Joerg Rheinboldt

Joerg Rheinboldt is a prominent figure in the venture capital and startup ecosystem. He is the General Partner at HEARTFELT_, a venture capital fund he co-founded with Henric.1 In addition to his role at HEARTFELT_, Rheinboldt serves as the Managing Director at APX Axel Springer Porsche.1

Professional Background

Rheinboldt is an accomplished entrepreneur and investor with a passion for building ideas and companies.1 His experience spans various aspects of the startup ecosystem:

• Venture Capital: As the General Partner at HEARTFELT_, Rheinboldt leads investments in early-stage startups across Europe.1
• Accelerator Management: He has been instrumental in the success of APX, where he and his team invested in 184 companies over five years.1
• Portfolio Development: Rheinboldt has expertise in nurturing and supporting portfolio companies, which led to the creation of HEARTFELT_.1

HEARTFELT_ Venture Fund

In May 2023, Rheinboldt announced the official launch of HEARTFELT_, a venture capital fund focused on early-stage investments.1 Key aspects of the fund include:

• Backing: Axel Springer and Porsche are anchor investors, with over 40 Limited Partners (LPs) participating in the initial closing.1
• Investment Strategy: HEARTFELT_ aims to be the first investor for outstanding teams in Europe, targeting very early-stage valuations.1
• Team: Rheinboldt co-founded the fund with Henric, and they brought on Daniela, Onur, and Teddy as partners.1

Investment Philosophy

Rheinboldt and HEARTFELT_ are committed to:

• Supporting innovation and ambitious dreams
• Creating value alongside founders
• Investing in promising teams, with a goal of making a new investment each week1

Joerg Rheinboldt's LinkedIn profile showcases his role as a connector and supporter in the startup ecosystem, frequently sharing updates about HEARTFELT_, investment opportunities, and startup events.2345