About us
Thein is an investment group founded by Tomáš Budník in the spring of 2020. In collaboration with J&T and through two qualified investor funds—J&T Thein SICAV, which covers the ICT segment, and Thein Private Equity SICAV, focused on the industrial segment—we acquire and connect promising companies for further development. Our focus is on technology companies in the fields of ICT, cybersecurity, and Industry 4.0.
Each company in our portfolio plays a key role in fulfilling our vision, which is based on cooperation and synergy between the individual businesses.
Our goal is not short-term profit; we are not a startup solely focused on closing an investment round. We look far into the future. We believe that this long-term approach is also attractive to professionals seeking a stable environment for their career growth.
ABOUT US
Thein is not a corporation, but a creative environment
Tomáš Budník and most of our colleagues grew professionally in corporations, where they encountered limitations that held them back in many ways. To be agile and adaptable to new market needs, you need autonomy and passion. We are building a group with an entrepreneurial approach, aiming to avoid the nonsense we encountered in our day-to-day corporate work.
We are fast and adaptable, which is why we strive for the flattest structure possible, minimizing resistance between decision-making and execution. The strategic leadership of the group and its individual companies is built around Tomáš Budník’s visionary approach. We aim to foster a positive work environment where anyone can feel comfortable reaching out to anyone else.
The joy of creating together, being part of new trends, and having an impact on the results—that’s all part of our DNA.
HISTORY OF THEIN
Why We Call Ourselves Thein
The surname Thein has a long and, most importantly, interesting history that dates back to the era after WW1, called the First Republic. Tomáš Budník’s wife has Jewish roots and belongs to this family line. The Thein family and their relatives were influential and cultured individuals, holding positions as lawyers, doctors, teachers, and artists. They helped shape Czechoslovakia after the WW1, a time when Czech industry was among the world’s best.
Dr. Bertold Thein, a prominent lawyer, contributed to the creation of the first Czechoslovak constitution.
The legacy of the Thein name can also be found on a plaque at the National Theatre. Director and actor Hanuš Thein was a leading figure in opera, contributing to its development not only at the National Theatre but beyond the borders of Bohemia.
Thein, the name of the investment company founded by Tomáš Budník in 2020, pays tribute to his family heritage.
Thein Group Timeline
June 30, 2020
First acquisition – purchase of PONEC
October 1, 2020
Establishment of J&T Thein SICAV fund
November 30, 2020
Acquisition of Net.pointers
December 21, 2020
Acquisition of Aitcom and Síť
June 7, 2021
Acquisition of Cotring
August 5, 2021
Acquisition of H-Square
September 1, 2021
Establishment of Thein Private Equity SICAV fund
December 21, 2021
Acquisition of Spark Technet
December 12, 2023
Consolidation of Industry and ICT divisions in the Enterprise building
December 21, 2023
Acquisition of Top Aulit
June 14, 2024
Acquisition of Your System
September 17, 2024
Expansion of office space in the Enterprise building to an additional floor
May 22, 2024
Launch of the Private 5G Open Stack product
October 1, 2024
Thein enters the Slovak market
OUR COMMITMENTS?
ESG policy
We believe that adhering to ESG principles is key to creating long-term value in today’s rapidly changing environment and is an essential part of responsible corporate behavior. In this context, we align ourselves with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Environmental Protection
In our ICT segment, we prioritize collaboration with vendors who place reducing their carbon footprint and environmental protection as top priorities. By utilizing cloud technologies, we reduce the carbon footprint compared to on-premise data centers. Apple, the main vendor for iBusiness Thein, is a global leader in sustainability standards, particularly in materials and recycling. In our Industry segment, we have optimized external transportation to make truckloads more efficient.
Social
Responsibility
Corporate culture is crucial to us, which is why we have created an Employee Culture Guide. This comprehensive document codifies the principles of mutual behavior within the group and outlines our shared values: sustainability, professionalism, innovation, and decency.
Transparency and Governance
High standards in governance, processes, and cybersecurity are gradually implemented across the group, driven by the expertise of our cybersecurity professionals. We operate our own Security Operations Center (SOC), which not only serves our clients but is also used internally to achieve the highest level of information and technology security. We are working on digitizing processes to achieve paperless administration. The governance of Thein Group is transparent, with open communication towards employees.
Values
We embrace four important values that align and synergize with our ESG policy.
Sustainability
The principles of sustainability are fundamental to us, and we consider them in our everyday work life.
Respect
We respect everyone we interact with and act with ethics and moral integrity in mind.
Innovation
We are not afraid to try new approaches and seek innovative solutions, not just for our customers.
Professionalism
With a focus on expertise and competence, every member of our team strives for the highest level of professionalism.
Top Management
We introduce the leadership team of Thein Investment Group.
Tomáš Budník
MANAGING PARTNER & FOUNDER
Filip Budník
INVESTMENT DIRECTOR
Michal Brijar
CEO THEIN INDUSTRY
Michal Polesný
CFO
Irena Hýsková
CEO THEIN SECURITY
Jana Studničková
CEO IBUSINESS THEIN
Alena Víchová
HR MANAGER
Vlastimil Chramosta
CEO THEIN DIGITAL
Documents
We present the Code of Ethics and ESG Policy of Thein Group.
What Our Workplace Looks Like
The headquarters of Thein Group is located in the modern Office Building Enterprise, near the Pankrác metro station. Our offices are situated on the 1st and 6th floors. We have access to a beautiful and spacious terrace, where we hold work meetings and host events for both employees and clients.