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Ep.17 Drop #20Angel 🎙 The one & only Philipp Moehring, Co-Founder of Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company, joined me in the hot seat for a rare public appearance 🔥 👉 Introducing Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company FUND III ✍ 👉 Higher valuations = higher expectations 💣 👉 Giving Founders the freedom to be extreme 🤪 👉 Your access gives you your price 💰 Some Founder References on Philipp: dennis müller (Amie): "More than most, pmoe is a cheerleader. The journey is already hard enough, some VC's make it harder by sending unsolicited articles with "seen this?". He's the opposite. always fun to brainstorm ideas with him. Differentiated intros relative to others." David Budde (trawa): “He‘s been a great sparring partner and has a ton of experience. I remember, the night before our Pre-Seed closing, we found a minor but important error in our cap table. Unsure what to do, we called Phil late that evening for guidance. To me, it‘s super important to know that I can reach my investors, if it actually matters, and that they‘ll be able to help! + he’s just a really nice guy.” Milos Rusic (deepset): “Phil is amazing! He was actively involved in assembling each of our funding rounds - even in the first round where he committed before we had settled for a lead investor. He actively helped to construct our favourite setup of lead investors for that initial round. He knows everyone and his support is not limited to great intros - he really helps founders to assess and identify which investor could be a right fit for them. 100% reliable, massive value for every company. What they do is really unique.” This was a special one to do, hope you enjoy 🍿 https://lnkd.in/gTRT_SmJ 20VC, #AngelInvesting, #technology, #podcast, #entrepreneurship, #VC, #Founder, #Investing

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Reading tip for all startup founders with fundraising plans in DACH: Investoren Report 2024 by Startup Insider. This report provides valuable insights into the venture capital landscape, and is a must-read for anyone looking to secure funding. Plus, it includes bonus material from IRIS on the latest developments in our ecosystem. Get your copy here: https://lnkd.in/dU-5AMPz #startups #founders #VC #LP #fundraising

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How do I actually get proper money as a founder? I spoke about this in the Für-Gründer.de Podcast with editor Elena Todeva. What financing options are there? How do I find the VC that really suits me? When should I bootstrap? Which financing has which consequences in the end? My personal tip for founders: Do some real networking, exchange ideas with other founders, get tips and advice from everywhere, be brave, talk to experienced founders and ask really deep questions and learn always from the experiences of others. Please listen and feel free to write me feedback. https://lnkd.in/de_ZmdZq

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"Investing in top VC funds is like getting into Berghain." 🚀 Key Takeaways from the 2024 VC Report for DACH 👇 ✅Germany saw $6.9 billion VC funding in 2023, led by sectors like #robotics and #climate tech. ✅Despite a global downturn, the #DACH region VC market remained resilient. ✅#Cleantech and #AI received significant attention, notably through major funding rounds like Atlas Agro and Aleph Alpha. ✅IPOs may re-emerge in 2024, offering potential exits. The report provides detailed insights and trends for navigating Germany in 2024 successfully. 📈 🌐 For a deeper dive into these insights check out the full Report by Startup Insider: https://lnkd.in/gE-EgjFv #Tech #Investment #VC #Startup #VentureCapital #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Germany #Austria #Switzerland #StartupInsider sparksense

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Did you know that Antler welcomes already-formed startup teams to our residencies, offering fast initial investment to accelerate your venture's growth? 💼💰 Take inspiration from these remarkable success stories: 🔹 NetBird: Based in Berlin, @NetBird soared to success, securing a remarkable €1.1 million in pre-seed funding. Their mission? To revolutionize VPNs for businesses by simplifying IT infrastructure and networks. 🔹 FERO: Start-up from Amsterdam, @FERO, founded by industry experts from Ekata and Mastercard, raised an impressive €2.8 million. Their vision? To streamline payments processing for end-merchants, inspired by firsthand industry insights. If you're part of an established startup team hungry for growth, seize this opportunity to join Antler's May residency. 💥 #StartupAcceleration #EntrepreneurialSuccess

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ICYMI: Speedinvest was granted a full AIFM licence by FMA Finanzmarktaufsicht Österreich. 😎 🙏 Another milestone on our journey of pioneering VC in Austria🇦🇹: 🔸 2011 first VC fund launched in a decade (AuM 10m) 🔸 2015 first EuVECA fund (AuM 100m) 🔸 2024 first VC fund with AIFM licence (AuM 1b) A big step in our efforts of further professionalizing VC in Austria: There are only 22 other domestic firms with such a licence and we are the only VC in this group. This puts us on the same level with firms such as Allianz Invest, Erste Asset Management GmbH, Gutmann KAG, IQAM Invest GmbH, KEPLER-FONDS Kapitalanlagegesellschaft m.b.H., Lansdowne Partners, LLB Invest KAG, Raiffeisen KAG, Schoellerbank Invest AG, 3 Banken-Generali Investment-Gesellschaft m.b.H. invest.austria Invest Europe Industriellenvereinigung #venturecapital #risikokapital

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What a great week! We announced our investment in Cozero, a super exciting German climate tech company revolutionizing corporate emission management💫 Kvanted and energy investor EnBW New Ventures led the €6.5 million Series A financing round, with the support of French fintech specialist NewAlpha Asset Management (love our all-female syndicate Melanie Beyersdorf Aurélie NICOLAS 👊 ) and heavy hitter business angels and advisors from logistics, manufacturing and SaaS, including Henrik Larsen, former CPO of A.P. Moller - Maersk, Christian Richter Torben Schreiter at Extantia and co-founder of SAP Signavio, and André Christ, founder of LeanIX. What excites me is that Cozero goes beyond basic compliance reporting by combining financial responsibility with environmental impact. This ultimately transforms business practices towards sustainability. Cozero’s Climate ERP meets the demand from big companies for an effective corporate carbon management tool, helping navigate complex regulations like the CSRD and report on Scope 1-3 emissions. Existing customers include major players such as A.P. Moller - Maersk, DMG MORI and NIPPON EXPRESS GROUP. Thrilled to join Helen Tacke Fabian Schwarzer Tiago Taveira on this journey with a shared mission of advancing industrial decarbonization!🚀 Learn more about Cozero’s Climate ERP platform here: https://www.cozero.io/ #industrialtech #climatetech #digitaltransformation #industrialdecarbonization

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Startup Insider has released the German "Investoren-Report 2024," featuring an interview with EQT Ventures. 🇩🇪 Link in comments. What's your top advice for startup founders currently fundraising or aspiring VC investors? Doreen Huber, Partner EQT Ventures: "Stay resilient, cultivate relationships, and prioritize delivering tangible value. Adopt a learning mindset, welcome feedback, and glean insights from setbacks. Furthermore, build a diverse team that both strengthens and challenges your abilities. Remember to prioritize your well-being and stay connected to your purpose, as it will guide you through challenging times."  💪

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The best part of work is always at the terminals. Yesterday at the HHLA Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG Container Terminal Tollerort. Supporting the incredible works of founders Marcel Wiegand and Nico Marks and their exciting venture passify that secures and automates gate processes. The roll-out was a blast. Speaking with hundreds of truck drivers all day long and showing them the easiness of the gate process via smartphone App. This is another great example why founders who have years of terminal work experiences make the difference when it comes to gate integration, process knowledge and smooth software roll-outs. And this is just the start. passify simplifies and streamlines the access management process for both truck drivers and facility operators, while providing real-time information on pick-up and delivery availability. Definitely a startup to watch on an exciting growth path. #smartport #terminalaccess #startup #truck #gateprocess

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It is only the first edition, but HLTH Europe has already established itself as the leading #HealthTech conference in Europe. Besides my 4 highlights, I also had the chance to moderate a panel on the topic "Last mile: Localising access for underserved areas" with 3 fantastic panelists: · Prathibha (President, Mayo Clinic Health System) · Minal (National Director of Primary Care and Community Transformation, NHS England) · Harmony (SVP, Chief Medical Officer & Head of Global Medical at ViiV Healthcare) PS: Amira (SVP Innovation at Siemens Healthineers): we missed you! Here are the key insights of the panel: Bringing healthcare #access to all, especially to underserved areas, has been a challenge since the inception of healthcare. With all the technology of our modern world, is #Healthcare access on the verge of being solved? The short answer is no. But there is hope. In the UK: ➝ There is a 15-year life expectancy gap between deprived areas, and wealthier neighbourhoods nearby. ➝ Funding struggles to keep up: In the next 15 years, a 37% increase in "ill-health costs" is expected, while the working population will increase by 4% over the same period. ➝ Increasing productivity is essential to solve the problem: A 1% decrease in productivity costs 1.5 billion pounds. In the US: ➝ The zip code is (still) a better determinant of health than the genetic code. ➝ Enabling access to underserved areas can also be seen as an opportunity rather than a problem. Tech adoption will be faster due to higher unmet needs, accelerating innovation that can later benefit well-served areas. Debunking one myth: ➝ For HiV, there is now a better access and coverage in Africa than in certain parts of developed countries (US and Europe). Pockets of innovation: ➝ To unlock HCP capacity, the NHS has a national program to move towards a modern General Practice, moving away from "first come first serve" to a new model based on population health and segmentation: the right care for the right person in the right way. First results show that 30% of GP appointments could be done via "messaging only" (instead of F2F visits), bringing massive efficiency gains. ➝ Mayo Clinic already has 75 specialties that are technology enabled, bringing the “Mayo medical care" in the rural areas via virtual and hybrid models, and also embedding the 50+ AI algorithms already active at Mayo. ➝ But increasing access is not only about Tech. Sometimes, it is about boldness: Viiv Healthcare, a pharma company specialised in HiV, gave the patent of its drugs away in 90+ underserved markets, enabling cheap and at-scale production. What does the future hold? Will someone living in an underserved area be able to visit the "Mayo Clinic in the metaverse with his / her digital twin?" Special thanks to Katy, Lina and Henry for this fantastic conference!

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Obviously still some room to grow for the German & EU-VC/Startup-Ecosystem! Important sidenote: Whereas these charts look "bad" at first sight and should motivate all of us to further improve the German and EU-system, let's not forget that "less capital in the market" also correlates a lot with "attractive investment terms for the ones that are investing" - so likely investing in German/EU startups / grownups and funds will continue to provide a more attractive return than standing with 100 peers in a long queue in a potentially exagerated US/Chinese-funding round (and e.g. the FoF EIF-data from Bjorn Tremmerie et al seems to prove that assumption). (Ulrike Hinrichs; Verena Pausder; Christoph J. Stresing; Anna Christmann; Anna Alex; David Wortmann; Thomas Jarzombek; Holger Clemens Hinz, CEFA ...)

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👉 Attention all startup founders! 🚀 If you've been on the hunt for venture capital funding lately - the latest issue of Startup Insider's #investor report features an extensive list of the top 100 most active venture capital firms from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, spanning across more than 200 pages. Dive in and discover your next potential investor! 💼💡 #VC #startupfunding" You can download it here for free https://lnkd.in/gE-EgjFv

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🟠🟣 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗪𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗠𝗬 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳! At WECONOMY, founders win what money can't buy: The competition brings founders together with experts and managers right up to the executive boards of the German economy. Are you a tech start-up and want to take your business to the next level?  This is your chance! ✔️ 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆? Start-ups in the early stage / pre-seed phase as well as start-ups that have not yet been founded with proof of concept or pilots. ✔️ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀? We are looking for startups with a focus on STEM and technology. MedTech, FinTech, AgriTech ... the possibilities are endless! ✔️ 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺? Not a must, but all the better. After all, it has long been known: More diverse teams are more successful. Any questions? Message Christine Heuwing or comment below! ⏰ 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟰! WECONOMY is an initiative of Wissensfabrik - Unternehmen für Deutschland e.V. in cooperation with UnternehmerTUM and Handelsblatt.

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Today our portfolio company, atmio, the operating system revolutionizing methane emission management, led by Matthias Schmittmann, Marius Krüger and Fabian Ihl announced their successful €5.1M Seed round led by Notion Capital, with participation from SquareOne Venture Capital, HCVC and Robin Capital 🚀 We could not be more proud of your achievements thus far and are eager to continue the joint journey of helping natural gas companies abate an additional 1 Billion tonnes of CO2 emissions 🌍 Methane, the primary component of natural gas, is responsible for a significant portion of global warming, with 60% of global methane emissions stemming from human activity and a third from the energy sector. Traditionally, methane leak detection has been manual, slow, and focused on immediate safety risks, often overlooking smaller but environmentally impactful leaks. atmio aims to change this with a comprehensive system for effortless detection, logging, and repair of methane leaks, ensuring precise and regular reporting 🌿 #venturecapital #sustainability #climatetech

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A business lesson that took me a few years to learn: 🗓️ 2020: I was part of the RBF hype from 2020-2022. RBF is short for Revenue-Based Financing. The RBF hype was a period of exceptional innovation in the dusty VC world. Together with Christian Stein, I built the business of a US fund in Europe from scratch. To many of my friends’s dismay, I posted a ton about RBF here on LinkedIn. I even co-authored a chapter on RBF in an investment book published by Springer 🤓 It was a *super competitive* time to be in the market! New funds entered the market every week. We expected unicorns and fairytales. All of us would flourish and continue to grow for years to come. Taking a bite out of that delicious VC cake. If there was a choice, my default decision was the faster, riskier, bolder bet. Being 26 years old, I only knew one direction of the market: up 📈 🗓️ 2024: A few years later, almost every single one of our old competitors is gone 💀 They went bankrupt, exited in a fire sale, or changed their business model. My old fund, Riverside Acceleration Capital, is still around. They played a different game all along. Focused on long-term viable partnerships. True better-together stories, even if that meant sacrificing hyper-growth. Back then, I didn’t understand how exceptional the market was that I found myself in. I didn’t understand that ZIRP was driving +99% of the investment decisions. I didn’t foresee that the shining stars of our industry would go down in flames in just a few years. Today, I am in the middle of a completely different trend. Again, I see competitors popping up left and right. Gitpod has become so successful that it inspires others to take a bite out of the CDE cake. 🍰 But I’ve learned my lesson. They truly don’t matter. Most of them will not be around 5 years from now. But one company will be there: Gitpod. If you are selling a product or service, keep that in mind: Being long-term viable is extremely important. Price accordingly. If new entrants underprice the market and sell at a loss, don’t worry. You are building long-term partnerships that require a business model that works. Make it real and share this idea in conversations with business partners and customers: smart buyers will value long-term viability over saving an extra 5%. Today, I am ready to explain and defend our long-term viability at any moment. I love collecting these business adventures. I’ve spent more time in Excel sheets than I care to admit. But some lessons need to be hard-won over the years :)

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Beirat für Startups #34 Ein Beirat kann grundsätzlich für Startups von großem Vorteil sein. Wie immer, ist es eine Entscheidung, in der es auf den Einzelfall ankommt. 🛣 Einige Gründe hierzu behandele ich wöchentlich in meiner Beitragsreihe : Zum letzten Post der Reihe: https://lnkd.in/dfQsdEuf The Benefits of a Biotech Advisory Board 🧪🔬 As a leader in the biotech industry, I'm excited to share the advantages of having a strong advisory board with expertise in biotechnology. 💡 Cutting-Edge Insights 🔍 An advisory board composed of seasoned biotech professionals can provide invaluable, up-to-date insights into the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. Their deep knowledge and experience can help guide your strategic decision-making and ensure your company stays ahead of the curve. 🧠 Specialized Expertise 🔬 Biotech advisory board members bring a wealth of specialized expertise across various disciplines, such as drug development, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, and commercialization. Their diverse backgrounds can help you navigate the complex and ever-evolving biotech landscape more effectively, ultimately driving your company's success. 🧪 Networking and Connections 🤝 A well-connected biotech advisory board can open doors to new partnerships, collaborations, and funding opportunities. Their extensive industry networks can introduce you to key stakeholders, potential investors, and strategic partners, expanding your reach and unlocking new avenues for growth. 🌐 Credibility and Validation 👍 Having respected biotech experts on your advisory board can significantly boost your company's credibility and validation in the eyes of investors, regulatory bodies, and potential partners. This can be particularly valuable when seeking funding, navigating the regulatory landscape, or engaging with industry leaders. 🏆 Objective Guidance 🧭 An advisory board provides an outside perspective and objective guidance, which can be invaluable in navigating complex business decisions. Their impartial insights can help you identify blind spots, mitigate risks, and make more informed choices that align with your company's long-term goals. 🧠 By leveraging the expertise and experience of a biotech advisory board, you can unlock a competitive edge, drive innovation, and accelerate your company's growth in the dynamic biotech industry. 🚀 #advisoryboard #board #scaleup

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I have news to share: In the upcoming months, you will see more of me in Business Insider Gründerszene as I share some of my perspectives on the startup ecosystem as a founder turned investor. First up: Why do start-up companies with remote-only employees face significant disadvantages, and why am I reluctant to invest in them? A take that I’m aware everyone won’t agree with... but I rest my case here! Here are three key takeaways: The importance of a strong corporate culture: A strong corporate culture, built when actually working together, is essential for the success of all startups. It fosters engagement and builds loyalty - crucial for a company’s stability and growth, especially during uncertain times. The risks of remote work: Remote work increases the risk of communication errors, delays in information sharing, team-building challenges, and potential employee isolation, which can hinder team development. The importance of a balanced approach: Hybrid teams must invest in building and maintaining a strong corporate culture through regular in-person interactions, team-building sessions, and coaching to keep employees motivated. Thanks to the team at Gründerszene for a great collaboration – more to come! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dgD-KUBr

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Happy belated birthday, neuland Ventures GmbH!! On July 31st, we celebrated our 5th anniversary. As a founder and managing partner, I am immensely proud of our journey and achievements. Especially, I am very proud of my son Moritz who is the Managing Director of neuland Ventures GmbH. "It is high time for more courage to embrace disruption by doing the right things rather than merely doing things right." neuland Ventures GmbH is dedicated to fostering rethinking and perspective shifts in the workplace, society, and individuals. Our goal is to recognize and use technology as a lever for greater sustainability. Our startups serve as essential accelerators, constantly optimizing the future and conveying the values of tomorrow. 🚀 Curious? 

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