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10x Group

Venture capital

München · Seed–Late Stage · 6 people tracked

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10x Group is run by serial entrepreneurs who invest in founders across Europe and the US. It deploys capital through direct investments as well as through affiliated funds: 10x Founders, an early-stage venture fund, and FLEX Capital, a private equity fund focused on profitable SME software companies. The group's principals have founded and led numerous digital and technology companies, particularly transaction-oriented software businesses such as marketplaces, subscription/SaaS services, and digitized value chains. Over the years they have invested in more than 100 digital and tech startups and exited over 30, drawing on deep operating experience across Europe and Silicon Valley.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 16, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Late Stage
HQ
München, DE
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2006
Last 12 months
2 investments
Tracked investments
35
IPOs
1
Acquisitions
2

Team · 6 people

from curated & public directories

Founder mafia

2 people who came through 10x Group went on to found or lead other companies.

What they invest in

from 31 of 35 portfolio companies

SaaS ×12AI & Machine Learning ×9Enterprise Software ×9Consumer ×7Marketplaces ×6Advanced Manufacturing ×5Fintech ×5Climate Tech ×4

HQs:United States×19Germany×6United Arab Emirates×1Canada×1India×1Portugal×1

Investments · 35 tracked

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Equipment Shareequipmentshare.comin𝕏NASDAQ: EQPTSeed

EquipmentShare provides construction equipment rentals and fleet management technology for builders and contractors.

Construction TechIoTPropTechSaaSColumbia, US

Brad Siegler(Founder)inJeff Lowe(Founder)inJabbok Schlacks(CEO & Co-Founder)inWilliam Schlacks(Founder/President)inTrevor Schauenberg(Director)

BoardNeil Chheda(Director)

Co-investorsY CombinatorAmity VenturesDepth VenturesEvolution VC PartnersFundersClubG Squared+28 more

10x Founders10xfounders.comin

10x Founders is an early-stage venture investor operating an international network of entrepreneurs and investors, primarily across Europe and the US.

AirHelpairhelp.comin𝕏

AirHelp provides technology to help air passengers claim compensation for delayed and cancelled flights.

ConsumerLegalTechSaaSTravel & HospitalityLisbon, PT

Henrik Zillmer(Founder)inNicolas Michaelsen(Founder)inGreg Roodt(Founder/CTO)inTomasz Pawliszyn(CEO)in

Co-investorsABRY PartnersTempoCapUpslope VenturesY Combinator10x FoundersBEENEXT+13 more

Bardeenbardeen.aiinSeed · Feb 2022 · $4M

Bardeen is an automation and workflow platform that connects to CRMs, communication, lead generation, and customer success tools to automate repetitive tasks like data entry, outreach, and reporting.

AI & Machine LearningSaaSSales TechSan Francisco, US

Pascal Weinberger(Executive Officer, Director)inArtem Harutyunyan(Executive Officer, Director)

BoardFlorian Leibert(Director)

Co-investorsActivant CapitalFirstMark CapitalHubSpot VenturesInsight Partners468 CapitalDCVC (Data Collective)

Brightthinkbright.mxinSeed

Bright provides solar energy systems and battery storage (BESS) solutions for industrial, manufacturing, and commercial businesses in Mexico, along with flexible financing options including PPAs, leasing, and direct purchase to facilitate renewable energy adoption.

Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechEnergyFintechNew York City, US

Jonah Greenberger(Founder)inJB Straubel

Co-investorsY CombinatorCollaborative FundFirst Round CapitalSoma CapitalCaffeinated CapitalCrystal Towers Capital+13 more

Candidatelycandidately.comin𝕏Seed · May 2021

Candidately is a software platform providing AI-powered tools and infrastructure for staffing agencies, including an AI resume builder, candidate search, talent marketplace, and client portal.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaSNew York City, US

Jan Alexander Jedlinski(Founder/CEO)inBenjamin Bartakovics(Founder/Head of Finance & Operations ())inDaniel Bartakovics(Founder)inMichael Ströck(Founder)inJan Jedlinski(Co-founder & CEO)inDaniel-Phillip Bartakovics(Co-founder & CMO/CDO)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorBEENEXTSpeedinvestPUSH VenturesVoyager CapitalLightspeed Venture Partners+1 more

enmaccenmacc.cominSep 2022

enmacc operates a digital wholesale energy trading marketplace that provides market access and liquidity for energy market participants, including smaller and new players.

B2B MarketplacesClimate TechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSMunich, DE

Jens Hartmann(Founder)in

Co-investorsBayern KapitalCherry Ventures10x FoundersChevron Technology VenturesIlluminate FinancialPiton Capital LLP

EWORewor.comSeed · May 2023 · $3M

EWOR runs a fellowship that invests up to €500k in early-stage technical founders, from pre-idea to about €2M ARR, and pairs them with full-time mentors who are experienced unicorn founders.

EdTechFuture of Work

FLEX Capitalflex.capitalin

Flex Capital is a private equity fund that acquires and invests in profitable, growing technology companies in German-speaking markets, offering succession solutions, carve-outs, and management buyouts.

Enterprise SoftwareSaaS

Co-investorsBLN Capital

GBatteriesgbatteries.comin𝕏

GBatteries develops intelligent battery management systems and high-energy-density batteries using artificial intelligence and electrochemistry, targeting electric mobility applications from land to air transport.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningClimate TechEnergyHardwareIoTOttawa, CA

Nick Sherstyuk(Founder)inTim Sherstyuk(Cofounder)in

Co-investorsFundersClubTechFoundersY CombinatorInitialized CapitalParadigmSV Angel+1 more

Gecko Roboticsgeckorobotics.comin𝕏Series C

Gecko Robotics builds robots equipped with sensors and cameras to inspect industrial structures like boilers for structural defects, replacing dangerous manual inspections at height.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDeep TechRoboticsPittsburgh, US

Jake Loosararian(Cofounder & CEO)inTroy Demmer(Cofounder)in

BoardGaetano Crupi(Director)inAndrew Davis(Director)inTrae Stephens(Director)in

Co-investorsAlpha PartnersBase Venture Management, Inc.Cubit CapitalDrive CapitalFifth Down CapitalFormula VC+40 more

Harperharperinsure.comin𝕏Seed

Harper Insure is an insurance broker that uses data analytics and human expertise to match commercial clients with appropriate insurance carriers and coverage.

AI & Machine LearningFintechInsurTechSan Francisco, US

Dakotah Rice(Founder)inTushar Nair(Founder)in

Co-investorsAmino CapitalAntlerDG Daiwa VenturesLobster CapitalOlive Tree CapitalOutset Capital+13 more

Instrumentlinstrumentl.comin𝕏Seed

Instrumentl is a platform that helps nonprofits and foundations discover and manage grant opportunities.

Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Gauri Manglik(Founder/CEO)inAngela Braren(Founder/Growth)inKatharine Corriveau(Founder)in

Co-investors500 GlobalFarvatn VentureK5 VenturesRanch VenturesY CombinatorEniac Ventures+2 more

Lawn Lovelawnlove.comin𝕏acquired by LawnStarter

Lawn Love is a digital marketplace platform that connects customers with background-checked service professionals for lawn care and outdoor services.

ConsumerMarketplacesSaaSSan Diego, US

Jeremy Yamaguchi(Founder/CEO)inSteve Corcoran(Co-founder and CEO of LawnStarter (leads Lawn Love))

Co-investorsY CombinatorAllegro Venture PartnersBullpen CapitalForefront VentureFundersClubLaunchCapital+4 more

Lygoslygos.comin𝕏Seed

Lygos uses genetically engineered microorganisms to produce industrial chemicals from sugar feedstocks, focusing on compounds where fermentation offers cost advantages compared to fossil fuel-based manufacturing.

Climate TechHealthtechSan Francisco, US

Eric Steen(Founder/CSO)inJeffrey A. Dietrich(Executive Officer, Director)inJay D. Keasling(Director)

BoardLeonard Katz(Director)

Co-investorsFifty YearsFundersClubJude GomilaLG Technology VenturesY Combinator10x Founders+10 more

May Mobilitymaymobility.comin𝕏Seed

May Mobility develops multi-policy decision-making technology for autonomous vehicles that processes real-time sensor data to analyze driving scenarios and optimize safety.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningMobility & TransportationRoboticsAnn Arbor, US

Edwin Olson(Founder/CEO)inDr. Edwin Olson(CEO and Founder)in

Co-investorsMillennium New Horizons1843 CapitalATEL VenturesBase Venture Management, Inc.BMW i VenturesExpansion Venture Capital+27 more

OUTFITTERYoutfittery.deJan 2026

Outfittery is a personal styling service that curates clothing selections from over 150 brands and delivers them to customers who only pay for items they choose to keep.

ConsumerE-commerceMarketplacesBerlin, DE

Julia Bösch(Founder)in

Co-investorsHighland EuropeHV CapitalMangrove Capital PartnersNorthzonePrivilège VenturesAcurio Ventures+4 more

PersistIQpersistiq.cominAcquired

PersistIQ is a sales engagement platform that helps small teams find prospects, automate personalized outreach via email and calls, and track campaign performance.

Enterprise SoftwareSaaSSales TechSan Francisco, US

Pouyan Salehi(Founder/CEO)inCyrus Karbassiyoon(Founder/CTO)in

Co-investorsFundersClubPoint NineY CombinatorDisrupt.comSalesforce VenturesZillionize

Rausraus.lifeinSeed · Nov 2022 · $3M

Raus offers cabin accommodations for couples seeking getaway experiences in nature.

B2B MarketplacesConsumerMarketplacesTravel & Hospitality

ChristopherJohannJulian

Co-investorsROCH VenturesRockaway Ventures10x FoundersRivus CapitalSpeedinvestLoric Ventures

Regulateregulate.meinSeed · May 2026 · $2M

Regulate offers short guided breathwork sessions designed for team meetings, with exercises for focus, calm, energy, and presence.

Future of WorkMental HealthSaaSWellness & Fitness

Co-investors4impact capital

Roomstormroomstorm.comin

Roomstorm provides an automated booking platform that connects airlines with hotel inventory worldwide to arrange accommodations for passengers affected by flight delays or cancellations.

ConsumerMarketplacesTravel & HospitalitySan Francisco, US

Maksim Izmaylov(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorGMO VenturePartnersPalm Drive CapitalQueensBridge Venture PartnersVenture Investment AssociatesWebb Investment Network+2 more

Saal Digitalsaal-digital.com

Saal Digital is a photo printing service that lets customers design and order custom photo books and prints through its website software and mobile app.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce

Co-investorsArdian

SaveINsavein.moneyin𝕏Apr 2022 · $4M

SaveIN operates a marketplace connecting Indian patients with nearby healthcare providers and offers installment payment plans for medical services.

FintechHealthtechMarketplacesWellness & FitnessDelhi, IN

Jitin Bhasin(Founder)inGaurav Luthra(Founder)in

Co-investorsFlucas VenturesKube VCLoric VenturesPioneerSoma CapitalY Combinator+9 more

Sourceresssourceress.comin𝕏Seed

Sourceress uses machine learning to match job candidates with open roles by defining job requirements, identifying suitable applicants, and contacting them with personalized messages; hiring managers report satisfaction with recommended candidates over 85% of the time.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US

Kanjun Qiu(Founder/CEO)inJosh Albrecht(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorAgrolimen VenturesArena VenturesAstera InstituteBasis Set VenturesEndure Capital+7 more

Suitenesssuiteness.comin𝕏Seed · Dec 2016

Suiteness allows groups to book connecting hotel rooms that aren't available through standard hotel booking platforms.

B2B MarketplacesConsumerMarketplacesTravel & HospitalitySan Francisco, US

Robbie Bhathal(Founder/CEO)inKyle Killion(Founder)inRUPINDER BHATHAL(Executive Officer, Director)

Co-investorsBullpen CapitalFundersClubKima VenturesY CombinatorAltaIR CapitalAvlok Capital+7 more

TENDERDtenderd.comin𝕏Seed

Tenderd provides AI-driven fleet and equipment management software for businesses to optimize operations and reduce environmental impact.

AI & Machine LearningConstruction TechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareIoTLogistics & Supply ChainDubai, AE

Arjun Mohan(Founder)in

Co-investorsCathexis VenturesCOTU VenturesDynamo VenturesJam FundRainfall VenturesSoma Capital+18 more

Terravionterravion.com𝕏Mar 2014Defunct

TerrAvion collects and delivers weekly aerial imagery at high resolution for agricultural operations, positioning itself as a cost-effective alternative to satellite and drone-based approaches.

Advanced ManufacturingAgTechSan Francisco, US

Robert Morris(Founder/CEO)inCornell Wright(Executive Officer, Director)

Co-investorsFundersClubGen CapitalY CombinatorInitialized CapitalMerus CapitalPromus Ventures

ThinAirthinair.comDefunct

ThinAir provides cloud-based data security software that gives administrators and employees control over sensitive information without compromising workflow efficiency.

CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US

Tony Gauda(Founder/CEO)in

Co-investorsQuest Venture PartnersThink+ Ventures Management, LlcY Combinator11.2 Capital500 GlobalACME Capital+8 more

Tolemitolemi.comin𝕏Seed

Tolemi provides data integration and analytics tools to state and local governments working on housing policy and administration.

PropTechBoston, US

Andrew Kieve(Founder/CEO)inNico Tejera(Founder/CTO)in

Co-investorsFikaY CombinatorLightspeed Venture PartnersSwitch VenturesWavemaker Partners

TrueVaulttruevault.comin𝕏Aug 2018

TrueVault provides a SaaS platform that helps businesses achieve privacy compliance with regulations like GDPR and CCPA through data mapping, customer notices, and internal policy guidance.

Enterprise SoftwareLegalTechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Jason Wang(Founder)in

Co-investorsACTAI VenturesFundersClubK5 VenturesPioneerY CombinatorAcequia Capital (AceCap)+13 more

Valuecasevaluecase.deinPre-Seed · Sep 2022 · $4M

Valuecase AI is a feature set within the Valuecase platform that automates customer-facing "Spaces" by drafting emails, scheduling reminders, generating templates, translating content, and building autonomous AI agents triggered by events like form submissions or status changes.

AI & Machine LearningSaaSSales TechHamburg, DE

Jan Niklas Wick(Managing Director)inLennart Prange(Managing Director)in

Co-investorsPICUS CAPITALAlven

Zenysiszenysis.comSeed

Zenysis develops data integration software that enables government agencies to consolidate and analyze information across multiple sources for decision-making during emergencies and crises.

GovTechSan Francisco, US

Jonathan Stambolis(Founder/CEO)inIan Webster(Founder/CTO)in

Co-investors500 GlobalReactionY CombinatorOmidyar NetworkTencent HoldingsWefunder

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

Customs4trade (C4T)LemonSwanStockpile

Exits · 3

1 IPOs · 2 acquisitions · showing 2

Equipment ShareNASDAQ: EQPTLawn Loveacq. by LawnStarter

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Frequently asked questions

How many investments has 10x Group made?
10x Group has 35 tracked investments, 3 of which have exited, including 2 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does 10x Group invest at?
10x Group invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
What sectors does 10x Group focus on?
10x Group focuses on Consumer, Crypto & Web3, Digital Health, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Marketplaces, Medical Devices, SaaS, Travel & Hospitality.
Where is 10x Group located?
10x Group is headquartered in München, DE.

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Co-investors · 17

468 Capital

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Both backed · 2
General Catalyst

General Catalyst is a venture capital firm operating as a partnership focused on company building and accelerating the growth of the businesses it backs.

Both backed · 1
$30M
DCVC (Data Collective)

DCVC (Data Collective) is a deep tech venture capital firm that backs entrepreneurs using computational approaches to solve large-scale real-world problems across many industries.

Both backed · 1
$5M – $25M
FirstMark Capital

FirstMark Capital is a venture capital firm that backs founders and accelerates them through a platform providing access to networks, customers, and top talent.

Both backed · 1
$500K – $8M
PICUS CAPITAL

Picus Capital is an early-stage technology investment firm with a long-term investment philosophy, partnering closely with founders on strategic and operational challenges to build global companies.

Both backed · 1
$100K – $300M
Cherry Ventures

Cherry Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that backs European founders across a wide range of industries, from AI and energy to gaming and space tech.

Both backed · 1
$2.2M – $7.7M
Alven

Alven is an independent early-stage venture capital firm that has been investing for 25 years, positioning itself as a straightforward, hands-on partner to entrepreneurs.

Both backed · 1
Bitkraft Esports Ventures

BITKRAFT Ventures is a global investment platform focused on gaming, interactive media, and related technologies, backing companies building at the convergence of physical and digital worlds (which it calls Synthetic Reality).

$100K – $5M
Lakestar

Lakestar is an investment firm founded by Dr. Klaus Hommels in 2012, managing venture capital funds and personal investments across stages and geographies, with a focus on technology companies supporting Europe's sovereignty and prosperity.

$540K
Peak

Peak is an early-stage venture fund founded and run by entrepreneurs, backing extraordinary teams across Europe. It focuses on SaaS, marketplaces, and platforms.

$275K – $4.4M
La Famiglia

La Famiglia is a European venture capital fund investing at seed and growth stage in technology companies that enable or disrupt large industries.

firstminute capital

firstminute capital is an early-stage venture fund providing the first institutional cheque to European founders building global technology companies across AI and deep tech.

$1M – $3M
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