The University of Duisburg-Essen Mafia
9 people studied at University of Duisburg-Essen and went on to found or lead other companies.
Michael KometerDiplomaFounded Reconnect Labs +1Patric HellermannBachelor of Science (B.Sc.)Founded FoundamentalRolf SchroemgensBachelor's degreeFounded TrivagoLeo CavalcantiGerman as a Foreign LanguageFounded LinkanaAhsan KhanBachelor of Science - BSFounded TAGVlad KeilBachelor of Science - BSFounded LioArjun BhattaraiMaster of Science (M.Sc.)Founded VFlowTechRuth BiallowonsStaatsexamenFounded aescolabDr. Holger UllandDr.-Ing.Founded AM POLYMERS
Frequently asked questions
- What is the University of Duisburg-Essen mafia?
- The University of Duisburg-Essen mafia is the network of 9 people who studied at University of Duisburg-Essen and went on to found or lead other companies, including Reconnect Labs, Foundamental, Trivago, Linkana, TAG.
- Who is in the University of Duisburg-Essen mafia?
- Notable members include Michael Kometer (Reconnect Labs), Patric Hellermann (Foundamental), Rolf Schroemgens (Trivago), Leo Cavalcanti (Linkana), Ahsan Khan (TAG), Vlad Keil (Lio), Arjun Bhattarai (VFlowTech), Ruth Biallowons (aescolab), among 9 tracked members.
- What companies did University of Duisburg-Essen alumni found?
- Companies founded by University of Duisburg-Essen alumni include Reconnect Labs, Foundamental, Trivago, Linkana, TAG, Lio, VFlowTech, aescolab, AM POLYMERS.







