HEARTFELT_
Venture capitalBerlin · Pre-Seed–Series A
Investment thesis
Heartfelt Capital backs exceptional founders at the earliest stage, focusing on the journey from 0 to 1 and reaching product-market fit. Operating across Europe and the US, the firm writes initial checks of roughly €100-400k and invests either solo or alongside other early backers, with follow-on capital available in subsequent rounds. Over the past decade it has been an initial investor in more than 300 startups across diverse industries, leveraging deep networks of entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and corporate customers in Europe. Its anchor investors include Axel Springer and Porsche, and its portfolio companies have gone on to raise from leading global funds.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 5 of 8 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×3Enterprise Software ×2Fintech ×2SaaS ×2Biotech ×1Cleantech ×1Climate Tech ×1Consumer ×1
HQs:Germany×2United Kingdom×1
Investments · 8 tracked
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Colossyan is an AI video platform that converts expert knowledge into personalized training and enablement videos without editing or production expertise.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechEnterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaSLondon, GB
Dominik Mate Kovacs(Founder)in
Co-investorsDay One CapitalEmerge EducationHeartfelt CapitalOktogon VenturesLAUNCHub Ventures
Greenlyte develops its LiquidSolar technology, which captures air, sunlight, and water to produce high-purity fuel feedstocks for synthetic (e-)fuels aimed at reaching cost parity with fossil fuels.
CleantechClimate TechEnergy
Co-investorsAuxxoCarbon Removal PartnersEarlybird Venture CapitalGGFGreen Generation FundHeartfelt Capital+1 more
getquin is a personal finance platform for tracking net worth, retirement planning, and wealth optimization, offering analytics, AI tools, and expert advice.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerFintech
Co-investorsGerman Media PoolHeartfelt CapitalHorizons Ventures
N26 is a digital bank offering investment services including cryptocurrency trading, stock and ETF trading, ready-made funds, and automated savings plans through its mobile app.
FintechBerlin, DE
Valentin Stalf(Co-Founder and Former Chief Executive Officer)inMaximilian Tayenthal(Co-Founder, Former Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer)inMarcus W. Mosen(CEO)
Co-investorsAllianz XArmada Investment AGAxel Springer Digital VenturesCoatue ManagementEarlybird DWES Management GmbH & Co. KGEarlybird Venture Capital+11 more
Qualifyze offers a centralized audit management platform for life sciences supply chains, letting quality and procurement teams plan, execute, and track supplier GxP audits globally with integrated CAPA tracking.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechEnterprise SoftwareHealthtechSaaS
Co-investorsAuxxoCherry VenturesHeartfelt CapitalInsight PartnersHV Capital
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesGCT · marketbeat.com · Aug 19, 2026
N26 · tech.eu · Jun 25, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has HEARTFELT_ made?
- HEARTFELT_ has 8 tracked investments.
- What stage does HEARTFELT_ invest at?
- HEARTFELT_ invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is HEARTFELT_'s typical check size?
- HEARTFELT_ typically writes checks of $110K – $440K.
- What sectors does HEARTFELT_ focus on?
- HEARTFELT_ focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Biotech, Enterprise Software, Fintech, FoodTech, Healthtech, Media & Entertainment, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is HEARTFELT_ located?
- HEARTFELT_ is headquartered in Berlin, DE.
- Does HEARTFELT_ lead rounds?
- HEARTFELT_ typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
- Who does HEARTFELT_ co-invest with?
- HEARTFELT_ most often shares deals with Heartfelt Capital, Auxxo, Earlybird Venture Capital, among 24 tracked co-investors.
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