High-Tech Gründerfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Bonn, Germany, specializing in early-stage investments in high-tech startups. Established in 2005, the firm focuses on technology-driven companies across various sectors, including information and communication technology, life sciences, healthcare, automation, and cleantech. HTGF typically invests in companies that have been operational for no more than one year, aiming to contribute up to €0.6 million in initial funding and up to €3 million in follow-on financing. The firm seeks a minority stake, generally around 15%, and provides a subordinated loan convertible into equity, with deferred interest for up to four years to support liquidity. With a total investment volume of approximately €895.5 million across three funds, HTGF has successfully supported over 500 startups and attracted more than €2 billion in follow-on investments from external sources. The firm's investors include notable public and private entities, underscoring its role as a key player in fostering innovation and growth within the German startup ecosystem.

Daniela Bach

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Kay G. Balster

Senior Investment Manager

Jens Baumgärtner

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Gernot Berger

Investor

Kilian von Berlichingen

Investor

Anke Cassing

Principal

Tanja Emmerling

Partner

Caroline Fichtner

Senior Investment Manager

Yann Fiebig

Investment Manager

Alexander von Frankenberg

Managing Director and Founder

Bernd Goergen

Partner

Stefanie Grüter

Partner, Communications and Relations

Gregor Haidl

Principal / Authorised Signatory

Frank Hensel

Senior Investment Manager

Olaf Joeressen

Senior Investment Manager

Markus Kressmann

Partner

Maurice Kügler

Investment Manager

Klaus Lehmann

Senior Investment Manager

Dominik Lohle

Senior Investment Manager

Torsten Löffler

Principal ppa. - DeepTech Future Fonds

Fabian Mohr

Investor

Martin Möllmann

Investment Manager

Axel Nitsch

Investment Manager

Andreas Olmes

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Katharina Peters

Investment Manager

Tilmann Petersen

Investment Manager

Claudia Raber

Partner

Nikolaus Raupp

Investor

Frank Reinecke

Partner

Guido Schlitzer

Managing Director

Ulrich Schmitt

Principal

Romy Schnelle

Partner

Tobias Schulz

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Katharina Severin

Investment Manager

Niels Sharman

Investor

Esko Stahl

Investment Manager

Björn Sykora

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Angelika Vlachou

Partner

Johannes Weber

Principal

Marco Winzer

Partner

Julian Zachmann

Investor

Christian Ziach

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Markus Kückelhaus Ph.D

Partner, Industrial Tech Team

Past deals in Switzerland

Invasight

Seed Round in 2022
Invasight is a clinical biotech company that focused on revolutionizing cell invasion research. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Neural Concept

Series A in 2022
Neural Concept is a software company that employs deep learning algorithms to transform the industrial engineering process. This allows companies to focus on core strategic design choices, speed up R&D cycles, and reduce computational costs. The company was established in 2018 and is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Alentis Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Alentis Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, focused on developing novel treatments for advanced liver diseases. Founded in 2019, the company aims to address conditions such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, particularly targeting Claudin-1 positive tumors and organ fibrosis. Alentis employs a research platform that utilizes clinically relevant readouts and single-cell RNA sequencing of patient liver tissues, enabling the development of effective therapies to combat fibrosis and reverse the progression of these diseases. Through its innovative approach, Alentis Therapeutics seeks to improve outcomes for patients suffering from severe liver-related health issues.

Dimpora

Seed Round in 2021
Dimpora AG, based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the design and manufacture of eco-friendly waterproof membranes for the outdoor textile industry. The company produces functional membranes that are primarily composed of polyurethane and utilize a unique template removal method to achieve breathability while maintaining water resistance. Dimpora's innovative technology allows for the direct application of membranes onto various 3D surfaces, enabling fast sweat transport and complete protection from rain. Committed to sustainability, Dimpora aims to develop next-generation high-performance membranes that enhance outdoor experiences without compromising environmental integrity. The company focuses on creating products that not only perform well but also prioritize the use of recyclable materials, aligning with its vision of promoting responsible enjoyment of nature.

Qnami

Series A in 2021
Qnami AG manufactures non-invasive sensors. Its products include ProteusQ, non-invasive magnetic imaging microscope; and Quantum Diamond, which includes Quantilevers MX, diamond probes containing a single NV for high resolution magnetic imaging, and NV diamond membranes, ready-to-use diamond with NV centers. Its applications are multiferroic antiferromagnet, antiferromagnetic ram, microwave imaging, magnetic nanomemories, and superconductivity. Qnami AG was founded in 2017 and is based in Basel, Switzerland.

PreComb

Seed Round in 2021
PreComb is a technology company focused on enhancing cancer treatment outcomes through innovative solutions tailored for difficult-to-treat cancers. The company has developed a 3D drug testing technology that utilizes automated microtumor-based profiling for in vitro cancer diagnosis. This technology enables clinical institutions to conduct on-site evaluations, allowing for the functional assessment of various cancer drugs, combinations, and concentrations using patient-derived micro-tumors. By optimizing the selection of therapies, PreComb aims to improve success rates in cancer treatment and ultimately enhance the quality of life for patients.

Relio

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Relio is a digital banking service designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) globally. The company provides an online business account that includes features such as savings accounts, money transfers, online and offline purchases, and bill payments. Relio utilizes proprietary compliance automation to streamline these services, enhancing the user experience. Additionally, it offers integrated software tools and a comprehensive dashboard for monitoring transactions, which helps businesses manage their finances effectively. By focusing on the unique needs of complex companies, Relio aims to save time and improve productivity for its clients.

Neural Concept

Seed Round in 2021
Neural Concept is a software company that employs deep learning algorithms to transform the industrial engineering process. This allows companies to focus on core strategic design choices, speed up R&D cycles, and reduce computational costs. The company was established in 2018 and is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Gilytics

Seed Round in 2020
Gilytics AG specializes in advanced computing and 3D visualization technology for the complex planning of transportation and energy infrastructures. Founded in 2017 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, the company offers an interactive software package that aids in the management and planning of distributed energy and linear infrastructures. Its solutions cater to various sectors, including transportation networks, oil and gas pipelines, wind and solar energy projects, and utilities. Gilytics' software enhances the planning process by providing automated services for identifying optimal routes for new transmission lines, while also facilitating improved interactions with authorities and communities through its visualization capabilities.

Synthara

Seed Round in 2020
Synthara AG is a Zurich-based company that specializes in designing advanced sensors for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications and other energy-constrained environments. Founded in 2019, Synthara offers solutions that enable consumer devices, such as wearables, augmented and virtual reality headsets, and health monitoring systems, to incorporate smart features that were previously limited due to computational constraints. The company’s technology supports a range of applications, including aerospace, automotive, and drone technologies, by providing server-class performance for neural networks with a remarkably low energy consumption of 10 TOPs per watt. Synthara AG's innovations aim to enhance the functionality of portable and wireless devices, ultimately improving their operational capabilities.

Synendos Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Synendos Therapeutics AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Allschwil, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company focuses on developing innovative therapies for unmet needs in neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly anxiety, mood, and stress-related conditions. Synendos utilizes a novel drug target within the endocannabinoid system to restore the brain's natural functioning. Its therapies involve the modulation of cannabinoid activity and the inhibition of endocannabinoid transport across cell membranes, addressing altered neurotransmission in various brain regions. This approach presents a promising solution to the significant demand for effective pharmacological treatments, especially for conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which currently lacks adequate therapeutic options.

PXL Vision

Seed Round in 2020
PXL Vision AG is a Swiss technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Zurich. The company specializes in designing and developing software solutions for identity verification and customer onboarding. Its primary product, Daego, utilizes advanced document and identity verification to create trusted digital identities for users. PXL Vision employs cutting-edge computer vision and machine learning technologies, leveraging expertise from former key employees of Dacuda AG, an award-winning computer vision firm. The company also has research and development centers in Novi Sad, Serbia, and Yerevan, Armenia, enhancing its capabilities in innovative software development.

Qnami

Seed Round in 2019
Qnami AG manufactures non-invasive sensors. Its products include ProteusQ, non-invasive magnetic imaging microscope; and Quantum Diamond, which includes Quantilevers MX, diamond probes containing a single NV for high resolution magnetic imaging, and NV diamond membranes, ready-to-use diamond with NV centers. Its applications are multiferroic antiferromagnet, antiferromagnetic ram, microwave imaging, magnetic nanomemories, and superconductivity. Qnami AG was founded in 2017 and is based in Basel, Switzerland.

Neural Concept

Venture Round in 2019
Neural Concept is a software company that employs deep learning algorithms to transform the industrial engineering process. This allows companies to focus on core strategic design choices, speed up R&D cycles, and reduce computational costs. The company was established in 2018 and is based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Alentis Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Alentis Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, focused on developing novel treatments for advanced liver diseases. Founded in 2019, the company aims to address conditions such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, particularly targeting Claudin-1 positive tumors and organ fibrosis. Alentis employs a research platform that utilizes clinically relevant readouts and single-cell RNA sequencing of patient liver tissues, enabling the development of effective therapies to combat fibrosis and reverse the progression of these diseases. Through its innovative approach, Alentis Therapeutics seeks to improve outcomes for patients suffering from severe liver-related health issues.

Eyeware

Seed Round in 2019
Eyeware Tech SA is a Swiss company established in 2016, specializing in 3D eye tracking software known as GazeSense. This innovative software utilizes advanced computer vision algorithms to enable consumer cameras and devices to capture and analyze eye gaze, head, and face movements. Eyeware's technology enhances human-machine interaction across a variety of fields, including social robotics, automotive, smart home applications, healthcare, gaming, industrial automation, retail, and advertising. By offering solutions that interpret user attention, intention, and interest, Eyeware aims to improve engagement between humans and technology, thus facilitating more intuitive interactions in everyday environments.

Wirelane

Series A in 2018
Wirelane is a full service provider in the field of electric mobility. The company is currently active in 5 countries (D, F, S, NL, CH) and has experience with large industrial customers (VW, Vattenfall, Bouygues and others). In addition to their software solutions, they also offer specially developed charging stations that set standards through the use of advanced technology such as radar sensors and tap payment. The company works with customers from all industry sectors to develop solutions for tomorrow’s mobility needs. Wirelane is one of Europe’s leading specialist providers of hardware, software and app solutions.

Amal Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Amal Therapeutics SA is a biotech company based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2012 as a spin-off from the University of Geneva. The company focuses on the research and development of therapeutic vaccines for oncology, utilizing its proprietary cell penetrating peptide platform. Amal Therapeutics aims to create innovative therapeutic cancer vaccines and immunotherapies to enhance treatment options for cancer patients. As of July 2019, Amal Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH.

Amal Therapeutics

Series B in 2017
Amal Therapeutics SA is a biotech company based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2012 as a spin-off from the University of Geneva. The company focuses on the research and development of therapeutic vaccines for oncology, utilizing its proprietary cell penetrating peptide platform. Amal Therapeutics aims to create innovative therapeutic cancer vaccines and immunotherapies to enhance treatment options for cancer patients. As of July 2019, Amal Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH.

Amal Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
Amal Therapeutics SA is a biotech company based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2012 as a spin-off from the University of Geneva. The company focuses on the research and development of therapeutic vaccines for oncology, utilizing its proprietary cell penetrating peptide platform. Amal Therapeutics aims to create innovative therapeutic cancer vaccines and immunotherapies to enhance treatment options for cancer patients. As of July 2019, Amal Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH.

viamon

Seed Round in 2014
viamon GmbH is a company based in Kaiserslautern, Germany, specializing in GPS-based geo-fencing anti-theft systems for photovoltaic (PV) plants. The company provides monitoring and theft protection solutions not only for PV modules and inverters but also for various high-value goods. viamon's services include 24/7 alarm monitoring through a control center, alongside web portals and mobile applications compatible with smartphones and tablets. The company's products are marketed in several countries, including Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Namibia, Chile, and the Dominican Republic, offering customers enhanced security for their photovoltaic assets.

Outfittery

Series B in 2014
Outfittery provides an online personal shopping service for men. OUTFITTERY’s mission is to take the pain out of shopping for men – as an online version of the “personal shopping”.Their personal style experts put together two or three outfits for each of their customers based on their preferences and personality from a range of top brands. Each customer is served and advised personally after a first online contact and an (optional) phone call. They keep the range of clothes constantly up to date by looking for the most interesting men´s fashion brands and the best items of popular designers worldwide.Their service is free and the individually selected items are sent to their customers free of charge. Customers only pay for the pieces that they want to keep in their wardrobe and feel comfortable in. OUTFITTERY today is the pioneer and market leader in curated shopping for men in Europe, shipping to eight countries (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg, Sweden and Denmark).

Snow & Alps

Venture Round in 2014
With Snowbon the company created the first online booking platform, which offers top deals for ski extras in the Alps. Zhanks to the unique Snow Guarantee wintersport enthusiasts can book off-season ski extras totally risk-free: should the ski resort be closed due to lack of snow, the customer will receive his money back. Snowbon offers ski passes, ski lessons and rental equipment as stand alone as well as in attractive packages for winter sports regions in Austria, Germany, France, Italy and Switzerland. If you can't find an offer for you, just sign up for our free newsletter and we will keep you up to date about our best deals!

Outfittery

Series A in 2013
Outfittery provides an online personal shopping service for men. OUTFITTERY’s mission is to take the pain out of shopping for men – as an online version of the “personal shopping”.Their personal style experts put together two or three outfits for each of their customers based on their preferences and personality from a range of top brands. Each customer is served and advised personally after a first online contact and an (optional) phone call. They keep the range of clothes constantly up to date by looking for the most interesting men´s fashion brands and the best items of popular designers worldwide.Their service is free and the individually selected items are sent to their customers free of charge. Customers only pay for the pieces that they want to keep in their wardrobe and feel comfortable in. OUTFITTERY today is the pioneer and market leader in curated shopping for men in Europe, shipping to eight countries (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg, Sweden and Denmark).

Outfittery

Seed Round in 2012
Outfittery provides an online personal shopping service for men. OUTFITTERY’s mission is to take the pain out of shopping for men – as an online version of the “personal shopping”.Their personal style experts put together two or three outfits for each of their customers based on their preferences and personality from a range of top brands. Each customer is served and advised personally after a first online contact and an (optional) phone call. They keep the range of clothes constantly up to date by looking for the most interesting men´s fashion brands and the best items of popular designers worldwide.Their service is free and the individually selected items are sent to their customers free of charge. Customers only pay for the pieces that they want to keep in their wardrobe and feel comfortable in. OUTFITTERY today is the pioneer and market leader in curated shopping for men in Europe, shipping to eight countries (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg, Sweden and Denmark).

Windeln.de

Series B in 2012
Windeln.de operates as an online retailer specializing in products for babies, toddlers, children, and young mothers, serving markets in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Spain, and China. The company offers a diverse range of products, including diapers, baby food, clothing, toys, strollers, child car seats, and baby monitors, as well as children's furniture. Additionally, it provides items for older children and parents, encompassing dietary supplements and cosmetics. Windeln.de's business is structured into segments that include a German shop, international shops, and shopping clubs, catering to a broad customer base across Europe and China.

Windeln.de

Series A in 2011
Windeln.de operates as an online retailer specializing in products for babies, toddlers, children, and young mothers, serving markets in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Spain, and China. The company offers a diverse range of products, including diapers, baby food, clothing, toys, strollers, child car seats, and baby monitors, as well as children's furniture. Additionally, it provides items for older children and parents, encompassing dietary supplements and cosmetics. Windeln.de's business is structured into segments that include a German shop, international shops, and shopping clubs, catering to a broad customer base across Europe and China.

SAW Instruments

Series B in 2011
SAW Instruments develops, manufactures and sells innovative analytical systems for the markets of the life sciences. The equipment allows the label-free analysis of molecular biomolecular interactions & combines stability and ease of use with high sensitivity. The products distributed by SAW Instruments products are successfully used by leading research institutions in Germany and Switzerland.

Windeln.de

Venture Round in 2010
Windeln.de operates as an online retailer specializing in products for babies, toddlers, children, and young mothers, serving markets in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Spain, and China. The company offers a diverse range of products, including diapers, baby food, clothing, toys, strollers, child car seats, and baby monitors, as well as children's furniture. Additionally, it provides items for older children and parents, encompassing dietary supplements and cosmetics. Windeln.de's business is structured into segments that include a German shop, international shops, and shopping clubs, catering to a broad customer base across Europe and China.

Mister Spex

Series B in 2010
Mister Spex GmbH is an online eyewear retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a wide range of eyewear products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Founded in 2007, the company offers over 5,000 different eyewear options from more than 60 brands, encompassing both sports labels and luxury designer brands. Mister Spex operates its own retail network in Germany and maintains online platforms in several European countries, including France, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Great Britain. In addition to product sales, Mister Spex provides additional services such as eye examinations and annual checks for contact lens users. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from its operations in Germany.

SAW Instruments

Seed Round in 2010
SAW Instruments develops, manufactures and sells innovative analytical systems for the markets of the life sciences. The equipment allows the label-free analysis of molecular biomolecular interactions & combines stability and ease of use with high sensitivity. The products distributed by SAW Instruments products are successfully used by leading research institutions in Germany and Switzerland.

United Maps

Series A in 2009
United Maps strategy is to licence basemaps - from vehicle navigation market leaders like Navteq, Tele Atlas or AND – and algorithmically match them with value-added cartographic data and relevant information layers thereby conflated into new data products. United Maps generates content-rich, white-labeled, highly detailed and fully routable vector maps for mobile and pedestrian usecases. Proprietary conflation algorithms automatically match vectorized basemaps with a high degree of precision. Relevant content layers are added for mobile usecases and seamless multimodal navigation: » public transport (subway, tram, railnetworks) » pathes, walkways and trails for hiking and outdoor » precise house footprints, addresses The hyperlocal mapping products enable location-based applications, media and services for connected mobile devices, BPO, LBS and multi-modal navigation on a mobile, human scale. United Maps operates in B2B and professional services, offering white-labeled and on-demand services. Germany is scheduled for Q1/09, followed by Austria, Switzerland and a rollout of 200 larger European cities.

iso-fast GmbH

Seed Round in 2008
Effizientes und praktisches Wärmedämmungssystem

United Maps

Seed Round in 2008
United Maps strategy is to licence basemaps - from vehicle navigation market leaders like Navteq, Tele Atlas or AND – and algorithmically match them with value-added cartographic data and relevant information layers thereby conflated into new data products. United Maps generates content-rich, white-labeled, highly detailed and fully routable vector maps for mobile and pedestrian usecases. Proprietary conflation algorithms automatically match vectorized basemaps with a high degree of precision. Relevant content layers are added for mobile usecases and seamless multimodal navigation: » public transport (subway, tram, railnetworks) » pathes, walkways and trails for hiking and outdoor » precise house footprints, addresses The hyperlocal mapping products enable location-based applications, media and services for connected mobile devices, BPO, LBS and multi-modal navigation on a mobile, human scale. United Maps operates in B2B and professional services, offering white-labeled and on-demand services. Germany is scheduled for Q1/09, followed by Austria, Switzerland and a rollout of 200 larger European cities.
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