Zug, Switzerland. 10 May 2023. CV VC AG, a global blockchain investor with acceleration hubs in many countries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alex von Frankenberg as an Advisor to the Company. Dr. von Frankenberg is a driver of technology and brings seasoned venture capital and acute entrepreneurship expertise, as well as a deep network in Germany and internationally.

CV VC has invested in 59 blockchain startups and is known for its entrepreneurial spirit, which is reflected in the founders and board members who embody its ethos of Founders for Founders. Dr. von Frankenberg's appointment is expected to enhance CV VC's ethos and its investment thesis which is focused on the utility of blockchain technology.

“Alex's experience and vision will enable CV VC to continue its success for both investees and companion investors. We both share a common understanding of supporting the best technology founders whose brilliant minds are revolutionizing industries, mitigating global risks, and improving humanity's socioeconomic structures. We share a mutual strategy of having a clear focus on the technologies of tomorrow” said Olaf Hannemann, CIO and Co-Founder of CV VC.

Dr. Alex von Frankenberg added “In joining CV VC as an Advisor, I intend to support the continuation & fruition of CV VC’s approach to connect the startup and corporate world and create an ecosystem where blockchain founders can flourish. CV VC’s global expansion strategy, rolled out in international locations by its in-house ecosystem builder and accelerator CV Labs, is creating interconnected blockchain technology hubs with shared infrastructure. I applaud such a strategy as it generates competitiveness and capacity in these locations for the long term.” 

Welcome to the CV VC team, Alex!