Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures
Investment Details
Investor Type
Venture Capital
Asset Class Focus
Venture Capital
Stage Focus
Seed, Series A, Series B
Geographical Focus
United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Denmark, Switzerland, Spain, Luxembourg, Ireland, Austria, Netherlands, Hungary, Sweden, Belgium, Norway, Finland, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania
Industries Focus
- Energy
- Consumer Goods
- Media
- Retail
- Education
- FoodTech
- FinTech
- E-commerce
- Logistics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Health
- InsurTech
- Mobility
- Big Data
- Internet of Things
- DeepTech
- Travel
- Cyber Security
- Climate Tech
- Enterprise Software
Investment Size:
500,000 to 2,000,000 USD
Investor Details Founded: 2014
Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures (DvH Ventures) is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm based in Cologne, Germany. Established in 2014, the firm focuses on investing in technology companies that aim to disrupt entire industries. DvH Ventures manages multiple funds and has become one of the most active early-stage investors in Europe, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as digital health, education, fintech, insurtech, deep tech, and climate tech.
The firm's investment strategy involves providing financial support in seed and Series A rounds, typically ranging from €500,000 to €2 million. Beyond capital, DvH Ventures offers its portfolio companies management expertise, strategic guidance, and access to an extensive international network of investors. Additionally, the firm operates a media-for-equity program, granting startups access to the substantial reach of prominent media brands like Handelsblatt, DIE ZEIT, WirtschaftsWoche, and Apotheken Umschau. This unique approach enables startups to enhance their visibility and accelerate growth.
DvH Ventures has a track record of successful investments in companies such as LIQID, Hypatos, Nect, LiveEO, StudySmarter, Masterplan, and buynomics. The firm's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs is evident in its hands-on approach, working closely with founders to navigate challenges and celebrate successes. DvH Ventures' dedication to fostering innovation and growth has solidified its reputation as a key player in the European venture capital landscape.
Requirements
- Innovative technology solutions
- Scalable business models
- Strong founding teams with entrepreneurial passion
- Potential to disrupt existing markets
- Alignment with DvH Ventures' focus sectors
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Portfolio Companies
- Liqid
- Hypatos
- Nect
- LiveEO
- Studysmarter
- Masterplan
- Buynomics
- Wikifolio
- moneymeets
- COMPEON
- OptioPay
- FirmenABC
- entrafin
- SMACC
- sanubi
- cashpresso
- NDGIT
- Humanoo
- mymoria
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