Roman Kirsch

Overview

Roman Kirsch is a Berlin-based entrepreneur and investor specializing in the consumer internet and technology sectors. He has co-founded and invested in over 40 companies, including notable ventures such as enpal, Animoca Brands, Bending Spoons, and Wild Cosmetics. His investment focus spans seed to growth stages, primarily in European markets, with a portfolio that has attracted over $5 billion in follow-on capital and employs more than 10,000 people. In 2011, Kirsch founded Rapid Pioneers Group, a private holding company that co-founds and invests in technology companies globally, with a strong emphasis on consumer internet and SaaS businesses. The company's portfolio includes over 40 companies, with significant exits such as Casacanda (acquired by Fab.com), Amorelie (acquired by Pro7Sat1-Group), Fitvia (acquired by Dermapharm), and Wild Cosmetics (acquired by Unilever). Kirsch's entrepreneurial journey began at the age of 15 when he founded a souvenir shop in Hamburg. He later studied at the WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management and the London School of Economics, earning degrees in business administration and finance. His early ventures include Casacanda, a furniture company acquired by Fab.com, and Lesara, an online fashion retailer that expanded rapidly before filing for insolvency in 2018. Despite these challenges, Kirsch has maintained a strong track record in building and scaling consumer-focused technology companies across Europe.

Investment Focus

• Innovative business models
• Scalable growth potential
• Strong management teams
• European market focus
• Consumer internet and technology sectors

Portfolio Companies