Anna Ott

Vp People

HV Capital · Berlin, Germany

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In my role as VP People at HV Capital, I advise on talent strategies and organisational scaling efforts for HV's portfolio companies across stages and sectors. I advise on executive hiring, leadership development, and culture-building initiatives to foster sustainable growth and high performance within these companies, while developing and implementing HR best practices and frameworks tailored to the specific needs of early-stage and growth-stage tech companies to ensure alignment with business objectives. By collaborating closely with investment teams, I help evaluate talent strategies, organisational designs, and the composition of executive teams. I also mentor HR leaders and teams on people topics and strategic themes such as diversity, enabling portfolio companies to scale efficiently. Acting as a trusted advisor to founders, I provide guidance on critical people-related decisions, including organisational design, succession planning, and change management. Additionally, I share e…

Vice President

VC Platform Global Community

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VC Platform is made up of 2,400+ operational venture capital professionals focused on building relationships and supporting founders.

Advisory Board Member

Kienbaum

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Kienbaum is a pioneering HR and management consultancy with a legacy of over 75 years, making it the first German consulting firm and a leading brand in Europe. The company is renowned for its deep expertise in executive search, leadership advisory, and organizational development. Kienbaum is committed to people-centered consulting and fostering sustainable growth for organizations of all sizes. As a member of the Kienbaum Advisory Board, I actively contribute to shaping the future of this respected institution, which continues to set industry standards. We empower both individuals and organizations through innovative, results-driven strategies.

Co-Founder

The Secret HR Society

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The Secret HR Society is an exclusive, invitation-only community focused on advancing strategic HR practices and building a global network of thought leaders. Currently, the society connects over 1,700 HR professionals from tech startups to established corporations worldwide.

Advisor to Hr Tech Startups & Hr Consultant, Speaker & Lecturer

frauott · Berlin, Germany

Freelance HR and talent consultant supporting early-stage HR tech startups with strategic guidance on product development, go-to-market, and market positioning. Advised diverse clients on talent management, hiring, employer branding, performance, engagement, and DEI initiatives. Delivered actionable insights and hands-on support to build effective HR practices. Shared expertise through speaking engagements and workshops, establishing thought leadership.

Venture Partner

Unifier Ventures · Berlin Area, Germany

Unifier Ventures is a micro-VC based in Berlin that partners with a network of family offices, corporations, and entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia to create opportunities for European technology startups. As a venture partner, I supported fundraising efforts for a target fund size of €30 million, focusing on early-stage startups in both Europe and Southeast Asia, particularly in the HR tech sector. My responsibilities included developing the fund's portfolio strategy, sourcing deal flow, building a co-investor network, and designing an assessment framework for investment opportunities.

Angel Investor

Sharpist · Berlin Area, Germany

Lecturer

Quadriga Media Berlin GmbH · Berlin Area, Germany

Hr Expert & Program Management

hub:raum · Berlin Area, Germany

As HR expert for Deutsche Telekom’s corporate incubator and accelerator program, hub:raum, I led talent strategy and organizational development for 20+ early-stage portfolio companies and a network of over 350 ecosystem partners across Europe and Israel. Similar to my current role at HV Capital, I served as a trusted advisor to founders and management teams, supporting them in building scalable HR structures, talent acquisition, and HR workflows tailored to the needs of high-growth startups. I championed disruptive HR approaches and the early adoption of HR tech, pioneering initiatives such as “killing the CV” and integrating chatbots into recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and candidate experience. Beyond my portfolio advisory work, I took on program management responsibilities, overseeing brand, marketing, and communications, and produced flagship events such as the largest portfolio day at Deutsche Telekom HQ, which attracted over 1,000 visitors and featured startup demos a…

Managing Director

i-potentials GmbH · Berlin Area, Germany

As an early Managing Director of i-potentials—the talent advisory and executive search firm within the Team Europe company building ecosystem—I played a central role in establishing the consultancy’s operations and positioning it as a trusted partner for recruiting digital talent. In this capacity, I was responsible for sales and all client-facing activities, building and leading a team of around 20 consultants. I oversaw the staffing of key positions and C-level roles for high-growth ventures such as Lieferheld/Delivery Hero, as well as supporting other notable clients including MyMüsli, MisterSpex, and eBay. My leadership contributed to the firm’s reputation as a go-to advisor for executive hiring and talent strategy within the startup ecosystem.