About me
I’m a serial entrepreneur from Germany with a focus on international company-building and early-stage technology investments. I’ve been involved in the co-founding of 10+ companies, creating several businesses valued at >$100m in the process. Furthermore, I’ve invested in 50+ technology companies that went on to raise >$1B in downstream funding.
My Utopia Vision
Entrepreneurship can solve the world’s problems. The Utopia Vision is a conviction I hold, based on my experience and careful observation of the world, that entrepreneurship and capitalism have historically tackled some of the world’s most pressing problems, and will continue to do so in the future.
I believe every human should equip themselves with entrepreneurial skills and a mindset to play their part in society towards contributing to solving the world's biggest problems. I believe this gives people a true, meaningful purpose.
Solving the world's biggest problems starts with you, regardless of the scale you do it on.
My vision is to be a role model and inspiration to let new entrepreneurs achieve their dreams. Through my personal journey, I’ve gained the freedom to travel to and work from where I want while still being able to build a lasting legacy. I want to create a clear path for others to follow.
Every industry will be fundamentally changed by technology so the world is not static. The rate of innovation is exponentially increasing.
Fixing climate change
We aim to invest in emission reduction and sequestration solutions that facilitate a return to pre-industrial levels of atmospheric carbon.
We believe in climate restoration. Moving away from fossil fuels and scaling carbon/methane removal technologies are both necessary to stop the climate crisis.
My Operating Model
Personal growth is like compound interest. I’m constantly developing frameworks for success management and personal development, such as the "Opportunity Universe" and the "10x Principle". To this end, I frequently speak at events, and on podcasts, and take featured interviews by leading publications. Besides, I share my thoughts on my blog.
I also operate under and constantly communicate three very important life principles.
The Opportunity Universe
This is a concept where the quality of your life is dependent on the quality of the opportunities before you. I encourage you to expand the set of opportunities at your disposal (your opportunity universe) to gradually improve your life.
Assuming Responsibility
This is the idea that nothing about your life is left to chance, and instead, you are in charge of every outcome. It’s about realizing that whatever happens, you are partly responsible for that outcome. It encourages a proactive and self-aware mindset leading to ownership and progress.
10x Growth Principle
A 1% improvement every day leads to a 10x improvement over the full year. Consistency is key here.