Stefan Schneider

Mittelständische Beteiligungs GmbH Thüringen (MBG Thüringen) is an independent German private equity firm which was founded in 1993 to broaden the equity base of medium-sized enterprises in Thüringen. Headquartered in Erfurt, the firm's shareholders include regional chambers of commerce, banks and savings banks. In addition to financing, MBG Thüringen provides their investee companies with business advice, access to their network of contacts as well as workshops and lectures on business topics.

Bürsgschaftsbank Thüringen GmbH is a private company based in Erfurt, Germany. The German company provides guarantees to Thuringian companies and freelancers for financing from banks when collateral is lacking. The company was founded in 1990 and is led by CEOs Michael Burchardt and Stefan Schneider.