Fabian Heilemann
Meet Fabian
Investor
Berlin, Germany
Fabian Heilemann is the Founder and CEO of AENU, a venture capital firm investing in Seed and Series A climate impact tech founders across Europe. He co-founded Forto, a leading digital freight forwarder, and Leaders for Climate Action, a community of entrepreneurs committed to combating climate change. With extensive experience in venture capital, he has held roles at Earlybird Venture Capital and is an ambassador for Founders Pledge, supporting entrepreneurs in philanthropic efforts.
Areas of activity:
Funding and Investment
About:
Fabian Heilemann is an influential entrepreneur and investor in the climate tech sector, currently serving as the Founder and CEO of AENU since 2022. AENU focuses on investing in Seed and Series A climate impact technology founders across Europe, driving systemic transformation in the venture capital ecosystem towards impact, accessibility, and stakeholder alignment in the context of #ImpactCapitalism.
Fabian co-founded Forto in 2016, establishing it as the leading digital freight forwarder in the EU, with over 750 team members and more than $500 million in capital raised. He also co-founded Leaders for Climate Action, a community of entrepreneurs advocating for effective climate legislation and collective action against climate change, representing over 130,000 employees and achieving significant CO2 savings.
In addition to these ventures, he served as a General Partner at Earlybird Venture Capital, where he focused on early-stage investments across various sectors, backing notable category leaders. As an ambassador for Founders Pledge, he encourages entrepreneurs to contribute a percentage of their exit proceeds to impactful social causes.
Fabian's entrepreneurial journey began with founding ChiChi-Company, a food truck business, and he has continued to impact the startup ecosystem through various ventures, including DailyDeal, which he led through significant growth and successful acquisitions. With over two decades of experience, Fabian remains dedicated to driving innovation and sustainability in business.
Involvement:
AENU
AENU is a venture capital firm focused on climate and social impact investments, supporting early-stage European startups in climate tech, particularly in energy transition and carbon economy. They prioritize sustainability, intentionality, and measurable COâ‚‚ reduction through investments. With a focus on founders in DACH, the UK, and Nordics, AENU takes a hands-on role in guiding companies toward scalable impact solutions.