Michael Backes

Executive, CTO, and CPO in Hamburg, Germany

Michael Backes

Executive, CTO, and CPO in Hamburg, Germany

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I'm a technology and product leader passionate about building AI-powered products that solve real-world complex challenges.

As Co-Founder and CTO at Receeve, I lead the development of AI solutions that have helped companies recover billions in outstanding payments while improving customer relationships. Our platform processes millions of transactions and has achieved 40%+ improvement in recovery rates for our clients.

  • My journey spans 20+ years building companies from the ground up:
  • Co-founded Liquid Labs (Venture Builder) - created 16 companies, realized 6 exits, managed €87M investment capital
  • First company launched in 2002 - been an entrepreneur as well as in the machinery of large corporations
  • Former VC - understand both sides of the funding equation
  • Helped digitize industries from utilities to FinTech globally

What drives me: Turning complex AI concepts into products that create real business value. I believe the future belongs to companies that can blend human insight with artificial intelligence.

Currently focused on: Bringing my expertise to bear helping companies get the most out of tomorrow.

Let's connect if you're working on AI products, scaling FinTech solutions, or building something that matters. Always happy to discuss leadership, technology, entrepreneurship, and the future of AI.

Some of the companies I have built can be found at:

https://receeve.com
https://collect.ai
https://riskident.com