We think like founders, act like partners & builD like owners.

Büro mit einem alten Computer, mehreren Aktenschränken, Kopiergeräten, Stapeln von Kartons und Papieren unter metallenen Deckenlampen.

Büro mit Retro-Computer auf Schreibtisch, Aktenschränken und moderner Bürobeleuchtung.

We support brands in the areas that truly drive growth: strategy, marketing, and digital presence.

Our roots lie in investing. For the past 9 years, we acted as shareholders, working alongside Europe’s most ambitious digital brands - defining directions, solving challenges, and enabling growth through the strength of our operational team.

That experience taught us a simple truth: the gap between potential and reality is almost always execution. Most businesses need a clear action plan, structure, and operational firepower - certainly not just another agency with blanket promises, standardized solutions, and buzzwords instead of results.

That’s why we expanded our business model. We wanted to make the operational excellence we developed as investors accessible to more brands. Not as the next short-term external service provider, but as a partner at eye level - operating with the same responsibility, urgency, and ownership mindset as a co-founder.

Today, we combine the strategic depth of an investor with the hands-on impact of an operating team - for category challengers, established market players, and brands aiming to redefine their industry.

Our Approach

While every project has its own dynamics, our core principles guide the way we think, build and collaborate.

Entrepreneurial Mindset

We think and act like founders, understanding the challenges and opportunities that drive business success. With our heritage as an investor, we go beyond being a service provider - we act as a strategic partner, bringing deep operational expertise and long-term vision to every collaboration.

Julius Schweizer and Leon Bohdal in an office, one drinking and the other throwing a paper airplane, with text that reads 'We think like founders, act like partners and build like owners.'

Zwei Männer in Büro mit Krawatten; einer wirft Papierflieger, beide trinken aus Weingläsern.

Execution Excellence

Strategy alone isn’t enough - the best idea is only as good as its execution. We focus on hands-on implementation, ensuring that every concept is transformed into measurable results. Our operational expertise allows us to bridge the gap between vision and impact.

A man wears a shirt, tie and pinstripe pants with a belt to which a calculator, keys, tape, scissors and pen holder are attached.

Mann in Nadelstreifenhose mit braunem Gürtel, an dem ein Taschenrechner, Schere, Schlüssel, Klebeband und Stiftehalter mit Pfeilen hängen; Text: Die beste Idee ist nur so gut wie ihre Umsetzung.

Data Driven Decisions

We rely on data, not guesswork. Every strategy, asset, and campaign is backed by insights and analytics to maximize efficiency and impact. By continuously measuring and optimizing, we turn data into a competitive advantage.

File folder with lots of sorted documents in opened drawers of a filing cabinet next to a monitor with colorful notes, above it the text: “Having intuition is key - but data makes the difference.”

Beige Aktenschrank mit geöffneten Schubladen, voll mit Ordnern und Akten, darauf liegen Stapel von Dokumenten und ein Klebebandabroller; Text: Intuition ist wichtig, aber Daten machen den Unterschied.

Long Term Impact

We prioritize sustainable growth over short-term wins. Our focus is on building lasting value, ensuring that every decision and action contributes to long-term success. By combining strategic vision with executional strength, we create businesses that thrive beyond trends.

Leon Bohdal and in an office: one is writing on a whiteboard, the other is standing on a desk with a golf club next to it, with the text: 'We don't play for the short term - we build for the future. '

Zwei Männer in einem Büro; einer schreibt an ein Whiteboard, während der andere auf einem Tisch steht und Golfschwung ausführt, neben einem Golfbag.

Collaboration & Transparency

Strong partnerships are the foundation of everything we do. We believe that only honest assessments create real opportunities for growth. That’s why we don’t shy away from taking on the role of the devil’s advocate when necessary - challenging ideas, refining strategies, and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our partners.

Jamie Rompf in a business suit sits on a desk in an office and makes a phone call with an old-fashioned telephone.

Blonde Frau in Business-Anzug sitzt auf einem Schreibtisch in einem Großraumbüro und spricht am Telefon, Text: Vertrauen basiert auf Transparenz, nicht auf Schlagwörtern.

What Founders say

Great partnerships create great results. But don’t hear it from us - hear it from them:

Junge Frau mit schwarzer Sonnenbrille und schwarzem Outfit vor dunklem Hintergrund.

Achraf Ait Bouzalim

Founder of 6PM

A perfect match with a clear division of tasks!

“For me, it’s a perfect match because the team consistently has my back. This allows me to focus entirely on the brand and the creative vision without getting lost in the operational processes of scaling.”

Lächelnder Mann in dunklem Anzug mit roter Krawatte und weißen Hemd.

Michael Janzik

Michael Janzik
CEO of Swisspur Schlafkomfort AG

A proactive partner who thinks ahead

“With Gateway, we have found a partner who doesn’t just follow instructions but proactively and systematically drives our digital presence forward. We have worked with various partners in the past, but this collaboration definitely sets a new standard. The results speak for themselves.”

Geschäftsfrau mit grauem Blazer steht draußen vor einer Grünen Wand aus Pflanzen und lächelt.

Michaela Noll

CEO of EYKÄR

Smart Approaches – Exceptional Results

“The collaboration was absolutely invaluable for us. We were able to benefit directly from their years of experience, saving us a significant amount of time and resources. The optimizations they initiated didn't just look good on paper - they delivered outstanding results.”

Junge Frau in weißem Hemd und beiger Hose steht vor einer Wand mit dekorativem Holzrahmen und Pflanze im Topf.

Tatjana Reimann & Uli Meyer

Founders of kolor

Support like a shareholder

“Working with Gateway felt like having an investor on board who shares the exact same interests - but without giving up any equity. Strategic foresight, honest sparring, and a team that truly thinks ahead: This is exactly what took our growth to the next level.”

Mann in grauem Anzug mit weißem Hemd lehnt sich lächelnd an eine balustradenartige Mauer und blickt in die Ferne.

Tigernachus Schäfer

CEO of Meine Vorsorge AG

Cohesive from beginning to end

“What convinced us: At Gateway, no one thinks in isolated measures. There is a team that truly understands branding - both strategically and creatively. Every campaign has a clear goal, a well-thought-out concept, and fits together 100%.”

Zwei Personen in dunkler Kleidung stehen nebeneinander, eine mit Mikrofon in der Hand.

Larissa Wischhusen & Jessica Fothen

Founders of ALBA

Founder Mindset meets Scalable Structure

“Gateway approaches our digital setup with the same conviction as a co-founder. Through strategic sparring and clear structures, we built a professional foundation in record time. A partnership that enables full speed.”

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Maurice Prüssner

Founder of Invisible Brands

Market leadership in record time

"With the support of Gateway, we were able to become the market leader in Germany within a very short time following our rapid expansion. For 2026, our goal is to further solidify our market leadership and expand across all of Europe. Gateway has been able to open entirely new doors for us through their experience and their extensive network of brands."

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Flemming Pinck

Founder Inferno Ragazzi

The full package!

“Communication at eye level, high standards, and measurable results – all in all, a hell of a team!”

Zwei ältere Frauen, die lächelnd nebeneinander stehen, die eine mit arm in der hüfte, die andere mit kurzen grauen haaren und türkisfarbenem oberteil.

Leon Wilmers

Founder of mykraut

Support when it counts the most

“Gateway strategically supported us through a decisive phase of our realignment - from business model development to operational execution. Today, we are in a better position than ever!”

Mann mit Bart und Glatze, der in einem Anzug mit offenem Hemd lächelnd in die Kamera schaut.

Tomas Kulita

CEO of Exploro

Ready to become category leader

“We are absolutely thrilled with our rebranding. From the strategic positioning to the execution, the concept convinced us immediately and provides the perfect foundation for our D2C expansion.”

Ready for your Brands new chapter?

Whether you’re seeking strategic advice, operational support or want to explore potential collaboration - we’re always open to connecting with ambitious founders, industry leaders and like-minded partners.

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