About Payve Ventures and Pawel Schapiro

Payve Ventures was started in 2021 by Pawel Schapiro as his personal investment and advisory company. Pawel, an experienced VC, business angel, and advisor for startups and investors, has been a part of the startup scene for over 11 years. Beginning as an operator at Rocket Internet, he later became a VC investor, dedicating nine years to mastering the art and the science of venture capital. Having sifted through thousands of pitches and engaged in hundreds of transactions, Pawel brings a wealth of experience. Throughout his VC career he has invested in over 20 companies, including several successful exits and an IPO at NASDAQ.
Currently, Pawel is focused on private angel investing and offering guidance to companies and investors. He is living in Frankfurt, Germany.