About

Johannes Herold

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-Built

2023–today · flowboost AI

Enterprise AI middleware for content automation – helping brands scale voice & context across channels.

AI-Native

2016–today · breathe Journey

Mindfulness app designed for intentional use and digital wellbeing. Over 20k downloads and 2M+ sessions.

2M+ Sessions

2021–2023 · finhub

WealthTech SaaS for high-net-worth individuals to analyze, optimize & share their portfolios.

WealthTech SaaS

2001–2019 · checkdomain

Founded and scaled one of Germany's leading hosting & domain providers. 8-figure exit to Dogado (group.ONE).

Acquired by group.ONE

1996–1998 · chatworld

One of the first white-label chat & community platforms in Europe. Adopted by RTL, Sport1, Ikea & Techniker Krankenkasse.

First Mover