"Entrepreneurs at heart, the planet on our minds."
We are a dynamic, diverse and entrepreneurial team. By investing in impact makers we stay ahead of trends and find impactful,
cutting-edge opportunities.
Meet the Team
The core team of Leanox Impact Capital includes Paulina, Thore, and Bruna and is continually enriched by the innovative ideas and fresh perspectives of our talented interns, all united by a shared commitment to driving sustainable impact and creating lasting value.
PAULINA JÄNSCH
Founding Partner
Paulina Jänsch is a financial expert in impact investing, leads the investment department at a family office and is one of Europe´s youngest founding partner at the impact innovation and gender parity VC fund Leanox. Previously, she was a project manager, leading international teams to launch successful projects. Her background in project finance at a family office marked the start of her investor journey and large LP network. Paulina is a mentor at various startup organizations, NGOs, and universities. She is a voice for female empowerment and is known for her inclusive and empathic leadership style. She has been named among the TOP100 most influential women in the VC and startup scene in Europe and TOP10 investors in Germany.
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"What fascinates me about venture capital is that you get to know so many truly passionate, driven people who all have stories to tell and ideas that need to be heard. To understand startups, we have to grasp the people behind them and the market they operate in before we start to structure financial deals. So both of my strengths are combined in the goal to understand and connect people and help them flourish."
THORE VOGEL
Founding Partner
Driven to expand his intercultural knowledge, Thore moved from Germany to China at the age of 18 to work in steel trading. He then studied Business Administration in Paris, while founding his first company, which produced sustainable apparel. Afterward, he worked in Russia for two years in business development. Lately, he obtained his MSc in Finance at EADA in Barcelona.
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"If you are passionate about photography you know that beyond the technical skills it takes soft skills to capture a great shot of a person. It is vital to quickly build a connection with the individual. As venture capitalists, we invest in people, ideas, and passion. No financial model can precisely evaluate a pre-product company. It is the connection we build with the people that give us an accurate valuation of their capabilities. Tapping into people’s lives and bringing out the best shot in them is what I build my professional career on."
Investment Analyst
Bruna has worked in diverse sectors across five countries. Her background includes roles in consulting and venture development. Her expertise stems from going to market strategies and fundraising at a GreenTech startup dedicated to tackling the scalability of the carbon market.
At Leanox, Bruna is part of the investments and portfolio management team. She leads the due diligence of startups and guides them through our investment and onboarding process.
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"In the dynamic world of venture capital, being part of a sustainability and impact-focused VC is a profound journey where every investment becomes a catalyst for positive change. It's the fusion of financial acumen and a deep commitment to creating a lasting impact on the planet that truly captivates me."