Shaping the future together: Solutions for the challenges of tomorrow.

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Our Approach

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  • Our Vision
  • Our Mission
Our vision is to improve the future to make it more liveable and sustainable. We achieve this by supporting innovative start-ups and jointly developing solutions for the challenges of tomorrow. We strive to be a pioneer for positive change and to shape a world in which every investment makes a meaningful contribution for future generations.
Our mission is to empower and inspire startups by not only providing capital, but also actively contributing content. We are looking for companies that not only aim for short-term profit, but also want to have a long-term impact on society and the environment.

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Working with start-ups to shape a brighter and more sustainable future together.

Opportunities for joint growth

We are looking for businesses that are complementary to our core Melitta Group businesses of coffee, coffee preparation or household products, or that offer a complementary value proposition.

We have a strong focus on changing consumer needs and emerging technologies. Our focus is on identifying areas of opportunity that create added value for the future through new technologies, innovative business models or products.

  • Future Coffee

    Coffee of the future includes innovative approaches and technologies for the sustainable production, processing, packaging and preparation of coffee that promote environmental and social responsibility.

    #SmartCoffee #ResponsibleCoffeeConsumption #CircularCoffee #CoffeeIngredients #CoffeeSubstitutes #MobileCoffeePreparation

  • Future Plastics

    Plastics of the future includes innovative materials and manufacturing processes that use recycled or sustainable raw materials, can be used multiple times and are either fully recyclable or biodegradable after use.

    #RecycledMaterials #SustainableMaterials #ReusablePlastics #BiodegradablePlastics #CircularPackaging

  • Future Household

    Household of the future involves innovative technologies and solutions that promote sustainability, energy efficiency and intelligent networking in household products and processes in order to make everyday life more environmentally friendly and convenient.

    #KitchenCanvas #SmartCleanHome #LiquidFiltration #Reusability

  • Business models & processes

    In addition to individual products or technologies, we also look at holistic processes that can be used throughout the entire company.

    #CustomerCentricity #CircluarEconomy #ProcessAutomation #PlatformEconomy

What we offer

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More than just equity - we offer partnership:

At Next Generation Ventures, we offer more than just capital - we offer a partnership based on collaboration, support and shared success. Our goal is to create real value and promote sustainable growth on both sides.

  • Customer access

    Through our established brands, such as Melitta, Toppits and Swirl, we offer start-ups access to a wide range of customer touchpoints.

  • Network

    Our extensive internal and external network of experts is available to our start-ups to support them with various topics.

  • Partnering

    Under the venture client approach, we go beyond conventional investments. We support start-ups as a strategic partner and provide our infrastructure to enable joint growth.

  • Sparring

    Our internal experts are happy to share their knowledge and experience with our start-ups. We offer regular sparring sessions in which start-ups can benefit from our know-how and experience.

Startups & Projects

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Loffee offers a sustainable coffee alternative based on sweet lupins: caffeine-free, regional, and organic. Together with Melitta, they are committed to diverse and conscious enjoyment. Perfect for everyone who loves coffee but wants to avoid caffeine.

Key Facts Loffee:

  • Type of collaboration: Venture Capital
  • Founded: 2024
  • Search field: Future Coffee
  • Website: https://loffee.de/

The Team

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Dr. Alexander Wesemann Director Melitta Corporate Ventures, Start-ups and M&A

Claudia Albert Manager Innovation, Corporate Ventures & Start-ups

Experience meets dedication

Our team acts as a reliable bridge between start-ups and the Melitta Group.

Thanks to our many years of expertise in M&A and investment processes, we have the expertise required to ensure successful transactions.

Our experience in the start-up scene enables us to respond specifically to the needs and challenges of start-ups. With our dedicated team, we are at your side to drive visions forward.

Ready to grow together? Get in touch with us.

We are here to realize your visions and celebrate success together. Contact us now and let's work together on your success. We look forward to hearing from you!

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