German Ventures

About The Fund

German Ventures is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments, focusing primarily on US and German technology startups. Founded in 2013 and based in Munich, Germany, the firm targets companies operating in the media, internet, and mobile industries as well as broader software, IT, and TMT sectors. German Ventures offers financial, strategic, and operational advice to accelerate business growth of these startups. Drawing on a rich understanding of both the goals of startups and a full range of monetary opportunities, they guide companies through discerning support to reach their ambitions. The firm underscores their ability to quickly and effectively launch foreign startups in the German market, leveraging their powerful network to provide valuable market insights. The founding partners, Thomas Bernik and Jens Klein, bring to the table a wealth of experience and an extensive international network, particularly strong in the United States. German Ventures commits to a philosophy of simple, reliable, and fast acceleration of startup growth, fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and comprehensive support. Their process involves identifying potential startup candidates, closing an investment, and then providing strategic and operational expertise. German Ventures also highlights a simple and direct process for startups to engage with them, encouraging the submission of business plans for consideration. Their expertise and advisory capabilities make them a potentially vital partner for startups looking to make headway in their industries.