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Today, Andreas talks with Paula Wehmeyer , Partner at General Catalyst , a global investment powerhouse that partners with the world’s most ambitious entrepreneurs to drive resilience and applied AI. General Catalyst has $8B in new capital, with a track record spanning over 700 investments in transformative companies like Stripe , Airbnb , Anduril , and Helsing . Paula has an extensive background...

In today’s episode, Andreas and Jeppe sit down with Petr Mikovec , Managing Director and Chairman of InvenCapital , the corporate venture capital arm of CEZ Group . They discuss how InvenCapital operates with a unique dual-funding structure in collaboration with the European Investment Bank (EIB), blending corporate strategy with financial investment goals. InvenCapital, which manages €500M and fo...

In today’s episode, Andreas talks with Oliver Holle , Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Speedinvest , and Ekaterina Almasque , General Partner at OpenOcean , to unpack the current landscape of AI investing. Speedinvest, a €500M generalist fund, and OpenOcean, a €150M fund specializing in AI and deep tech, offer contrasting yet complementary perspectives on how VCs are navigating the rapid advance...

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where our good friends Dan Bowyer and Mads Jensen from SuperSeed have a discussion with Lomax Ward , General Partner at Outsized Ventures to cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape. 💬 Go to eu.vc for our core learnings and the full video interview 👀

In today’s episode of the European VC Podcast, we have a powerful conversation with Rupda , a trauma therapist and expert in somatic healing, to explore the profound impact of self-awareness, connection, and body-based healing on personal and professional lives. If you’re a founder, investor, or someone striving for balance, this episode offers transformative insights into navigating stress, build...

In this episode of the EU CVC podcast, Andreas and Jeppe, our in-house CVC expert talks with Mike Smeed , Managing Director at InMotion Ventures , the corporate venture capital arm of JLR (Jaguar Land Rover). InMotion Ventures is one of the most active corporate investors in the UK, with a global presence from the UK, Bay Area, and Tel Aviv. The team focuses on Seed to Series A investments, with t...

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 and Lomax Ward , General Partner at Outsized Ventures , cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape 💬 Go to eu.vc for our core learnings and the full video interview 👀

For today’s episode, Andreas is joined by  Hampus Jakobsson , General Partner at  Pale Blue Dot ,  Michael Smith , General Partner at  Regeneration VC , and  Tobias Seikel  from  Planet A  to discuss the future of climate tech in the wake of Trump’s reelection. Together, they analyze how shifting narratives and geopolitical dynamics will impact the climate agenda and the broader venture ecosystem....

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Dan Taylor , former journalist and Director of Content at CEW Communications is joined by Itxaso del Palacio , General Partner at Notion Capital Nico Goulet , Founding Partner at Adara Ventures Stefan Mores , Managing Partner at Indico Capital Partners. Together, they explore the dynamics of the Iberian startup and VC ecosystem, highlighting the region's streng...

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where we’ll cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape with  Dan Bowyer  and  Mads Jensen  from  SuperSeed . Go to eu.vc to read the core take-aways.

In today’s episode, Andreas talks with Nico Schoenenberger , part of the Investment Team at 10x Founders , a Munich-based fund with €160M AUM in Fund I. 10x Founders focuses on early-stage investments (Pre-Seed/Seed) across Europe and the US, with a portfolio spanning sectors like B2B SaaS and Fintech. Notable investments include Ixana, magic, Ivy, Fernride, and cylib. Nico dives into the dynamics...

In today’s episode, Andreas talks with Christian Meermann , Founding Partner at Cherry Ventures and a Forbes Midas Lister. ith a €320M fund size and €1B in AUM, Cherry Ventures has made its mark across Europe by backing companies like Flixbus, Auto1, Flaschenpost, Finimize, and Ninetailed. Headquartered in Germany, the fund focuses on early-stage investments (Pre/Seed/Seed+) across both B2B softwa...

In today’s episode, Andreas talks with with Kaari Kink , Investment Manager at Superangel and Chair of EstVCA , and Margus Uudam , Partner at Karma Ventures and a long-time pioneer in venture capital, to uncover the secrets behind Estonia’s rise as one of Europe’s most dynamic startup ecosystems. Estonia, known for producing global champions like Skype, Bolt, and Wise, has become a model for entre...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas talks with Avid Larizadeh Duggan, Senior Managing Director (EMEA) at Teachers' Venture Growth (TVG), the venture arm of Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP) , headquartered in Toronto. TVG has €5.4B in assets under management, backing innovative companies like Canva, Databricks, DeepL, and SpaceX. Avid brings experience from her work leading investment...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas is joined by Mike Reiner , General Partner at 432 Legacy , Fred Destin from Stride , and Rupda , a coach specializing in deep work retreats. The conversation explores the role of inner work in venture capital, highlighting its potential to improve founder-investor relationships, reduce burnout, and foster personal growth. Mike shares how 432 Legacy inte...

Welcome to a special episode of the EUVC podcast! This time, we’re experimenting with a new format where we bring together a founder and two of their key investors to uncover the dynamics behind building and scaling a venture-backed company. In this episode, we’re joined by Stanislav Poslavsky , CEO and Co-Founder of MiLaboratories , a US-based biotech company founded in 2021. Focused on providing...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas sits down with Michael McGraw , Principal at Inovia Capital , a €415M growth equity fund headquartered in Canada but making waves in Europe. Inovia has €2.3B in assets under management and a track record of backing companies like Cohere , Lightspeed , Neo4j , and Wealthsimple . Mike brings a unique perspective shaped by his journey from LP at CDPQ—one o...

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where our good friends Dan Bowyer and Mads Jensen from SuperSeed , discuss with Lomax Ward , General Partner at Outsized Ventures , to cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape 💬 Go to eu.vc to read the core take-aways. Chapters: 00:47 Personal Story: Full Body Scan Experience 01:58 Health Tech Renaissance 02:47 Preventative Healt...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas sits down with Mike Reiner and Joachim Laqueur , General Partners at 432 Legacy , the successor to Acrobator Ventures . Mike and Joachim are investors with deep expertise in scaling B2B software and software-enabled hardware startups across Europe and the US. With a fund size of around €50M and €28M in assets under management, 432 Legacy is focused on s...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas talks with Robin Haak , the solo GP behind Robin Capital , and Jerome Ternynck , founder of SmartRecruiters and a new initiative called Rypples . Together, we explore the evolution of recruiting, why "you are who you hire," and how AI is reshaping talent acquisition. Jerome brings insights from decades in HR tech, while Robin adds the investor’s perspec...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas talks with Benoit Vandevivere , CEO of Consentio and a driving force behind the eu/acc movement . Benoit is an advocate for innovation and technology in Europe, frequently speaking on the global stage for tech founders, policymakers, and institutions such as the NYSE and the European Commission. Together, we’ll dive into the origins and mission of the e...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas talks with Alberto Chalon , founding GP of Giano Capital and an expert with a decade of experience in venture secondaries. Andreas and Alberto dive deep into the sell-side of venture secondaries, exploring the fundamentals that drive the market, the motivations of key players, and the nuances of preparing for a sale. Alberto shares his sophisticated app...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas talks with Sandeep Bakshi , Head of European Investments at Prosus Ventures . Andreas and Sandeep discuss the evolving dynamics of early-stage investing across Europe and beyond, sharing insights into how Prosus Ventures identifies opportunities in a global landscape. Sandeep offers his perspective on navigating the European VC scene, reflecting on the...

Hello and welcome back to 'At The Cap Table”, a podcast series here at EUVC, where we explore the journeys and insights of some of the most influential leaders in venture capital. Today, we’re thrilled to have Evgenia Plotnikova , General Partner at London HQ’d Dawn Capital.  From her start in investment banking during the financial crisis to her role now in VC, she talks about the challenges, suc...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas sits down with  Jan Lynn-Matern , Founder and General Partner at  Emerge , a global pre-seed fund backed by over 100 leading operators in the future of work and learning. Jan shares Emerge’s mission to democratize access to opportunity for early-stage founders, providing not just capital but deep expertise and a community of seasoned professionals. Toge...