ANGEL INVESTING
Beyond the Deal: Angel Investing with Strategic Value
Most people think investing is about writing checks. That’s just the surface. The real work — and the real impact — comes from backing the right technologies at the right moment… and then getting involved to build something that matters.
Over the past few years, I’ve been angel investing across four foundational areas:
- Battery technologies
- Energy storage systems
- Biotech innovations
- Semiconductors
Each one solves a critical problem. And each one represents a layer of the future we’re trying to build.
Where I’ve Been Investing
Battery Technologies
This isn’t about longer-lasting phones. It’s about electrifying infrastructure — from houses to grid-scale assets. I’ve backed founders developing next-gen chemistries, new manufacturing models, and smarter battery management systems.
Energy Storage Systems
Storage goes far beyond lithium-ion. I’ve supported ventures working on next-generation electrochemical systems — including solid-state, sodium-ion, and lithium-free chemistries — all critical for enabling renewables at scale, increasing safety, and building supply chains that aren’t reliant on scarce materials. These are the technologies that will decouple generation from demand and unlock true grid flexibility.
Biotech
I’ve supported a spin-off of EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) developing ionization sources for mass spectrometry — enabling faster, more precise analysis of complex samples with minimal preparation. This technology is used across pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, and research laboratories, improving efficiency and broadening the applicability of mass spectrometry in high-impact sectors.
Semiconductors
I’ve backed a spin-off of ETH Zurich and University of Zurich (ETH/ UZH) developing wafer-scale hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) through advanced chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques. h-BN is a critical two-dimensional material that enables superior thermal, dielectric, and mechanical properties — essential for scaling high-performance, low-power electronic devices.
What I Bring Beyond Capital
I don’t just invest — I build. When I back a company, I bring technical insight, operator mindset, and deep experience from raising capital, building GTM strategies, and scaling industrial ventures. That means:
- Helping define product-market fit.
- Connecting teams with strategic partners.
- Translating science into funding narratives investors understand.
- Avoiding the mistakes I’ve made myself.
Each one solves a critical problem. And each one represents a layer of the future we’re trying to build.
Where I’m Focused Now
My core focus today is energy storage — it’s where I operate daily, and where I see one of the largest opportunities to drive real transformation. From electrochemical systems to AI-powered storage, I’m actively investing in — and building — ventures that will shape the next decade of the energy economy.
That said, I’m always open to the right opportunity. If you’re building and need someone who can translate, contribute, and connect the dots — I’m all ears.
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