Ragnar Kruse

Ragnar Kruse is a seasoned early-stage technology investor and venture capitalist currently based in Berlin, Germany. Prior to transitioning into his current investment activities, he co-founded and scaled Smaato, a global mobile advertising technology platform that was ultimately acquired by the Spearhead Integrated Marketing Communication Group for approximately $148 million. Operating with a hands-on approach to venture capital, he specializes in providing strategic guidance and direct operational support to startup founders navigating the complexities of scaling innovative enterprises. Through his leadership involvement with investment entities such as AI.FUND and AI.GROUP, he allocates capital primarily toward emerging artificial intelligence and machine learning startups across the broader European technology ecosystem. Kruse currently focuses on leveraging his extensive entrepreneurial background and operational expertise to identify, fund, and accelerate early-stage technology companies that are positioned for significant market expansion.