PARTNERING WITH GERMANY'S NEXT INNOVATORS
We provide capital, mentorship, and network access to early-stage tech and health tech startups in Germany. Investments ranging from €50,000 to €500,000.
WHY PARTNER WITH US
We're more than just investors. We're partners committed to your long-term success.
SMART CAPITAL
Investments ranging from €50,000 to €500,000 with flexible terms tailored to your startup's needs.
EXPERT MENTORSHIP
Access to industry veterans who provide hands-on guidance to navigate challenges and scale your business.
POWERFUL NETWORK
Connect with our extensive network of industry partners, potential clients, and follow-on investors.
READY TO GROW WITH US?
Schedule a meeting to discuss how we can help your startup reach its full potential.
ABOUT GROW WITH US
Dr. Anna Schmidt
Founder & Managing Partner
With over 15 years of experience in the tech industry and a background in healthcare innovation, Dr. Anna Schmidt has a proven track record of identifying high-potential startups and helping them scale successfully.
After founding and exiting her own health tech startup, Anna now focuses on supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs in Germany's vibrant tech ecosystem.
OUR MISSION
At Grow With Us, we believe that the most innovative ideas need more than just capital to succeed. They need strategic guidance, industry connections, and hands-on support from experienced entrepreneurs who have walked the same path.
Our mission is to identify, fund, and nurture Germany's most promising tech and health tech startups, helping them navigate the challenges of early-stage growth and setting them up for long-term success.
OUR APPROACH
MENTORSHIP
We work closely with our portfolio companies, providing weekly guidance on strategy, operations, and growth.
ACCESS
We leverage our extensive network to open doors to potential clients, partners, and follow-on investors.
EXPERTISE
We provide specialized knowledge in market expansion, customer acquisition, and sustainable growth strategies.
OUR VALUES
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FOUNDER-FIRST MENTALITY
We believe in supporting founders through both successes and challenges, with a long-term partnership approach.
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INNOVATION WITH IMPACT
We prioritize startups that solve real problems and have the potential to make a meaningful difference.
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TRANSPARENCY AND TRUST
We build relationships based on open communication, honest feedback, and mutual respect.
INVESTMENT THESIS
OUR INVESTMENT FOCUS
At Grow With Us, we have a clear investment strategy focused on early-stage tech and health tech startups in Germany that demonstrate strong growth potential and innovative solutions.
SECTORS
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Technology (SaaS, AI/ML, Data Analytics)
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Health Technology (Digital Health, MedTech)
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Innovative B2B Solutions
GEOGRAPHY
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Germany-based startups
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Focus on major tech hubs (Berlin, Munich, Hamburg)
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Companies with global market potential
INVESTMENT CRITERIA
STAGE
We focus on early-stage startups that have:
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A working MVP or prototype
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Initial market validation or early customers
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Pre-seed to Seed stage
TEAM
We look for founding teams with:
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Deep domain expertise in their industry
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A complementary mix of technical and business skills
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Demonstrated resilience and adaptability
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Openness to mentorship and strategic guidance
MARKET POTENTIAL
We invest in startups that address:
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Large or rapidly growing markets
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Clear, significant pain points for customers
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Potential for international expansion
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Sustainable competitive advantages
INVESTMENT DETAILS
INVESTMENT SIZE
INVESTMENT STRUCTURE
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Equity Investment
We typically take a minority equity stake in exchange for capital.
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Convertible Notes
For early-stage startups, we may use convertible notes with founder-friendly terms.
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Follow-on Investment
We reserve capital for follow-on investments in our most promising portfolio companies.
READY TO APPLY?
If your startup aligns with our investment thesis, we'd love to hear from you.
OUR PORTFOLIO
We've had the privilege of partnering with these innovative startups on their growth journeys.
SUCCESS STORIES
MediTech Solutions
Health TechMediTech Solutions developed an AI-driven diagnostic platform that helps healthcare providers identify diseases with greater accuracy and speed.
Since our investment in 2021, they've expanded to over 50 hospitals across Germany and raised a Series A round of €4M to fuel their international expansion.
CloudSync
TechCloudSync developed an enterprise cloud storage and synchronization platform that addresses the security concerns of European businesses.
Our investment helped them refine their go-to-market strategy, resulting in partnerships with three major German enterprises and a successful seed round of €2.5M.
JOIN OUR PORTFOLIO
Are you building an innovative tech or health tech startup in Germany? We'd love to explore how we can help you grow.
BOOK A MEETING
Schedule an introductory call to discuss your startup and explore potential investment opportunities.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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30-minute introductory call
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Discussion about your startup and vision
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Exploration of potential fit with our investment thesis
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Next steps in the investment process
PREPARE FOR THE CALL
Be ready to discuss:
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Your business model and value proposition
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Current traction and metrics
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Funding needs and use of capital
SCHEDULE YOUR MEETING
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We look forward to learning more about and exploring how we can help you grow.
CONTACT US
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Our investment process typically involves the following steps:
- Initial screening call to assess fit with our investment thesis
- In-depth meeting to discuss your business model and growth plans
- Due diligence process (usually 3-4 weeks)
- Investment proposal and term sheet
- Finalization of investment documents
- Funding and ongoing support
We take an active but non-intrusive approach to supporting our portfolio companies. This typically includes:
- Regular check-ins (usually bi-weekly) to provide guidance and support
- Board observer or member position depending on investment size
- Connections to our network of industry experts, potential clients, and investors
- Strategic guidance on growth, hiring, and fundraising
Our goal is to be a valuable partner without micromanaging your business.
We're flexible in our approach and can either lead rounds or participate alongside other investors. For smaller investments (€50k-€150k), we typically join syndicates with other angel investors or early-stage funds. For larger investments (€200k-€500k), we may lead the round and help bring in additional investors from our network.
We have strong relationships with several VC funds in Germany and across Europe, which can be valuable for your follow-on funding rounds.
Our ideal portfolio companies typically have:
- A strong founding team with complementary skills
- A working product with initial market validation
- A scalable business model with clear unit economics
- A focus on tech or health tech sectors
- Based in Germany with potential for international growth
- A clear vision for how additional capital will accelerate growth
We particularly value founders who are coachable, resilient, and have deep domain expertise in their industry.