High-Tech Gründerfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Bonn, Germany, with an additional office in Berlin. Established in 2005, it specializes in early-stage investments in high-tech startups across various sectors, including information and communication technology, life sciences, biotechnology, and clean technology. The firm primarily targets companies that have recently commenced commercial operations, specifically those less than one year old, and typically invests in businesses with fewer than 50 employees and annual revenues below €10 million. High-Tech Gründerfonds seeks to acquire minority stakes of up to 25% in its portfolio companies, often providing initial funding of up to €0.6 million, with the potential for follow-on financing of up to €3 million. The firm emphasizes collaboration with founders and co-invests alongside other investors, aiming to support the growth of innovative startups by offering subordinated loans convertible into equity, with deferred interest to maintain liquidity.