Andreas Schenk has built a reputation at Alstin Capital for breaking down major AI shifts—like ChatGPT-5, OpenAI's open-source moves, Anthropic's growth, and specific Y Combinator trends such as AI coworkers and automated regulated workflows—drawing on a background that includes a PhD in economics focused on crowdfunding and alternative financing, plus years of hands-on early-stage investing since 2010 across firms like EnjoyVenture and Seventure Partners before reaching Partner at Alstin. Known for long-standing relationships with founders dating back over a decade and for running practical sales training alongside his investing work, he's become a go-to voice for explaining complex venture and tech topics rather than just providing capital.
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Alstin Capital
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SaaS, Fintech, Insurtech, Cybersecurity, AI
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Seed - Series A
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€2M–€8M
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Alstin Capital grew out of Carsten Maschmeyer’s original ALSTIN I fund and still centers its work around giving B2B software founders hands-on sales expertise and network support after investing, not just money; more than 90% of investors from its last fund reinvested in the new one, and the firm closed Alstin III at €175 million in about four months, well above its original €100 million goal. It invests in software that solves messy operational problems, like payments infrastructure, energy optimization, and expense automation, and points to a track record of more than 300 investments, 150 follow-on rounds, and 25 exits, including companies like Klarna, Blacklane, and Usercentrics.
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