Max Gurvits is a venture capital investor and startup ecosystem builder serving as Managing Partner at Vitosha Venture Partners, one of Bulgaria’s leading early-stage venture capital firms. Based in Sofia, he focuses on supporting technology startups across Southeast Europe, particularly in sectors such as SaaS, fintech, AI, digital health, and enterprise software. Through Vitosha Venture Partners, Gurvits works closely with founders on fundraising, strategic growth, product-market fit, and international expansion, helping position the region as an emerging innovation hub within Europe.
Before joining Vitosha Venture Partners, Gurvits accumulated extensive international experience in entrepreneurship, investment, and startup acceleration. He has been actively involved in the European startup ecosystem through mentoring, advising, and collaborating with founders and innovation organizations across Central and Eastern Europe. Known for his hands-on approach, he frequently works with early-stage companies on scaling strategies, investor readiness, and building sustainable high-growth businesses.
Beyond venture investing, Gurvits is recognized as an advocate for innovation and entrepreneurial education in Bulgaria and the wider region. He regularly participates in technology conferences, startup competitions, and ecosystem initiatives aimed at strengthening connections between founders, investors, corporations, and academic institutions. His work contributes to the growing visibility of Bulgaria as a destination for venture-backed innovation and technology entrepreneurship.