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Bonn, Germany
Contact this investorsEnergy • Sales (& Marketing) • Food & Beverage • Logistics (& Distribution) • Robotics
Founder & CEO at Freigeist
Frank Thelen is a Co-Founder and serves as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Technology, Design & Sales at Freigeist. Frank is a European serial founder, technology investor and TV personality. Since 1994, he founded and managed over 10 technology and design-driven companies. Frank works with founders on technology, design, team, sales, and fundraising. He also serves as a board member at Lilium.
Cologne, U.S.A. - Germany
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Sales (& Marketing) • CleanTech • Analytics • Consumer
Most Interested In
SaaS, Ad Tech, Market Places, AI --- and anything with Climate Impact!
Not Interested In
Blockchain, Hardware, Food, Fintech, Consumer Products
Berlin, Germany
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Hospitality (& Events) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Sales (& Marketing)
Investor & Advisor | Digital Marketing, Organic Growth | eCommerce, Marketplaces, Travel | aka Pip Klöckner
Philipp Kloeckner is the Managing Director of Trade Machines FI, External Search Strategy Consultant at Rocket Internet and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Combine Digital Media. Previously he was the Search Strategy Advisor at Treatwell and Search Strategy Consultant at Wimdu.
Berlin, Germany
Contact this investorsPropTech • Sales (& Marketing) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Advertising • Human Resources • Real Estate (& Construction)
Founder at Cavalry Ventures
Marbella, Spain - Germany
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • IT (& TMT) • Hospitality (& Events) • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Sales (& Marketing) • CleanTech • A.I. (& Big Data) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Gaming (& eSports) • Analytics • Logistics (& Distribution) • SaaS
Angel Investor / Co-Founder Global Super Angels Club
Most Interested In
B2C Subscription Services
Not Interested In
MedTech
Berlin, Germany
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Education • Businesses Solutions • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Sales (& Marketing) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Analytics • Cloud Services (& Infrastructure) • Developer tools • Future Of Work • Human Resources • SaaS • Woman Focused • Productivity
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I am a tech entrepreneur and angel investor with over 25 years of experience building and scaling software companies. I co-founded Expedite Ventures, a business angel collective of CTOs and CPOs. We offer a true hands-on mentoring approach, which we think is at least as important as capital. That’s why we provide both. We particularly aim to support notoriously underrepresented groups in tech such as first-time tech founders, female founders and immigrant founders.
Not Interested In
E-Commerce // Marketplaces // Any startups where technology and/or the CTO plays a side role
, Germany
Contact this investorsRetail (& E-Commerce) • Sales (& Marketing) • Online Social • Consumer
Sustainability Entrepreneur & Formula 1 World Champion
Berlin, Germany
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Sales (& Marketing) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Consumer
Zech is a co-founder and serves as the chief revenue officer at Fyber. Zech serves as Venture Partner at Point Nine Capital. Janis is a Berlin-based entrepreneur, angel investor & advisor passionate about product, people & partnerships. As the co-founder of Fyber, he is responsible for Fyber & Fyber RTB. He also serves as a Venture Partner at Point Nine Capital.
Berlin, Germany
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • PropTech • IT (& TMT) • Hospitality (& Events) • Media • Education • BioTech • AgroTech • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Energy • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Sales (& Marketing) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • Entertainment (& Sports) • IoT (& Wearables) • CleanTech • A.I. (& Big Data) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Web Security (& Privacy) • Gaming (& eSports) • Advertising • Analytics • AR/VR • Cloud Services (& Infrastructure) • Developer tools • Future Of Work • Food & Beverage • GovTech • Human Resources • Impact • Insurance (& InsurTech) • Material Science • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services) • Messaging • Payments • Robotics • Mobile Apps • Real Estate (& Construction) • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Music • Investment Management • LegalTech • Life Science • Mobile • Mobility • Online Social • Consumer • Oil & Gas (& Mining) • Industrials • Film Production (& Distribution) • Semiconductors
Partner at Antler
Berlin, Germany
Contact this investorsRetail (& E-Commerce) • Sales (& Marketing) • CleanTech
Angel Investor at Expedite Ventures
Hamburg, Germany
Contact this investorsBusinesses Solutions • Sales (& Marketing) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • A.I. (& Big Data)
Co-Founder & Partner at 040 Capital
London - San Francisco Bay Area - Berlin, Germany - U.K. - France
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Education • Businesses Solutions • Sales (& Marketing) • Analytics • Developer tools • Impact • Local commerce • Woman Focused
SaaSicionado. First investor in Zendesk, Algolia, Contentful, Typeform,...
Most Interested In
Vertical SaaS, bottom-up land & expand, strong tech co-founders, startups from all around the world
Not Interested In
Copycats. Over-hyped pre-seed rounds.
Christoph Janz is a Co-Founder and serves as Partner at Point Nine Capital. Janz is an Angel Investor. He also serves as a Board Member at FreeAgent Holdings and Qwilr. Before co-founding Point Nine Capital in 2011, Christoph was active as a private angel investor, working together closely with Team Europe on a variety of investments. Prior to that, Christoph co-founded several software and Internet startups, including comparison shopping engine DealPilot.com (funded by Bertelsmann, acquired by Shopping.com) and personalized startpage Pageflakes (funded by Balderton Capital, acquired by LiveUniverse). With investments in Zendesk, FreeAgent Central, Clio, Propertybase and other highly successful SaaS companies Christoph is a recognized expert in the field of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). Christoph Janz serves as Board Member at ShiftPlanning, mention, Contentful, Propertybase and Zendesk. He also serves on Board of Infogr.am.
Germany boasts one of Europe’s leading startup ecosystems, with Berlin being a major hub for innovation. As of 2023, Germany is home to approximately 20,000 startups. The country benefits from strong government support, excellent infrastructure, and a robust industrial base. In 2022, German startups raised around €12 billion in venture capital funding. These factors collectively highlight Germany's dynamic and rapidly evolving startup landscape.
As of 2023, Germany's startup ecosystem encompasses around 20,000 startups. In 2022, these startups attracted approximately €12 billion in venture capital funding. This substantial investment underscores the ecosystem's growth potential and robust nature. The market's size and financial backing reflect its capacity to foster innovation and sustain a competitive edge within Europe and beyond.
Germany's startup ecosystem is characterized by several key strengths, including a strong engineering tradition, high-quality research institutions, and a central location in Europe. The country excels in sectors such as automotive tech, industrial manufacturing, and cleantech. These strengths are bolstered by Germany's robust industrial base and government support, positioning it as a leader in the European startup scene.
Berlin, Munich, and Hamburg are the primary hubs of Germany’s startup ecosystem. Berlin is renowned for its vibrant tech scene, attracting entrepreneurs from around the world. Munich is a key center for deep tech and industrial startups, benefiting from its proximity to major corporations and research institutions. Hamburg excels in logistics and e-commerce, leveraging its strategic location and strong infrastructure. These cities collectively drive Germany's innovation and economic growth.
In addition to the major cities, emerging hubs like Frankfurt, Stuttgart, and Cologne are gaining prominence in Germany’s startup ecosystem. Frankfurt is known for its fintech and financial services, Stuttgart for automotive technology and manufacturing, and Cologne for media and entertainment. These emerging hubs are expanding the reach and diversity of Germany’s entrepreneurial landscape, offering new opportunities for innovation and growth.
Germany’s startup ecosystem benefits from a strong network of incubators, accelerators, and co-working spaces that provide essential support and resources for entrepreneurs. Programs like the German Accelerator and the High-Tech Gründerfonds have been instrumental in supporting early-stage startups by providing funding, mentorship, and resources. This supportive infrastructure is crucial for nurturing startups and fostering a collaborative entrepreneurial environment.
Despite its strengths, the German startup ecosystem faces challenges such as bureaucratic hurdles and a relatively risk-averse investment culture. Navigating regulatory frameworks can be time-consuming and complex for startups. Additionally, attracting venture capital can be more difficult compared to more risk-tolerant markets. Addressing these challenges requires strategic efforts and supportive policies to sustain growth and competitiveness.
Germany has significant opportunities for growth in sectors like automotive tech, industrial manufacturing, and cleantech. The country's strong focus on sustainability and green technology drives innovation in renewable energy and environmental technologies. Germany's strategic location in the heart of Europe provides startups with access to a large market and numerous opportunities for international expansion. With continued investment and innovation, Germany's startup ecosystem is poised for further growth, contributing significantly to the global innovation landscape.
Germany's startup ecosystem demonstrates remarkable resilience and adaptability. The country's commitment to innovation, coupled with strong government and institutional support, enables startups to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities. The diverse talent pool and high-quality research institutions attract entrepreneurs and investors alike, ensuring sustained growth and success in the face of global economic shifts and market dynamics.
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