HTGF | High-Tech Gruenderfonds

The seed investor High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) finances tech start-ups with growth potential and has supported more than 700 start-ups since 2005. With the launch of its fourth fund, HTGF now has about 1.4 billion euros under management. Its team of experienced investment managers and start-up experts support young companies with expertise, entrepreneurial spirit and passion. HTGF’s focus is on high-tech start-ups in the fields of digital tech, industrial tech, life sciences, chemistry and related business areas. To date, external investors have injected about 5 billion euros of capital into the HTGF portfolio via more than 2,000 follow-on financing rounds. In addition, HTGF has already successfully sold shares in more than 170 companies. Fund investors in this public-private partnership include the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, KfW Capital and 45 companies from a wide range of industries. Fund investors in this public-private partnership include the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, KfW Capital and 45 companies from a wide range of industries.

Kay Balster

Senior Investment Manager

Jens Baumgärtner

Senior Investment Manager

Anke Cassing

Principal

Tanja Emmerling

Partner / Head HTGF Berlin

Caroline Fichtner

Senior Investment Manager

Yann Fiebig

Investment Manager

Dr. Alex von Frankenberg

Managing Director and Founder

Bernd Goergen

Partner

Frank Hensel

Senior Investment Manager

Markus Kressmann

Partner

Lena Krzyzak

Principal

Maurice Kügler

Investment Manager

Klaus Lehmann

Senior Investment Manager

Dominik Lohle

Senior Investment Manager

Curtis MacDonald

Venture Partner

Andreas Olmes

Partner

Katharina Peters

Investment Manager

Martin Pfister

Senior Investment Manager

Claudia Raber

Partner

Guido Schlitzer

Managing Director

Ulrich Schmitt

Principal

Romy Schnelle

Partner

Clemens Von Bergmann

Investment Director

Axel Nitsch

Investment Manager

Tobias Schulz

Principal

Past deals in LED

Phytonics

Seed Round in 2023
Phytonics designs and offers anti-reflective coating products with excellent light-trapping capabilities.

Crocus Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Crocus Labs GmbH is a Berlin-based deep tech company focused on developing advanced light engine technology aimed at promoting a greener future. The company specializes in creating energy-efficient lighting solutions for wellness, horticultural, and specialty applications. By employing intelligent light-emitting diode technology and advanced data analytics, Crocus Labs provides precise lighting control that optimizes plant growth while minimizing energy consumption. This innovative approach supports indoor farms and greenhouses, allowing them to cultivate diverse crops efficiently. Crocus Labs aims to extend its cutting-edge research and technological advancements to residential, commercial, and industrial spaces worldwide.

Crocus Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Crocus Labs GmbH is a Berlin-based deep tech company focused on developing advanced light engine technology aimed at promoting a greener future. The company specializes in creating energy-efficient lighting solutions for wellness, horticultural, and specialty applications. By employing intelligent light-emitting diode technology and advanced data analytics, Crocus Labs provides precise lighting control that optimizes plant growth while minimizing energy consumption. This innovative approach supports indoor farms and greenhouses, allowing them to cultivate diverse crops efficiently. Crocus Labs aims to extend its cutting-edge research and technological advancements to residential, commercial, and industrial spaces worldwide.

ICE Gateway GmbH

Seed Round in 2014
ICE Gateway integrates efficient LED-lamps with proprietary communication and control electronics for the M2M infrastructure.

dentaZOOM

Seed Round in 2013
dentaZOOM specializes in the development and distribution of compact surgical microscopes tailored for dental surgery. The company's products are designed to be small, lightweight, and monocular, featuring an integrated LED light system. This innovative design allows dental professionals to incorporate the microscopes seamlessly into their treatment processes, enhancing visibility and precision during procedures. By prioritizing convenience and functionality, dentaZOOM aims to improve the overall efficiency of dental care.

LEDeXCHANGE

Seed Round in 2013
LEDeXCHANGE specializes in the development and production of advanced LED lighting products, focusing on the business-to-business (B2B) marketplace. The company designs and manufactures a range of LED bulbs and retrofitted lamps, offering innovative solutions for commercial lighting needs. By exclusively distributing its products within the B2B sector, LEDeXCHANGE aims to meet the demands of businesses seeking efficient and modern lighting options.

Confovis

Seed Round in 2009
Confovis GmbH, founded in 2009 in Jena, is a high-tech company specializing in innovative optical processes for non-contact 3D surface scanning. The company has developed a patented technology that utilizes structured LED lighting for confocal area scanning, allowing for direct analysis during production. This technology enables the geometric composition of fine surfaces to be monitored throughout the development and production process, facilitating real-time process control and optimization. By eliminating the need for moving mechanical parts, such as rotating pinhole disks or scanning mirrors, Confovis provides a more efficient solution for quality inspections. The ability to conduct contactless inspections with nanometre precision not only enhances process reliability but also significantly reduces costs and time for clients in various industrial applications.

Dilitronics

Seed Round in 2008
Dilitronics GmbH is a company based in Jena, Germany, that specializes in the development and provision of light emitting diodes (LEDs). The company focuses on various sectors, including projection, general lighting, and sensors. Dilitronics has developed a unique controLED technology designed to address issues related to temperature, age, and production-induced inconsistencies in LEDs. This innovative technology enhances general illumination, industrial lighting, display backlighting, and automotive lighting. By leveraging these advancements, Dilitronics enables its customers to benefit from the numerous advantages offered by LEDs across diverse applications.
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