Portu was founded in 2017 as a startup project at WOOD & Company. It is building an online investment platform where people can sort out all their investment needs in one place. It already has over 1 billion EUR assets under management and serves more than 250,000 registered users in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Poland. In 2024, Portu became a separate entity, WOOD Retail Investments a.s., and obtained its own brokerage license. Portu is has a young, dynamic team of approximately 40 employees, who are more friends than just colleagues.
WOOD & Company
Portu
Presentation
WOOD & Company ("WOOD & Co.") is among the leading investment firms in Central and Eastern Europe. While headquartered in Prague, its reach extends far beyond the region, spanning the entire financial world from New York to Astana. Since 2001, the company has been led by its current owners, Vladimir Jaroš, Jan Sýkora, and Ľubomír Šoltýs. As a pioneer in Central and Eastern Europe, WOOD & Co. has executed numerous first-time stock trades and other significant investment products. Wood & Co. combines local expertise with international experience. With offices in the region and key financial centers like London and Milan, it remains close to all its clients and continues to lead in Central and Eastern Europe, even after 30 years.
What they are looking for
WOOD & Co. is not looking for sprinters, but marathon runners because at WOOD, they believe that courage and endurance prevail in the financial world, and success is achieved by resilient and persistent individuals who contribute to achieving business goals. They value their employees, recognize success, and prioritize mutual motivation to collectively reach our full potential. WOOD & Co. is filled with talented and enthusiastic people who are not afraid to express themselves, are proactive, and have a healthy level of ambition.
Good to know
WOOD & Co. is a holding company by structure, but in reality, the word "family" suits them well. Employees have a close relationship with the owners, who are always eager to listen to a good idea or consider a new business opportunity. In WOOD, nothing is impossible as long as it complies with the rules set by regulatory authorities.
- They have offices in more than 7 European countries.
- They take pride in their gender and age balance because effort and results are what matter.
- They care about and value their employees, striving to continuously improve and balance work effort and leisure time. Iconic terrace parties at Palladium, sports activities, and access to healthcare services for themselves and their families are all part of the benefits their employees can enjoy.