Peter Matev

VC | Advisor | Business, Team and People Builder

Role
General Partner - Eastern Europe at VU Venture Partners
Location
Memphis, TN, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Peter Matev

Enterprise Network, Operations and Venture Strategy Executive with a proven record designing and transforming global transportation and logistics networks while integrating emerging technologies and strategic investments. Combines Fortune 50 operational leadership with venture capital experience to translate innovation into scalable enterprise value.Led complex network redesign and international expansion initiatives delivering 42% revenue growth and doubling operating income, including multimodal air and surface network optimization that increased operating margins from the low-20% to the mid-50% range. Recognized for aligning network architecture, commercial strategy and operational execution to create durable competitive advantage.Experienced in corporate venture investing and startup advisory across logistics, aerospace, AI and defense technologies, partnering with high-growth entrepreneurs to accelerate commercialization and enterprise adoption. Known for enterprise-first leadership, cross-organizational collaboration and the ability to turn complex systems into measurable financial and operational performance. Core competencies include:• Enterprise Network Strategy & Design• Transportation & Logistics Optimization (Air, Ground, Multimodal)• Operational Transformation & Margin Expansion• Corporate Venture Capital & Strategic Investments• Technology Commercialization & Startup Advisory• Global Market Expansion & Network Scaling• Enterprise Strategy Development & Execution• P&L Leadership & Financial Governance• Cross-Functional Leadership & Organizational Alignment• Supply Chain & Logistics Innovation

Experience

  1. General Partner - Eastern Europe

    VU Venture Partners

    Jan 2024 — Present · Burgas, BG

    A global deep tech venture capital fund focused on the world\'s largest opportunities across Consumer, Enterprise, FinTech, Frontier (AI, Robotics, Materials, SpaceTech), Healthcare (Digital Health, Medical Devices, BioTech, Pharma), & PropTech.• Founded and lead regional venture capital fund targeting Eastern Europe’s largest opportunities in FinTech, Enterprise, Consumer, Frontier, Healthcare, and Transportation.• Drive investment strategy, sourcing and evaluating high-potential startups, securing top-tier returns for investors.• Provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies, enhancing scalability and market penetration.

Education

  • Jacksonville University

    Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Business

  • University of National and World Economy

    Coursework in International Economic Relations

  • University of Georgia - Terry College of Business

    Master of Business Administration - MBA, Corporate Finance, Management Science and Decision Technologies

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