Mr. Schroeck is a Managing Partner of Cipio Partners, a firm that manages a portfolio of investments in close to 60 companies in Software, Semiconductor, Communications and Life Sciences. Prior to joining Cipio Partners, Maximilian served as Managing Director at Agilent Ventures, overseeing Agilent’s global venture investments in communication and measurement technologies as well as life sciences. Maximilian was also in charge of Agilent’s corporate strategy group and new business development program, where he launched and managed efforts in nano-scale measurement and other emerging technology areas. Maximilian holds MBA and Doctorate degrees in Strategic Management from Munich University, Germany.