M Ventures today announced leadership changes within its Technology Investment Team
Amsterdam, Netherlands, June 6th 2025 - M Ventures, the strategic corporate venture capital arm of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, today announced leadership changes within its Technology Investment Team.
Javier Rodriguez, who has served as M Ventures’ Chief Financial Officer since 2016, will lead the Tech team as Head of Technology Investments, covering the areas of Electronics and Frontier Tech & Sustainability. In his new position, Javier will leverage his financial, VC and extensive portfolio management expertise to join Hakan Goker, Head of Biotechnology Investments, covering Healthcare and Life Sciences Investments, in managing the fund and driving M Ventures' commitment to innovation and growth.
In addition, Christian Patze and Daniel Franke will be promoted to Executive Director positions within the Technology team where they will lead investment teams and bring their extensive semiconductor and technology expertise and proven investment track records to their new roles.
"These appointments reflect our commitment to fostering internal talent and to build on our strong position in the venturing and innovation ecosystem," said Roman Werth, Head of M&A, Strategy and Venturing, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. “These leadership changes will ensure a seamless transition and allow M Ventures to continue its impressive track record of investing in innovative startups that align with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany’s mission,” he continued.
Javier succeeds Owen Lozman, who leaves the company to pursue new opportunities. Owen played a pivotal role in leading the Technology team and building the current Tech portfolio. We are grateful for his contributions and wish him all the best in his future endeavours.
