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TODAY’S INVESTMENT.

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TOMORROW’S CHANGE.

Investing early-stage in textile, fashion, and design technologies for a sustainable future. Driven by our passion for planet Earth and the people who work to keep it alive, we partner with start-ups who meet our sustainable criteria.

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HOW WE DO IT

Our method is simple, yet practical. We invest in start-ups that are boldly committed to change in the textile, fashion and design world.

 

We further use our wealth of knowledge, our expertise and extensive network in a targeted manner. This in turn empowers our start-up partners to present and communicate their solutions clearly, thus positioning themselves in a comprehensive and goal-oriented way. As a responsible investment boutique, we partner only with start-ups that meet our sustainability criteria.

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WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

We are Switzerland's first privately funded investment boutique with a clear focus on early-stage companies in the textile-technology sector. Founded in 2022, we support start-ups throughout Europe that enable bold, sustainable solutions.

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GET INVOLVED AS AN INVESTOR

Do you as a private investor want to use your financial means and network to contribute to sustainable change in the textile, fashion and design industry? We offer the unique opportunity to do just that. MINUS2 combines measurable impact and financial return.

GET INVOLVED AS A START-UP

Are you committed to playing your part in driving the textile, fashion and design industry toward a better future? We are committed to supporting and guiding you along the way by providing funding, targeted communication, management advisory, mentoring and coaching.

PEOPLE

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NATHALY BACHMANN
Founder & CEO

Nathaly is an expert in communication and leadership. As an entrepreneur she has been successfully advising and mentoring executives and ventures, both commercial and nonprofit-based, for over 10 years. Nathaly is passionate about using strategic communication to create positive impact that drives change for her clients. She is the Founder and CEO of the strategy consultancy ESSENCE RELATIONS. And she has been a pivotal force in shaping a cross-social platform, fostering dialogue, and spearheading innovative solutions on fundamental topics. For over a decade, she has led and developed the think tank StrategieDialog21, focusing on visionary dialogues and pioneering approaches. Nathaly is also a member of the board of directors and a member of the board of trustees, as well as a Unicef delegate for Switzerland.

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ALICE BALMER
Sustainability Lead

After her biology studies at the University of Zurich, where she specialized in ecology, Alice worked in the Department of Systematic and Evolutionary Botany. She focused on the ecological and evolutionary aspects of plant-pollinator interactions and investigated the mechanisms and consequences of floral evolution. She supplemented her scientific knowledge with a Master of Advanced Studies qualification in environmental technology and management. Today she acts as Head Sustainability Research and Board Member at Forma Futura.

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KARIN VOGT
Communication & Marketing Specialist

Karin has been pouring her heart and soul into authentic communication and secure brand management for over 25 years. She advises companies, organizations and individuals on strategic reputation issues and supports transformation processes. Karin lived abroad for many years. Her work in the corporate world and as an independent entrepreneur in the USA and Indonesia have sharpened her mindset for responsible business. Her approach has been shaped by the multicultural environment. Today she acts as Strategic & Senior Project Manager at ESSENCE RELATIONS.

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REGULA GMÜR
Financial Lead

With over two decades of experience in financial consulting and trust management, Regula brings an invaluable perspective to MINUS2. Specializing in business formations, succession planning, and financing, she plays a crucial role in evaluating potential investments. Her involvement extends beyond initial assessments, offering ongoing support to portfolio companies in financial planning, strategy, and international accounting systems. Regula's sharp analytical skills and continuous engagement ensure that MINUS2's start-ups are well-equipped to navigate the financial challenges of growth, ultimately contributing to their sustainable success in the market.

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