Nico Schoenenberger

Nico Schoenenberger is a professional with a passion for connecting people and supporting early-stage founders in their journey to create groundbreaking companies.

With a background in Private Equity, corporate environments, and consulting, Nico discovered his preference for people-centric roles over Excel sheets and hierarchies. He values flexibility, ownership, and getting hands dirty in projects.

Currently, Nico serves as the first employee at 10x Founders, where he fulfills his passion by assisting early-stage founders. Outside of work, he enjoys playing soccer, running long distances, kayaking on white water, and caring for his pet turtles.

His educational background includes a Master of Science (MS) in Management & Technology from the Technical University of Munich, a Certificate in Business & Economics from Sciences Po, a Bachelor of Science (BS) also from the Technical University of Munich, and completion of his Abitur at Anna-Essinger-Gymnasium.

Nico has held various roles in organizations such as Early Stage Investor at 10x Founders, Business Development at FERNRIDE, Business Development Intern at MergerSpot, Investment Team Intern at HV Capital, Consulting Intern at goetzpartners, Co-Founder and Head of Strategy & Networks at The Consulting Academy Nairobi, Buy and Build Intern at AUCTUS Capital Partners AG, and Project Management Intern at Porsche AG.