Tim Schumacher

Overview

Tim Schumacher is a German entrepreneur and investor with a focus on online marketing and technology startups. He co-founded Sedo.com in 2001, the world's largest domain marketplace, and served as its CEO for over a decade. After selling Sedo, he became actively involved in various startups, including Eyeo (makers of Adblock Plus), Ecosia, Hitfox, Aklamio, Miomente, PiwikPro, BasicThinking, Home, Zolar, Joblift, and SaaS.group. He is also the chairman of Eyeo GmbH and co-founded the World Fund, Europe's largest climate tech venture capital firm. In 2020, he was recognized as the best German investor by the Bundesverband Deutsche Startups. As a business angel, Schumacher focuses on early-stage investments in technology-driven companies, particularly in sectors such as SaaS, AdTech, marketplaces, and deep tech. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting outstanding entrepreneurs and working closely with them to achieve mutual success. He has invested in companies like Ecosia, Zolar, Contractbook, Sastrify, Home, and Aklamio. Schumacher holds an MBA from the University of Cologne and studied entrepreneurship at the Stockholm School of Economics. He is also active on social media platforms, including Twitter, where he shares insights related to his investments and industry trends.

Investment Focus

• Technology-driven companies
• Early-stage startups
• Sectors: SaaS, AdTech, Marketplaces, Deep Tech
• Strong entrepreneurial teams
• Scalable business models
• Potential for international expansion
• Commitment to sustainability and social impact

Portfolio Companies