Prof. Dr. Stephan Stubner

Overview

Prof. Dr. Stephan Stubner is a distinguished German business angel and academic, renowned for his expertise in strategic management and digital entrepreneurship. He has been a professor and chairholder at the HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management since 2013, where he also served as dean from 2017 to 2023. Prior to his academic career, Stubner co-founded several successful online startups, including Ciao.com and trivago, contributing significantly to the European internet industry. As an active business angel, Stubner has invested in over 30 startups, focusing on early-stage companies across various sectors. His investment strategy emphasizes a hands-on approach, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance to entrepreneurs. He is a co-founder and managing partner of Monkfish Equity GmbH, a Leipzig-based firm that bridges the gap between business angels and traditional venture capital firms. Additionally, Stubner is a founding member of KFLT Angels, a network of business angels supporting innovative startups. Stubner's academic and professional achievements have been recognized with several awards, including 'Best Lecturer' at the CEMS Program in 2013 and 'Best Lecturer' at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management in 2010/2011. He holds a habilitation in management from HHL and has been involved in various advisory roles, such as serving on the advisory board of futureSAX, the business plan competition of the Free State of Saxony. His extensive experience and commitment to fostering entrepreneurship have made him a respected figure in both academic and startup communities.

Investment Focus

• Innovative business models
• Scalable growth potential
• Strong founding team
• Clear market differentiation
• Sustainable competitive advantage

Portfolio Companies