Peter Richarz
Meet Peter
Investor
Cologne, Germany
Peter is a Founding Partner at Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures, one of Europe’s leading early-stage investment firms, where he has been instrumental in driving investments in emerging technology companies since 2014. He focuses on sectors such as Digital Health, Education, DeepTech, and Climate Tech/ESG, leveraging his extensive management expertise and international network to support portfolio companies. Peter is particularly interested in further exploring innovative solutions in the climate tech sector, aiming to drive sustainable advancements and address pressing environmental challenges.
Areas of activity:
Funding and Investment
About:
Peter is a Founding Partner at Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures (DvH Ventures), one of Europe’s premier early-stage investment firms, established in 2014. Based in Cologne, he plays a crucial role in shaping investment strategies focused on emerging technology companies across various sectors, including Digital Health, Education, DeepTech, and Climate Tech/ESG. Under his leadership, DvH Ventures not only provides financial backing but also offers portfolio companies invaluable management expertise and access to a vast international investor network.
Before his tenure at DvH Ventures, Peter served as Managing Director at Media Ventures GmbH and held key roles at several other firms. He is deeply committed to promoting sustainable advancements and actively seeks funding opportunities in the climate tech sector to address urgent environmental challenges. Through his work, Peter aims to foster innovation and support the development of impactful technologies that contribute to a sustainable future.
Involvement:
DVH VENTURES
Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures (DvH Ventures) is a leading early-stage investment firm based in Cologne, Germany, established in 2014. It specializes in funding emerging technology companies in sectors like Digital Health, Education, DeepTech, and Climate Tech/ESG. Beyond financial investment, DvH Ventures provides management expertise and access to a broad international investor network, along with a media-for-equity program for enhanced visibility.