Über Niclas
👋 Hi, I'm Niclas, a startup enthusiast and the CEO of spectup. We help startups grow and attract investors because, let's face it, startups need all the help they can get. Did you know 38% of startups fail because they run out of cash? Or that 35% fail due to no product-market fit? We're here to fix that.
My background
🏢 Deloitte: Built innovative ventures as a Consultant Venture Architect.
🚗 BMW: Led 30+ venture clienting projects, driving startup success in mobility.
💳 N26: Optimized operations at Germany’s first fintech unicorn.
... and much more. Check my LinkedIn Profile!
🏆 100+ startups supported globally to raise millions and grow faster
🏆 spectup has 4,6/5 on Trustpilot and 5/5 on Clutch
🏆 Our clients close rounds 3x faster and spend 70% less time on fundraising
🏆 Worked with Plug & Play, Adobe, Citibank Ventures, CreatorIQ, and GOAT Fuel
🏆 B.A. Entrepreneurship & Digital Business
What I can help you with:
🚀 For Startups
- Technology Scouting
- Trend Analysis
- Market Research and Validation
- Product-Market Fit Consulting
- Business Model Innovation
- Pitch Deck Creation
- Pitch Training
- Investor Outreach
- Financial Models and Valuations
- Go-To-Market Strategy
- Financial Planning
- Leadership and Operational Support
- Branding
- Presentation Design
🏢 For Corporates
- Technology Scouting
- Trend Analysis
- Innovation Management
- Venture Clienting Projects
💼 For Investors
- Deal Sourcing
- Market and Trend Analysis
- Due Diligence
Why Work With Me
- Global Perspective: Experience with startups and corporations worldwide, from Silicon Valley to Singapore.
- Strategic Expertise: Skills in innovation management, growth strategy, and investor relations.
- Proven Results: Success in raising capital, optimizing business models, and accelerating growth.
- Collaborative Partnership: Working closely with founders, blending hard-earned wisdom and humor.
Deutsch
Muttersprachlich oder zweisprachig
Englisch
Muttersprachlich oder zweisprachig
Vor Ort möglich
München (bis zu 50 km), Hamburg (bis zu 10 km), München (bis zu 10 km), Stuttgart (bis zu 10 km), Frankfurt am Main (bis zu 10 km), Köln (bis zu 10 km)
Projekt- und Berufserfahrung
- spectupManaging Consultant & CEOBERATUNG & AUDITSSeptember 2021 - Heute (4 Jahre und 9 Monate)Berlin, DeutschlandNow, I’m at spectup, leading a team of 10+ startup experts. We help startups grow and attract investors, working with clients from Silicon Valley to Singapore. Startups face daunting stats: 38% fail because they run out of cash, and 35% due to no product-market fit. We tackle these issues head-on, turning startups into investor magnets and growth powerhouses. If you’re a founder ready to scale and succeed, let’s chat. I promise a mix of hard-earned wisdom, a dash of humor, and a relentless drive to see you thrive.
- BMW Startup GarageVenture Clienting ManagerAUTOMOBILSEKTORJuli 2023 - Mai 2024 (11 Monate)Munich, DeutschlandAt BMW Startup Garage (via 27Pilots), I led over 30 venture clienting projects, helping tech startups navigate the fast lane of the mobility sector. Collaborating with entrepreneurs to refine business models and secure deals with BMW was like being a pit crew for the next generation of automotive innovators.
- DeloitteConsultant Venture ArchitectBERATUNG & AUDITSJanuar 2022 - Mai 2024 (2 Jahre und 5 Monate)Berlin, DeutschlandWith Deloitte's Innovation & Ventures team, I got to build the future—literally. We crafted innovative products and business models, blending tech know-how with business acumen. Think of it as playing with LEGO, but with real-world impact and fewer colorful bricks.🧭 creating concise venture strategies💎 identifying new business models🔎 evaluating the market and technical feasibility of a project📐 building and operating new businesses
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Ausbildung und Abschlüsse
- Ausbildung zum BankkaufmannSparda-Bank West eG2017I kicked off my career with a banking apprenticeship, learning the nitty-gritty of financial principles and the ins and outs of the banking industry. Picture me, fresh-faced and eager, handling transactions and giving financial advice. It was a crash course in the world of finance.
- Bachelor of Arts BetriebswirtscahftslehreHochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin2021Specialization in: • Entrepreneurship & SME-Management • Digital Business Title of bachelor thesis: „Digital Competencies For Managers“ (Grade: 1,3 - GPA: 3,7/4,0) Ranked #1 in Business among all Universities of Applied Sciences in Germany (Wirtschaftswoche 2023)
Zertifizierungen
- Design Sprint FacilitatorNEON2022
- Agile Leadership with OKRProject Management Institute2020