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Matthias Schanze

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General Partner, Rethink Education

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Rethink Education
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General Partner
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Record updated 1 October 2026

About

Matthias Schanze is Co-Founder and General Partner of Rethink Ventures. He was previously with Siemens-backed venture capital fund Next47, where he led the mobility practice and helped set up the “Catalyst” program. Matthias has 15 years of experience in the mobility and logistics sector. He previously worked in strategy, M&A, incubation and innovation. Matthias has set up three startup / corporate platforms: Beyond1435; Next47 Catalyst and Siemens Technology-to-Business. He holds a Degree in Economics from Münster University, Germany.

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