Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Christian Winter is a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience in the technology and venture capital sectors. As the General Partner at Cusp Capital, he leverages his deep industry expertise and a robust network to identify and invest in promising startups across Europe.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the General Partner at Cusp Capital since 2021, Christian is responsible for leading the firm's investment strategy, deal sourcing, and portfolio management. He works closely with the firm's investment team to evaluate and execute on high-potential investment opportunities, with a focus on sectors such as enterprise software, fintech, and smart-home technologies.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Cusp Capital, Christian held various senior roles in the venture capital and startup ecosystem. He served as the CEO and Partner at Tengelmann Ventures from 2009 to 2020, where he was instrumental in building the firm's portfolio and expanding its global reach. During this time, he also served on the advisory boards of several successful startups, including IDAGIO, Masterplan.com, and COMPEON GmbH.
Earlier in his career, Christian co-founded Gatrixx AG, a technology startup, and held executive positions at IBM and Pironet NDH AG, where he gained valuable experience in client management, sales, and business development.
Academic Background
Christian holds an MBA in Business Administration from TU Dortmund University, where he specialized in various aspects of entrepreneurship and corporate strategy.
Areas of Expertise
- Venture capital and private equity investments
- Technology industry trends and emerging technologies
- Deal sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management
- Strategic advisory and business development
- Entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Christian has demonstrated a keen eye for identifying promising investment opportunities and a track record of driving value creation for his portfolio companies. His deep industry knowledge, extensive network, and strategic leadership have made him a respected figure in the European technology and venture capital landscape.
Conclusion
With his diverse background, extensive experience, and a proven ability to identify and nurture successful startups, Christian Winter is well-positioned to continue driving growth and innovation as the General Partner at Cusp Capital.
