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Florian Forstmann

Investor

Angel at Expedite Ventures

Berlin, Germany

Writes $5K – $50K checks · typically $25K

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About

Florian Forstmann is a serial entrepreneur focused on technology-based business models. In 1999 he founded myToys.de GmbH, a European eCommerce company serving young families, and later built two healthcare businesses before returning to lead myToys. He holds a degree in business and economics from WHU and an MPA from Harvard University.

Invests in

E-commerce

Experience

  1. ZukunftMoorCo-Foundercurrent2021 — present
  2. Expedite VenturesAngel Investorcurrent2020 — presentInternet
  3. Albatross VenturesManaging Directorcurrent2007 — presentBerlin, Germany
  4. MYTOYS GROUPManaging Director2015 — 2020Berlin Area, Germany
  5. MYTOYS GROUPFounder1999 — 2020
  6. MYTOYS GROUPBoard Observer2002 — 2015
  7. MYTOYS GROUPManaging Director1999 — 2002Berlin Area, Germany
  8. hub:raumMentor2012 — 2018Berlin Area, Germany
  9. myPharmacy GroupCo-CEO2006 — 2010Munich Area, Germany
  10. Mail order PharmacyCo-Founder2003 — 2004Munich Area, Germany
  11. Booz Allen & HamiltonSenior Consultant1996 — 1999Munich Area, Germany

Skills & more

E-commerce29Entrepreneurship21Start-ups20Business Strategy17Management Consulting12Project Management10Online Advertising8Management6Strategy9Retail4Business Development4Product Development4
+11 moreLeadershipStrategic PlanningReorganisationFinanceBusiness PlanningAnalyticsFinancial AccountingBudgetsToysMergers & AcquisitionsNegotiation

Languages Afrikaans · English · French · German

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Investments

Investor

Vendis.ai

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Florian Forstmann?
Florian Forstmann is a serial entrepreneur focused on technology-based business models. In 1999 he founded myToys.de GmbH, a European eCommerce company serving young families, and later built two healthcare businesses before returning to lead myToys. He holds a degree in business and economics from WHU and an MPA from Harvard University.
Where does Florian Forstmann work?
Florian Forstmann is Angel at Expedite Ventures.
What does Florian Forstmann invest in?
Florian Forstmann invests in E-commerce.
What check size does Florian Forstmann write?
Florian Forstmann typically writes checks of $5K – $50K.
What companies has Florian Forstmann invested in?
Investments tracked here include Vendis.ai.
Where did Florian Forstmann go to school?
Florian Forstmann studied at Harvard Kennedy School (Master of Public Administration (MPA)); WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management (MBA (Dipl.Kfm.), Business).

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