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Tim Zwiener
Founder of Athlete Capital
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
Overview
Tim Zwiener is the Co-Founder of Athlete Capital, where he connects professional athletes with startups to facilitate second careers and innovative ideas. With a background in sports management and a focus on fostering entrepreneurship, he leverages his expertise in leadership and marketing to bridge the gap between athletes and the business world.
Notable highlights of Tim's career include founding Athlete Capital and utilizing his skills in marketing and entrepreneurship to create opportunities for athletes to transition into the startup ecosystem. His work involves connecting athletes with startups, promoting innovation, and supporting diverse founders in sectors such as sports, entertainment, and wellness.
Work Experience
Co-Founder
2022 - Current
We build the next generation of business angels. With Athlete Capital we connect pro-athletes with interests for entrepreneurship and startups in our community, educate them, and then match them with innovative startups. The goal is to support the second careers of athletes alongside their sports and to use their power to foster innovative founders. 🤝🚀
Working Student
2020
International Sales, Product Registration and Accounting
Working Student as Founder´s Associate
2022 - 2023
Campaign Management, Sales, Investor Relations and Fundraising
Working Student as Founder´s Associate
2022 - 2022
Business Development: Sales Strategy and operational Sales
Internship in Marketing
2021 - 2021
Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Customer Analysis and Social Media Management
Internship in Logistics
2020 - 2020
Operational Tasks in Logistics and Project Management
Internship in Marketing
2016 - 2016
Marketing of Sport Websites for ProSiebenSat.1 Media Group