Heiko Milde

CEO IFB Innovationsstarter GmbH

“Strong innovation ecosystems grow where strategic support meets entrepreneurial ambition.”

Dr. Heiko Milde is a German innovation leader and the Managing Director of IFB Innovationsstarter GmbH, a key institution in Hamburg’s startup and innovation ecosystem. In his role, he drives programs and funding initiatives that support early-stage tech companies and foster growth through strategic investment and tailored startup services. With a background in computer science (Dr. rer. nat., Universität Hamburg) and engineering, Heiko brings technical insight and strategic vision to his work in innovation financing and ecosystem development.

Under his leadership, IFB Innovationsstarter plays a central role in Hamburg’s startup support landscape, advancing initiatives that strengthen access to capital, encourage entrepreneurial talent, and cultivate dynamic cross-sector collaboration.