5 to go founders sell majority package
We are excited to share a pivotal development in the growth story of 5 to go, Romania’s most beloved coffee brand and a leading player in the European café market.
A 60% majority stake in 5 to go has been acquired by 5tg Invest, an investment vehicle formed by Invenio Partners and Accession Capital Partners (ACP).
This strategic move, marks a new phase of accelerated growth for the company both locally and internationally.
Mozaik’s Continued Commitment
Since our investment in 2021, Mozaik Investments has stood alongside the 5 to go team to support rapid scale-up, franchise development, and organizational growth.
With this new partnership, we’re proud to continue as minority shareholder retaining a 10% stake as we help steward the brand into its next chapter.
The new shareholding structure is as follows:
- 5tg Invest (Invenio + ACP): 60%
- Founders Radu Savopol and Lucian Bădilă: 25%
- Mozaik Investments: 10%
- Entrepreneur Marian Alecu: 5%
Scaling Beyond Borders
The strategic focus of the new partnership is twofold: consolidating 5 to go’s leadership in Romania and expanding internationally to markets such as France, Spain, Germany, the UK, and Ireland.
“This is a new beginning, a new chapter, and an ambitious growth plan” said Radu Savopol, co-founder of 5 to go.
“We chose this partnership because it aligns with our values and has a long-term vision built on trust, transparency, and an entrepreneurial mindset.”
“It’s a validation of the brand we built and of the Romanian entrepreneurial ecosystem” added Lucian Bădilă, co-founder.
“Our goal is to reach 1,000 cafés in Romania and to expand abroad with the same passion and energy.”
Investor Confidence
The choice of partners was strategic, with a focus on shared values, operational know-how, and regional expertise.
“5 to go is a business that proves you can build a powerful brand in Romania with scalable potential abroad” said Elvin Guri, CEO of Invenio Partners.
“We are excited to support its international journey.”
ACP, with more than €800 million invested in Central and Eastern Europe over the past two decades, brings deep experience in strategic growth and operational acceleration.
Sustained Growth Momentum
The company closed 2024 with results 10% above estimates, and it now targets a €72 million turnover in 2025. With a network of over 450 cafés in 150+ cities, 5 to go is poised to reinforce its position as a key regional player.
The transaction was advised by:
- Legal Counsel: Dentons (Invenio), Schoenherr (ACP), IC Legal (5 to go)
- Financial & Tax Advisory: KPMG Romania
A Shared Vision for the Future
At Mozaik, we invest in companies where vision, values, and execution come together. Our partnership with 5 to go has exemplified this, and we are proud to remain part of its story as it enters a bold new era of growth.
We congratulate Radu, Lucian, and the entire 5 to go team and welcome Invenio and ACP to this exciting journey.
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