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Markus Kainz

Angel Investor Austria ·Founded 2015

Overview

As the founder and CEO of Gateway Ventures, Markus Kainz leads Austria's largest network of startup investors, connecting over 4,000 investors with high-growth startups across Europe. With more than 15 years of experience as an entrepreneur and startup investor, he is dedicated to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of emerging companies. Gateway Ventures specializes in providing professional access to emerging startups in sectors such as digital economy, health, and sustainability. The firm has successfully financed over 40 startups with seed funding exceeding €30 million, focusing on solutions in business services, sustainability, and health. Markus is also an active business angel and startup mentor, sharing his knowledge and experience with other investors. He emphasizes the importance of learning from experienced business angels and advocates for professional startup investing and transparent knowledge transfer. His commitment to the startup ecosystem is further demonstrated through his participation in various accelerator and incubator programs, including those in Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia.

Investment Focus

Innovative business models
Scalable solutions
Strong founding teams
Clear market potential
Sustainable growth strategies

Portfolio Companies

ProductpineConntacPositive Carbontripmakery.comtimeBroFyrfeedStoryBox GmbHe-mobilioRetail.me GmbH

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What sectors does Markus Kainz invest in?

Markus Kainz invests in HealthTech, FoodTech, EdTech, FinTech, Health and Sustainability, and is based in Austria. Markus Kainz is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.