Intro: Looking to Raise a Germany-Focused Traditional Search Fund

February 09, 2021
by a searcher in Frankfurt, Germany
Hi All,
My name is Markus, and I am looking to raise a Germany-focused traditional search fund.
Just very briefly about my background - I am originally from Germany. After university and two years working for Bayer, I went to business school and then spent about 11 years at Barclays Capital and Credit Suisse in London, investing in European mid-caps. After banking, I co-owned a London-based economic consultancy. I sold my stake at the end of last year and started exploring the idea of launching a search fund.
I have spoken to a lot of searchers and just started reaching out to a few investors. I received my first firm commitment last week. I am really excited about launching the fund and think this is a great time to look for and acquire a German SME / “Mittelstand” company.
I just wanted to introduce myself here. If anyone's interested in talking a bit more or would like to see my PPM, please reach out to me.
Kind regards,
Markus
from INSEAD in Barcelona, Spain
from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Portland, OR, USA