OMR Podcast

9 Mar 2025 · 70 min

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In this OMR Podcast episode, host Philipp Westermeier interviews veteran investor Florian Heinemann (Project A, former Rocket Internet executive). Heinemann reflects on his career, the evolution of the European startup ecosystem, and the shift from rapid flip culture to longer‑term founder commitment. They discuss recent high‑profile exits (Zalando, About You), the challenges of achieving large exits in Europe, and the scarcity of IPOs. Heinemann outlines Project A’s current investment focus, spanning AI‑driven med‑tech, defense‑related software, logistics hubs, recycling marketplaces, and EV‑charging infrastructure, emphasizing a move away from pure e‑commerce. The conversation expands to broader European tech successes (Spotify, Adyen, Booking, Celonis, Flixbus, Revolut, Trade Republic, Bitpanda) and the need for coordinated industrial policy to support deep‑tech areas such as electric aviation (Lilium, Isar Aerospace), fusion, chips, and defense procurement. He also shares views on talent migration, the impact of German politics and the recent Bundestag election on growth, and the importance of a growth‑oriented, predictable policy environment. Additional topics include the potential impact of EU tariffs and tax fairness on tech firms, the role of Shein and Temu as a warning for European e‑commerce, a candid discussion of Heinemann’s personal crypto holdings, the significance of stablecoins like Tether and their real‑world use cases, speculation on the upcoming German Digital Minister (candidates Verena Pausder and Julia Jäckel) and broader political dynamics, and updates on Project A’s fundraising activities and upcoming events. The episode also contains sponsor reads for Qonto, Hiscox, and Scalable Capital, and touches on Heinemann’s personal media habits and content strategy.

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