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Alex Stöckl is a Partner at Founderful, a leading Swiss venture capital firm. He is known for his expertise in early-stage investments, particularly in B2B SaaS, deep tech, and AI startups across Europe. He co-founded Wingman Ventures, which later became Founderful.
Alex Stöckl primarily invests in early-stage (Seed and Pre-Seed) technology companies. His key investment areas include B2B SaaS, deep tech (such as AI and machine learning), fintech, and other disruptive digital platforms. He focuses on the Swiss and broader European startup ecosystems.
Alex Stöckl works as a Partner at Founderful, a prominent venture capital firm based in Switzerland. Founderful invests in early-stage startups across Europe.
Alex Stöckl is a Founding Partner at Founderful, a pre-seed venture capital firm based in Zurich, Switzerland, which he co-founded in 2019 under its former name, Wingman Ventures. Prior to establishing this leading Swiss fund, he served as an Investment Manager overseeing Swiss operations for the European early-stage venture firm Creathor Ventures and earned a degree from the University of St Gallen. He directs his investment focus toward backing academic spin-offs emerging from prominent research institutions like ETH Zurich, targeting founders in the deeptech, industrial tech, and B2B SaaS sectors. In early 2024, Stöckl co-managed the raise of Founderful's $120 million Fund II to double down on backing emerging Swiss technology startups across the broader regional ecosystem. His firm's notable portfolio includes early-stage investments in recognizable companies such as DePoly, Corintis, EthonAI, and Bring! Labs.
Alex Stöckl is a distinguished Partner at Founderful, a leading Swiss venture capital firm renowned for its commitment to nurturing early-stage technological innovation. As a key member of the Founderful team, Alex is instrumental in sourcing, evaluating, and investing in groundbreaking startups, primarily at the Seed and Pre-Seed stages. His strategic insights and deep understanding of emerging technologies make him a valuable ally for founders navigating the complex landscape of early-stage growth.
At Founderful, Alex Stöckl's investment focus is broad yet targeted, encompassing sectors critical to the future of technology and business. He has a particular interest in B2B SaaS (Software as a Service) solutions that streamline operations and enhance enterprise efficiency. Beyond SaaS, Alex actively seeks out opportunities in deep tech, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and advanced analytics, recognizing their transformative potential. Fintech innovations, sustainable technologies, and other disruptive digital platforms also fall within his purview, reflecting Founderful's mission to back companies poised for significant impact. His geographical focus primarily spans the vibrant Swiss and broader European startup ecosystems, where he leverages his extensive network to identify promising ventures.
Alex's career trajectory is marked by a blend of financial acumen and entrepreneurial drive. Before co-founding Wingman Ventures (which later rebranded to Founderful), he honed his skills in investment banking at Credit Suisse, gaining invaluable experience in financial analysis and strategic transactions. This background provided him with a robust foundation in understanding market dynamics and valuation. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to venture building, where he developed a keen eye for identifying scalable business models and supporting founders through their initial growth phases. Alex holds an MBA from the prestigious INSEAD and a Master's degree from the University of St. Gallen, academic achievements that underscore his analytical rigor and global perspective.
Through his role at Founderful, Alex Stöckl actively contributes to the success of numerous portfolio companies. While specific individual investments are often part of a collective firm effort, his involvement helps shape the trajectory of companies like Yokoy (spend management), Ledgy (equity management), and Planted (plant-based meat alternatives), among others in Founderful's diverse portfolio. His dedication to fostering innovation and providing strategic guidance makes him a pivotal figure in the European venture capital landscape, empowering the next generation of tech leaders.
