Surround yourself with those who believe in your dreams and lift you up when you're feeling down.

– Unknown

Behind every successful startup is a community of supporters, mentors, and partners dedicated to helping them thrive. 

Together, we can turn dreams into reality and ideas into impact. Our team consists of industry experts with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, allowing us to provide comprehensive support across all aspects of your startup journey. We’re here to guide and empower you: the entrepreneur and innovator to turn your ideas into reality.

Success is a journey best travelled with others by your side.

- Unknown

THE TEAM

Tom A. Pilscheur

Founder and Principal

The Angel Alternative Partner concept is based on a life-long experience with investing and management of business start-ups.

Ralph

The Accountant

Ralph has accompanied Tom since he arrived in Basel from Beijing. He will make sure your IT-infrastructure is running smoothly and securely and that funding goes where it needs to.

Maritsa Kissamitaki

Design Communication

An expert in design, she simplifies complex concepts through graphics and crafts compelling brand stories and narratives.

Sergio Santos

Science

Sergio’s solid background in diverse fields from Science to Humanities and Law, allows him to evaluate startups’ potential in a holistic manner, making him the perfect sparring partner.

Murat Topcu

Engineering

Engineering prodigy & start-up dynamo right out of the gate, he excels in Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering and leveraging his experience to empower start-ups.

WHY CHOOSE US

Choosing the right partner is a crucial decision for the success of your startup.

Here is why we believe we’re the right choice for you:

Expertise and Experience: Our seasoned team brings diverse industry experience to provide top-notch guidance throughout your startup journey.

Tailored Solutions: We develop customized strategies for success tailored to your specific needs, whether you’re a tech startup or a social enterprise.

Participatory Business Model: Our fee-free evaluation process aligns our interests with yours, ensuring we only pursue tasks with high success potential.

Shared Risk and Reward: With our shared-risk model, expenses are only incurred once funding is secured, sharing the startup risk 100% with you.

Long-Term Partnership: We aim for a lasting partnership built on trust and mutual success, offering support in strategy, tech, and fundraising.

A Supportive Friend: Through the ups and downs of the startup journey, we’re here to guide and support you all the way.

REFERENCES

Disruptive high frequency IoT sensors for metering and monitoring of electricity distribution networks, combined with analytics and AI enabling network operators to see and act on efficiency, resilience and flexibility.

Today part of Laserworld Group, www.laserworld.com, the global leader in development and application of show-laser systems.

Soreha (欧培德) Beijing was founded in 2002 and today is one of Swiss Sorehsa AG’s wholly owned subsidiaries in China. Soreha is focussed on the emerging Chinese rehabilitation and medical sports market and develops concepts, provides state-of the art equipment, and promotes knowledge-exchange while also operating its own pioneering health centers.

Mycrobez AG is developing the first fully automated production process for mycelium composites. From bio-waste and fungal mycelium, it produces compostable and circular alternatives to petroleum-based plastics for the packaging, construction and agriculture industries.

Ready to take the first step towards startup success?

Get in touch to schedule a free no-obligation consultation and learn more about how we can help you turn your vision into reality.

Tom A. Pilscheur

Meet Tom A. Pilscheur, the dynamic force behind AAP! Armed with a PhD in Sinology, Tom embarked on a thrilling journey from art aficionado to savvy business consultant in the bustling streets of Beijing. Alongside his partner in crime, he co-founded Chinatrack, serving up top-notch services to Western clients with a dash of Eastern flair.

But Tom’s entrepreneurial spirit didn’t stop there. In a bold move, he ventured into the world of medical rehabilitation, birthing a joint-venture that’s making waves in the industry. Not content with just one venture, Tom set his sights on championing humanity, founding the inspiring Guardians of Humanity foundation in 2017.

Ever the innovator, Tom’s latest passion project, Mycrobez AG, is pushing the boundaries of sustainability with its groundbreaking focus on mycelium use. And just when you thought he couldn’t do more, Tom unveils Angel Alternative Partners in 2022, offering start-ups a lifeline with his expert management services.

With Tom at the helm, the AAP journey is nothing short of thrilling—a rollercoaster ride of creativity, innovation, and endless possibilities!

Maritsa Kissamitaki

Maritsa is an experienced professional in Design Communication with a passion for creating impactful connections through design. She completed her BA Hons in Design Communication twenty years ago. Early in her career, an entrepreneurial spirit led to the launch of her first company, even before tossing the graduation cap. Since then, her journey has been a colourful canvas of diverse projects and experiences. In the course of her career, she has immersed herself in a myriad of projects ranging from cozy startups to corporate giants and public institutions.

Over the past ten years she has been dedicating her design prowess in crafting graphics that unravel the complexities of scientific concepts and to nurturing and empowering startups. She thrives on translating their visions into captivating visual narratives, forging brands that not only resonate but also inspire.

Sergio Santos

Academically, Sergio has explored fields in Science, Humanities and Law. He holds a Degree and an MSc in Engineering and Nanotechnology, a Postgraduate Degree in Education and a PhD in Physics. He also holds an LLM in Human Rights Law and secured the Solicitors Qualifying Exam for England and Wales in 2023.

Sergio’s technical expertise combines different fields from electronics to IoT, statistics, data science and machine learning. Scientifically, he is the co-author of over 70 research papers focusing on physical principles such as energy conservation, oscillation theory, dynamics, simulations, nanotechnology and materials science.

Murat Topcu

Engineering Prodigy & Start-Up Dynamo right out of the gate

German business ethics prioritize precision, honesty, and integrity, ensuring that every aspect of work is executed with a high degree of accuracy and ethical consideration….

Murat set the engineering world on its toes. With a stellar kickoff at the Aachen University of Applied Sciences, Germany, he didn’t just study Mechanical Engineering; he owned it, focusing on Aircraft Engineering and snagging a Diplom degree with a grade that screamed talent (1.6, ECTS-Grade: B – very good). But why stop there? Murat’s hunger for knowledge saw him conquering Biomedical Engineering next, where he outdid himself with an MSc, scoring a grade of 1.5 (ECTS-Grade: A – excellent).

His career trajectory took off at TOENVICE, where he didn’t just apply his theoretical knowledge; he revolutionized practical industry applications, setting a new standard for innovation and design. As Project Manager and Design Engineer at AWAS FEE GmbH, Murat wasn’t just part of the team; he was the force behind the development and patenting of a gearless torque motor that’s nothing short of revolutionary. But Murat’s not one to rest on his laurels. At the University of Cambridge, he’s currently diving deep into a part-time PhD in Civil Engineering with the Geotechnical and Environmental Research Group. Here, he’s aligning his doctoral research with his passion for Biomechanics, Orthopaedics, Soil Mechanics, and Robotic Systems. It’s not just about getting another degree; it’s about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in engineering.

Murat’s journey is a vivid testament to his versatility, expertise, and relentless drive for innovation. At Angel Alternative Partners, he’s a beacon of inspiration, leveraging his extensive experience to empower start-ups through management services in exchange for equity/discounted fees. With a laser focus on biomechanics and robotic systems, Murat’s vision is to not just nurture start-ups but to catapult them into the stratosphere of industry revolution.