How we work
Wanted: Visionaries
We are on the lookout for entrepreneurs with groundbreaking ideas for future technologies. Our focus is on biotechnology, industry & automation, medical technology, and software. We guide start-ups on their journey to market launch.
A real partner – and not just for investors
At ZFHN we think of ourselves as an active partner – not as a profit-oriented investor. Together with the entrepreneurs and their teams, we turn visions into viable concepts. As a long-term partner, we provide a network of renowned experts and professional support for your growth.
If you want to have an exciting insight into our business, take a look at the SWR report about us and our portfolio of companies here.

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Age of our founders
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Age of our founders

Entrepreneurial spirit in Heilbronn
Heilbronn is the region of hidden champions. Market leaders and leaders in technology worth billions are domiciled here. Six universities packed in closely together are the basis for innovation. The cooperation between the Heilbronn Education Campus and the Technical University of Munich will yield even more young academics. School pupils are introduced to technological topics through the futuristic “experimenta”. The Heilbronn model, with its focus on training and research, is unique in Germany. The people here like getting involved – but they know how to party too.

Sharing a passion to deliver top performance
ZFHN has amassed decades of experience in supporting start-ups. Displaying passion and commitment, our experts and managers guide start-up teams on their journey, helping them to take their vision through the first seed-financing stage and create a product that can be launched on the market. Founded in 2006, we have already supported 37 companies.