APY Ventures is a venture capital initiative launched by Albaraka Portföy Yönetimi A.Ş., operating from its Istanbul office. Since its formation in 2021, the firm has focused on structuring and managing Girişim Sermayesi Yatırım Fonları (GSYF), or Venture Capital Investment Funds, to support innovation-driven businesses. The organization aims to act as an active participant in Turkey’s entrepreneurship ecosystem by pairing high-potential startups with qualified investors. Drawing on Albaraka’s asset management background, APY Ventures offers tailored fund structures, experienced oversight, and market insights designed to meet the specific needs of founders and capital providers.
Through a suite of funds, APY Ventures addresses the varied requirements of early-stage ventures and investors. The Fintech GSYF dedicates resources to financial technology startups, while the Start-up GSYF maintains a broad mandate for general early-stage growth companies. The Bilişim Vadisi GSYF supports enterprises within the Informatics Valley cluster and the Ostim GSYF partners with companies linked to the Ostim Industrial Zone.
Based in Ümraniye, Istanbul, APY Ventures maintains a hands-on approach to fund administration and investor communication. The team provides regular reports, governance reviews and tailored support to help portfolio companies navigate growth stages. By combining local market expertise with structured oversight, the firm cultivates partnerships designed to deliver sustainable returns and foster innovation across Turkey’s emerging technology sector.
