Our approach
Our Mission
Our vision is to improve the future to make it more livable and sustainable. We achieve this by supporting innovative startups and jointly developing solutions for the challenges of tomorrow. We strive to be an enabler of positive change and to shape a world where every investment makes a meaningful contribution for generations to come.
Our Vision
Our mission is to strengthen and inspire startups by not only providing capital, but also actively contributing to the content. We are looking for companies that not only seek short-term profit, but also want to have a long-term impact on society and the environment.
What we are looking for
— Collaborate with start-ups and ventures
to shape a better and sustainable future together.
Opportunities for joint growth
We are looking for businesses that complement our core business of coffee, coffee preparation or household products, or that offer a useful addition.
We have a strong focus on changing consumer needs and emerging technologies. Our focus is on identifying opportunities that create added value for the future through new technologies, innovative business models or products.
What we OFFER
More than just capital - we offer partnership
At Next Generation Ventures, we offer more than just capital – we offer a partnership based on collaboration, support and shared success. Our goal is to create real value and promote sustainable growth on both sides.
- Customer access
- Network
- Partnering
- Sparring
Through our established brands, such as Melitta, Toppits and Swirl, we offer start-ups access to a wide range of customer touchpoints.
Our extensive internal and external network of experts is available to our start-ups to support them with various issues.
Under the venture client approach, we go beyond traditional investments. We support start-ups as a strategic partner and make our infrastructure available to enable joint growth.
Our experts are happy to share their knowledge and experience with our start-ups. We offer regular sparrings in which start-ups can benefit from experience and know-how.
The Team
Experience meets commitment
Our team acts as a reliable bridge between start-ups and the Melitta Group. Thanks to our many years of expertise in M&A and investment processes, we have the necessary expertise to ensure successful transactions. Our experience in the start-up scene enables us to address the needs and challenges of start-ups in a targeted manner. With our dedicated team, we are at your side to drive visions forward.
Dr. Alexander Wesemann, Director Melitta Corporate Ventures, Start-ups and M&A & Claudia Albert, Manager Innovation, Corporate Ventures & Start-ups
