Tech venture backing firm welcomes digital professional Sebastian Borek to its roster
In the bustling world of German startups, there have been several notable changes in leadership and personnel roles. Here's a snapshot of some of the latest moves:
Taxefy Shuffles Leadership
Austrian tax startup Taxefy has seen a change at the helm, with Kevin Gruber taking over as CEO. Oliver Würtenberger steps in as the new CFO, supporting Gruber in his role. Aleksej Sinicyn remains on board as a shareholder. Notably, the former GitHub CEO, Thomas Dohmke, has stepped down after almost four years.
Ewor Boosts Selection Team
Berlin-based startup incubator Ewor has recruited David Höhl, the youngest VC partner in Europe, as the Head of Selection. At the age of 28, Höhl is expected to identify the best founders and enable faster follow-up financing through his extensive investor network.
High-Tech Gründerfonds Expands Digital Team
High-Tech Gründerfonds, a leading venture capital firm, has welcomed Sebastian Borek to its digital technology investment team. Borek, with over 25 years of professional experience, will bring his expertise to the three core investment areas: Life Sciences & Chemistry, Industrial Technology, and Digital Technology.
Thomas Dohmke's Next Venture
Thomas Dohmek, the former GitHub CEO, has expressed his intention to found his own startup again. More details about his new venture are yet to be disclosed.
Ewor's Investment in Talent
Ewor, with a 0.1% acceptance rate and 35,000 applications, has 60 million euros in capital. Each year, they provide 35 founders with 500,000 euros each, along with mentoring from unicorn founders.
The Search for Germany's Next Unicorns
According to an August 2025 overview, Germany’s next unicorn startups are predicted to succeed by leveraging AI and regulatory expertise, focusing on local complex markets like healthcare and finance rather than chasing trends. However, specific personnel changes or leadership updates in startups were not detailed in the search results.
For the most precise and current details, consulting the latest reports or website directly from The Founder's Scene Personnel Ticker would be necessary.
- The latest moves in the German startup industry reveal that Taxefy, Ewor, and High-Tech Gründerfonds are making significant changes in their leadership and personnel roles, indicating a focus on finance, business, and technology.
- Amidst the shift in personnel, Thomas Dohmke, the former GitHub CEO, is planning to return to the startup world, using his experience in finance and technology to launch his next venture.
