Genesis Capital ▶ Private Equity ▶ Our team
The team of Genesis Capital Equity comprises of seasoned investment professionals with experience across industries and backgrounds in investment banking and private equity.
In addition to our industrial expertise, our team brings together a thorough understanding of the Czech and Slovak markets and a wide network of contacts that generate a solid pipeline of investment opportunities throughout Central Europe.
Chairman
Chairman
Prior to 1989, Jan Tauber worked for a number of years in various economic positions in Czechoslovak manufacturing companies. In 1990, shortly after the collapse of centrally planned system, Jan became an advisor to the Czechoslovak Minister of Finance. In 1991, he was appointed Managing Director of the Czech subsidiary of HSBC Investment Bank. In this capacity, he played a pivotal role in origination, structuring and execution of high profile corporate finance and equity capital transactions. In 1999, Jan founded Genesis Capital.
Jan is a graduate of Prague School of Economics. He speaks Czech, English and German.
Managing Partner
Managing Partner
Ondřej joined Genesis Capital in 2007 from the position of Account Manager with Ogilvy Public Relations Prague where he specialized in financial sector clients. He began his cooperation with Genesis Capital as a turnaround manager in one of the portfolio companies Vltava.cz. Since then, he has been involved in GTH Catering, AZ KLIMA, Servodata, JRC Czech, HSW Signall, 3070, ST Security, HP Tronic / Datart, D2G and Stangl Technik projects.
Ondřej graduated from the University of Economics in Prague. Prior to graduation, he studied under a Socrates scholarship in Santiago de Chile and with the George Soros’ Open Society Fund in the USA. He speaks Czech, Slovak, English and Spanish.
Partner
Partner
Radan has been with Genesis Capital since 2004. Previously, he worked for GE Capital in several positions in corporate finance and risk management. His experience includes: financial planning and analysis at GE Capital Czech Republic; European leveraged financing and private equity transactions at the GE Structured Finance Group in London; and corporate credit risk management at GE Capital Bank in Prague, where he was Head of the Credit Risk Management Team.
Radan is a graduate of University of Economics in Prague and holds an M.B.A. degree from the London Business School. He speaks Czech, Slovak, English, German, Spanish and Russian.
Partner
Partner
Martin joined Genesis Capital in 2018 after his more than 20-year career in banking. Prior to joining Genesis Capital, he worked as Head of Acquisition & Leveraged finance in Česká spořitelna (Erste Bank Group). Prior to Česká spořitelna, he worked on various managerial and specialized positions at HVB Bank, Živnostenská banka and Commerzbank. In his recent roles, he actively managed and participated in arranging numerous significant acquisition and leveraged finance transactions on the Czech market. These transactions also included several projects from the Genesis Capital portfolio such as Sanborn, HP Tronic, EQOS Energie/Stangl Technik, GTH Catering and KS Klima.
Martin graduated from the University of Economics in Prague and also studied leadership at London Business School. Martin is fluent in Czech, English and German.
Legal Partner
Legal Partner
Pavel joined the team of Genesis Capital in 2016. He has been closely cooperating with Genesis since 2001 in his role as partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, a global law firm, and at Havel, Holásek & Partners, the largest law firm in the Czech Republic and in Slovakia. He specialises in complex M&A transactions, including private equity, structured and acquisition finance, and cross-border legal counselling in energy, telecommunications, engineering, IT and other industries. Pavel has practiced law in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, he also briefly worked in London.
Pavel is a graduate of the Faculty of Law of Charles University in Prague. He passed the Czech Bar Examination in 2002. Pavel speaks Czech, English, German and Russian..
Senior Investment Director
Senior Investment Director
Tatiana joined Genesis Capital in 2018. She has 20 years of experience in private equity and M&A advisory. Prior to joining Genesis Capital she worked at Deloitte and KPMG’s Prague offices. Her experience included financial due diligence and valuation work for both financial and strategic investors in many transactions in a wide range of industries in the Czech Republic, Slovakia and the Central European region.
Tatiana is a graduate of the University of Economics in Bratislava and a Certified Chartered Accountant (FCCA) in Great Britain. Tatiana speaks Slovak, Czech, English, French and Spanish.
Investment Director
Investment Director
Tomas joined Genesis Capital in 2018. He gained experience in investment banking since 2010 as Equity Analyst at brokerage firm Patria Finance, a member of CSOB/KBC Group. He covered mainly CEE Utilities, Energy and Mining and headed the Equity research team. Previously, he had spent five years at Generali Insurance Investment Management where he was responsible for stocks and bonds portfolio strategies and financial risk management.
Tomas earned a master’s degree in Econometrics and Operations Research from the University of Economics in Prague in 2005. He speaks Czech and English.
Investment Director
Investment Director
Senior Investment Manager
Senior Investment Manager
Adam joined Genesis Capital team in 2018. Previously, as a financial controller, he gained experience in corporate finance in construction and energy industry, participated in renewables development strategy of ČEZ Group, post-acquisition integration of new assets and its management.
Adam is a graduate of the University of Economics in Prague with specialisation in finance, business valuation and economic policy. He also attended extra-curricular courses on corporate finance at the London School of Economics. He speaks Czech and English.
Investment Manager
Investment Manager
Michal joined Genesis Capital at the beginning of 2024. Previously, he gained experience in the M&A team at KKCG group, focusing on investment opportunities in the energy sector across Europe. Before joining KKCG, he spent five years in the EY valuation team, where he worked on complex business valuations for both Czech and international clients in a wide range of industries.
Michal is a graduate of the University of Economics in Prague, with specialization in Finance and Business Valuation. He speaks Czech and English.
Investment Manager
Investment Manager
Filip joined Genesis Capital in 2024. Prior to joining Genesis Capital, he worked since 2014 as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company, in their Prague and London offices. He focused on strategic projects for clients from different sectors (tech, media, banking) and regions (Europe, Middle East, Africa).
Filip graduated from Charles University in Prague (law), Harvard University (law), and Oxford University (business administration). He is fluent in Czech, English, and has advanced knowledge of German.
Senior Investment Analyst
Senior Investment Analyst
Matěj joined Genesis Capital in 2021. Prior to that, he was working as an Investment Analyst for Wero Holding focusing on evaluation of Private Equity investment opportunities, he has designed investment instruments for the purpose of group funding and managed establishment of the fund structures. He has working experience from M&A industry (Bonuvis), where he advised Penta Investments on Aero Vodochody transaction. During his studies he won a competition by Investor’s Club securing internship in companies RSJ Investments, J&T Ventures and Aakon Capital.
Matěj graduated in Financial Engineering from Prague University of Economics and Business. In addition, he has finished the CFA programme. He speaks Czech, English and German.
Senior Investment Analyst
Senior Investment Analyst
Igor joined Genesis Capital in 2021. Prior to that, he was working at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an Assistant Manager. He was in charge of audit engagements of multinational corporations with sales over billion eur, as well as small family firms. His experience cover firms from diverse industries and business strategies (energy, healthcare, airlines, manufacturing, investment holding companies, mobile apps development).
Igor graduated in Banking and Insurance from Prague University of Economics and Business. During his studies he spent one semester at Singapore Management University. He speaks Czech, English and French.
Senior Investment Analyst
Senior Investment Analyst
Jakub joined the team in 2021 after successful cooperation with Bluehouse capital private equity. He was responsible for the valuation and financial modelling of diverse real estate investment opportunities within the Czech and Slovakia region.
He started his career in consulting and M&A advisory, with a primary focus on financial analysis and market research.
Jakub studied Finance at Tilburg University. He speaks Slovak, Czech and English.
Investment Analyst
Investment Analyst
Karolína has been with Genesis Capital since April 2024. Prior to joining us, she spent four years at Deloitte, specializing in business valuation, financial modelling, and transfer pricing. Her work experience includes collaborating with a diverse range of Czech and international clients across various industries (energy, water management, technology, etc.).
Karolína graduated in finance and business valuation at the University of Economics in Prague. She is fluent in Czech and English.
Investment Analyst
Investment Analyst
Peter has been with Genesis Capital since September 2024. Before joining Genesis, he worked as a Manager at KPMG Deal Advisory, specializing in valuation and financial modelling. In this role, he managed and executed engagements across various sectors, including automotive, real estate, industrial, and energy.
Peter earned his degree in Finance and Banking from the Technical University of Kosice. He also spent a semester at the Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht. During his studies, he achieved significant accomplishments in academic debate, competing in the Eurasian Championship in Istanbul, and the World Championship in León/Mexico. Peter is fluent in Slovak, Czech, and English, and German.
Senior Counsel
Senior Counsel
Vojtěch has been a member of the Genesis private equity advisory team since 2022. Prior to joining Genesis, he was a senior associate at Dentons, an international law firm. His experience includes advising on international and local transactions in a wide range of sectors, including TMT, IT, energy, automotive, manufacturing, food and beverages and, last but not least, private equity.
He graduated the Faculty of Law at Charles University and studied at the University of Nottingham in the UK. He became a member of the Czech Bar Association in 2017. Vojtěch speaks Czech and English.
Finance Director
Finance Director
Petr joined Genesis Capital in 2018. He has experience in banking sector where he worked in various positions in finance department of GE Money Bank, HSBC and Komerční banka. He was involved in financial management of bank subsidiaries, M&A transactions and strategic projects. He focused on valuation of financial institutions and loan portfolios in area of acquisitions. He was also engaged in pension and investment funds industry.
Petr received his doctorate degree at the University of Economics in Prague. He graduated at the Faculty of Business Administration. He speaks Czech, English and French.
Legal Counsel
Legal Counsel
Petr has been a member of the Genesis private equity advisory team since 2024. Prior to joining Genesis, he was an associate at Dentons, an international law firm. His experience includes advising on international and local transactions in a wide range of sectors, including transport and forwarding, automotive and manufacturing, TMT, energy and, last but not least, private equity.
He graduated the Faculty of Law at Charles University and studied at the University of Sheffield in the UK. He became a member of the Czech Bar Association in 2022. Petr speaks Czech and English.
Financial Controller
Financial Controller
Josef joined the Genesis Capital team in 2023. Prior to that, he worked as a senior auditor at the consulting company KPMG, focusing on business and manufacturing companies. He also has experience from the banking sector, specifically from Equa bank, where he worked as an SME Underwriter in the Risk Management department. He also worked as a financial controller at Penta Hospitals.
Josef graduated in Taxation and Tax Policy at the University of Economics in Prague. He speaks Czech and English.
Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Barbora has been with the Genesis Capital since December 2018. Previously, she worked in the publishing house Hachette Filipacchi, then in NMS Market Research and at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering CTU in Prague she worked as Production and marketing manager for PR and Marketing department.
Barbora studied tourism management. She speaks Czech and English.
Office Manager
Office Manager
Pavla joined Genesis Capital in October 2021 after working at Václav Havel Airport Prague, first as a Shift Leader for Unimex Group and then as a Shop Manager at Lagardere Duty Free. Her responsibilities included team leadership and fluent operation of all entrusted Lagardere Duty Free shops.
She studied hotel management and tourism at Secondary Hotel School Prague. Pavla speaks Czech and English.
Investment Committee Member
Investment Committee Member
Lucie Baleková joined Genesis Capital in 2016 as a Member of the Investment Committee of GPEF II and GPEF III. Lucie has an extensive experience from executive roles in several industries, including automotive. Prior to joining Genesis, Lucie held the position of CEO at SWELL, one of the most successful investments of GPEF II. At SWELL, she re-organized and led the original management team and was responsible for successful implementation of a new development strategy. Previously, she held the positions of CEO in leading industrial and automotive companies Plastkov Group and TRW. Her prior experience also includes the positions of Plant and Technical Manager in Amphenol Tuchel and Bühler Motor. She currently works as a consultant and interim manager on project basis.
Lucie graduated from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Czech Technical University in Prague. She speaks Czech, German and English.
Investment Committee Member
Investment Committee Member
Marek has been with Genesis Capital since 2001. Prior to that, he spent ten years in various Czech financial institutions, where he was involved in a number of private equity, M&A and corporate restructuring transactions. While with HSBC Investment Bank, he advised the fifth-largest Czech bank in its sale to GE Capital. Marek also worked for the restructuring agency managed jointly by Latona Europe and Lazard Brothers, where he advised one of the top three Czech steel producers in successfully executing the largest composition settlement with creditors in the Czech Republic to date.
Marek holds an M.Sc. in mathematics from Charles University, Prague. He speaks Czech, Slovak and English.
Investment Committee Member
Investment Committee Member
Jörgen has been with Genesis Capital since 2017 as a Member of the Investment Committee for GPEF II, GPEF III and GPEF IV. He has been cooperating with Genesis Capital since 2006. Jörgen is a Leading Partner in INVEST EQUITY, an independent private Austrian capital specializing in small and medium-sized businesses with a focus on industry, ancillary services and distribution companies. Jörgen's more than 20-year private equity practice includes in detail, all aspects of business closure, business start-ups, successful selling of investment companies, fundraising and investor relations. Jörgen has held a number of positions in the Supervisory Board of the companies for several years.
Jörgen is a graduate of Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien. He speaks German and English.