-based sleeve with strict risk caps.

  • Position sizing & max loss per sleeve

  • Volatility & drawdown targets with auto-de-risk rules

  • Liquidity tiers (T+0/T+2/locked) for predictable exits

  • Counterparty & custody checks across venues

  • Ongoing stress tests (rate shocks, correlation spikes, tail events)

  • Signal generation & regime detection — Identify trend shifts, mean-reversion windows, and crowding.

  • Anomaly & risk alerts — Early flags on liquidity, spreads, or unusual flows.

  • Faster due diligence — Document parsing, KPI extraction, and peer benchmarking with human oversight.

What success looks like

Targeting up to 20% p.a. on selected strategies* with controlled drawdowns and transparent fees. Consistent compounding over headline bets, measured by risk-adjusted metrics (Sharpe, Sortino, MAR).
Disclaimer: Return targets are objectives, not guarantees. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of capital. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Invest with data, not emotion

Looking for transparent, rules-based investing enhanced by AI? APZ Ventures blends research and diversification across equities, funds, indices, fixed income, alternatives, and digital assets to pursue long-term compounding.
our technology

AI-enabled research, human-governed decisions

We combine machine learning with disciplined portfolio tooling to surface opportunities, manage risk, and keep reporting transparent and auditable.

Our stack combines machine learning, factor models, and automated data pipelines to surface opportunities and flag risks across asset classes. We emphasize model explainability, strict governance, and security-by-design—so signals are fast, auditable, and investor-ready.

Meet the Team

Since 2019, our team has evolved from hands-on venture building to AI-enabled, rules-based investing across the EU and selected international markets. We serve 150+ clients with €10M+ AUM, focusing on diversified exposures, transparent reporting, and human-in-the-loop decision-making. The mandate is simple: disciplined compounding with clear accountability.

Alan Patrick Zahlbruckner

CEO

Mgr. Pavol Fekete, MBA

COO

Ing. Elena Marková

CFO

Ing. Marek Kováč, PhD.

Head of Research

Ing. Tomáš Hriadel

Risk Manager

Mgr. Júlia Nováková

Portfolio Manager

Katarína Bielik

Head of Investor Relations

Mgr. Petra Šimková, LL.M.

Head of Legal & Compliance
FAQ

Straight answers about us, our approach, and how we operate

Here are clear, no-fluff answers to the questions we hear most about APZ Ventures, our venture capital & investment approach, eligibility, custody, fees, and how we use AI. If you don’t see your question here, reach out—our team is happy to provide details tailored to your goals and jurisdiction.

No. 20% p.a. is a target, not a promise, and only for selected strategies. Actual returns can be lower or higher. Capital is always at risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

We work with private and professional investors seeking diversified, research-led portfolios. Minimum tickets and structures vary by product and jurisdiction—book an intro call and we’ll match the right solution.

Book a call

We invest and execute via reputable, regulated partners/venues in the EU and selected international markets. Exact regulatory arrangements and product eligibility are provided during onboarding and may differ by jurisdiction.

Client assets are held with trusted, regulated custodians/venues. You’ll receive the specific custodian details, account structure, and access rights as part of the onboarding pack.

AI assists research and risk monitoring (signal generation, regime detection, anomaly alerts, document/KPI extraction). Humans remain in the loop for governance, approvals, and portfolio decisions. We prioritize explainability and audit trails.

A diversified mix across equities, indices, bonds, funds, private companies, digital assets, and AI subscription models—with risk budgets, liquidity tiers, and ESG principles guiding allocation.

Liquidity depends on the sleeve: public-market exposures are typically T+0/T+2, while private/alternative allocations may include lock-ups. We design portfolios with clear liquidity tiers and communicate exit terms upfront.

Fees depend on the strategy and ticket size; we keep them transparent and aligned with outcomes. Standard quarterly performance & risk reports are provided, with interim updates when market regimes shift.

Rules-based, AI-enabled process, strong risk discipline, and clear reporting—built by operators with real execution DNA. We currently manage €10M+ AUM for 150+ clients and operate cross-border since the founder’s track record began in 2019.

Let’s build a disciplined, data-driven plan for your capital.

Book an intro call
Tell us about your goals, timeline, and preferred risk level. We’ll follow up with a short intro call and a transparent outline of next steps.
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Rules . Research . Results

Company
APZ Ventures, s. r. o.

Solivarská 125/17
821 03 Bratislava - Ružinov
Slovakia

ID: 53328094
TAX ID: 2121344610
VAT ID: SK2121344610

Commercial Register of the Bratislava III City Court, Section: Sro, File No. 150114/B

NBS registration ID: 269845
Contact us

Office

Solivarská 125/17, 821 03 Bratislava, Slovakia

Back office

office@apzventures.eu
Disclaimer
Investing involves risks, including market, liquidity, credit, currency and operational risks, and you may lose all or part of your capital. Return targets (e.g., “up to 20% p.a.”) are objectives, not guarantees; past performance is not indicative of future results. Product availability, custody arrangements and investor eligibility depend on jurisdiction and regulatory status. Fees, taxes and FX may reduce returns. Full terms, risk factors and disclosures are available during onboarding or on request.