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Ragnar Sass
Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, and Co-founder
Ragnar Sass is an accomplished Estonian entrepreneur and co-founder of Darkstar Camp, an initiative aimed at fostering innovation in defense technology. He has played a pivotal role in organizing programs that connect startups with military units, particularly in Ukraine, to enhance defense capabilities through technological advancements.13
Professional Background
- Co-Founder & CEO of Salto X: Since November 2021, Sass has been leading this company, which focuses on simplifying stock options for businesses, making it easier for them to implement stock option programs.2
- Co-Founder of Pipedrive: He is notably recognized as a co-founder of Pipedrive, a successful CRM platform that has achieved unicorn status.2
- Angel Investor: Sass has invested in over 50 startups across various sectors, emphasizing B2B and SaaS solutions, as well as cleantech and agritech innovations.2
Darkstar Camp
Darkstar Camp is part of a broader coalition of startup founders and investors from Europe, aimed at building a robust defense technology ecosystem. The camp organizes events like the Extreme Bootcamp, which selects teams globally to collaborate on defense projects and compete for significant funding.13
Community Engagement
In addition to his business ventures, Sass is involved in humanitarian efforts, such as delivering trucks to support Ukrainian forces during the ongoing conflict.2 His commitment extends beyond entrepreneurship into active participation in initiatives that have a social impact.
Ragnar Sass's multifaceted career reflects his dedication to innovation in both technology and community support, positioning him as a key figure in the European startup landscape.
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Here is how seriously 🇪🇪 is taking Defence Tech - 🇪🇪 government is launching €100 million defence industry fund with a mandate to invest in lethal technology. All this talk about dual use is nice, but you can't win a war without liquidation of the enemy. Simple as that. Ecosystem is taking notice - in our last Defence Meetup we had 300+ folks from 12 different countries - including 30+ investors! Next meetup will be already in November!