Alstin Capital

Alstin Capital is a Munich-based early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on investing in fast-growing B2B software companies across Europe. The firm targets companies in sectors such as FinTech, InsurTech, RegTech, Cyber Security, and ClimateTech. Alstin Capital typically provides initial investments ranging from EUR 2 million to EUR 8 million in Late Seed and Series A funding rounds.

Founded in 2011, Alstin Capital was established by Carsten Maschmeyer, who serves as the Managing Partner. The firm's investment strategy is built on an "All-in commitment," providing not only capital but also extensive support in sales, PR and marketing, scaling strategies, and network access to its portfolio companies. This approach aims to empower founders to accelerate their growth and achieve market leadership. Alstin Capital has successfully raised multiple funds, including Alstin I, Alstin II (€108 million in 2017), and its latest, Alstin III, which closed at €175 million in late 2024.

Alstin Capital boasts a diverse portfolio of B2B software companies across Europe. Recent investments and transactions include Circula, Pliant, Etalytics, NORBr, Retraced, and FLOWIT. The firm has also achieved notable exits with companies such as Alyne, which was acquired by Mitratech, and Stocard, acquired by Klarna. Other portfolio companies mentioned include Razor, ANCLA Logistik GmbH, and reINVENT.

The Alstin Capital team brings a wealth of experience to its investments, with a combined track record of over 300 transactions, more than 150 follow-on financings, and 25 exits. The team possesses expertise in B2B sales and B2B software, offering comprehensive coaching, strategy definition, and sales operations setup to their portfolio companies. Key team members include Carsten Maschmeyer, Alexander Meyer-Scharenberg, and Dr. Andreas Schenk, among others, who contribute to the firm's hands-on support model.