FAQ — Beyer Ventures GmbH

Question 1

What does Beyer Ventures GmbH do?

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Three things, all with the same style — skin in the game, patient capital, long-term ownership: seed and pre-seed angel investments in startups, real estate investments with a long-term lens, and business succession.

Question 2

Is Beyer Ventures a venture capital fund?

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No. Beyer Ventures GmbH is an investment company and venture capital firm. We invest our own capital, not third-party fund money — which is exactly why we can decide fast and stay long.

Question 3

Who is behind Beyer Ventures GmbH?

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André Beyer — entrepreneur, investor, and operator in Berlin — is the sole owner and managing director. The company carries his experience across building, leading, and investing in companies.

Question 4

Are you based in Berlin?

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Yes. Berlin is home — our network, our deals, and much of what we do are anchored here. We invest and work internationally.

Question 5

Do you offer consulting or agency services?

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No. Beyer Ventures is an investment company, not a services company. We invest our own capital and take ownership of outcomes — we don't sell consulting, agency work, or fundraising support. If you're building or selling something that fits, we'd rather invest than invoice.

Question 6

What stages do you invest in?

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Pre-seed and seed. Our first checks typically range from EUR 25,000 to EUR 200,000, and we keep follow-on capacity for the companies we back. We invest selectively and back people first, slides second.

Question 7

What sectors do you focus on?

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Vertical AI, agentic systems, and automation infrastructure are the spaces we understand best. That said, conviction and technical depth matter more than the sector label — if the founder clearly owns the problem, we want to talk.

Question 8

Do you invest outside your focus sectors?

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Yes, when the founder and the problem are compelling. Sector focus reflects where we can add the most value, not a hard filter. If you clearly own your problem and are making real progress, reach out regardless of the label.

Question 9

How do we pitch?

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A short honest note about what you're building and where you are beats a polished deck. If the fit is mutual, we talk — no sales process, no deck requirement. Pitch via the startup form on /startups or contact@beyerventures.com.

Question 10

What should my pitch include?

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The essentials: what you're building, why you're the one to build it, and where you are right now — shipped work, traction, or technical depth. What it doesn't need to include: a polished deck. A few honest paragraphs are enough to start.

Question 11

What happens after I pitch?

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If there's a fit, we reply and set up one or two conversations. If the energy is there, we move to a decision — usually within weeks. If it's not a fit, we tell you directly and honestly instead of leaving you with a polite maybe.

Question 12

Do you only invest in Berlin?

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No. Berlin is home — our network and much of what we do are anchored here — but we invest internationally. If the fit is mutual, geography is not the blocker.

Question 13

How fast do you decide?

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Fast. First checks usually land within weeks, not quarters. We keep the process lean on purpose — a short note, one or two conversations, and a decision.

Question 14

Do you take board seats?

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Selectively, yes. We bring an operator's perspective, not just a check — where it genuinely helps, we take an active role. Where it doesn't, we stay hands-off and helpful.

Question 15

What do founders get besides capital?

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Honest, direct feedback — no polite maybe. A network of founders, operators, and investors across Berlin and internationally. And an owner who stays for the long run, with follow-on capacity.

Question 16

Do you invest in real estate?

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Yes. We invest directly in real estate with a long-term, value-oriented approach and a technology lens — data-driven evaluation, professional operation, and structured exits. Focus: Berlin and Germany.

Question 17

What kind of real estate do you invest in?

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Direct investments in residential and commercial properties, including value-add and development projects. What they share: a long-term, value-oriented horizon and places where active management and a technology lens create real value. See Real estate.

Question 18

I want to sell a property — can I reach out?

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Yes. If you have a property or project that fits our approach — or one you'd like to sell — send us a short note via the contact form on /contact or contact@beyerventures.com and we'll get back to you.

Question 19

What is business succession?

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We continue established companies whose owners are transitioning out — we take over and carry them forward with the team, the customers, and the values intact. Continuity, not liquidation.

Question 20

Which companies do you take over?

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Established SMEs in Germany with a proven track record and a strong team and customer base — across industries, with a focus on tech-enabled businesses. We acquire directly or via a share deal. See Business succession.

Question 21

What does the succession process look like?

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A clear, structured process with full transparency: a confidential first conversation, thorough due diligence, a fair valuation and clean structure, then a structured handover. You always know where things stand.

Question 22

What happens to my team and customers?

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They stay. Succession here means continuity, not liquidation — your team, your customers, and what you built are carried forward, not dismantled. That is the point of handing over to us instead of closing down.

Question 23

Do you work with co-investors or partners?

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Yes. Co-investments and collaborations are welcome — select "Partnership" in the contact form on /contact and tell us what you have in mind.

Question 24

How fast do you respond to enquiries?

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We aim to get back to you within one business day — pitch, property, succession, or anything else.

Question 25

How do we get in touch?

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contact@beyerventures.com, the contact form on this site, or warm introductions from people we trust — the strongest signal there is.

Question 26

How is my data handled?

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In line with the GDPR: we collect only what we need to handle your enquiry, never sell it, and you can request deletion at any time. Details are in the Privacy Policy.

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