Ron Bauer — Co-Founder

Founder & Managing Partner of Theseus Capital Ltd, a global venture capital firm specializing in Life Sciences, Technology, EdTech, AI, Natural Resources - 25+ years as a principal investor, entrepreneur, & mentor, guiding startups from seed funding to IPOs, SPACs, exits - Co-founded Turkana Energy, which merged with Africa Oil & reached a $3B+ CAD market value after raising $1B+ in equity - Cambridge MBA with expertise in creative financing, capital markets, university spin-out commercialization - Partnered with leading academic institutions including Oxford, Cambridge, Stanford, Harvard, Cornell, Columbia to launch & scale innovative ventures I know what it’s like to start with just an idea & build it into a billion-dollar company. As co-founder of Turkana Energy, I experienced the journey from early-stage exploration to a $3B+ market cap, raising $1B+ in equity & attracting $2B+ in follow-on investment. This taught me the realities of scaling a business, navigating capital markets, executing successful exits, even in challenging environments. My dual perspective as a serial entrepreneur & venture capitalist gives me unique insight into what founders truly need. I’ve started dozens of businesses, raised hundreds of millions for my own ventures, helped entrepreneurs, academics, scientists take companies public on NASDAQ, NYSE American, LSE. My work with university spin-outs has led to life-changing startups, leveraging academic research to drive innovation in biotech, MedTech, AI, clean energy. Success in venture capital isn’t just about funding, it’s about strategic guidance, creative deal structuring, & building the right partnerships. I’m passionate about supporting founders, academics, & graduate students ready to scale their vision & make a global impact. How I can support your venture: ✓ Secure angel, seed, growth capital through creative financing ✓ Guide founders through IPO, SPAC, M&A transactions ✓ Develop & scale university spin-outs from research to commercialization ✓ Provide h&s-on mentorship & strategic advisory ✓ Build partnerships with academic institutions & global investors ✓ Navigate complex regulatory, legal, & market challenges After 25+ years building & investing, my mission is to help exceptional founders turn innovative ideas into market-leading businesses that create lasting value. The future belongs to those who execute with vision, resilience, & the right support. If you’re ready to raise capital, scale your business, or plan your exit, let’s connect, I’d love to help you succeed.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Venture Capitalist specializing in Life Sciences, Technology, and Gaming sectors.

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Experience: 10 yrs 3 mos