Cusp Capital

Q: When was Cusp Capital last fund created?

Cusp Capital last fund was created/launched in 2021-04-20.

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2001

AUM

$600 M

Location

Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Pre-seed Series A

Region of investment

Europe North America Asia

Investor profile last updated: 30 August, 2026

Profile

Cusp Capital is a venture capital firm based in Essen, Germany, founded in 2021. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in European software and technology companies. With a team of 10 professionals, Cusp Capital is known for its strategic approach to investing in sectors where digital technologies and socioeconomic shifts are driving change.

Cusp Capital invests primarily in SaaS, AI, and PropTech sectors, with a typical check size of up to €10 million. The firm targets seed and early-stage companies across Europe. Cusp Capital manages multiple funds, including a €300 million opening fund, and emphasizes a hands-on approach to supporting its portfolio companies.

Notable investments by Cusp Capital include Zalando - an online fashion retailer, Delivery Hero - a global food delivery service, Klarna - a financial technology company, and Payflow - a financial software provider. The firm is committed to leveraging its expertise in finance, HR, marketing, and ESG to help its investments thrive.

Industry

ClimateTech PropTech / ConTech E-commerce/Marketplace Fashion/Beauty Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Industrial Marketing and Advertising SaaS Security Software AI Real Estate Transportation

Cusp Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Cusp Capital Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Fashion/Beauty Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Real Estate SaaS Security Software Transportation	Pre-seed Seed	Europe	$5-10 m	$361 M	April 2021

Contacts

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Jan Sessenhausen General Partner

General Partner

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Maximilian Rowoldt GP & Investor

GP & Investor

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FAQs about Cusp Capital

Is Cusp Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Cusp Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Pre-seed and Series A, writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Cusp Capital located?

Cusp Capital is located in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

When was Cusp Capital founded?

Cusp Capital was founded in 2001.

What sectors and industries does Cusp Capital invest in?

Cusp Capital invests in companies and startups in ClimateTech, PropTech / ConTech, E-commerce/Marketplace, Fashion/Beauty, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Industrial, Marketing and Advertising, SaaS, Security, Software, AI, Real Estate, Transportation.

What is Cusp Capital geographical focus of investments?

Cusp Capital invests in companies and startups in Europe, North America, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Cusp Capital typically invest in?

Cusp Capital invests in companies and startups at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Cusp Capital investment?

Cusp Capital usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Cusp Capital?

Cusp Capital has around $600m assets under management.

When was Cusp Capital last fund created?

Cusp Capital last fund was created/launched in 2021-04-20

What are the contacts of Cusp Capital?

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