BE Beteiligungen Fonds

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Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2009

AUM

$60 M

Location

Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Pre-seed Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Europe

Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

BE Beteiligungen Fonds is a private equity firm based in Cologne, Germany, founded in 2009 by Rolf Brodbeck and Roland Eschmann. The firm specializes in investments in medium-sized companies within the DACH region, focusing on growth and succession arrangements. With a team experienced in the SME sector, BE Beteiligungen Fonds offers tailored financing solutions, including equity and mezzanine capital.

The firm targets companies with revenues between €10-100 million and EBITDA up to €5 million, emphasizing strong market positions and sustainable cash flows. BE Beteiligungen Fonds typically invests €1-6 million per transaction, acquiring either minority or majority stakes depending on the situation. The firm manages a fund volume of €60 million and does not invest in early-stage startups or distressed companies.

Notable investments include Barfer's Wellfood - pet food, ADL - industrial services, and Lansol - IT services. These companies have benefited from BE's strategic guidance and financial support, leading to successful exits.

Industry

Construction Consumer Products E-commerce/Marketplace Fashion/Beauty Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Healthcare Services Industrial IT Services InsurTech Marketing and Advertising Media and Entertainment Consumer Services (B2C) SaaS Software MedTech

BE Beteiligungen Fonds Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
BE Beteiligungen Fonds II	Private Equity (PE)	Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) Food and Beverage Foodtech Healthcare Services SaaS Software MedTech	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	Europe	$5-10 m	—	December 2013

Contacts

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Roland Eschmann Managing Partner

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Rolf Brodbeck Managing Partner

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FAQs about BE Beteiligungen Fonds

Is BE Beteiligungen Fonds a venture capital or private equity firm?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Seed, Pre-seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is BE Beteiligungen Fonds located?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds is located in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

When was BE Beteiligungen Fonds founded?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds was founded in 2009.

What sectors and industries does BE Beteiligungen Fonds invest in?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds invests in companies and startups in Construction, Consumer Products, E-commerce/Marketplace, Fashion/Beauty, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Healthcare Services, Industrial, IT Services, InsurTech, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Consumer Services (B2C), SaaS, Software, MedTech.

What is BE Beteiligungen Fonds geographical focus of investments?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds invests in companies and startups in Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does BE Beteiligungen Fonds typically invest in?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds invests in companies and startups at Seed, Pre-seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of BE Beteiligungen Fonds investment?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for BE Beteiligungen Fonds?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds has around $60m assets under management.

When was BE Beteiligungen Fonds last fund created?

BE Beteiligungen Fonds last fund was created/launched in 2013-12-17

What are the contacts of BE Beteiligungen Fonds?

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