Holtzbrinck Ventures

Holtzbrinck Ventures is a Munich-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies. Since its inception in 2000, the firm has been dedicated to supporting founders in developing their internet and technology ventures. With a focus on dynamic entrepreneurs, Holtzbrinck Ventures has financed over 160 companies, including notable names like Zalando, Delivery Hero, FlixBus, and Scalable Capital. The firm's total fund volume exceeds €1.05 billion, enabling it to support startups with investments ranging from €500,000 to €40 million, covering all investment stages from seed to growth.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes sectors such as e-commerce, consumer internet, fintech, healthtech, edtech, media, software, logistics, travel, food delivery, online marketplaces, digital services, artificial intelligence, and blockchain. Holtzbrinck Ventures has a strong geographical focus on Europe, particularly Germany, and has also made investments in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Ireland, Portugal, and Greece.

Holtzbrinck Ventures is recognized for its active involvement in the growth of its portfolio companies, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and access to a vast network of industry contacts. This hands-on approach has contributed to the firm's reputation as one of Europe's most successful and experienced early-stage investors, with a track record of successful exits and a commitment to fostering innovation across various technology sectors.