Paula Schwarz is a German-Greek serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and social activist. Schwarz has made significant contributions to addressing societal challenges, particularly in the context of refugee crises and social inequality. She is best known as the founder of Startup Boat, Cosmopolis, World Datanomic Forum, First-Contact, Migration Hub Network, and StartupAid. Paula Schwarz’s work and her dedication to addressing humanitarian challenges has made her a standout figure in the entrepreneurial spheres. Her ability to bridge the gap between tech giants and grassroots initiatives has been widely recognized, earning her a spot on Forbes’ ‘100 Real Leaders of Tomorrow’ list, among other accolades. This is where her additional venture, Allocator One, comes into play, which she has been driving forward as a cohort partner since the end of 2023 alongside co-founders Felix Staeritz and Michael Ströck. Allocator One’s mission is crystal clear: Empowering talented fund managers who have expertise and access to opportunities, often underfunded despite driving economic innovation. Paula and team achieve this by providing new fund-managers with essential tools: anchor investments, support, and regulatory guidance. This approach allows these fresh fund managers to revolutionize industries.
