High-Tech Gründerfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds is a German seed and early-stage venture capital firm that backs technology startups across Germany. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Bonn with an additional office in Berlin, it focuses on high-tech sectors such as information technology, software, hardware, IoT, robotics, energy, life sciences, healthcare and clean tech. The firm targets very young companies, typically with a small team and limited turnover, often at or near product launch. It provides initial funding and follow-on rounds to support growth, generally taking a minority stake and offering flexible financing that can include a subordinated loan convertible to equity. HTGF frequently acts as lead investor or co-invests with others, and aims to build long-term partnerships to help portfolio companies scale, commercialize technology and reach later financing milestones.