STS Ventures GmbH

About The Fund

STS Ventures GmbH is a Cologne-based venture capital fund that specializes in providing early-stage investments to budding startups, particularly in the fields of Software, IT, Media, Hardware, HealthTech, Logistics, Material Science, DeepTech, and Mobile. Operating from their headquarters situated in Hohenzollernring, Cologne, Germany, STS Ventures offers the unique combination of a business angel's mindset and a venture capitalist's firepower to support companies transitioning from initial funding rounds to more traditional venture capital investments. Led by Stephan Schubert, a seasoned entrepreneur known for founding and successfully exiting four companies—including the renowned OnVista—STS Ventures has become a prominent figure in the German internet industry. With an impressive track record since the internet's formative years in Europe, Stephan has become one of the most active, well-connected, and experienced business angels in the region. STS Ventures prides itself on partnering with driven founders who prioritize sustainable growth and financial prudence, preferring to support 'hidden champions' that demonstrate a capacity for steady, long-term development. The firm targets investment opportunities in startups at the pre-seed and seed stages and is involved in numerous fields within the technology sector, reflecting a broad investment thesis that embraces innovation across various industries. The company's portfolio includes a range of successful startups such as JustWatch, ottonova, Rebike, and Baqend, as well as exited companies like Klima.metrix, Audibene, and Emma The Sleep Company. STS Ventures actively seeks out numbers-driven founders and offers more than capital—its team provides honest advice, timely feedback, and leverages a diverse network of industry decision-makers, top talents, and fellow investors to help build resilient and lasting companies.