Max, an entrepreneur, maker, and investor from Berlin, has been involved in building internet ventures and businesses since his early teens. His journey began at the age of 13, where he created and sold websites, designed graphics, and even developed a browser game. Over time, his passion for innovation and sharing his knowledge with others expanded into larger business ventures.
One of Max's significant startups operated in the educational sector, allowing him to combine his love for creating with his desire to help others grow. Today's main focus is Wizard Ventures, a company that creates, acquires, and manages various online businesses. His portfolio includes:
- BaseTemplates: A provider of top-notch startup templates.
- Tona: A tool for competitor monitoring on autopilot.
- Magic Design: A service offering unlimited design resources for a monthly fee.
- Startup&VC: A job board focused on venture capital opportunities.
- VC Stack: A collection of tools for venture capital investors.
Although Max is involved in several projects, this story focuses on his venture, BaseTemplates, which has become a core part of his business portfolio.
The Start of BaseTemplates
Back in 2019, while Max was still working on his educational startup, he constantly explored new ideas and opportunities. One day, he found himself needing to quickly create a pitch deck for a competition. During his search for the perfect template, he came across BaseTemplates, which provided an ideal pitch deck template. He purchased it, used it, and ultimately won the competition.
A few weeks later, Max discovered that the creator of BaseTemplates was interested in selling the business. Excited by the potential, he began diving into the business's financials and operations. Through in-depth discussions with the founder, Max learned that BaseTemplates generated consistent sales with zero marketing expenditure, with significant revenue boosts during ProductHunt launches.
