The European VC

If you tuned in hoping for crisp conclusions on fund performance, you may have left empty-handed. But if what you came for was a razor-sharp, high-stakes debate on the mechanics of venture economics—then this was your moment. Fourteen minutes of fierce dialogue at the EUVC Summit, and not a second wasted. Here’s how it went: “If you're drawing any conclusions from those data sets... be my friend....

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm is joined by Jeremy Uzan , co-founder and GP at Singular , for a look at how a “plain vanilla” approach to venture—driven by deep founder focus and relentless performance orientation — can be a powerful advantage. Together, they unpack the mechanics behind Singular’s model, how the team stays agile without a rigid thesis, and what it means to create an empowering...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm sits down with Nebular GP Finn Murphy . 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 cov...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm talks with Kasper Hulthin , co-founder of Kost Capital and Future Five , 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...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm is joined by Guenther Dobrauz-Saldapenna and Enrique Alvarado Hablutzel from Chi Impact Capital 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. Guenther and Enrique unpack the urgency...

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...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm sits down with Christian Hernandez , co-founder and Partner at 2150 , 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 invest...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm talks with Sebastian Pollok to unpack the thesis behind Visionaries Tomorrow , 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 s...

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 technologies th...

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 and Andrew J. Scott , Founding Partner at 7percent Ventures , 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 seism...

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 Munk Holm 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, an...

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 to a mis...

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 for an interconnected flywheel where education, stor...

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. Charles highlights the shift in venture capital, where today’s focus is not just on financial returns but also on building adaptable companies with strong governance and positive societal im...

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 world of...

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 supporting rar...

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 now 2...

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 💬 Here’s what’s covered: * 03:05 AI and Autonomous Driving Innovations * 07:18 European Investment Trends * 12:01 Breakthroughs in Food Tech * 17:...

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&D an...

Editor’s Note – Andreas Munk Holm, co-founder of eu.vc We've recently shared raw updates from an anonymous first-time manager’s diary, and you've loved it. Today, we bring you the reflections and learnings from a Fund II manager. Fund II is a critical milestone—you're back tapping the shoulders of friends (and maybe a few institutions) who've supported you once already. Some expect your return; ot...

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. Here’s what’s covered: * 03:17 Reece...

In this episode of the EUVC podcast, Andreas talks with Carmen Alfonso Rico , a self-described VC turned angel at Cocoa Ventures . and Evan Finkel , Head of Venture Capital Investments at Integra Global Advisors . Evan outlines a framework for how LP expectations evolve across different fund stages, highlighting key criteria like thesis clarity, team credibility, track record, and consistency of e...

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where our good friend Dan Bowyer from SuperSeed meets with Andrew J. Scott , Founding Partner at 7percent Ventures , Lomax Ward , General Partner at Outsized Ventures , and Dilek Dayınlarlı , General Partner at ScaleX Venture ,s to cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape 💬 Here’s what’s covered: * 01:31 Recent News and Highlight...

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 compliance, corne...