Next Wave Advisory is a strategy and growth advisory for founders and operators. We build businesses, coach founders, advise on M&A, and invest at early stage. Mandates close in months, not years.
Great businesses don't happen by accident (well, most of the time). It takes a combination of unique insight, passion for great work and meticulous work to make it happen. We help in different constellations, always hands-on, always getting dirty and down to the detail. Because, that's the only place where it matters.
Sometimes, founders are stuck in their thinking or appreciate a second opinion. We mindfully observe, we coach and mentor a selected few founders and operators that want to elevate their business.
Selling a business is a tricky thing for every owner. It's not only about getting the best deal, it's about working through the emotional turmoil, managing expectations and knowing what to do next. We're not traditional M&A advisors, we're here to help and steer the deal along the way in a meaningful manner.
Great ideas also need capital to make it in this world. We invest in things we believe in, either directly or via investments into VC firms.
Knowledge shared is knowledge multiplied. We love sharing our experience and thoughts with those willing to listen. Be it in podcasts, conferences or interviews.
Our mission is to empower ambitious teams with the tools, tactics and technology needed to turn bold ideas with great market opportunities into repeatable growth engines.
Bringing clarity to complexity through sharp thinking, focused execution and ruthless prioritization.
Earning trust through honest dialogue, consistent follow-through, and delivering on promises often faster than expected.
Asking bold questions and listen without ego. Curiosity drives our understanding and reveals what fuels growth.
Leading with empathy, build on data and AI. To address needs with precision and scalability.
Founding partner
Matej Ftáčnik is a seasoned innovation strategist and founder with over a decade of experience helping companies rethink how they grow, scale, and adapt. As a co-founder of successful startups and a key figure in shaping Central Europe's startup ecosystem, Matej brings a unique blend of operational experience, strategic clarity, and a deep understanding of emerging technologies.
Founding partner
Adam Bednář is a technology innovator and entrepreneurial leader recognized for turning bold ideas into real-world impact. At just 16, he led a team that won a U.S. Navy tender beating 13 American companies and became one of the youngest ever featured in Forbes' 30 Under 30. During the pandemic, his team developed a national crisis platform that reached over 5.5 million visits in its first year.
Founding partner
Operator and product partner. Works with portfolio CEOs on the operating cadence: commercial model, capital plan, hiring loops, and the first hundred customers.
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