Christian Stock holds a PhD in physics and performed research in nonlinear optics at TU Darmstadt until 2019. Subsequently, he worked for about 3.5 years in internal consulting at KfW, where he gained experience e.g. in process and organizational optimization, project management, (digital and agile) transformation, the investment environment. Since June 2023, Christian has been working as a portfolio manager at KfW Capital.

KfW Capital drives innovation and growth by investing in venture capital funds, empowering startups and growth companies in Germany and across Europe to reach their full potential. Through initiatives like the Wachstumsfonds, KfW Capital strengthens the scaling potential of promising businesses, ensuring access to the funding they need to thrive. Given that KfW Capital invests assets provided by the German Federal Republic as well as private assets from a variety of institutions, it is one of the largest venture capital investors in Europe. Concretely, the firm is invested in nearly 125 VC-funds with a volume of ~ €2,4bn. By focusing on sustainability, technological advancement, and entrepreneurship, KfW Capital not only fosters a dynamic European VC ecosystem but also contributes to long term economic success. As a trusted partner, it bridges the gap between capital providers and entrepreneurs, driving progress and creating impact in key industries.