Jan Marchewski
Associate
Munich, Germany

Since turning vegetarian at age 14, Jan has been driven to use business for lasting impact. He builds conviction in founders who combine relentless execution with clarity of thought on complex issues. Coming to the table with low ego, Jan believes EQ outweighs IQ in the long term and chooses teams based on these values.
Jan brings a unique blend of environmental expertise and startup savvy to his role as an investor at Hitachi Ventures. His journey into the world of startups began at a Rocket Internet’s company, where he supported the COO with operational activities, including mergers and acquisitions, and market expansion strategies. Jan refined his expertise in startup consulting and venture capital while at PwC and BMW i Ventures, showcasing his talent for identifying promising investment opportunities (Bcomp). In 2021, he transitioned to HVG driven by a mission to develop and expand the fund’s environmental practice and ever since has been engaged with deals such as Ascend Elements, Makersite, BeZero, Samsara, Cyclic & Captura. He holds a B.Sc. in Environmental Economics from University of Heidelberg.
Personal Notes
Outside of work, Jan has a passion for engaging in sports within untouched nature. In summer, he is trail running, enjoys multi-day hikes across Europe, and has climbed Germany’s five highest peaks. In winter, he carves down those same mountains on his snowboard.
Areas of Interest
- Carbon Economy
- CCSU
- Circularity
- Energy
Active Investments
Ascend Elements
Makersite
BeZero
Captura
Samsara Eco
Previous
Bcomp
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Makersite announces strategic partnership with Hitachi Solutions
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Ascend Elements Raises $542 Million to Accelerate Production of U.S.-engineered Lithium-Ion Battery Materials
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The Ocean is our Oyster: Accelerating Carbon Dioxide Removal with Captura
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Hitachi Ventures invests in BeZero’s 50m Series B led by Quantum Energy Partners to secure leading ratings and risk analytics position in VCM
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Hitachi Ventures invests in BeZero’s 50m Series B led by Quantum Energy Partners to secure leading ratings and risk analytics position in VCM
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Hitachi Ventures co-leads Makersite’s 18M Series A to decarbonize global manufacturing sector
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Hitachi Ventures investing in Ascend Elements (formerly Battery Resourcers)