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About Investor

Markus Kahlbetzer functions as a General Partner at Side Stage Ventures, directing his investments toward Food and Beverage, AgTech, Real Estate/PropTech, ClimateTech/CleanTech, Consumer Internet, Direct-to-Consumer (DTC), Gig Economy, Marketplaces, SaaS, and FinTech companies during Pre-seed and Seed stages, with typical investment amounts ranging from $250K to $750K. His professional background as Founder/CEO at BridgeLane Ventures and Director & Founder of various startups demonstrates his entrepreneurial approach to venture capital. Kahlbetzer has established himself as a supporter of founders with previous experience, female entrepreneurs, and diverse founding teams. His investment strategy emphasizes early-stage companies developing innovative solutions across multiple consumer and enterprise sectors. Kahlbetzer's portfolio reflects his broad interest in technologies that transform traditional industries and create new market opportunities.