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Dr David von Rosen

International Entrepreneur & Investor

Dubai, AE


David von Rosen
Isabelle von Ribbentrop
Pictet Group
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2929 Entertainment, LLC

David von Rosen’s Biography

Dr David von Rosen-von Hoewel is an international investor and serial entrepreneur, renowned for establishing highly successful global enterprises in fintech, gaming, fashion, and real estate.

Through his family office, VONROSEN, David strategically invests worldwide, prioritising sectors such as edtech, renewables, nutrition, defence, and mobility. His investments are characterised by a preference for early-stage, high-risk ventures in which he often takes a majority share. In 2023, his profitable majority investments generated over $1 billion.

In 2013, von Rosen founded Lottoland, a gaming and gambling enterprise serving over 18 million customers across 15 markets. Lottoland set a world record in 2018 for the largest-ever online payout of €90 million.

David recently launched 25 Degrees, a luxury real estate developer in Dubai focused on exclusive residential properties. He is also the founder of Favrr, the world’s first platform enabling the purchase of stakes in celebrities, which also promotes ocean conservation.

His passion for conservation extends to Lottoland, which...
Dr David von Rosen-von Hoewel is an international investor and serial entrepreneur, renowned for establishing highly successful global enterprises in fintech, gaming, fashion, and real estate.

Through his family office, VONROSEN, David strategically invests worldwide, prioritising sectors such as edtech, renewables, nutrition, defence, and mobility. His investments are characterised by a preference for early-stage, high-risk ventures in which he often takes a majority share. In 2023, his profitable majority investments generated over $1 billion.

In 2013, von Rosen founded Lottoland, a gaming and gambling enterprise serving over 18 million customers across 15 markets. Lottoland set a world record in 2018 for the largest-ever online payout of €90 million.

David recently launched 25 Degrees, a luxury real estate developer in Dubai focused on exclusive residential properties. He is also the founder of Favrr, the world’s first platform enabling the purchase of stakes in celebrities, which also promotes ocean conservation.

His passion for conservation extends to Lottoland, which has planted over 2.7 million trees and is the sector's first carbon neutral company.

Von Rosen's entrepreneurial journey began with CareerConcept in 2002, a novel higher education funding business. His influential role was recognized in 2008 when he was named a 'Young Global Leader' by the World Economic Forum.

He ventured into the fashion industry in 2008 with the VONROSEN label, which produced the black turtleneck pullover worn by Steve Jobs as he unveiled the iCloud in 2011.

Educated in economics and business at the European Business School, David earned his PhD in Economics from the University of Economics in Prague. Fluent in English, German, French, and Spanish, he now resides in Dubai and Switzerland.

David von Rosen is a passionate adventurer and athlete. He also enjoys travel, collecting sports cars and modern art, and is training for his Private Pilot Licence.
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David von Rosen’s Background

Favrr
Founder
2023 - Present
Favrr is a Web3-powered platform that transforms fan communities, gaming, and philanthropy with a revolutionary 'fan-to-earn' model for supporting and engaging with favourite passions.
 
25 Degrees
Founder
2022 - Present
Dubai, AE
25 Degrees is a boutique property development company based in Dubai. The company works with leading architects, interior designers, and contractors to create luxurious properties that rival those found in major European cities. The name 25 Degrees refers to Dubai’s latitudinal location north of the equator.
 
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David von Rosen’s Gallery

Media

UAE creates federal authority for ‘commercial gaming’ as casino giants flock to Gulf Arab nation
Video
Sep 2023
Dubai, AE
David contributed to this Associated Press discussion on the subject of commercial gaming in the United Arab Emirates. He appears 1:45 minutes into the clip.
 

Interviews

David Von Rosen: 10 Rules For Business Success
Interviewee
Jul 2024
David von Rosen prioritises risk-taking, global investment, sector diversity, active involvement, people-first approaches, philanthropy, long-term focus, in-house operations, strong company culture, and exploring uncharted markets as his ten rules for business success.
 
Expert: Startups Should Avoid Outsourcing HR to AI
Interviewee
Jun 2024
David von Rosen argues that startups should manage HR in-house to maintain essential human interactions, emphasizing the limitations of AI in understanding company culture and interpersonal dynamics. He highlights the risks of outsourcing HR functions to AI, particularly in critical areas like talent acquisition and team integration.
 
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Thought Leadership

US investors can supercharge Dubai’s real estate market, but the city will need to lure them in
Author
Jun 2024
Dubai, AE
David von Rosen believes that Dubai’s real estate market could skyrocket with targeted US investment but proactive engagement, showcasing lifestyle perks and favourable tax policies, alongside cultural marketing and partnerships with US wealth advisors, is essential.
 
POV: Why outsourcing HR is always a mistake
Author
Jun 2024
David von Rosen believes that startups should invest in their own HR departments to maintain control over company culture and operations, arguing that outsourcing HR removes the personal touch and understanding necessary to build a cohesive team and effective workplace environment.
 
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Features

Lottery licence heralds UAE gaming industry growth
Quoted
Jul 2024
Dubai, AE
David von Rosen is quoted in this article regarding the UAE's first lottery license and a new gaming regulation framework could transform the nation into a major player in the global gaming industry, potentially generating $8.5 billion annually.
 
Super prime property developer launches on Palm Jumeirah to cater for influx of global elite
Featured
Feb 2024
Dubai, AE
David von Rosen launched 25 Degrees, a luxury property developer in Dubai, aiming to meet the rising demand from ultra-high-net-worth individuals for European-style, super prime homes. The first project, a beach villa on Palm Jumeirah, exemplifies the company's focus on high European standards and luxury. Von Rosen plans to expand this venture to sell 100 properties by 2030.
 
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Publications

I didn’t need a lawyer when I started my startup. You probably don’t either
Author
Dec 2023
In this Op-Ed piece for Sifted, David argues that most of a startup’s legal work can be done in-house.
 
The next fintech unicorn will be a firm that completes the transition to cashless societies
Author
Nov 2023
Writing as a guest author in Tech.EU, Dr David von Rosen-von Hoewel argues that the next fintech unicorn will be a company that facilitates small cash payments in the informal economy.
 
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Awards & Recognition

World Economic Forum
Young Global Leader
2008
Davos, CH
 

Business Interests

VONROSEN
Principal
VONROSEN is a private wealth management and investment firm and the family office of David von Rosen.
 

David von Rosen’s Education