Fifteen Seconds Podcast #34 mit Markus-Jandrinitsch vom aws Gründerfonds
Dec 10, 2021
Markus Jandrinitsch, an Investment Manager at aws Gründerfonds in Vienna, shares his expertise on startup investments and innovation. He discusses the rarity of truly radical ideas and what makes a business genuinely innovative. Jandrinitsch emphasizes the importance of strong founding teams over mere ideas and offers insights into crafting compelling pitches. Furthermore, he highlights the due diligence process and the evolving entrepreneurial scene in Austria, where social responsibility is gaining traction among startups.
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When To Approach A VC
- Apply for funding when you can show early value, prototypes, or IP like patents.
- Aim to use investment to reach clear 18–24 month milestones in market and product development.
VCs Invest For A Horizon
- Venture capital is time-limited and exit-driven even if exits vary by company.
- Funds typically consider exits after about five to seven years and rarely push for rushed sales.
Portfolio Examples From Austria
- Markus names portfolio companies like Carbomet, Randity, PropStar, Adverity and PlanRadar to show diverse bets.
- Carbomet from Graz stood out with a cycle-tracker product and strong future potential.