MOTU VENTURES is a Berlin-based seed fund focused on building lean startups and boosting talented entrepreneurs. We specialize in first round financing of seed stage companies. Leveraging our network and experience, we support our portfolio companies from their early stage and we accelerate them as active investor.
Our focus in digital technology reflects our belief in the disruptive potential of innovative software; tools that the global economy will continue to need to improve its efficiency. As a result, innovative tech companies have the potential to shape the future and promise attractive returns.
MOTU: Endless water flowing along channels through reef gardens in Polynesia nourish the coral to the extent that they grow above the surface of the water creating islets capable of sustaining vegetation, called Motu. Like the energetic currents that form these oceanic islets, Motu Ventures nourishes business ideas to break through the clutter and sustain growth – making the tide rich with capital to flow back to investors.
Dr. Philipp Semmer, MBA
Former Partner@Hogan Lovells
Business Angel for several years
Dr. Karsten Stein
Startup@Y2K, Investor
VC and Private Equity
Wolf von Trotha
Former Consultant@Roland Berger
Private Equity
Michael Schmitt
Former Engineering Director@Google
Business Angel for several years
Managing Director
Dr. Philipp Semmer, Dr. Karsten Stein
