Laurin Class concentrates on early-stage enterprise software investments at Earlybird Venture Capital, specializing in developer-focused companies across DevOps, Data, AI, and Cybersecurity domains from his Munich headquarters.
Laurin Class delivers a comprehensive perspective to his investing position, having served as strategy consultant, later-stage private equity investor, and technical product manager at a Series B startup. This varied background allows Class to assist startups from both operational and investment angles, comprehending the practical obstacles founders encounter while expanding technical products.
At Earlybird, Laurin Class has supported leading portfolio companies including EthonAI, Workist, and Keel since joining in 2021, helping advance Earlybird's mission of empowering founders developing transformative tech businesses across Europe. Laurin possesses a Master's degree from London School of Economics and specializes in simplifying the complex realm of Business-To-Developer software through expertise in go-to-market strategies, sales and marketing tactics, and developer relations. His efforts span Earlybird's priority areas including Enterprise Software, DeepTech, FinTech, and ConsumerTech sectors.
You'll obtain valuable insights from Laurin Class's knowledge in enterprise software investment, particularly in developer-oriented technologies and cybersecurity markets that demand specialized go-to-market approaches. Class will provide practical guidance on navigating the venture ecosystem, expanding technical startups, and managing growth in highly specialized markets where conventional sales approaches often prove ineffective.
Meet with Laurin Class at How to Web Conference 2025 to understand how to expand enterprise software companies and secure early-stage venture capital in competitive technical markets.
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