About
I'm Johannes Herold, a tech entrepreneur based in Lübeck, Germany.
For over 30 years, I've been building digital businesses — from early internet infrastructure and hosting systems to AI-driven platforms and products today.
I focus on building end-to-end systems where architecture, product, and interface work as one. Some of these systems scale infrastructure. Others, like breathe, explore how technology fits into everyday human rituals.
Through idearockers, I'm currently building ventures including wynd (hyperlocal wind data), flowboost (AI content agents), and breathe (mindfulness app).
Previously, I founded and scaled checkdomain, which was acquired in 2019.
Outside of technology
- 🏄 Kitesurfer and ocean lover
- ❤️ Father of two
- ⚽ Lifelong football enthusiast
- 🎮 Gamer
- 🧬 Interested in longevity and personal growth
Track Record
2025–today · wynd
Community-driven wind data platform for kitesurfers & watersports – built entirely with AI.
AI-Built2023–today · flowboost AI
Enterprise AI middleware for content automation – helping brands scale voice & context across channels.
AI-Native2016–today · breathe Journey
Mindfulness app designed for intentional use and digital wellbeing. Over 20k downloads and 2M+ sessions.
2M+ Sessions2021–2023 · finhub
WealthTech SaaS for high-net-worth individuals to analyze, optimize & share their portfolios.
WealthTech SaaS2001–2019 · checkdomain
Founded and scaled one of Germany's leading hosting & domain providers. 8-figure exit to Dogado (group.ONE).
Acquired by group.ONE1996–1998 · chatworld
One of the first white-label chat & community platforms in Europe. Adopted by RTL, Sport1, Ikea & Techniker Krankenkasse.
First Mover