Fundraising FoxEstag Capital
Venture capitalBerlin · Pre-Seed–Series B · 3 people tracked
Find your way into Estag Capital
Investment thesis
estag Capital is a Berlin-based private equity/venture capital firm investing risk capital into young, high-potential companies and ideas, with a particular focus on renewable energy/cleantech, Web 2.0, and gaming. Through seed and early-stage financing combined with a network of experts, the firm supports young entrepreneurs and startups from inception onward in executing their promising business models. estag positions itself as a capital provider, financing partner, and advisor across all entrepreneurial activities.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 27, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 9 of 22 portfolio companiesMedia & Entertainment ×5Energy ×2Mobility & Transportation ×2AdTech ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Cleantech ×1Consumer ×1Digital Health ×1
HQs:Germany×2United Kingdom×1United States×1South Africa×1
Investments · 22 tracked
founders shown can be your intro path
ChargePoint provides networked electric vehicle charging infrastructure and management software for company vehicle fleets and motor pools.
EnergyHardwareIoTLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationSaaSCampbell, US
Richard Lowenthal(Director)inPasquale Romano(Executive Officer, Director)inAntonio Canova(Executive Officer)Jonathan Kaplan(Executive Officer)Richard "Rick" Wilmer(President and Chief Executive Officer, Director)
BoardNeil Suslak(Director)in
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investorsBMW i VenturesBraemar Energy VenturesClearvision VenturesConstellation Technology VenturesF4 VenturesMadison Parker Capital+12 more
ChargePoint designs and deploys EV charging hardware, software, and services for organizations, fleet operators, and charging network businesses.
CleantechEnergyMobility & Transportation
Rick Wilmer(President and Chief Executive Officer, Director)in
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investorsLinse Capital
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Brainient is a UK-based video advertising technology company.
Media & Entertainment
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investors500 GlobalArts AllianceCredo Ventures
City Slicker operates a safari and wildlife tourism booking platform, offering accommodation at game lodges across southern African reserves for visitors seeking wildlife viewing experiences and luxury accommodations.
MarketplacesTravel & HospitalitySouth Africa, ZA
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
DT is a growth platform connecting advertisers, app developers, and device partners across the mobile ecosystem to optimize targeting and drive measurable outcomes for mobile marketing campaigns.
AdTechMarketing TechMedia & Entertainment
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investorsGerman Startups GroupNGP CapitalTarget Global
GameGenetics is a gaming news and information platform that aggregates verified gaming deals, discount tracking, redemption codes, cheats, and optimization guides across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, PC, and mobile ecosystems.
ConsumerGamingMedia & Entertainment
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investorsTarget Partners
Gründerszene is a German-language online media outlet covering startups, the tech industry, and the digital economy.
Media & Entertainment
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Leading iPhone, iPod, iPad and Mac repair provider in the South African market.
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Premium flower delivery service for business customers; acquired by BLUME2000 in 2017.
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investorsVenture Stars
Netzathleten is a German-language online sports and fitness magazine publishing articles on topics such as running, training, recovery, nutrition supplements, and sports events.
Media & EntertainmentSports TechWellness & Fitness
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investorsVenture Stars
Platform for reading specialist books online for free.
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Seedcamp is a London-based seed fund founded in 2007 that backs European founders at the pre-seed and seed stage.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtech
Jonathan Swerdlin(Co-founder and CEO)inMark Hyman(Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder)inPranitha Patil(Chief Business Officer)inSeth Weisfeld(Chief Design Officer)in
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Co-investorsAndreessen HorowitzRedpoint VenturesAnthemis Venturebacktrace capitalFirestartrIndex Ventures+6 more
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Cape Town-based developer of large solar and wind parks in South Africa (later exited to Tozzigroup).
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Timesulin was a product from parent company Patients Pending; the company is being discontinued.
John Sjolund(Founder)in
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
PartnerDr. Karoly Horvath· solo GP
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
888SAM AGCoulomb TechnologiesMangirKartWorld Funds GmbH
Exits · 3
2 IPOs · 1 acquisitionsCharge PointNYSE: CHPTChargePointNYSE: CHPTNetzathleten Mediaacq. by RTL
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesSeedcamp · eu-startups.com · Jun 22, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Estag Capital made?
- Estag Capital has 22 tracked investments, 3 of which have exited.
- What stage does Estag Capital invest at?
- Estag Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What is Estag Capital's typical check size?
- Estag Capital typically writes checks of $20K – $300K.
- What sectors does Estag Capital focus on?
- Estag Capital focuses on AdTech, Cleantech, Energy, Gaming, Mobility & Transportation.
- Where is Estag Capital located?
- Estag Capital is headquartered in Berlin, DE.
- Does Estag Capital lead rounds?
- Yes, Estag Capital leads investment rounds.
- Who does Estag Capital co-invest with?
- Estag Capital most often shares deals with Venture Stars, BMW i Ventures, Index Ventures, among 30 tracked co-investors.
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