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Robin Godenrath

Robin Godenrath

Founding Partner & Managing Director at Picus Capital

Munich, Germany
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Joined January 2025
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Summary

Robin Godenrath is a seasoned venture capital professional and co-founder of Picus Capital, an early-stage technology investment firm. He plays a pivotal role as Founding Partner and Managing Director, leading investments in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds. His investment focus spans diverse sectors including financial services, HR, energy & climate, healthcare, logistics & mobility, real estate & construction, crypto & web3, deeptech, and e-commerce. picuscap+2
Picus Capital, under Robin's leadership, differentiates itself through its privately financed structure, allowing for flexible, long-term investments without traditional fund life cycles or exit horizons. This approach enables Picus to support ventures from their earliest stages through IPO and beyond, aligning with founders' long-term vision. eu-startups+1
Prior to co-founding Picus Capital, Robin honed his strategic and analytical skills as a Consultant at McKinsey & Company. His early career also includes internships at notable financial institutions like PIMCO and Morgan Stanley, and global companies such as Bosch, Puma, and EY, demonstrating a broad foundation in business and finance. rocketreach
Robin holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, with a focus on Finance/Economics. He also completed exchange semesters at Indiana University - Kelley School of Business and The University of Western Ontario - Ivey School of Business, highlighting an international perspective in his education. rocketreach+2

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Long term capital & radical thinking with VC Robin Godenrath, founding partner & MD of Picus Capital

October 1, 2023

A podcast interview where Robin Godenrath discusses Picus Capital's unique approach as a privately financed venture capital firm, emphasizing long-term strategies, systematic investing, and supporting technology ventures across various sectors.

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"To prepare for fundraising, entrepreneurs should thoroughly think about the key make-or-break points of their business": Interview with Picus Capital's Founding Partner & Managing Director, Robin Godenrath

April 1, 2021

An interview discussing Picus Capital's investment philosophy, criteria, and advice for founders on fundraising, highlighting the firm's long-term approach and support for technology companies from early stages to IPO.

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LRLukas Rehmsaid
RGRobin Godenrath
has made a standout impact either as a founder or investor in the Munich startup scene.

Oct 22, 2025