Welcome Carlo!

This is your Bits & Pretzels Journey

Carlo Schmid

General Partner, Lineage Partners

About:

Carlo is the Founder and General Partner of Lineage Partners. Drawing on years of entrepreneurial and investment experience, he established Lineage as the first institutional fund of search funds in Germany, dedicated to addressing the succession crisis facing SMBs across Europe. With a background in venture capital, investment banking, and managing a family business, Carlo is committed to supporting succession entrepreneurs in finding, acquiring, and running profitable small companies. Lineage has backed 18 search funds, completed 2 acquisitions, signed several additional LOIs, and is now preparing for the final close of its inaugural, oversubscribed fund. https://ticket.bitsandpretzels.com/ticket/68d4e4c30b4d0f10c4f99d22/b8f9c8f4-30de-4e0f-9f86-8b19c90d405c

Ticket Category: VIP

Monday, September 29th - Conference Day 1

11:10 AM - 11:55 AM I Term Sheet Stage

Tuesday, September 30th - Conference Day 2

Briefings

In the briefing, you’ll receive all essential information about the event and its surroundings — everything you need to feel well-prepared and confident throughout the experience.

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Your Agenda

Monday, September 29th, Conference Day 1

Time

8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Conference Day 1

Immerse yourself in a day filled with visionary keynotes, hands-on masterclasses, and exclusive networking opportunities.

10:40 AM - 11:25 AM

Solo GP Pitches

The rise of the solo GPs is reshaping venture. Hear directly from pioneering solo fund managers as they pitch their visions, share strategies, and reveal what it takes to succeed as a one-person franchise. A rare chance to understand how the indidual can rival large-scale platforms.

6:45 PM to 11:00 PM

VIP Dinner at Schottenhamel, Oktoberfest

Enjoy our unique VIP Dinner Experience. At the heart of Oktoberfest, where tradition and innovation collide in the oldest of all tents. Please note: the VIP Dinner is invite-only, no +1s allowed. Important: Dinner requires registration via the invitation; this is not a confirmation.

Tuesday, September 30th, Conference Day 2

Time

8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Conference Day 2

Experience deep-dive discussions, interactive panel talks, and curated matchmaking sessions that bring together the brightest minds in business and innovation.

5:30 PM to 9:30 PM

VIP Dinner at Teatro-Spiegelzelt

The evening promises high-level networking in an exceptional venue, accompanied by exquisite cuisine. Please note: the VIP Dinner is invite-only, no +1s allowed. Important: Dinner requires registration via the invitation; this is not a confirmation.

Wednesday, October 1st, Oktoberfest Day

Time

10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Table Captain Networking

Doors open. Guests arrive and find their tables

10:45 AM to 11:30 AM

Table Captain Networking: Round 1

The first 45 minutes of Networking. Afterwards there is a 15 minute break for the attendees to switch tables.

11:45 AM to 12:30 AM

Table Captain Networking: Round 2

The guests should have rotated their table by now, the second round of Networking starts.

Social Media Graphics

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Add the Hashtag #bits25 and mention @Bits&Pretzels so we can  interact with your content.
Mention any fellow speaker/table captains who are also attending
Mention what companies/people you are excited to meet at Bits

Social Media Posts - LinkedIn

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Social Media Posts - Speaking Slot

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Your Ticket

Your ticket grants access to all three days of the event.
Please use the exclusive VIP/Speaker check-in at Entrance West (badge collection with ticket + valid ID).
Note: short waiting times may occur on Monday morning.

Your Presentation - deadline 24.09.2025

Upload Guidelines for Presentations

If you have a presentation, please ensure that you submit your materials/files in a single zip folder containing the following:

1. Presentation File:

Keynote file 16:9 (1920x1080px) or PowerPoint file (.pptx, 1920x1080px).
Please make sure all fonts and videos are embedded within the file, if applicable.

2. PDF File:

A PDF version of your presentation with all fonts embedded.

3. Fonts:

Any custom fonts used in your presentation (please include the font files).

4. Videos:

All videos included in the presentation must also be provided separately.
Format: 16:9 aspect ratio, 1920x1080px (Full HD).
File type: MP4 or .m4v.

Deadline: All presentation materials must be submitted no later than September 24, 2025.
This is necessary to allow our technical team to review and test the presentations in advance.