Pieter Wolters

deeptech start/scaleup board member/chair/advisor - cvc leader - repeat ceo/co-founder

📍 Greater Boston, United States🔄 Updated September 2026💼 16 investments📅 14 years investing🗓 Last invested Feb 2026𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
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board member
Feb 2026
LeydenJar Technologies develops a 100% Silicon anode that boosts the energy density of Li-ion batteries for application in consumer electronics, automotive and specialty applications.
board member
Jul 2021
Since 2016, MassChallenge Switzerland has been a leader in helping startups grow their businesses by accelerating 610 startups across the world in multiple industries. They have raised more than $985M in funding. Our flagship program is the early-stage startup accelerator, which accepts startups from any industry and country. All startups in the accelerator are advised about how to make their business climate responsible and must intend to off-set their emissions or actively reduce GHG. In addition to the accelerator, MassChallenge Switzerland runs a challenge program, the Sustainable Food Solutions Challenge, matching later-stage startups with corporate partners in the food industry.
board member
Feb 2021
Hologram Sciences is an AI-focused health tech company that helps people improve their health and wellness through innovative personalized nutrition solutions. Backed by dsm-firmenich, Hologram Sciences brings together the latest evidence-based protocols, products, and pioneering technology to create holistic offerings that create positive health outcomes. Hologram Sciences is passionate about helping people overcome obstacles to feel better every day; grounded in transparency, proven clinical science, and committed to creating solutions and an organization that are fully inclusive and equitable. Join us in reimagining the future of health and wellness. More information can be found at www.hologramsciences.com or via Inquiries@hologramsciences.com.
board member
Jun 2020
Production and Sales of Facemasks & Meltblown PP
board member
2018
Miach Orthopaedics is transforming anterior cruciate ligament tear treatment with the BEAR® Implant
board member
2018
Novum Medical is dedicated to bringing the next generation of technology to the spine and musculoskeletal market. Our development efforts focus on using novel biomaterials to design innovative orthopedic implants that have the potential to help patients live healthier, more productive and active lives.
board member
2017
We develop, manufacture, and market innovative and exciting products that address the critical needs of millions of families in low income communities around the world. Our products and strategies are based on cutting-edge research in pediatric nutrition and behavioral marketing. Our recipes are localized for traditional diets and optimized for taste, nutrition, and price. Get free samples here: https://mailchi.mp/fb4545e55679/free-samples
early stageManufacturing
Lead investor
2014
Isobionics® Natural Ingredients focuses its activities on natural raw materials for the flavour and fragrance industry. These are produced with an innovative fermentation process, resulting in high quality natural products for our customers in the food, beverage, flavour and fragrance market. Our proprietary technology is environmentally friendly, uses less production steps and is easier to scale up. This results in a constant quality and stable pricing. Our products have a high purity and the production is harvest independent, resulting in a constant availability. Our vision is to provide value to our customers by delivering a range of high quality products supported by excellent customer service and to create a leading position by developing innovative new products and processes within a sustainable sourcing strategy. Our research and development team, aiming for the highest standard of production, ensures our customers world-class highly reliable products in order to boost their success.
board member
2013
Essential Medical is a privately held medical device company aiming to develop and commercialize new vascular closure devices for femoral punctures after diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures. The company was founded in 2010 by Greg Walters, a senior product development executive with 20 years'​ experience creating innovative cardiovascular products, and Dr. Gary Roubin, MD, PhD, a coronary and carotid stenting pioneer.
board observer
2013
Novomer, Inc. is a leading developer of chemical conversion technology to address market needs for transformable, functional, and high carbon utility materials. Novomer’s current focus is in the development of beta-propiolactones and derivatives, using its proprietary Novo22™ catalyst. Our patented technology focuses on catalyst, process conversion, and polymerization techniques to provide chemical intermediates, compostable polymers, and high-performance functionalized lactones. Novomer’s investment base includes strategic investors Saudi Aramco, SABIC and DSM and financial investors Flagship Ventures, OVP Ventures, and Physic Ventures. For more information, visit www.novomer.com.
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2026
board member
Feb 2026
LeydenJar Technologies develops a 100% Silicon anode that boosts the energy density of Li-ion batteries for application in consumer electronics, automotive and specialty applications.
2023
managing director dsm-firmenich Venturing
May 2023
We are dsm-firmenich – innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty. We bring progress to life by combining the essential, the desirable, and the sustainable. From our master perfumers and flavorists to our expert nutritionists and scientists, our trailblazing teams work closely with customers, supporting their ambitions with 150+ years of R&D expertise. With a passionate and talented team of close to 30,000 employees, we are determined to be a force for good. And to work together to positively impact people and planet. #webringprogresstolife
2021
board member
Jul 2021
Since 2016, MassChallenge Switzerland has been a leader in helping startups grow their businesses by accelerating 610 startups across the world in multiple industries. They have raised more than $985M in funding. Our flagship program is the early-stage startup accelerator, which accepts startups from any industry and country. All startups in the accelerator are advised about how to make their business climate responsible and must intend to off-set their emissions or actively reduce GHG. In addition to the accelerator, MassChallenge Switzerland runs a challenge program, the Sustainable Food Solutions Challenge, matching later-stage startups with corporate partners in the food industry.
board member
Feb 2021
Hologram Sciences is an AI-focused health tech company that helps people improve their health and wellness through innovative personalized nutrition solutions. Backed by dsm-firmenich, Hologram Sciences brings together the latest evidence-based protocols, products, and pioneering technology to create holistic offerings that create positive health outcomes. Hologram Sciences is passionate about helping people overcome obstacles to feel better every day; grounded in transparency, proven clinical science, and committed to creating solutions and an organization that are fully inclusive and equitable. Join us in reimagining the future of health and wellness. More information can be found at www.hologramsciences.com or via Inquiries@hologramsciences.com.
2020
board member
Jun 2020
Production and Sales of Facemasks & Meltblown PP
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