Our Team

Experts in start-up ecosystems across the globe with offices in Germany, USA and China.

Our investment team is deeply committed to working closely with start-ups, while also respecting their independence and allowing them to maintain their unique identity, entrepreneurial drive, agility, and business autonomy.

Our team is composed of seasoned investment professionals with extensive experience in the venture capital and chemical industries. Our Investment Managers are experts in their respective fields, with diverse backgrounds that include economics, chemistry, law, and finance.

Europe & Israel

Bernhard joined Evonik in 2012 to set-up the Venture Capital activities as Managing Director. He has been named in the GCV Powerlist of the top 100 heads of corporate venturing units for eight consecutive years ... MORE

Jens is our Investment Director with a sector focus on Cosmetic Solutions, Sustainability and Specialty Additives. He is located in Germany and also responsible for the region Scandinavia. ... MORE

Lars is our Investment Manager with a focus on Additive Manufacturing. He is located in Germany and responsible for the regions Israel, Portugal and Spain. ... MORE

Jonas is our Investment Manager responsible for financials and portfolio steering. He is located at our office in Germany. ... MORE

Wolfgang is our Investment Director with a sector focus on Sustainability, Circular Economy, Supply Chain Management, Finance and Cyber Security. He is located in Germany and responsible for the region France. ... MORE

Mark is our Investment Director with a sector focus on Sustainable Nutrition, Healthcare Solutions and Specialty Additives. ... MORE

Petra is our team assistants at Evonik Venture Capital. Prior to joining the team founding Evonik Venture Capital, Petra was assistant to Chief Innovation Officer of Evonik ... MORE

Asia

Erning is our Investment Director located in Shanghai, China and represents Evonik Venture Capital in the region Asia. ... MORE

Qi is our Investment Manager located in Shanghai, China. She supports the portfolio management as well as the screening, evaluation and execution of investment deals. ... MORE

Yilei is our Investment Manager located in Shanghai, China. She is responsible for regional activities in the APAC region. ... MORE

North America

Lutz is our Investment Director located in New Jersey with a sector focus on Healthcare Solutions, Sustainable Nutrition, and Cosmetic Solutions. ... MORE