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 Meeting Software

Valispace

Seed Round in 2022
Valispace GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Bremen, Germany, offers a browser-based engineering software platform designed to enhance productivity in the development of complex hardware products such as satellites, rockets, robots, and drones. This tool serves as a collaborative environment for engineers, managing non-CAD data and engineering values through a centralized data hub, which acts as a single source of truth. Valispace’s software allows for effective technical change management by automatically propagating changes across documents and simulations. It provides comprehensive administrative and budget management features, as well as tools for interface management and documentation. By streamlining the handling of dynamic engineering data, Valispace enables users to improve development speed, quality, and cost efficiency across their projects.

Sdui

Series A in 2021
Sdui GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Koblenz, Germany, offers a digital platform designed to enhance communication within educational institutions. The platform simplifies interactions between teachers, parents, and students by providing features such as messaging, class schedules, parent letters, and room bookings. By digitizing essential processes, Sdui aims to reduce administrative burdens and improve organizational efficiency in schools. Over a short period, the company has gained traction in the educational market, reaching hundreds of institutions and establishing a strong reputation for its user-friendly solutions.

MATCHBASE

Pre Seed Round in 2021
At Matchbase we are building the world’s first on-demand teamsports club. Our members can play teamsport when they want together with great people on the most beautiful venues. We believe that teamsport should be easy. That’s why starting with football our mission is to make all popular teamsport as easy as going to the gym.

Bookingkit

Series D in 2020
bookingkit GmbH is a Berlin-based company that provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed for leisure activity providers to streamline their booking, administration, and marketing processes. Established in 2014, bookingkit enables businesses to manage a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, cultural events, and rental services through a single digital interface. The platform offers features such as automated booking management, payment processing, and channel management, allowing providers to seamlessly integrate bookable experiences into their websites. Additionally, bookingkit serves as a neutral Global Distribution System (GDS), granting travel agencies and marketing networks access to a comprehensive digital inventory of tours and activities. With support available in 11 languages, the company significantly enhances the marketing and sales capabilities of its clients while connecting them to over 360 million potential customers.

onetool

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Onetool GmbH is an online platform based in Berlin, Germany, that provides a subscription-based service for small and medium-sized businesses, offering access to a diverse array of SaaS software solutions. Founded in 2019, Onetool functions as an app store for business software, allowing organizations to manage all their software needs through a single membership. The platform facilitates a centralized login and provisioning system, enabling users to access various tools for marketing, sales, project management, finance, scheduling, surveys, task management, and document sharing. With a focus on enhancing productivity, Onetool combines these services into one subscription, simplifying the management process through a centralized control dashboard and providing low monthly fees along with easy cancellation options.

Sdui

Seed Round in 2020
Sdui GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Koblenz, Germany, offers a digital platform designed to enhance communication within educational institutions. The platform simplifies interactions between teachers, parents, and students by providing features such as messaging, class schedules, parent letters, and room bookings. By digitizing essential processes, Sdui aims to reduce administrative burdens and improve organizational efficiency in schools. Over a short period, the company has gained traction in the educational market, reaching hundreds of institutions and establishing a strong reputation for its user-friendly solutions.

Mindance

Seed Round in 2020
Mindance GmbH designs and develops a mobile application to train mental abilities. The company's application provides individual mental training plans and modes and track achievement. It application is available across the iOS and Android formats. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Leipzig, Germany.

Bookingkit

Series C in 2019
bookingkit GmbH is a Berlin-based company that provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed for leisure activity providers to streamline their booking, administration, and marketing processes. Established in 2014, bookingkit enables businesses to manage a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, cultural events, and rental services through a single digital interface. The platform offers features such as automated booking management, payment processing, and channel management, allowing providers to seamlessly integrate bookable experiences into their websites. Additionally, bookingkit serves as a neutral Global Distribution System (GDS), granting travel agencies and marketing networks access to a comprehensive digital inventory of tours and activities. With support available in 11 languages, the company significantly enhances the marketing and sales capabilities of its clients while connecting them to over 360 million potential customers.

Valispace

Seed Round in 2018
Valispace GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Bremen, Germany, offers a browser-based engineering software platform designed to enhance productivity in the development of complex hardware products such as satellites, rockets, robots, and drones. This tool serves as a collaborative environment for engineers, managing non-CAD data and engineering values through a centralized data hub, which acts as a single source of truth. Valispace’s software allows for effective technical change management by automatically propagating changes across documents and simulations. It provides comprehensive administrative and budget management features, as well as tools for interface management and documentation. By streamlining the handling of dynamic engineering data, Valispace enables users to improve development speed, quality, and cost efficiency across their projects.

Soley

Series A in 2018
Soley GmbH is a software development company based in Munich, Germany, focused on engineering analytics. Founded in 2013 as a spin-off from the Technical University of Munich, Soley offers a range of software solutions including Modeler for domain-specific modeling and analysis, Soley Desk for self-service data intelligence, and Soley Studio for data quality enhancement and visualization. These tools are designed to streamline complex data handling and automate workflows in various sectors such as automotive, medical equipment, and IT. Soley’s applications support areas like product management, test case management, and decision-making processes, enabling businesses to efficiently manage their product portfolios and optimize operations. The company's innovative approach to data analysis has positioned it as a valuable partner for organizations seeking to enhance their engineering processes.

MessengerPeople

Series A in 2017
MessengerPeople GmbH, founded in 2015 in Munich, Germany, specializes in software solutions for messenger communication, enabling businesses to interact with customers through popular messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Apple Business Chat, Telegram, and Viber. The company, originally named WhatsBroadcast GmbH, rebranded in July 2018 and has since established itself as a leading Software-as-a-Service provider in the professional messenger services sector. MessengerPeople's platform allows for efficient management of customer inquiries while ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Serving a diverse clientele, the company supports approximately 1,800 organizations, including businesses, cities, communities, associations, and political parties across more than 60 countries. With a team of 65 employees from 12 different countries, MessengerPeople continues to innovate in the field of customer communication.

Cunesoft

Series A in 2016
Cunesoft GmbH is a provider of cloud-based regulatory compliance software solutions tailored for the life sciences industry. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, with offices in Princeton, New Jersey, and Bengaluru, India, Cunesoft offers a range of Software as a Service (SaaS) products. These include cune-IDMP, a master data management tool for accessing external regulatory databases; cune-eCTD, which facilitates electronic submission creation; and cune-Track, a workflow management system for regulatory tasks. Additionally, the company provides cune-RDMS for document navigation and tagging, cune-SOP for standard operating procedures, and cune-Portal for sharing regulatory documents. Cunesoft also offers outsourcing services for regulatory procedures and documentation. The company’s software is designed for quick deployment and is utilized by both small and medium-sized enterprises and larger pharmaceutical divisions globally, emphasizing reliability, security, and compliance. Cunesoft operates as a subsidiary of Phlexglobal Ltd. since January 2020.

Soley

Seed Round in 2015
Soley GmbH is a software development company based in Munich, Germany, focused on engineering analytics. Founded in 2013 as a spin-off from the Technical University of Munich, Soley offers a range of software solutions including Modeler for domain-specific modeling and analysis, Soley Desk for self-service data intelligence, and Soley Studio for data quality enhancement and visualization. These tools are designed to streamline complex data handling and automate workflows in various sectors such as automotive, medical equipment, and IT. Soley’s applications support areas like product management, test case management, and decision-making processes, enabling businesses to efficiently manage their product portfolios and optimize operations. The company's innovative approach to data analysis has positioned it as a valuable partner for organizations seeking to enhance their engineering processes.

Loopline Systems

Seed Round in 2015
Loopline Systems GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing software aimed at enhancing employee feedback and performance management. The company's flagship product, Loop Now, is a cloud-based solution designed for continuous employee surveys, 360-degree feedback, and Objectives and Key Results (OKR) management. Additionally, Loopline offers tools that facilitate feedback meetings, performance reviews, and employee development, positioning itself as a key player in the HR tech sector. By focusing on strategic performance development, agile feedback mechanisms, and people analytics, Loopline Systems aims to foster individual growth and improve workplace dynamics.

Bookingkit

Seed Round in 2015
bookingkit GmbH is a Berlin-based company that provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed for leisure activity providers to streamline their booking, administration, and marketing processes. Established in 2014, bookingkit enables businesses to manage a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, cultural events, and rental services through a single digital interface. The platform offers features such as automated booking management, payment processing, and channel management, allowing providers to seamlessly integrate bookable experiences into their websites. Additionally, bookingkit serves as a neutral Global Distribution System (GDS), granting travel agencies and marketing networks access to a comprehensive digital inventory of tours and activities. With support available in 11 languages, the company significantly enhances the marketing and sales capabilities of its clients while connecting them to over 360 million potential customers.

Cunesoft

Seed Round in 2014
Cunesoft GmbH is a provider of cloud-based regulatory compliance software solutions tailored for the life sciences industry. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, with offices in Princeton, New Jersey, and Bengaluru, India, Cunesoft offers a range of Software as a Service (SaaS) products. These include cune-IDMP, a master data management tool for accessing external regulatory databases; cune-eCTD, which facilitates electronic submission creation; and cune-Track, a workflow management system for regulatory tasks. Additionally, the company provides cune-RDMS for document navigation and tagging, cune-SOP for standard operating procedures, and cune-Portal for sharing regulatory documents. Cunesoft also offers outsourcing services for regulatory procedures and documentation. The company’s software is designed for quick deployment and is utilized by both small and medium-sized enterprises and larger pharmaceutical divisions globally, emphasizing reliability, security, and compliance. Cunesoft operates as a subsidiary of Phlexglobal Ltd. since January 2020.

Teambeat

Seed Round in 2014
Teambeat is browser-based online software that enables employers and employees to create, publish, and accept applications for vacation and shift plans. Companies can attain more sales, efficient workforce planning, clear vacation planning, platform independence, and more. Teambeat is based in Hamburg, Germany.

Smoope

Seed Round in 2014
Smoope GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in developing software and applications that enhance business communication by aligning with contemporary communication styles. The company's flagship service, Service To Go, facilitates connections between businesses and their customers through secure instant messaging, offering a mobile, personal, and safe interaction experience. This platform allows for asynchronous communication, enabling users to engage with businesses whenever necessary. As of July 2020, Smoope GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Serviceware SE.

Sablono

Series A in 2014
Sablono GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in software solutions for the digital planning and management of construction projects. Its flagship product, Sablono Onsite, allows users to monitor and analyze project progress in real-time through detailed schedules that can be updated and verified on-site. This software enhances collaboration by enabling clients to track the status of deliverables and share crucial information efficiently. Sablono is recognized for its innovative approach, having won the first prize in the "IKT Innovativ" competition at CeBIT 2014, which was awarded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs. The company is also part of the SAP Start-up Focus Programme and receives support from notable partners including High-Tech Gründerfonds and Hasso Plattner Ventures.

Sablono

Seed Round in 2013
Sablono GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in software solutions for the digital planning and management of construction projects. Its flagship product, Sablono Onsite, allows users to monitor and analyze project progress in real-time through detailed schedules that can be updated and verified on-site. This software enhances collaboration by enabling clients to track the status of deliverables and share crucial information efficiently. Sablono is recognized for its innovative approach, having won the first prize in the "IKT Innovativ" competition at CeBIT 2014, which was awarded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs. The company is also part of the SAP Start-up Focus Programme and receives support from notable partners including High-Tech Gründerfonds and Hasso Plattner Ventures.

Ondeso

Seed Round in 2013
Ondeso GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Regensburg, Germany, specializes in security software management systems tailored for production environments. The company's offerings include secure patch management, release management, USB storage management, and software deployment specifically designed for manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. Ondeso's software enables companies to define their own processes for release and security management, allowing for time-independent operations within maintenance windows. Key features of Ondeso's solutions include USB Lock, operating system patch management, antivirus definition updates, imaging, and data lock capabilities for process networks, making them adaptable across various manufacturers.

Veodin

Seed Round in 2012
Veodin Software GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, develops innovative productivity software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of office workers globally. Founded in 2011, the company is known for its flagship product, KeyRocket, a shortcut notification application that assists users in integrating keyboard shortcuts into their daily workflows. KeyRocket tracks user activity within Microsoft Office applications and Windows Explorer, providing real-time notifications about available shortcuts to streamline tasks. It includes a comprehensive database of over 1,700 shortcuts for programs like Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, supporting both English and German languages. Veodin operates as a subsidiary of Templafy ApS since August 2018.

fruux

Seed Round in 2012
fruux GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Münster, Germany, provides a cloud-based solution for synchronizing contacts, calendars, and tasks across various devices. By utilizing open standards such as CardDAV and CalDAV, fruux enables seamless cross-platform synchronization, allowing users to manage their information without being tied to a specific vendor. This approach not only facilitates easy deployment across different devices but also protects users from vendor lock-in, ensuring that their data remains accessible and manageable. The company's services cater to teams, enhancing collaboration by keeping essential organizational tools in sync.

Conceptboard

Seed Round in 2012
Conceptboard GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in online whiteboarding and collaboration tools designed for desktops and iPads. The platform enables teams to discuss and manage visually focused projects by allowing users to upload files, work on documents and images in real-time, and share comments. As a B2B SaaS solution, Conceptboard offers a centralized hub for content and idea sharing, making it suitable for various cross-functional projects, including product development and design collaboration. Its features include project management tools and moderation capabilities, which help guide team activities and facilitate workshops. Conceptboard aims to simplify online collaboration and enhance the management of creative ideas in a visual context.

Mobile Event Guide

Seed Round in 2011
Mobile Event Guide GmbH develops mobile applications designed for event organizers, including those hosting conferences, corporate meetings, and trade shows in Germany. Founded in 2009 and based in Berlin, the company provides solutions that enable users to search and filter information related to sessions, speakers, products, exhibitors, and attendees. The application offers features such as personalized event agendas, networking tools, interactive maps, and real-time updates, allowing organizers to keep participants informed and engaged. Additionally, the platform facilitates lead generation, real-time feedback collection, and live voting through in-app surveys. By distributing event programs wirelessly to participants' devices, Mobile Event Guide significantly reduces printing costs and environmental impact while enhancing the overall event experience for both organizers and attendees. As of June 2016, Mobile Event Guide operates as a subsidiary of esanum.

YourTime Solutions

Venture Round in 2011
yourTime Solutions GmbH is a Potsdam, Germany-based company that develops and markets software for professional, automated time and e-mail management.

C2Call

Series A in 2010
C2Call GmbH, founded in 2008 and based in Werl, Germany, specializes in developing innovative video chat applications and VoIP solutions for mobile and desktop platforms. Its flagship product, FriendCaller, enables users to make free video and voice calls on iOS and Android devices, as well as through various web browsers, all without the need for prior software installation or user registration. The platform utilizes a unique technology called Callme links, allowing instant connections to anyone on the Internet, regardless of their VoIP software. Additionally, C2Call offers a software development kit (SDK) that empowers developers to integrate its communication features into their own applications. This technology supports scalability and is hosted on cloud services, ensuring robust performance. C2Call operates on a cost-effective pricing model, charging low rates for calls to traditional phone networks worldwide. The company's approach distinguishes it from traditional VoIP providers by facilitating open, immediate communication across diverse platforms.

TM3 Software

Venture Round in 2010
TM3 Software GmbH, founded in 2008 and based in Regensburg, Germany, specializes in developing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. The company's innovative real-time software enhances retail management and logistics by controlling and optimizing various business processes. TM3 Software offers its solutions through a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, providing features such as real-time booking, inventory management, and active merchandise management. This software supports medium-sized retailers, fulfillment providers, and online retailers by streamlining operations, optimizing stock levels, and improving overall performance, ultimately leading to cost reductions.

C2Call

Seed Round in 2009
C2Call GmbH, founded in 2008 and based in Werl, Germany, specializes in developing innovative video chat applications and VoIP solutions for mobile and desktop platforms. Its flagship product, FriendCaller, enables users to make free video and voice calls on iOS and Android devices, as well as through various web browsers, all without the need for prior software installation or user registration. The platform utilizes a unique technology called Callme links, allowing instant connections to anyone on the Internet, regardless of their VoIP software. Additionally, C2Call offers a software development kit (SDK) that empowers developers to integrate its communication features into their own applications. This technology supports scalability and is hosted on cloud services, ensuring robust performance. C2Call operates on a cost-effective pricing model, charging low rates for calls to traditional phone networks worldwide. The company's approach distinguishes it from traditional VoIP providers by facilitating open, immediate communication across diverse platforms.

Maxment

Seed Round in 2009
Maxment is a provider of a web-based software platform designed to enhance personnel development through tailored training processes. Initially focused on best-practice concepts, Maxment has evolved its offerings into a comprehensive Learning & Transfer Suite comprising five distinct modules. This platform enables companies to effectively manage and implement various training measures, ensuring a seamless transfer of classroom learning to practical workplace applications. By prioritizing customer feedback, Maxment continuously adapts its software to meet diverse training needs, thereby improving the return on investment for organizations' training initiatives.

Sim4tec

Venture Round in 2009
sim4tec provides comprehensive simulation software in the field of organic electronics for a variety of different applications. All software products come with an intuitive and user-friendly interface from which the user can quickly communicate with the calculation kernel. This enables fast learning cycles and a detailed understanding of the physical processes involved. Furthermore, developers of commercial products may benefit from a reduced time-to-market and a significant reduction of R&D costs by using our simulation software.

Sim4tec

Venture Round in 2008
sim4tec provides comprehensive simulation software in the field of organic electronics for a variety of different applications. All software products come with an intuitive and user-friendly interface from which the user can quickly communicate with the calculation kernel. This enables fast learning cycles and a detailed understanding of the physical processes involved. Furthermore, developers of commercial products may benefit from a reduced time-to-market and a significant reduction of R&D costs by using our simulation software.

zweitgeist

Venture Round in 2007
Zweitgeist produces the social software weblin, which "makes people visible on websites" and "makes communication possible across all websites." Zweitgeist was founded in June 2006. Zweitgeist provides the product weblin as a free of charge download. The program got several awards, Business 2.0 included weblin in the list of the 31 most promising non-US American Web 2.0 websites and the company is aided in the High-Tech startupinitiative "unternimm was" from Microsoft. Zweitgeist's first cooperation partners include Windows Live Messenger Germany, IBM and the Italian car brand Lancia.

Syncing.Net

Venture Round in 2006
SYNCING.NET Technology GmbH specializes in providing a reliable and cost-effective data synchronization solution for businesses and individuals. The company's platform offers an innovative tool for synchronizing Microsoft Outlook, emails, calendars, contacts, and documents across multiple devices without the need for dedicated servers or complex configurations. Utilizing advanced Peer-to-Peer technology, SYNCING.NET simplifies collaboration for organizations and professionals in various fields, allowing seamless data management. The development team, composed of diverse experts, continuously enhances the platform to ensure that users can synchronize their data effortlessly, making it an ideal solution for those seeking efficient and uncomplicated synchronization services.

Netccm

Series A in 2006
The company netCCM GmbH is a world leader in software development for software architecture analysis, source code reengeneering and source code organization for reuse in different projects. With netCCM Studio it is possible to reduce development time of software into 2 times and to organize source code in such a way that many standard parts can be used many times in different projects. Today netCCM Studio works with most popular programming languages like Java, C, C++, C# and PHP.

SimuForm

Venture Round in 2006
imuForm GmbH is a hightech software company, providing unique and high efficient solutions for the product development process.

Symtavision

Venture Round in 2006
Symtavision GmbH provides timing-analysis solutions for processors, control-units, buses, and integration for the automotive and consumer electronics markets. Its tool suite detects bottlenecks arising from software and system integration, understands and debugs timing errors, compare alternatives, and optimize systems. The company's products include analysis engine, plug-ins, and import and export interfaces. It also offers services, including customizations and special analyses, such as requirements analysis and product selection, realization of tool interfaces and integration into existing design flows, analysis libraries for special components, and plug-ins for increased productivity; and analysis and optimization services, including identification and selection of data, analysis and optimization of systems based on given data, and support for performance specification sheets between OEM and supplier. Symtavision GmbH was founded in 2005 and is based in Braunschweig, Germany.
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