People behind Delux

Lukas C. C. Hempel is a serial tech entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Delux Group. With extensive experience building and scaling technology ventures, Lukas brings deep operational and financial expertise to the table. As Founder & CEO of bookingkit, Europe’s leading B2B SaaS platform for tours and activities, he has led the company from inception to market leadership. His early ventures include founding web hosting and ecommerce companies, with multiple successful exits.

At Delux, Lukas focuses on identifying and shaping high-impact digital ventures. He has advised or invested in a broad portfolio of companies across SaaS, ecommerce, and real estate, frequently contributing to M&A processes, equity strategies, and goal-setting. His dual background in information systems (B.Sc.) and finance (M.Sc.) enables him to bridge technical depth with commercial foresight. Beyond capital, Lukas supports founders and leadership teams with hands-on experience in building scalable structures, raising capital, and navigating strategic inflection points.

Lukas is actively involved in the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a board member and Forum Chair of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization Berlin. Known for his clarity, strategic thinking, and global outlook, he maintains a strong network across the German Mittelstand and startup community. Whether as an operator, advisor, or investor, Lukas’ mission is to back purposeful innovation — and to help founders turn smart execution into enduring value.

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