Gerard Fischer

CEO

Past deals in Zurich

ANYbotics

Series B in 2023
ANYbotics is a manufacturer of four-legged robots intended for a variety of industrial uses. The company enhances safety and productivity in industrial operations through autonomous mobile robots capable of navigating complex environments. It provides solutions for robot applications with the most advanced mobility and autonomy requirements in challenging terrain. ANYbotics was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland.

Memo Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Memo Therapeutics AG, based in Basel, Switzerland, specializes in antibody discovery and immune repertoire analysis through its innovative MemoMAB platform. This technology enables the creation of a recombinant in vitro copy of an individual’s B cell and antibody repertoire, resulting in unique and extensive libraries that reflect a person's immune response. These libraries are anticipated to contain a significant number of relevant and rare antibodies, opening new avenues for immune repertoire analysis and antibody discovery. Memo Therapeutics employs its MemoMAB platform in proprietary antibody lead discovery programs and offers it for collaboration with other entities, enhancing the potential for novel therapeutic developments.

Fotokite

Series B in 2022
Fotokite is a company focused on simplifying and securing aerial sensing through its innovative technology. Originating from ETH Zurich’s Flying Machine Arena, Fotokite systems operate autonomously for over 24 hours, delivering real-time video and sensor data to various sectors, including news and sports broadcasting, public safety, and industrial inspection. Since the launch of its first-generation products in 2016, Fotokite has garnered a diverse clientele, including major organizations such as CNN, BBC, Tribune Media, and AFP. The company aims to enhance operational capabilities and situational awareness for its users through its interactive personal flying cameras.

Memo Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Memo Therapeutics AG, based in Basel, Switzerland, specializes in antibody discovery and immune repertoire analysis through its innovative MemoMAB platform. This technology enables the creation of a recombinant in vitro copy of an individual’s B cell and antibody repertoire, resulting in unique and extensive libraries that reflect a person's immune response. These libraries are anticipated to contain a significant number of relevant and rare antibodies, opening new avenues for immune repertoire analysis and antibody discovery. Memo Therapeutics employs its MemoMAB platform in proprietary antibody lead discovery programs and offers it for collaboration with other entities, enhancing the potential for novel therapeutic developments.

Beekeeper

Series B in 2020
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Versantis

Series B in 2019
Versantis AG develops medicines and diagnostics for liver diseases worldwide. Its pipeline include VS-01, a drug to support liver, brain, and kidneys; VS-02 and VS-03 that are solutions for chronic liver diseases and treatment of drug intoxications; and other products for the treatment of metabolic acidemia and diagnosis of hyperammonemia. Versantis AG was founded in 2015 and is based in Zurich, Switzerland.

Beekeeper

Series B in 2019
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.