Nico Hemmann

SCB is a venture capital investment manager focused on the Dortmund region. The firm provides early-stage financing to innovative technology-oriented businesses. They favor startups which are already operating, and avoid proof-of-concept financing. Their investment criteria include a sustainable competitive advantage, a clear and visible exit strategy, and a competent management team holding a significant stake in the business. SCB co-invests up to EUR 500 thousand in direct equity usually complemented with mezzanine financing, and acquires minority interests. Their targeted exit horizon is five to ten years. SCB is a hands-on investor. The firm's development strategy for their portfolio companies includes leveraging an extensive network of expertise within regional technology clusters. They invest in sectors including biomedicine, bioinformatics, proteomics, bio-microstructure technology, microsystems and nanotechnology.

Operates as a medical device company which develops valve repair system

S-VCD is a venture capital investment manager focused on the Dortmund region. The firm invests in innovative early- and expansion-stage businesses with high growth potential, as well as in corporate spinoffs. They focus on sectors including IT, software, robotics, micro- and nano-technology, biotechnology, medical technology, environmental technology, alternative energy, communications and logistics. S-VCD provides capital to finance R&D, the set-up of production facilities, market launch and expansion. The firm co-invests up to EUR 1 million per company, or up to EUR 500 thousand in the case of a startup. They leverage the capabilities and government connections of their Sparkasse parent to provide a wide range of support services to their portfolio companies.