Dr. Angelika Vlachou

Angelika Vlachou joined High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) in July 2021 bringing more than 15 years of experience in the life science industry spanning venture investing, strategy management and research. She is jointly responsible for HTGF´s investment activities. Over the course of her career, Angelika has managed many transactions ranging from seed stage venture capital and growth financing to licensing agreements, trade sale transactions and IPOs. She supported portfolio companies across different stages of development. Earlier in her career, Angelika worked for a contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) in the areas of strategy and business development. Her expertise is also based on her virology-molecular biology research experience. One of her strengths is to combine scientific innovation with commercial potential. She is a valued sparring partner for founders, investors, and stakeholders. With a doctorate in biology, she started her professional career in investment banking.