Gloria Baeuerlein

Gloria Baeuerlein is a prominent venture capital investor, specializing in early-stage B2B software and fintech in Europe. As the Founding Partner and Solo GP of Puzzle Ventures, she leads a high-conviction fund that leverages her extensive network and operator experience to support founders from inception, aiming for significant exits. sifted+2

With a strong background spanning investment banking at Morgan Stanley, venture capital roles at TCV and Index Ventures, and operational leadership as COO at Back and Global Head of Strategy at KRY, Gloria brings a unique operator-investor perspective to her work. This diverse experience allows her to deeply understand founders' challenges and offer practical, hands-on support. dld-conference+2

Gloria is recognized for her advocacy and contribution to the European startup ecosystem, particularly as a Vice President of the German Startup Association. She actively promotes diversity, ensuring that her investment pipeline includes a strong representation of female-led companies. dld-conference+2