CV Labs
AcceleratorZug · Pre-Seed–Seed · 41 people tracked
Investment thesis
CV VC identifies and invests in early-stage global startups leveraging AI and blockchain technology to transform industries and create new market opportunities. The firm supports disruptive founders and teams building solutions that reshape how the world transacts, produces, and makes decisions. Investment strategy is integrated with the broader Crypto Valley ecosystem, providing portfolio companies access to co-working infrastructure, accelerator programs, founder networks, and advisory resources.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 41 people
from the firm's websiteAn inspirational entrepreneur and investor with over 20 years in the digital startup ecosystem. He built and successfully exited several online and media companies including FaroTV and Atizo, Europe's pioneering crowdsourcing platform. He co-founded the Swiss Blockchain Federation and serves as Board Member and Chairman of its Expert Council, driving development of the global blockchain startup ecosystem.
Co-founder and CIO of CV VC with a 20-year career spanning international corporate banking and finance. He was a banker at JPMorgan Chase across multiple locations and previously provided M&A and corporate finance advisory to the chemical industry across EMEA. He has founded multiple startups and holds an MBA from East Carolina University.
Chief Commercial Officer at CV VC who previously served as Head of Investments, growing the portfolio to over 75 investments and launching four new funds. He brings a decade of investment management experience from J.P. Morgan and previously managed assets at a Boston-based firm, while serving as board director and advisor to multiple technology companies.
Involved in building CV VC from inception, he is an expert in blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web3, entrepreneurship, and venture capital investing. With over 10 years of international professional experience, he has worked in finance and strategy roles at major institutions including Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, and LGT CP, and holds degrees from the University of St. Gallen.
A significant figure in the Crypto Valley ecosystem with a distinguished career in banking and technology at major Swiss and German institutions. He transitioned into blockchain as an entrepreneur and founding member of multiple crypto ventures, serves on the Board of the Crypto Valley Association, and is actively involved in academic research and education promoting blockchain adoption. He holds an MBA from Vienna University of Economics and Business with specialization in blockchain technologies.
An experienced marketing, events, and engagement manager with demonstrated expertise in B2B and B2C sectors. He specializes in project management, stakeholder engagement, customer service operations, and business development, with responsibility for coordinating CV Labs events and partnership initiatives.
Founder of a Swiss consulting firm RSNDL with 29 years in finance and over 5 years in digital assets. He advises startups in regenerative finance and digital art, bridging traditional and decentralized finance, was named Financial Services Ambassador for the GBBC in 2024, and has held roles at Deutsche Bank, Reuters, Pictet & Cie, J.P. Morgan, and Digivault.
An experienced fintech professional with expertise in crypto assets and blockchain. He spent two years as Head of Business Development and Partnerships for Binance Africa, playing an instrumental role in growth across the continent, and previously founded a crypto asset consultancy and co-founded a fintech consulting firm.
Joined the team after graduating with a BA in International Relations and Modern Languages from the University of Exeter. He brings marketing experience from the FMCG sector and is developing expertise in blockchain marketing strategies.
Serves as the first point of contact for customer inquiries and manages offers, contracts, hospitality, and customer satisfaction. She has a passion for bringing like-minded people together and previously drove projects for a Brazilian Women's Group across Europe and Latin America, speaks four languages, and is a University of St. Gallen graduate.
Began his apprenticeship in mediamatic at CV Labs after completing a preliminary design course at the Lucerne School of Art. He is developing design and implementation skills in blockchain marketing.
A fintech and Web3 expert with 25+ years in finance including senior roles at UBS. As founder of METI Advisory AG, he advises startups and arts ventures on digital finance, risk, and strategy. A Ph.D. economist and former Cambridge researcher, he is recognized among Switzerland's Top 30 Web3 voices and helped shape national DLT infrastructure, with METI recently named a top Digital Asset Service Provider in the Crypto Valley Top 50 Report.
Engaged in building and scaling CV Labs' technology and digital assets community through organizing flagship conferences and hubs. With prior experience in blockchain security supporting protocols and decentralized platforms, she launched Switzerland's first blockchain security initiative and has worked across China, the USA, Europe, and Latin America, speaking seven languages.
Leading all marketing efforts for CV Labs including public relations, digital presence, and social media strategy. Previously worked as a marketing manager at an independent sustainable fashion publication and holds a Master's degree in Marketing Management from Erasmus University Rotterdam and a Bachelor's in International Business Administration from University of Tilburg.
An investor and ecosystem builder serving as Head of Acceleration Investments at CV VC in Zug. He invests in early-stage startups, provides strategic guidance and capital access, built and scaled the CV Labs Accelerator, and has founded multiple successful ventures bringing firsthand entrepreneurial experience.
A qualified Chartered Accountant and CFA charterholder with education from University of Cape Town and professional development at Stanford, Columbia, and LSE. With 10 years of finance experience in investment banking, M&A, and private equity across London, New York, and South Africa, he focuses on deploying impact-led capital into technology and fintech businesses across Sub-Saharan Africa.
A veteran blockchain and crypto investor with a proven track record and deep technical understanding of blockchain technology. He built the blockchain practice at a major consultancy, led teams at an L1 startup, and bootstrapped his own eight-figure fund.
Based in Berlin with over a decade of experience building sustainable organizations and convening key stakeholders. Her 15+ years in consulting built an international network, and as a female founder and business angel, she focuses on circular economy and sustainability ventures while developing the CV Labs ecosystem in Germany.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does CV Labs invest at?
- CV Labs invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does CV Labs focus on?
- CV Labs focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Crypto & Web3.
- Where is CV Labs located?
- CV Labs is headquartered in Zug, CH.
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