Penguin Capital

#10 // Sonja Graziadei - 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 👩🏼💻 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "Coming from a different professional background, it has been wonderful to enter the Family Office world of Penguin Capital. Here, I found a team of highly motivated yet humble people, working together on a foundation of complete trust who empower you to challenge the status quo. I love that Penguin Capital brings together people from diverse backgrounds, interests, and personalities making every conversation worthwhile." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "Munich is a fantastic city that combines the vibrancy and liveliness of a big city with the charm and safety of a small town. When you're in Munich, make sure to take a swim in the Eisbach river, and catch the sunset at Gerner Brücke, Hackerbrücke, or at the Pinakotheken." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "If you're a very visual person like me, sometimes it's helpful to use paper. We're constantly flooded with emails and digital notes, so writing down a to-do list on a piece of paper and crossing things off can really help manage the ‘virtual clutter’." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "Honestly, basically anyone with a story to tell. Could be your Uber driver or a chance encounter with an elderly person brimming with stories and wisdom to share. And if you want a reliable source of inspiration, you can’t go wrong with a TED Talk, almost all of them are worth listening to." 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "As with most things in life, it’s all about balance. However, I'll go with Team Office as starting the day with great company and clearing my mind while biking to the office just hits differently." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "After several years in Marketing and Sales at a B2B SaaS tech company, I decided to shift my career focus and become a personal assistant, supporting inspiring and successful C-level executives. Academically, I hold a B.A. in Social Studies/Economics from Ludwig-Maximilians University in Munich and an M.Sc. in Urban Planning from the Technical University of Munich.“ #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing

#9 // Julia Rödler-Kistler - 𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 🏦 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "As a member of the young team at Penguin Capital, I have the opportunity to deal intensively with varied and exciting topics in the tax and finance sector. The innovative working environment gives me the opportunity to work in a progressive and modern working environment. This creates ideal conditions for developing both my professional and personal skills." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "Munich combines the advantages of a big city with the charm of a small town in a unique way. Thanks to the many green spaces and the Isar river, you can always find a quiet and cosy place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Each neighbourhood also has its own character and invites you to dive into its special flair. The close proximity to the Alps and the surrounding lakes also offers ideal opportunities to get out into nature and enjoy the fresh air." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "My personal life hack is meal prep and writing to-do lists. By preparing several meals, I save myself the time of cooking every day and still have the opportunity to eat a healthy and balanced meal. The to-do lists help me to manage my everyday life (and that of my family) in an organised and stress-free way and at the same time offer the opportunity to create a clear overview." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "I like to be inspired by positive people, they do not just radiate optimism, they also bring a special energy that is infectious. In their presence, it is easier to stay balanced and concentrate on the essentials." 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "Both!. At home, I have the opportunity to work in a quiet environment where I can fully focus on my tasks without interruption and organise my working day efficiently. On the other hand, the office offers the invaluable opportunity to interact directly with my colleagues. The personal conversations and spontaneous discussions also reveal other approaches. The personal contact creates a closer bond within the team and strengthens joint work on projects." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "With my education as a tax clerk (Steuerfachangestellten) and further training as a tax specialist and accountant, I have been working in tax consultancy for 13 years now.“ #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing

#8 // Gabriela Weikinger - 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 👩🎓 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "At Penguin Capital, I am surrounded by an innovative and supportive team, which provides the perfect environment for learning and professional growth." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "The Olympia Park is my go-to spot. It's a fantastic spot for outdoor activities, concerts, and simply enjoying the vibrant atmosphere." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "Prioritizing tasks with a "to-do" list every evening for the next day. It helps me stay organized and ensures I start each day with a clear plan." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "I am inspired by the resilience and creativity of people who overcome challenges to make a positive impact on the world, as well as by my parents, who have always encouraged me to pursue my dreams and work hard for what I believe in." 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "Both! I appreciate the mix of collaborative energy in the office and the concentrated productivity when working from home." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "I am currently in my 6th semester studying Digitization & Management at FOM Munich and have a strong interest in finance and investment.“ #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing

#7 // Stefan Wiegard - 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 & 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿🚀 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "I am a founding member of the family office behind the fund and over the past 10 years of engaging in private equity investments, I've seen that data-driven investments are the best way to outperform the market." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "The incredible mix of traditional and modern cuisine. From authentic Bavarian dishes to contemporary gastronomy, Munich’s food scene is always exciting." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "I use a paper notebook and pen for my notes. I rely on my calendar as a to-do list. If something doesn’t fit into my calendar, I won’t manage it that day, and I won’t be disappointed." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "I am inspired by the resilience and innovative spirit of entrepreneurs. Their ability to turn ideas into impactful businesses is truly motivating." 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "I have a great home office where I can work with absolute concentration. And when time allows, I also enjoy being close to my family. Often, I work another 2-3 highly focused hours after everyone is in bed. However, I make sure to be in the office at least once a week to connect with colleagues and feel the energy of the office. This is the perfect combination for me." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "I studied Media Management and have been entrepreneurial since my school days. I am a founding member of the Penguin Capital family office and have been part of the investment committee since the beginning. Additionally, I am operationally involved as the founder of a startup.“ #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing

#6 // Pei Pei Hsiung - 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 📊 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "Penguin Capital stands out for its innovative, data-driven approach to private equity. I was drawn to the entrepreneurial team spirit and strong culture, as well as the opportunity to take responsibility and implement frameworks from academia into real-world practice." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "I'm from Hamburg and moved to Munich about six months ago. I must say, the abundance of nearby outdoor activities, such as hiking and swimming in the lakes, along with the comparatively warm and sunny summer, has made it very easy for me to feel welcomed in this new city." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "Doing a 15-minute yoga session every morning at home can really make a difference. It not only increases blood flow but also helps me start the day with a fresh and clear mind." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "Getting to know people from different cultural backgrounds really inspires me. My family is from Hong Kong, but I grew up in Germany, which has taught me how to navigate between two very different cultures from a young age. Meeting people from diverse cultures inspires me because it helps me see things from new perspectives — and I love discovering new flavor profiles in food!" 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "I like both — at home, I enjoy being able to focus deeply on my work, while at the office, I like connecting with my fun and smart colleagues." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "Prior to my role at Penguin Capital, I worked as an investment manager at a multi-family office for over six years, where I was responsible for private equity fund selection. I am about to complete my PhD in Finance at the Mercator School of Management, University of Duisburg-Essen, and I hold a MA in Finance and a BSc in Economics from Leuphana University Lüneburg." #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing

#5 // Carl Frederik Witthoefft - 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 📊 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "Penguin Capital is a special kind of asset allocator. Specialising in private equity, I get to know new international GPs in the LMM and their investment strategies on a daily basis. As part of a young team, I have the chance to evaluate investments from both a qualitative and quantitative perspective to seek for the best investment opportunities. I like the personal relationship with investors, many of whom have an entrepreneurial background like the founders.” 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "After completing my studies in Mannheim, Munich is a refreshing transition to a larger city. In addition to the many good venues and bars, I enjoy running in the English Garden or to do hiking trips outside the city. Coming from northern Germany, I can hardly wait to fully experience the Wiesn season." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "By optimising my day through effective time management, I create dedicated time slots for work, friends, sports, and other extracurricular activities. This method helps me staying focused on each task, reducing stress and ensuring a balanced and healthy routine lifestyle. Consequently, I enjoy a more fulfilling life, with increased efficiency and greater satisfaction in both my personal and professional pursuits." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "Rüdiger Nehberg inspires me with his journey from working in a bakery to becoming a world-renowned survival expert, proving that determination can lead to extraordinary achievements. His incredible survival skills, such as crossing the Atlantic in a small boat and thriving in the Amazon rainforest, showcase his unmatched resilience and courage. Nehberg’s ability to push boundaries, combined with his humble beginnings, makes him a powerful example of turning passion into greatness." 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "I’m definitely team office and enjoy cycling to the office in Lehel every time. As an art collector, Nico Zeifang embellishes our office with his cool selection of artwork. We often spend lunch breaks together as a team and grab a snack from our grocer legend Ali. On the other hand, I like the flexibility of being able to work from home.” 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "I hold a B.Sc. in Business Administration from the University of Mannheim. During my studies I gained experience in various companies, from commodity investments, business assurance to deal advisory, specialising in commercial due diligence.” #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing

#4 // Mario Witte - 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 & 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 🔗 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "As one of the founders of Penguin Capital, this venture is deeply personal to me. Since 2014, we began investing in private equity using profits from our own entrepreneurial successes. Over the years, we developed a unique approach that combines data-driven insights with human analysis to identify high-potential investments. After the successful sale of our previous venture, Team Internet AG, to a strategic investor, we intensified these activities and formalized our efforts by founding Penguin Capital. Today, I’m proud that we are able to collaborate with a growing network of entrepreneurs who share our vision for long-term, strategic value creation." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "Munich consistently strikes the perfect balance between tradition and innovation, between feeling like a big city and a small town. Each neighborhood has its own unique identity, making it easy to forget you’re in a city of over a million people. It’s this charm that keeps the city fresh and exciting, while still feeling familiar and welcoming." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "This might sound petty, but I’m definitely on Team ‘No Voice Messages.’ To save myself the frustration, I’ve installed a tool that converts voice messages into text for quick reading. On the flip side, when I need to reply quickly, I use my phone’s dictation feature. With a bit of practice, it’s become an incredibly efficient way to communicate on the go." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "I don’t have specific role models or idols. What truly impresses me is anyone who manages to achieve more than what seemed possible given their circumstances. That determination to go beyond expectations is what I find most inspiring." 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "Having had the opportunity to work both fully remote and in an office, I’ve come to appreciate the flexibility of the hybrid model. The office is perfect for meetings, team coordination, and quick communication, while the home office allows me to focus for several uninterrupted hours. The real trick is to divide tasks based on where they’ll be most effectively completed." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "My background is in advertising technology, where I spent the first 20 years of my career developing scalable advertising platforms with automated bidding and targeting. Over time, this developed into building and leading technical teams. A recurring theme throughout my career has been the importance of data collection and the methodical gathering of metrics as the key to success. I now apply this approach to systematic data collection for investment decisions at Penguin Capital." #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing

#3 // Daniel da Costa e Silva - 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 📊 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹? "To me as a finance student, Penguin Capital stood out with its data-driven approach and implementation of academia’s newest findings into its investment practice." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵? "A sunny afternoon by the Isar, and of course, my friends." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸? "Meditating daily helps me stay fully present and maintain a clear head." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁/𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂? "I love spending in time in Brazil, where my dad is from. I'm fascinated by the people and their joy in life." 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲? "I enjoy the balance of both but for collaborative tasks it’s the office." 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? "I’m about to wrap up my Master’s studies at the Technical University of Munich where I’m passionate about finance research in both public and private markets." #MeetTheTeam #PenguinCapital #PrivateEquity #Finance #Investment #MunichLife #Inspiration #Teamwork #LifeHack #RoleModel #Investing