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Key people at Black Forest Ventures.
Black Forest Ventures was founded in 2009 by Dirk Laukien (President & Founder).
Black Forest Ventures operates as an asset management firm, specializing in strategic investments across commercial real estate, aviation, technology, and hospitality. The firm identifies and supports both early-stage ventures and high-growth middle market companies. It provides expertise in principal investment strategies, managing diverse assets from financing to fixed base operations in aviation.
The firm was founded by Dr. Dirk Laukien, who leads as President. Dr. Laukien brings a strong analytical background, holding a Ph.D. in Physics from Tufts University and a Bachelor’s degree from Brandeis University. This academic rigor directly guides the firm’s principal investment strategy, shaping its approach to cultivating promising opportunities.
Black Forest Ventures collaborates with businesses seeking capital and strategic guidance for their development. The company’s long-term vision emphasizes continual evolution and growth, committing that successful ventures consistently innovate and expand. This forward-looking philosophy underpins its active engagement and sustained progression within its investment portfolio.
Black Forest Ventures was founded in 2009 by Dirk Laukien (President & Founder).
Key people at Black Forest Ventures.
Black Forest Ventures has 2 tracked investments across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $18.0M Series B in Agtonomy in October 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2025 | Agtonomy | $18.0M Series B | Jake Harris, DBL Partners | Allison Ventures, Autotech Ventures, Mark Coelho, Rethink Food |
| Oct 20, 2024 | Agtonomy | $10.0M Series A Extension | Alexei Andreev, KEN Forster | Allison Ventures, Cavallo Ventures, Flybridge Capital Partners, Rethink Food, Toyota Ventures |