EUVC

In this episode, sits down with GP . From launching Nebular after FTX’s collapse to backing AI, data centers in space, and fossil startups, Finn shares the unpredictable and highly personal journey of building a fund from scratch. A manifesto for curiosity-led investing emerges, as does a bold vision for reshaping European venture and policy. Here’s what’s covered: 01:25 Leaving Frontline, Launchi...

In this episode, talks with , co-founder of and , to unpack what it takes to build food startups that change the system. Kasper argues that creating better food is not about crafting the perfect health product for the elite, but about designing for impact, scale, and real-world distribution. They explore why traditional VC models often fail food startups, how founders can balance purpose with plat...

In this episode, is joined by and Enrique Molina from to explore how capital can be deployed with purpose to accelerate the circular economy. From personal stories to portfolio-level insight, this conversation shows how values-based investing can be compatible with venture returns. and unpack the urgency of systems change, how storytelling shapes capital flows, and why they believe Europe’s sustai...

, Managing Partner at , joins and to explore how corporate venture capital can drive transformation in Europe’s most iconic industries. From autonomy to AI and natural-fiber composites, the episode dives deep into how BMW’s venture arm scans, invests, and hedges across global markets while staying rooted in strategy and sustainability. 🎧 Here’s what’s covered: 04:11 Investment Focus: From Smart S...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm sits down with Oliver Holle, Founding Partner at Speedinvest, to unpack Europe’s current position in the global venture landscape. Fresh off the EUVC Summit and gearing up for GITEX, Oliver brings the heat — calling out flawed narratives, making the case for political engagement by founders and VCs, and breaking down the strategic implications of geopolitical cap...

In a new episode of “Path to Market” , our Director Natasha Lytton and her co-host Micah Smurthwaite , Partner at Pipeline Ventures are joined by Ryan Lieber , an experienced Go-to-Market Leader and one of Snowflake’s earliest employees and its first SDR. Together they discuss Snowflake’s impressive growth trajectory, the challenges and strategies of category creation, key sales methodologies like...

In this episode, is joined by and , General Partners at , a £ 600 M+ consumer and retail-focused investment and innovation firm, to explore what it means to be a sector specialist in venture—and why that matters more than ever in today’s market. They unpack how True brings together deep operational experience, a robust corporate network, and full life-cycle investment—from pre-seed to public marke...

In this episode, sits down with , co-founder and Partner at , to challenge a common VC misconception—adaptation isn’t plan B, it’s a billion-dollar frontier. From heat-proofing megacities in the Global South to tackling the carbon cost of concrete, Christian breaks down why the climate crisis needs more than mitigation—and why adaptation is just as investable. Christian shares how 2150 is building...

In this episode, talks with to unpack the thesis behind , a fund purpose-built to back industrial deep tech founders emerging from Europe’s labs and institutes. Sebastian explores why Europe's frontier innovation requires new LP-GP dynamics, portfolio construction models, and national ambition—and how family offices and sovereign industrial strategy can unlock a generational leap in European d...

In this episode,  Andreas Munk Holm  talks with  Dave Haynes  at  FOV Ventures  to unpack how the evolution of multimodal AI, audio intelligence, and teleoperation are driving a new wave of human-computer interaction. From audio-enhancing models like AI Acoustics to video synthesis via 3D engines, and from VR-powered robot control to wearable AI glasses—you'll get a front-row seat to the techn...

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where our good friends  Dan Bowyer  and  Mads Jensen  from  SuperSeed , in discussion with  Lomax Ward  from  Outsized Ventures   to cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape. Behind the headlines—wind implosions, deep tech dead ends, exit deserts, secondaries, and AI drama—lie seismic shifts that will define the trajectory of Euro...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm talks with Jon Coker , co-founder and GP at Eka Ventures , to unpack the strategy behind their conviction-led investment model and its outsized outcomes. Jon shares why Eka’s focus on consumer health and sustainable consumption is redefining what it means to deliver impact from venture, not just within it. Jon challenges the traditional index-style logic of ventu...

In this episode,  Andreas sits down with Exit of The Year Finalist Fergal Mullen , Founding Partner at Highland Europe , to explore the firm’s growth-only investment strategy and what it really takes to scale durable, capital-efficient European champions. Fergal shares why Highland’s equal partnership model is more than just internal structure—it’s a reflection of how trust, alignment, and founder...

In this episode,  Andreas Munk Holm  sits down with  Andreas Klinger —founding team at  Product Hunt , ex-CTO at  On Deck , and now GP at  Prototype Capital —to dive into the work behind  EU Inc. , a grassroots initiative to fix Europe’s fragmented startup ecosystem by rewriting its regulatory plumbing. Klinger shares how his experience as a founder and investor on both sides of the Atlantic led t...

In this short but insightful episode of the EUVC Podcast, we’re joined by George Robson of Sequoia and Benjamin, our trusted ambassador from Tech Barbecue, for a candid conversation on the transformative impact of AI—especially through the lens of content creation. The group touches on the disconnect between innovators and the mainstream when it comes to AI adoption. George and Benjamin reflect on...

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where  Dan Bowyer  and  Mads Jensen  of  SuperSeed  and  Lomax  from  Outsized Ventures  dive deep into the macro and micro of European venture, joined this week by special guest  Chris Elphick , Head of Venture Capital at the  British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA). Together, they pull back the curtain on the real stories shap...

In this episode,  Andreas Munk Holm  talks with  Daniel Dippold  to unpack the vision behind  EWOR , a venture platform designed not as a fund but as a self-reinforcing ecosystem where LPs become builders, the community drives capital, and Europe’s boldest entrepreneurs find a launchpad. Daniel challenges the traditional LP-GP dynamic, advocating instead for an interconnected flywheel where educat...

In this episode,  Charles Martin  of  Kinnevik  unpacks how their evergreen investment model fuels sustainable growth—enabling long-term, hands-on support that aligns deeply with entrepreneurs through every stage. By eliminating the pressure of fixed fund lifecycles, Kinnevik can take a hands-on approach, offering support through various growth stages and aligning closely with entrepreneurs over t...

In this episode,  Andreas Munk Holm  talks with  Sara Kappelmark , Co-CEO of  Norrsken Foundation , and  Willem Vriesendorp , Founder of  Sustainable Public Affairs , to explore the powerful intersection of venture capital, sustainability, and EU policymaking. In this episode, Sara and Willem share how they’re bridging the gap between Europe’s most mission-driven founders and the often distant wor...

In this episode of our  "Behind European Unicorns" series ,  David Cruz e Silva  talks with  Dan Vahdat , the founder and CEO of  Huma , to unpack the journey behind one of Europe’s standout digital health scale-ups. Founded in 2011, Huma is headquartered in London and has grown to approximately 500 employees, raising over €275 million to date. Dan shares how the company evolved from sup...

Welcome to a new episode of our podcast series focused on impact, where  August Soliv , author of Impact Supporters, and  Douglas Sloan , Managing Director at  Better Society Capital , talk with  Marie Ekeland , Founder and CEO of  2050  and one of Europe’s most forward-thinking impact investors. In this episode, Marie shares how her path, from coding at J.P. Morgan to founding France Digitale and...

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where our good friends Dan Bowyer and Mads Jensen from SuperSeed in a discussion with Andrew J. Scott , Founding Partner at 7percent Ventures , cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape 💬

In this episode,  Andreas Munk Holm  talks with  Karma Samdup , Head of Private Funds and Venture in Europe in Haynes Boone's London office, and  Vicki Odette , Partner in Dallas and New York, at  Haynes Boone . They discuss the legal considerations in launching and managing venture capital funds. They also provide a detailed overview of key issues such as fund structuring, regulatory complian...

In this episode of our CVC series,  Andreas Munk Holm  and our CVC in-house expert,  Jeppe Høier , talk with  Marika King , Head of  PINC , the corporate venture arm of Paulig. Marika shares how PINC was born to accelerate core innovation and deliver long-term impact across health, sustainability, and food security. She explains why PINC goes earlier than most CVCs and how they leverage Paulig’s R...

In this episode we're spotlighting  Emerging Manager of the Year  finalist Concept Ventures.  Andreas  talks with  Reece Chowdhry , Founding Partner of  Concept Ventures , about his bold approach to pre-seed: leading rounds, writing big checks early, and building founder trust from day one. Curious who else made the shortlist? Stay tuned—the big reveal’s coming soon. Reece shares his journey i...