Technologiegruenderfonds Sachsen (TGFS)

Technologiegruenderfonds Sachsen (TGFS) is a venture capital firm that invests in knowledge-based, technology-oriented startups in Saxony, Germany. They aim to support innovative ideas and help startups achieve success through capital and know-how. TGFS positions itself as a leading seed and early-stage financier in the region, offering venture capital and management support. A key part of their investment strategy is to facilitate access to further international investors for their portfolio companies. The firm was initially launched in 2008 with funds from the Free State of Saxony and Saxon financial institutions. Now in its third fund generation, TGFS has supported over 100 startups. They invest in early stages when convinced by the idea and the team. TGFS focuses on providing equity financing to startups in the technology sector, particularly those based in Saxony. The fund actively looks for promising ventures and helps them execute their vision by providing capital and leveraging their years of experience. They aim to scale companies and contribute to the next stage of technological development, such as investing in quantum computing.