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Dennis Kirpensteijn

COO at ZOLLHOF - Tech Incubator

Germany
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Years Experience

22

Roles

22

Skills

4

Education

About

Empathetic Leader // Hands-On Investor // Experienced Founder Actively focused on the intersection of artificial intelligence, organisational development, and the future of work. #Core Mission# To build thriving communities and businesses that have a positive, long-term impact. My passion is rooted in understanding and empowering people, whether they are users, clients, or employees. #My Journey# - Founder & Operator: Built and successfully exited two companies by leading product, finance and operations, and strategy. My focus was always on creating genuine relationships with our community and stakeholders. - Community Builder: Created engaged networks for diverse groups, including student entrepreneurs, pet parents, veterinarians, and investors. - Angel Investor & Advisor: As a hands-on investor, I help early-stage startups with product-market fit, business development, and fundraising. I am a proud mentor for Moonshot Pirates. StartupTeens, Google, and more. #Current Focus: AI's Impact on the Human Element# I am now channeling my experience into what I see as the critical challenge for the next decade: navigating the impact of AI on organisations and their employees. I am dedicated to helping founders and leaders: - Implement AI strategies that enhance, rather than replace, human potential. - Foster a culture of learning and adaptation in the face of technological change. - Build the resilient, forward-thinking teams that will define the future. Let's connect if you share my passion for building human-centric organisations in the age of AI.

Experience (22 roles)

3 yrs 2 mos

General Partner - ZOHO.VC

Current

3 yrs 2 mos

Jul 2025 - Present · 2 mos·Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany
WoWplay

Angel Investor

Current

WoWplay

May 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos
3 yrs 2 mos

COO

Current

3 yrs 2 mos

Apr 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos·Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany

Leading European Startup Hub by Financial Times. As one of the fastest growing tech incubators in Germany we help you successfully start and scale your business. Skills: Strategic Initiatives · Key Performance Indicators

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Education (4)

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

2024 - 2026

Jönköping University

Jönköping University

2011 - 2012

Activities and societies: START Jönköping - Student association for entrepreneurship and innovation (Founder) Leadership, Strategic Change, Strategy & Technology, Entrepreneurship and Business planning

FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg

FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg

2009 - 2012

Activities and societies: START Erlangen-Nürnberg e.V. - Association of Student Entrepreneurs Strategic Management and HR

Skills (22)

Due DiligenceDeal SourcingOrganizational DevelopmentStrategic InitiativesBoard of DirectorsKey Performance IndicatorsStart-upsStrategyStrategic PlanningStrategic ThinkingDeal FlowGo-to-Market StrategyPrefectEntrepreneurshipInvestmentsBusiness StrategyProduct DevelopmentUser Experience DesignFinancial ModelingBoard GovernanceVenture CapitalPrefect
Certifications (4)

PADI Open Water Diver

PADI

Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence

JOJO Wassersport

Private Equity and Venture Capital

Università Bocconi

Your Path to a Board Seat

University of St.Gallen

Languages (5)
Swedish(Professional working proficiency)French(Elementary proficiency)Spanish(Native or bilingual proficiency)German(Native or bilingual proficiency)English(Native or bilingual proficiency)
Volunteer Experience (9)

Member and EdTech Fellow

Current

Alma Angels

Jun 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

Mentor

Techstars

Jan 2015 - Jan 2022 · 7 yrs

Mentor

Current

STARTUP TEENS

Jan 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 8 mos

Mentor

UCL EdTech Labs

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 · 2 yrs

Product Mentor @ W1 Forward Accelerator (InsurTech / Digital Health)

WERK1 - the most startup-friendly place in Munich

Jan 2017 - Jan 2021 · 4 yrs

Mentor

Current

Moonshot Pirates

Jan 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 8 mos

Product Mentor for Startups @ Goolge Launchpad

Google

Jan 2015 - Jan 2019 · 4 yrs

Member of the board (Co-Initiator)

Gründermagnet - German Association of Student Entrepreneurs

May 2012 - Sep 2013 · 1 yr 5 mos

Mentor

SuperCharger Ventures

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 · 1 yr

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dennis Kirpensteijn's current role?
Dennis Kirpensteijn is currently working as General Partner - ZOHO.VC at 3 yrs 2 mos.
Where did Dennis Kirpensteijn study?
Dennis Kirpensteijn studied Master of Arts - MA (Executive), Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. They have 4 education entries on their profile.
What skills does Dennis Kirpensteijn have?
Dennis Kirpensteijn's top skills include Due Diligence, Deal Sourcing, Organizational Development, Strategic Initiatives, Board of Directors. They have 22 skills listed on their profile.
Where is Dennis Kirpensteijn based?
Dennis Kirpensteijn is based in Germany.

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