IFB Innovationsstarter GmbH

IFB Innovationsstarter GmbH, founded in 2011, is the innovation funding and investment company of the City of Hamburg, operating as a venture capital entity focused on the regional startup ecosystem. Its investment strategy targets early-stage and growth-stage ventures across sectors including digital technology, deep tech, fintech, and social enterprise.

The firm manages a portfolio of funds and programs, such as the InnoStarterFonds, which provides investments up to €7 million for growth-stage companies. Other initiatives include InnoFounder for early-stage digital startups, InnoRampUp for deep tech, InnoFinTech for fintech, and InnoImpact for social enterprises, alongside the Hamburg Investors Network connecting founders with private investors.

Scale metrics indicate assets under management exceeding €100 million, with financing provided to more than 300 startups. The organization employs around 45 people and operates from Hamburg, Germany, offering support services like coaching and mentoring through its programs.