Simon Capital
Venture capitalDüsseldorf · Seed–Series A · 5 people tracked
Investment thesis
Simon Capital invests in mission-driven founders reshaping their industries with innovative business models and disruptive products aimed at building a sustainable future. Its thesis spans three themes: Consumption — B2B and B2C innovations that make feeding the planet more efficient, healthy, and sustainable; Wellbeing — scientific and digital solutions improving mental and physical health and living standards; and Productivity — digital solutions and product experiences that disrupt analog businesses and streamline complex processes. Rooted in an entrepreneurial family heritage and backed by a renowned German family business, the firm provides capital plus access to networks and industrial know-how, committing to founders from Seed to Series A and beyond.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team · 5 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 29 of 32 portfolio companiesConsumer ×11Direct to Consumer ×8FoodTech ×7SaaS ×7AI & Machine Learning ×5Climate Tech ×5Biotech ×4E-commerce ×4
HQs:Germany×13United Kingdom×1
Investments · 32 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathDeutsche Sanierungsberatung provides energy efficiency consulting for German homeowners, including on-site building assessments, individual renovation roadmaps (iSFP), and help applying for state subsidies (KfW, BAFA).
CleantechEnergyPropTechBerlin, DE
Adam Khenissi(Founder)Niclas Kern(Founder)Sebastian Schmidt(Founder)
Co-investorsFoodLabsSaxoventIBB VenturesVERBUND X VenturesVireo Ventures
Eternal builds autonomous robots powered by AI for greenhouse farming, designed to handle labor-intensive tasks like harvesting so growers can produce fresh food year-round.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningRobotics
Co-investorsOyster Bay Venture Capital
Hello Inside offers a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) sensor paired with an app that gives women real-time data on blood sugar, along with AI meal tracking, a face-scan biomarker check, personalized scores, and guided programs.
Digital HealthFemTechWellness & Fitness
Co-investorsVerge HealthTech Fund10x FoundersVerge Fund
HOLY is a beverage brand that produces syrup-based drinks and branded merchandise for a community-driven "Squad" of consumers.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechBerlin, DE
MatzePhilippFrediMathias Horsch(Founder)in
Co-investorsFELIX CAPITALFoodLabsHoltzbrinck VenturesHV CapitalLeft Lane CapitalV3 Ventures+5 more
Infinite Roots cultivates mycelium (mushroom roots) via liquid fermentation using natural side streams such as brewers' spent grain, turning it into protein-, fiber-, and vitamin-rich culinary ingredients.
BiotechCircular EconomyClimate TechFoodTechHamburg, DE
Mazen
Co-investorsFoodLabsJoyance PartnersUnruly CapitalClay CapitalHappiness Capitalredalpine
Just Spices sells spice blends and mixes made from natural ingredients without artificial additives, developed by chefs, through its online shop.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Co-investorsFive Seasons VenturesCoefficient Capital
Liria operates a safety monitoring platform designed to detect and mitigate risks in human-machine interactions across industries including mobility.
Deep TechIoTSaaS
Lyre's produces non-alcoholic spirits and drinks made with natural flavors, formulated to be low in calories and sugar while mimicking classic alcoholic beverages.
ConsumerDirect to Consumer
Co-investorsFuturecraft Ventures
doctorly offers a cloud-based practice management system (PVS) for medical practices, supporting features like KV quarterly billing, eRezept and eAU, patient record management, and device integration via GDT.
Digital HealthHealthtechSaaSBerlin, DE
Sebastian L.(Founder)in
Co-investorsHorizons VenturesManta Ray VenturesTarget Global
MicroHarvest produces protein through natural fermentation of microorganisms, generating high-quality protein from raw materials within 24 hours.
BiotechClimate TechFoodTech
Co-investorsAstanor VenturesFaberFoodLabsGrey Silo Ventures
Mighty makes plant-based milk alternatives, including pea and oat drinks, oat milk powders in various flavors, and children's drinks, sold directly to consumers online with a subscription option.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Mitte Home is a water filtration, mineralization, and carbonation system for home use that transforms tap water into filtered, mineralized, and carbonated beverages.
Circular EconomyHardwareGermany, DE
Co-investorsDanone Manifesto Venture
Co-investorsGrey Silo VenturesTechFounders
Naughty Nuts is a German brand that produces organic nut butters, spreads, and related snacks such as granola, waffle bars, and fruit cookies made from natural ingredients.
Direct to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTech
BenLorenz
Pacifico Biolabs produces mycelium-based meat alternatives (branded Viando), starting with a chicken alternative made from fermented fungi, for food manufacturers and food service chains.
BiotechClimate TechFoodTech
Co-investorsExceptional VenturesFoodLabsStray Dog Capital
Razor Group operates a portfolio of e-commerce brands, handling global procurement, supply chain, and logistics as well as acquiring and scaling online consumer product companies.
ConsumerE-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainBerlin, DE
Tushar Ahluwalia(Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer)Shrestha Chowdhury(Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer)inDr. Oliver Dlugosch(Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer)Christoph Felix Gamon(Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer)inTushar A.(Founder)inMaximilian Biller(Chief Executive Officer)
Co-investorsAlstin CapitalCoastCapLatin LeapUpper90468 CapitalPresight Capital+1 more
Sanity Group manufactures and distributes cannabinoid-based pharmaceutical products under the avaay Medical brand across European markets, including medical cannabis.
HealthtechMedical DevicesBerlin, DE
Co-investorsCasa Verde CapitalCherry VenturesFoodLabsGerman Media PoolTq Ventures Llcredalpine
Sastrify offers an AI-based software management platform that discovers software tools in use, tracks licenses and renewals, benchmarks contract pricing, and automates compliance documentation.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Co-investorsEndeit CapitalFirstMark CapitalReimann InvestorsTriplePoint Capital
SenseUP develops dsRNA-based biopesticides as an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides, aimed at helping farmers protect crops from pests and pathogens.
AgTechBiotechClimate TechCologne, DE
Georg Schaumann(Founder & CEO)in
Co-investorsCheck24 Ventures
TukToro makes a connected dice cup paired with a free ad-free app that turns early math learning—counting through multiplication and division—into interactive games with real-time feedback.
ConsumerEdTechHardware
Co-investorsAngel InvestDvH Ventures
Co-investorsHeartfelt Capital
Vox AI provides a voice AI platform that delivers a consistent branded voice experience across customer touchpoints, with purpose-built solutions for restaurant ordering (drive-thru, phone, in-store) that handle complex orders, noise, and accents in real-world conditions.
AI & Machine LearningSaaS
Waterdrop makes sugar-free hydration cubes that dissolve in still or sparkling water, adding flavor from natural extracts and vitamins to encourage water consumption.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & Fitness
Co-investorsPalm Tree Crew Investments
Wild Earth manufactures plant-based dog food formulated to meet nutritional standards while reducing environmental impact compared to traditional meat-based pet food.
Circular EconomyConsumerFoodTechHealthtech
Co-investorsAt One VenturesBabel VenturesBig Idea VenturesCivilization Ventures Management, LlcMaC Venture CapitalOssian Capital+2 more
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesDeutsche Sanierungsberatung · tech.eu · Jul 27, 2026
Pacifico Biolabs · pulse2.com · May 31, 2026
Holy · spectrumnews1.com · Dec 2, 2025
Razor Group · claret-capital.com · Oct 22, 2025
Ordio · thesaasnews.com · Jul 15, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Simon Capital made?
- Simon Capital has 31 tracked investments.
- What stage does Simon Capital invest at?
- Simon Capital invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Simon Capital's typical check size?
- Simon Capital typically writes checks of $540K – $10.8M.
- What sectors does Simon Capital focus on?
- Simon Capital focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Climate Tech, Consumer, Digital Health, Direct to Consumer, FoodTech, Healthtech, Media & Entertainment, Retail Tech, Robotics, SaaS, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is Simon Capital located?
- Simon Capital is headquartered in Düsseldorf, DE.
- Does Simon Capital lead rounds?
- Simon Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
- Who does Simon Capital co-invest with?
- Simon Capital most often shares deals with FoodLabs, Grey Silo Ventures, Holtzbrinck Ventures, among 47 tracked co-investors.
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Co-investors · 3
Angel Invest is an early-stage 'super angel' fund based in Berlin that invests in roughly 75 startups per year with typical checks of €125k, coaching each founder for at least a year.
Future Energy Ventures (FEV) is a venture capital firm investing in founders building the future energy system through electrification, software, and digital infrastructure.
CFH Management provides equity capital and know-how to start-ups and mid-sized companies in Saxony, Germany, supporting technology financing for founders as well as growth financing and succession solutions for established businesses.
Firms observed investing alongside Simon Capital, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with Simon Capital's recorded portfolio.
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