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Team

Essential Waves

Meet the people behind Kappika Ventures

Paul Tranter, Founder and Managing Partner, Kappika Ventures

Paul Tranter

Founder & Managing Partner

Paul is an experienced venture capital leader and company builder with over 20 years supporting deep tech innovation, corporate transformation, and science-backed entrepreneurship. He is the Founder of Kappika Ventures, where he leads investments in non-digital deep tech startups, helping founders translate scientific breakthroughs into globally competitive businesses.


Paul has scaled companies to £20m+ turnover, raised more than £200m in blended capital, and advised boards, investors, and governments across Europe. Known for his collaborative approach, commercial instinct, and integrity-driven leadership, he brings both strategic clarity and operational insight to every venture he supports.

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