Erich Sieber

Erich Sieber is a prominent figure in the venture capital and food technology sectors, currently serving as the Founding General Partner of PeakBridge VC.1 Here's an overview of his background and accomplishments:

Professional Experience

Erich Sieber founded PeakBridge in 2018, positioning it as an expert in venture funds for FoodTech.1 The company manages over €200 million in assets and invests in scalable proprietary B2B technologies for the food value chain, from seed to series B stages.1

Prior to founding PeakBridge, Sieber had an extensive career in the food and investment industries:

• Nestlé: He spent 17 years (2001-2018) as a Partner at Nestlé's corporate venture funds, managing Swiss and Asian offices for their €750 million funds-of-one focused on life sciences, nutrition, and wellness ventures.1

• Marketing and Sales: From 1994 to 2000, Sieber held various international management positions at Nestlé, including roles in Switzerland and Asia.1

Education and Skills

Sieber's educational background is diverse and international:

• LL.M. from the University of Geneva
• Tri-lingual MBA from ESCP Europe
• B.A. from the University of St. Gallen (HSG)
• Executive development at IMD

He is proficient in French, English, and German, with full professional fluency in the first two and native proficiency in German.1

Additional Roles and Achievements

• Board Member of EIT Food CLC South from 2019 to 20221
• Project Manager at the World Economic Forum (1992-1994)1
• Investment Manager at the German Federal Ministry of Finance (1991-1992)1

Recognition

In 2014, VelleOats, a portfolio company managed and chaired by Sieber, was selected as a Global Growth Company by the World Economic Forum, recognizing its potential to become a leader in the global economy.1

Erich Sieber's extensive experience in corporate venture capital, coupled with his expertise in the food technology sector, has positioned him as a key player in the FoodTech investment landscape.