Freigeist Capital

Freigeist Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 and based in Bonn, Germany. It specializes in early-stage investments and seeks opportunities across energy, food, healthcare, manufacturing, mobility, environment, transportation, space, and digital technology, providing capital and strategic guidance to portfolio companies. The firm was established by Marc Sieberger, Frank Thelen, and Alex Koch.

Domenico Cipolla

Partner

Alex Koch

Co-Founder and CTO

Alexander Pass

Principal

Marc Sieberger

Co-Founder and COO / CFO

Marcel Vogler

Partner

40 past transactions

Collie

Seed Round in 2025
Collie is a technology company that specializes in developing innovative solutions for livestock management. Its primary product is a cow collar designed to enhance agricultural efficiency by monitoring health indicators and optimizing pasture growth. The collar enables farmers to manage herd movement, providing functionalities such as virtual fencing and alerts for illness. Additionally, it offers insights into grazing habits, allowing for improved grazing practices and reduced feed expenses. By leveraging this technology, Collie aims to increase productivity while ensuring the well-being of livestock.

Akina

Seed Round in 2025
Akina is a Swiss company founded in 2021, headquartered in Zurich, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence healthcare software. The company focuses on enhancing physiotherapy by providing a platform that empowers patients to engage in independent therapy at home. Through its innovative software, Akina connects patients with healthcare providers for remote therapeutic monitoring and personalized guidance. The platform utilizes proprietary AI motion analysis and media streaming algorithms to facilitate automated case reviews and generate feedback for therapists. This approach aims to improve clinical outcomes and enhance the efficiency of care delivery, merging evidence-based therapy with engaging entertainment for a comprehensive treatment experience.

BioThrust

Seed Round in 2024
BioThrust develops customized gassing solutions for bioreactors.

United Manufacturing Hub

Seed Round in 2024
United Manufacturing Hub is an open-source Industrial IoT company that supports engineers in scaling industrial IoT infrastructure. The company offers a management SaaS, an open-source infrastructure-as-code toolkit, and an active community to facilitate adoption and collaboration. Its toolkit combines open-source components to automate the integration and operation of large-scale industrial networks, enabling organizations to connect, store, and access data from manufacturing sites. It also helps build user-centric dashboards and applications that visualize and manage IoT data. Through its software and community, United Manufacturing Hub aims to simplify deployment, security, and scalability of industrial IoT systems.

EnduroSat

Series A in 2023
EnduroSat designs and engineers spacecraft for business applications and space exploration missions. The company specializes in swarm/constellation satellite applications and offers customized satellites along with full-cycle mission support.

PROSION Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
PROSION Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing innovative drugs to address previously undruggable targets linked to various hard-to-treat diseases, including cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's, and cardiovascular diseases.

Leko Labs

Series A in 2022
Leko Labs SA is a Luxembourg-based manufacturer specializing in sustainable building components. Founded in 2014, the company produces Leko, a glue-free mass timber construction system that serves as a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete and steel. By utilizing sustainably sourced wood, Leko Labs aims to reduce the carbon footprint associated with construction. Their cross-laminated timber technology not only provides structural strength but also enhances acoustic and thermal insulation. The company implements advanced technology, including machine learning algorithms and digital automation, to streamline the design and prefabrication processes. This approach enables faster and more efficient construction, contributing to the shift towards environmentally friendly housing solutions.

Smartlane

Series A in 2022
Smartlane GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing innovative software solutions for transportation logistics. The company's flagship product, SmartlaneDISPATCH!, is a mobile application that facilitates order and tour management, enabling users to monitor deliveries, optimize routes, and communicate with customers via notifications. Additionally, Smartlane offers Smartlane Transport Intelligence, a cloud-based, AI-driven platform that automates and optimizes transport planning. This technology enhances operational efficiency by dispatching orders quickly while taking into account various factors such as delivery time windows and real-time traffic data. Smartlane's solutions are particularly beneficial for delivery services, field service providers, and businesses with vehicle fleets, significantly reducing operational costs and environmental impact. As a leader in the sector, Smartlane is dedicated to digitizing and improving transportation processes for its clients.

Build.One

Seed Round in 2021
AKIOMA Software develops solutions for the distribution of complex products that require explanation in order to simplify and accelerate processes. Focal points are the creation of extensive and high-quality offers, product management and the programming-free development of web-based product configurators. All AKIOMA products are available in the cloud, as hybrid cloud or private cloud as well as on premise.

Xentral

Series B in 2021
Xentral is a developer of comprehensive enterprise resource planning software that assists modern teams in centrally mapping and managing their products and services. The platform offers over 1,000 functions across various business areas, including sales, logistics, finance, and project management, facilitating processes from order processing to delivery. Xentral enhances customer communication, automates the pick-pack-ship process, and supports production management while minimizing accounting errors. Additionally, it provides integrations with a wide range of shops, marketplaces, fulfillers, and suppliers worldwide. The software is available in a commercial version called Xentral Home, offered in three different packages starting at 65 euros per month, catering to both startups and established companies across diverse industries.

RobCo

Seed Round in 2021
RobCo develops modular industrial robots designed for automation in manufacturing. Their innovative platform improves productivity, reduces costs, and enhances product quality by adapting to diverse applications and integrating seamlessly into existing production lines.

Xentral

Series A in 2021
Xentral is a developer of comprehensive enterprise resource planning software that assists modern teams in centrally mapping and managing their products and services. The platform offers over 1,000 functions across various business areas, including sales, logistics, finance, and project management, facilitating processes from order processing to delivery. Xentral enhances customer communication, automates the pick-pack-ship process, and supports production management while minimizing accounting errors. Additionally, it provides integrations with a wide range of shops, marketplaces, fulfillers, and suppliers worldwide. The software is available in a commercial version called Xentral Home, offered in three different packages starting at 65 euros per month, catering to both startups and established companies across diverse industries.

Neufund

Series A in 2020
Neufund, established in 2016 and based in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, operates a blockchain-based platform that connects innovative companies seeking capital with progressive investors. The platform enables the tokenization of real-world assets, such as equity, and issues them as legally enforceable security tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. Neufund's mission is to democratize access to finance, create new markets, and facilitate connections between assets, investors, and entrepreneurs.

EnduroSat

Seed Round in 2020
EnduroSat designs and engineers spacecraft for business applications and space exploration missions. The company specializes in swarm/constellation satellite applications and offers customized satellites along with full-cycle mission support.

Lilium

Venture Round in 2020
Lilium GmbH is an aviation company based in Wessling, Germany, focused on providing an on-demand air taxi service to enhance urban and suburban mobility. Founded in 2015, Lilium has developed the Lilium Jet, a fully-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft designed to facilitate regional travel that is significantly faster than traditional rail or road options while remaining competitively priced. The Lilium Jet, which can accommodate seven passengers, is engineered for high performance with low noise emissions, supporting the company's goal of creating a sustainable and efficient transportation network for people and goods. The company's journey began with the successful first flight of its demonstrator aircraft in 2019, marking a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize air mobility.

Hardt Hyperloop

Venture Round in 2019
Hardt Hyperloop is a company dedicated to developing an innovative transportation system that enables emission-free travel over large distances. Originating from the winning team of the SpaceX Hyperloop Competition, it aims to create a hyperloop network that serves both passengers and freight efficiently. The hyperloop system designed by Hardt Hyperloop focuses on providing a safe, sustainable, and affordable mode of transport, allowing for rapid travel between network cities with minimal waiting times. By prioritizing accessibility and environmental responsibility, Hardt Hyperloop seeks to revolutionize global mobility and enhance connectivity for daily commuters.

Smartlane

Seed Round in 2019
Smartlane GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing innovative software solutions for transportation logistics. The company's flagship product, SmartlaneDISPATCH!, is a mobile application that facilitates order and tour management, enabling users to monitor deliveries, optimize routes, and communicate with customers via notifications. Additionally, Smartlane offers Smartlane Transport Intelligence, a cloud-based, AI-driven platform that automates and optimizes transport planning. This technology enhances operational efficiency by dispatching orders quickly while taking into account various factors such as delivery time windows and real-time traffic data. Smartlane's solutions are particularly beneficial for delivery services, field service providers, and businesses with vehicle fleets, significantly reducing operational costs and environmental impact. As a leader in the sector, Smartlane is dedicated to digitizing and improving transportation processes for its clients.

YFood

Seed Round in 2018
YFood is a food-tech startup focused on creating innovative food solutions tailored for modern lifestyles. The company specializes in the production of convenient meal alternatives, including ready-to-drink nutritional beverages, drink powders, and bars. YFood's products are designed to offer balanced nutrition by incorporating essential proteins, vitamins, minerals, omega fatty acids, and fiber, providing a healthy alternative to traditional junk food. These offerings aim to supply consumers with sustained energy throughout the day, meeting the demands of a fast-paced lifestyle while prioritizing nutritional value.

Pitch

Series A in 2018
Founded by the creators of Wunderlist, Pitch is a collaborative presentation platform that enables real-time communication and customizable templates. It aims to enhance team productivity and knowledge sharing, with clients including Slack, Framer, and MetaLab.

Kraftblock

Seed Round in 2018
Kraftblock is a developer of advanced thermal energy storage systems aimed at facilitating the transition to renewable energy in industrial applications. With a focus on reducing emissions, the company provides innovative solutions that enable industries to decarbonize their heat processes, addressing the pressing challenges posed by climate change. Kraftblock's unique materials are designed for high efficiency and sustainability, allowing for the storage and provision of heat up to 1300°C. This capability opens up new possibilities for large-scale, long-duration energy storage, supporting industries in adopting sustainable thermal processes. Additionally, Kraftblock's technology enhances safety measures, providing customers with protection during fire outbreaks while promoting a shift towards renewable energy sources.

Xentral

Seed Round in 2018
Xentral is a developer of comprehensive enterprise resource planning software that assists modern teams in centrally mapping and managing their products and services. The platform offers over 1,000 functions across various business areas, including sales, logistics, finance, and project management, facilitating processes from order processing to delivery. Xentral enhances customer communication, automates the pick-pack-ship process, and supports production management while minimizing accounting errors. Additionally, it provides integrations with a wide range of shops, marketplaces, fulfillers, and suppliers worldwide. The software is available in a commercial version called Xentral Home, offered in three different packages starting at 65 euros per month, catering to both startups and established companies across diverse industries.

air up

Seed Round in 2018
air up GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing a unique drinking bottle system that allows users to enjoy flavored water through scent. The innovative design incorporates interchangeable ring-shaped pods that release scented air into the water. This scent is perceived by the brain as flavor through retronasal olfaction, enabling consumers to experience a variety of flavors without the use of added sugars or artificial ingredients. The company's approach provides a healthier alternative to traditional flavored beverages, appealing to those seeking refreshing hydration without compromising on taste.

Hole19

Seed Round in 2017
Hole19 is a golf performance platform that guides players from discovery to post-round optimization. The service enables golfers to discover courses and book tee times, plan rounds on the course with GPS and live scoring, and analyze performance afterward to identify areas for improvement. It connects a global community of more than 1.2 million golfers, providing a space to share insights and experiences.

Lizza

Seed Round in 2017
Lizza operates as a subsidiary of Peter Cremer Holding GmbH & Co. KG, focusing on a marketplace for e-commerce brands and content creators.

Neufund

Seed Round in 2017
Neufund, established in 2016 and based in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, operates a blockchain-based platform that connects innovative companies seeking capital with progressive investors. The platform enables the tokenization of real-world assets, such as equity, and issues them as legally enforceable security tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. Neufund's mission is to democratize access to finance, create new markets, and facilitate connections between assets, investors, and entrepreneurs.

Lilium

Series A in 2016
Lilium GmbH is an aviation company based in Wessling, Germany, focused on providing an on-demand air taxi service to enhance urban and suburban mobility. Founded in 2015, Lilium has developed the Lilium Jet, a fully-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft designed to facilitate regional travel that is significantly faster than traditional rail or road options while remaining competitively priced. The Lilium Jet, which can accommodate seven passengers, is engineered for high performance with low noise emissions, supporting the company's goal of creating a sustainable and efficient transportation network for people and goods. The company's journey began with the successful first flight of its demonstrator aircraft in 2019, marking a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize air mobility.

3Bears Foods

Seed Round in 2016
Founded in Munich, Germany in 2015, 3Bears Foods specializes in producing high-quality porridge products. Its offerings include various flavors like fruity coconut and cinnamon apple, along with porridge gift packs and accessories such as the porridge shell and spoon. The company's mission is to provide a balanced and delicious breakfast option for everyone, using sustainably sourced ingredients.

Pumperlgsund

Seed Round in 2016
Pumperlgsund is a producer of healthy food products, specializing in protein meals designed to promote weight loss in a nutritious manner. The company offers meals made from pasteurized organic eggs, which can be conveniently stored at room temperature for extended periods. This accessibility allows consumers to incorporate healthy eating into their daily routines effortlessly. Pumperlgsund aims to provide naturally sourced, wholesome food options that support a healthy lifestyle.

Lilium

Seed Round in 2015
Lilium GmbH is an aviation company based in Wessling, Germany, focused on providing an on-demand air taxi service to enhance urban and suburban mobility. Founded in 2015, Lilium has developed the Lilium Jet, a fully-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft designed to facilitate regional travel that is significantly faster than traditional rail or road options while remaining competitively priced. The Lilium Jet, which can accommodate seven passengers, is engineered for high performance with low noise emissions, supporting the company's goal of creating a sustainable and efficient transportation network for people and goods. The company's journey began with the successful first flight of its demonstrator aircraft in 2019, marking a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize air mobility.

Luicella's Ice Cream

Seed Round in 2014
Luicella's Premium Ice Cream GmbH is a Hamburg-based company specializing in the production and sale of premium ice creams, ice mixes, and sundaes, available in both cones and containers. The company is committed to using natural ingredients and avoiding preservatives, which allows it to offer a diverse range of flavors to its customers. In addition to its ice cream products, Luicella's also manufactures ice cream equipment and publishes recipe books. The company operates an online marketplace, providing consumers with easy access to its high-quality desserts. Furthermore, Luicella's offers unique experiences, such as ice cream strolls around the Outer Alster, enhancing the enjoyment of its products.

Ankerkraut

Seed Round in 2014
Ankerkraut GmbH, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Jesteburg, Germany, specializes in the production and retail of high-quality spices, sauces, and seasonings. The company is dedicated to offering hand-made spice mixtures that replicate the fine taste of homemade blends, including a variety of spices such as oregano, peppers, curry, and special salts, as well as unique peppermint combinations. Ankerkraut emphasizes the use of natural ingredients, ensuring that their products are free from additives, preservatives, and flavor enhancers, which allows consumers to enjoy fresh spices that enhance their culinary experiences, particularly for barbecuing.

Scanbot SDK

Seed Round in 2014
Scanbot SDK is a German software company established in 2011 with offices in Bonn and San Francisco. It specializes in developing Software Development Kits that enable mobile applications to integrate advanced scanning and data extraction functionalities, serving industries such as insurance, healthcare, logistics, and banking. The company's technology employs sophisticated computer vision algorithms and machine learning models, benefiting over 250 global enterprises including DAX 30 and Fortune 500 companies.

Hole19

Seed Round in 2013
Hole19 is a golf performance platform that guides players from discovery to post-round optimization. The service enables golfers to discover courses and book tee times, plan rounds on the course with GPS and live scoring, and analyze performance afterward to identify areas for improvement. It connects a global community of more than 1.2 million golfers, providing a space to share insights and experiences.

Scanbot SDK

Series A in 2012
Scanbot SDK is a German software company established in 2011 with offices in Bonn and San Francisco. It specializes in developing Software Development Kits that enable mobile applications to integrate advanced scanning and data extraction functionalities, serving industries such as insurance, healthcare, logistics, and banking. The company's technology employs sophisticated computer vision algorithms and machine learning models, benefiting over 250 global enterprises including DAX 30 and Fortune 500 companies.

Scanbot SDK

Seed Round in 2011
Scanbot SDK is a German software company established in 2011 with offices in Bonn and San Francisco. It specializes in developing Software Development Kits that enable mobile applications to integrate advanced scanning and data extraction functionalities, serving industries such as insurance, healthcare, logistics, and banking. The company's technology employs sophisticated computer vision algorithms and machine learning models, benefiting over 250 global enterprises including DAX 30 and Fortune 500 companies.

Hailo Network

Seed Round in 2011
Hailo Network, established in 1947, is a global manufacturer and supplier of ladder systems, steps, and waste bins, renowned for its innovative products and safety standards. The company, headquartered in Germany, operates in over 60 countries worldwide, distributing its products through a network of retailers and distributors.

Wunderlist

Seed Round in 2010
Wunderlist is a cloud-based task management application developed by the Berlin-based startup 6Wunderkinder, founded by six friends in August 2010. Launched in November of the same year, Wunderlist has gained significant popularity as a productivity tool, attracting millions of users globally. The application enables individuals and teams to organize their tasks efficiently, enhancing their ability to manage projects and accomplish goals.

kaufDA

Seed Round in 2010
kaufDA is a German company that operates an online platform focused on digital advertising and local shopping. Founded in 2008 and based in Berlin, it provides users with the ability to search for the best local sales and access brochures and catalogs from various retailers, including top fashion brands. The platform facilitates local searches, helping consumers find stores in their vicinity and stay informed about prevailing offers and promotions. By bridging the gap between digital advertising and local retail, kaufDA enhances the shopping experience for users seeking convenient and cost-effective options.

Northworks Software

Seed Round in 2009
Northworks Software, founded in early 2006 in Hamburg, specializes in the development and operation of online sports games. The company is known for creating high-quality titles that aim to set industry standards within their genre. Its portfolio includes browser-based games like the popular football manager game, Goalunited. Northworks Software focuses on delivering balanced game design and outstanding graphics, ensuring an engaging experience for players.
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