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Campus To Capital#12 Andreas Schwarzenbrunner – General Partner at Speedinvest on Industrial Tech, European Innovation & Building in a New Era of VentureIn this episode of Campus To Capital, we sit down with Andreas Schwarzenbrunner – General Partner at Speedinvest and one of Europe’s leading voices in early-stage venture capital.But this conversation goes far beyond term sheets and cap tables.With a background in politics and a deep focus on industrial and climate tech, Andreas shares what it truly takes to build globally competitive startups in Europe.We talk about:What politics can learn from venture capital – and vice versaThe role of AI-powered robotics, simulation, and predictive maintenanceEurope...2025-07-1649 min
Campus To Capital#11 Ruben Benjamin – Becoming and being an Artist: From Engineering to EmotionIn this episode of Campus To Capital, we sit down with Ruben Benjamin – a German visual artist whose sculptural, three-dimensional works are collected and exhibited from Seoul to Los Angeles.But this conversation goes far beyond aesthetics.Recorded on-site at Ruben’s studio in Munich, this episode captures not only his voice but also the atmosphere of his creative environment – from raw materials to finished pieces.Ruben shares how he built a successful, international artist brand without ever attending art school – drawing instead on his background in mechanical engineering, technology, and business.We tal...2025-07-0243 min
Campus To Capital#10 Jonas Gjørup Larsen – CFO at Bitpanda on Scaling Fintech, Strategic Partnerships & Financial Leadership in a Tokenized WorldIn episode 10 of Campus To Capital, we sit down with Jonas Gjørup Larsen, CFO at Bitpanda, to explore what it takes to build resilient financial structures in a rapidly evolving fintech landscape. As the company transitions from a crypto trading app to a full-stack investment infrastructure provider, Jonas offers a rare inside look into the financial strategy behind Bitpanda’s growth—and what the future of digital assets might hold.From embedded finance and real-world asset tokenization to navigating regulation and unlocking institutional demand, this episode dives deep into the mindset and mechanics of fintech leadership....2025-06-1856 min
Campus To Capital#09 David Höhl – How to Launch a Hedge Fund: From Personal Capital to Public MarketsIn this episode of Campus To Capital, we sit down with David Höhl, Co-Founder and CEO of Phoenix Alpha Capital – a newly launched hedge fund focused on Europe’s overlooked small and midcaps.David shares a rare, inside look at what it takes to build a hedge fund from scratch: from legal structure and fundraising to investment philosophy and day-to-day operations. Drawing on his background in venture capital and public markets, David explains how early-stage investing shaped his approach to identifying underappreciated opportunities.We also explore how writing publicly through his Substack Simple Alpha has h...2025-06-0438 min
Campus To Capital#08 Eddie Opara – Partner at Pentagram on Building Identity, Balancing Autonomy & Designing with AIIn this episode of Campus to Capital, we sit down with Eddie Opara, Partner at Pentagram and one of the most influential figures in contemporary design. From early drawings in church pews to reshaping global brands like the High Line, Eddie’s story is one of boundary-pushing creativity, cross-disciplinary thinking, and cultural impact.This episode explores the personal journey, design philosophy and future vision of a designer who believes in systems just as much as spontaneity.Key Takeaways:How Eddie’s early exposure to architecture, music, and management shaped his creative mind...2025-05-211h 06
Campus To Capital#07 Torsten Slok – Chief Economist at Apollo Global Management on How Tariffs, Inflation & Rates Are Shaping Capital MarketsIn this episode of Campus To Capital, we sit down with Torsten Slok, Chief Economist at Apollo Global Management and one of the most respected macro thinkers on Wall Street. With previous roles at the IMF, OECD, and Deutsche Bank, Torsten brings a uniquely global and data-driven perspective on the economy.The episode was originally recorded on April 14th, 2025. Please be aware that a lot has transpired in the financial markets since then. The content reflects the context and views as of the recording date.Key Takeaways:Why th...2025-05-0742 min
Campus To Capital#06 Jonas Deichmann – Extreme Athlete on Mental Endurance, Solo Adventures, and What Business Can Learn from SportIn this episode of Campus To Capital, we speak with Jonas Deichmann, world record-breaking extreme athlete, motivational speaker, and bestselling author. From cycling 18,000 km across Eurasia to completing the first triathlon around the world, Jonas’ mindset and approach to endurance are on a different level.Key Takeaways:How to build extreme mental resilience – and stay calm in total chaosWhat solo world records teach you about discipline, fear, and freedomWhy "quitting is not an option" – and how to build that mindset in business and lifeLessons for founders, invest...2025-04-2342 min
Campus To Capital#05 Simon Schmincke – General Partner @ Creandum on Scaling StartUps, Backing FinTech Leaders, and the Future of Venture CapitalIn this episode of Campus To Capital, we speak with Simon Schmincke, General Partner at Creandum — one of Europe’s leading early-stage venture capital firms. Simon’s career path is marked by a rare blend of operating and investing: from launching HelloFresh in the U.S. to backing high-growth startups like Lemon Markets, Tide, and Topi.Key Takeaways:- Scaling HelloFresh in the U.S. market: operational complexity, logistics, and hyper-growth- Transitioning from founder to investor: lessons learned and mindset shifts- What Creandum looks for in fintech, SaaS, and consumer startups- The state of the Europe...2025-04-0946 min
Campus To Capital#04 Joakim Bruchmann – YC-Backed FinTech Founder & Ex-Goldman Sachs Trader on Democratizing Retail InvestingIn this episode of Campus To Capital, we sit down with Joakim Bruchmann, CEO and Co-Founder of Pluto.market. Joakim's journey spans from trading at Goldman Sachs and Danske Bank to becoming a serial entrepreneur in the FinTech space. Key Takeaways:Transition from Corporate to Startup: Joakim's decision to leave high-paying corporate roles to pursue entrepreneurship, including the challenges and sacrifices involved. Innovating in FinTech: Insights into building Pluto.markets, a platform aimed at simplifying investing and fostering a supportive community for young investors. Lessons from Trading: How experiences at Goldman Sa...2025-03-2649 min
Campus To Capital#03 Noah Leidinger – Finance Podcaster, Venture Capitalist and Bestselling Author on Disrupting Financial MediaDisclaimer! This episode is a special episode – it's in German - all of our future episodes will be in English.In this episode, we sit down with Noah Leidinger, Managing Director of OMR X, bestselling author, and host of OHNE AKTIEN WIRD SCHWER, one of Germany’s most successful finance podcasts. We explore the world of finance, what it takes to make financial education engaging, and how young investors can navigate the markets effectively.Noah shares insights from his experience producing over 1,000 finance episodes, along with his take on investment trends, VC investments, and the futu...2025-03-1949 min
Campus To Capital#02 Magnus Resch – Yale Professor, Art Market Economist & Entrepreneur on Cracking the Art marketIn this episode, we sit down with Magnus Resch, serial entrepreneur, professor at Yale, and one of the world’s leading experts on the art market. We explore the business of art, how value is created in the market, and what it takes to succeed as an artist or investor.Magnus shares insights on the economics the art market along with his take on how technology and data are reshaping the industry. Key Takeaways:The hidden economics of the art world – who really makes money?Why many artists fail in the marke...2025-03-1229 min
Campus To Capital#01 Christian Kromann - Board Member @ Deutsche Börse on AI, Fintech and Financial ServicesThis episode is presented by Timeless Investments.In our first Campus To Capital episode, we speak with Christian Kromann, former CEO of SimCorp and now executive board member for investment management solutions at Deutsche Börse Group, about the intersection of finance, technology and leadership.He shares insights on navigating high-stakes M&A deals, the real impact of AI on investment management and why ESG and SaaS are reshaping the industry. Christian also reflects on key career decisions, the importance of strategic networking, and how young professionals can stand out in a competitive field.2025-02-2651 min