Picus Capital | Picus Venture Fund II
◆ Fund Size
$285M
◆ Check Size
◆ Location
Germany
◆ Portfolio
170 companies
◆ Activity
Statusactively investing
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◆ Investment Thesis
Picus employs a long-term, multi-stage investment strategy, partnering with founders and entrepreneurs from the earliest stages and continuing to support these companies through their growth journeys to IPO and beyond.
◆ About Picus Capital
Picus Capital manages Picus Venture Fund II, a €250M fund focused on a 'double-down' strategy that predominantly backs the firm's most promising early-stage portfolio companies while reserving capital for selective new investments in high-growth sectors. The firm leverages its global network and early-stage insights to support founders from ideation through growth stages, emphasizing long-term partnerships in technology-driven innovation. With offices worldwide, Picus targets breakout startups in a capital-constrained environment to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns.
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◆ Team
| Name | Title | Role | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abhijay Thacker | — | Investment Advisor | in |
| Alexander Kremer | Partner | — | |
| Alexander Samwer | General Partner, Founding Partner | Founding Partner | in |
| Anthony Hayhoe | — | Head of IR & Fundraising | in |
| Aurelia Tettenborn | — | Junior HR Manager | in |
| Cosima Paul | — | Investor | in |
| Darius Kahlert | — | Investor | in |
| Emilia Piegsa | — | Junior Executive Assistant | in |
| Emma Runge | — | HR Manager | in |
| Florian Reichert | Partner & Managing Director | Partner | in |
| Franz Hahn | — | General Counsel | in |
| Jay Patel | — | Investment Advisor | in |
| Jeremias Heinrich | General Partner, Founding Partner | Founding Partner | in |
| Julian Roeoes | Partner, Americas | Partner | in |
| Lucia Paskert | — | Partner | in |
| Sebastian Schaefer | Partner | — |
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◆ FAQ
What does Picus Venture Fund II invest in?
Picus Venture Fund II invests in Climate Tech, Fintech, Cloud Infrastructure, Generative AI and Cybersecurity at the growth, pre-seed and seed stages.
Which geographies does Picus Venture Fund II focus on?
Picus Venture Fund II focuses on global, and is headquartered in Germany.
What is Picus Venture Fund II's typical check size?
Picus Venture Fund II typically writes checks of $0.4M to $3M.
Which startups has Picus Venture Fund II backed?
Picus Venture Fund II has 2 tracked investments on Fusion42, including Tsuga and Kabilio.