Andrea Böhmert

Andrea Böhmert is the Managing Partner of SBI Ventures Europe, a venture capital firm that serves as the European investment arm of the Japanese financial conglomerate SBI Holdings.12 With over 20 years of experience in venture capital, Andrea has built an impressive track record in the industry.3

Professional Background

Before joining SBI Ventures Europe in 2023, Andrea spent 29 years in South Africa, where she:

• Built a 20-year track record in venture capital, managing four funds with over 40 investments1
• Served as a Partner at Knife Capital, a South African-based Venture Capital Fund, for 12 years4
• Founded and co-managed Hasso Plattner Ventures Africa, securing initial funding from SAP co-founder Professor Hasso Plattner2

Throughout her career, Andrea has led or co-led more than 30 investments in early-growth stage technology companies, helping them evolve from local players to international leaders.23

Current Role and Focus

At SBI Ventures Europe, Andrea:

• Manages the European investment activities of the SBI group and its 21 CVC funds1
• Focuses on investing in superior technologies provided by passionate teams in Europe2
• Aims to help portfolio companies access global markets2
• Is pioneering a new VC fund aimed at addressing challenges and opportunities posed by demographic shifts in Europe1

Education and Expertise

Andrea holds:

• A master's degree in Commerce from RWTH Aachen, Germany2
• An MBA from Henley Business School, UK2

She is known for her hands-on involvement with portfolio companies, leveraging her extensive knowledge, experience, and network to drive success.2

Personal Interests

Andrea is passionate about tech startups and the way they challenge the status quo.5 She particularly enjoys the business-building aspect that venture capital can accelerate.5