Calm/Storm Ventures

Calm/Storm Ventures, based in Vienna, Austria, is a boutique venture capital firm and exclusive founder network that focuses on early-stage investments in digital health and wellbeing startups. The firm is known for its emphasis on purpose-driven founders who aim to improve life, health, and wellbeing. Calm/Storm Ventures has a distinctive track record of investing in projects that address sensitive and often overlooked areas such as infertility, sexual wellness, mental health, and chronic conditions. Founded in 2020, Calm/Storm Ventures targets super-early stage companies, including pre-seed, seed, and (pre-)Series A rounds. The firm has built a diverse portfolio with investments in companies like Biloba, an instant messaging app for pediatric consultations; Healee, a digital health platform for telehealth services; and Thymia, which aims to make mental health objectively measurable. The investment team at Calm/Storm is composed of founders and entrepreneurs who bring extensive experience and a hands-on approach to supporting portfolio companies. The team includes Lucanus Polagnoli as Founding Partner and CEO, Philippa Allen as Junior Investment Manager, and Johannes Blaschke as Principal. The firm also boasts a high level of diversity, with 50% of its portfolio companies having diverse teams, and 60% of its board members being female. Calm/Storm Ventures is not only a capital provider but also offers deep expertise in business development, market positioning, and global connectivity, helping startups navigate the complexities of the healthcare and wellbeing sectors.