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Sergey Safronov
Partner at Black River Ventures
London, England
Overview
Sergey Safronov is a Partner at Black River Ventures (BRV) in London, specializing in Internet & Technology VC, with a background in M&A experience and capital markets. He has held executive roles at Nomura International and Lehman Brothers, contributing to his expertise in telecommunications and investment banking.
Safronov's career highlights include serving as an Executive Director at Nomura International and as a Director at Lehman Brothers, where he gained valuable experience in global TMT investment banking and communications M&A, showcasing his strong leadership and strategic financial skills.
Work Experience
Partner
2012 - Current
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.
Member of Board
2013 - 2024
Executive Director, Global TMT Investment Banking
2010 - 2011
Director, Telecoms Investment Banking
2008 - 2010
Director, Communications M&A
2006 - 2008
Associate, Communications & Media, Corporate Finance M&A
2003 - 2006
Associate, Strategic IT Practice
2000 - 2001
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
IBM is an IT technology and consulting firm providing computer hardware, software, infrastructure, and hosting services.
Project Leader, Joint IBM/HETNET Project
1994 - 1995
Trainer - Microsoft and Lotus Office Products
1989 - 1991