Europe Startup Ecosystem

Overview

Europe's startup ecosystem is one of the largest and most diverse in the world, with major hubs in London, Berlin, Paris, and Amsterdam. As of 2023, Europe is home to over 150,000 startups. Governments across the continent support entrepreneurship through various initiatives that provide funding, resources, and mentorship for startups. In 2022, European startups collectively raised approximately €100 billion in venture capital.

Size of the Market

The European startup ecosystem is expansive, with over 150,000 startups as of 2023. In 2022, these startups raised approximately €100 billion in venture capital, reflecting robust investor interest. This substantial funding pool supports startups at various stages, from early seed rounds to late-stage investments, facilitating growth and innovation across diverse sectors.

Key Strengths

Europe's strengths include a highly educated workforce, a strong tradition of innovation, and a strategic location with access to a large and diverse market. Major cities like London, Berlin, Paris, and Amsterdam have vibrant tech scenes, attracting significant investments and producing notable startups like Revolut, N26, and Adyen. The presence of world-class universities and research institutions fosters a collaborative environment for startups.

Major Hubs

London, Berlin, Paris, and Amsterdam are Europe's primary startup hubs. These cities are known for their dynamic tech ecosystems and have produced significant startups, such as Revolut in London, N26 in Berlin, and Adyen in Amsterdam. These hubs benefit from robust infrastructure, access to capital, and a high concentration of skilled talent.

Emerging Hubs

Emerging hubs in Europe include cities like Barcelona, Lisbon, and Stockholm. These cities are gaining traction due to their favorable business climates, increasing investment activity, and vibrant entrepreneurial communities. They offer growing opportunities for startups and investors looking to explore new markets.

Support Systems

The European startup ecosystem benefits from a strong network of incubators, accelerators, and co-working spaces. Initiatives like the European Innovation Council (EIC) and Horizon Europe provide mentorship, resources, and international exposure. These support systems are crucial for nurturing early-stage startups and helping them scale effectively.

Challenges

Challenges in the European startup ecosystem include regulatory complexities, economic disparities between regions, and limited access to late-stage funding in some areas. Navigating the diverse regulatory environments across different countries can be daunting for startups looking to scale internationally. Addressing these challenges is crucial for fostering a more cohesive and supportive ecosystem.

Opportunities and Future Outlook

Despite challenges, Europe is making significant strides in innovation and entrepreneurship. Continuous investment and technological advancement drive substantial growth opportunities. Europe's strategic location and extensive trade relationships provide startups with opportunities for international expansion, positioning the continent as a key player in the global innovation landscape.

Resilience and Adaptability

Europe's startup ecosystem has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability. The strong emphasis on sustainability and green technology drives innovation in sectors such as renewable energy and environmental technologies. As Europe continues to invest in its startup ecosystem, it is poised for further growth and development, contributing significantly to the global innovation landscape.

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Omri Benayoun
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 Paris, France
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Previous Investments
  • M: (Files)
  • CoachHub: $30070000 (Later stage VC)
  • ZOLAR: $29590000 (Later stage VC)
  • Acorus Networks: $6000000 (Early stage VC)
  • Herzsache:
  • Exporo: (mid stage)
  • Evaneos: (late stage)
  • Cintoo: $40000000 (Series B)
  • UpSlide: (Series Unknown)
  • Prolific: $32000000 (Series A)
  • Billogram: $15000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Billogram: $45000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Skello: $47000000 (Series B)
  • Rohlik: $120000000 (Series C)
  • Rohlik: $230000000 (Series B)
  • M-Files: $82000000 (Series C)
  • M-Files: $37000000 (Series B)
  • Brevo: $160000000 (Series B)
  • Brevo: $36000000 (Series A)
  • NA-KD.com: $23000000 (Series B)
  • NA-KD.com: $45000000 (Series B)
  • Urban Sports Club: (Series B)
  • MADE: $56000000 (Series D)
  • MADE: $60000000 (Series C)
  • EcoVadis: (Series Unknown)
  • EcoVadis: $32000000 (Series Unknown)
  • The Bouqs Company: $24000000 (Series C)
  • Brandwatch: $33000000 (Series C)
  • FreedomPop: $10000000 (Series B)
  • FreedomPop: $30000000 (Series B)

Omri Benayoun

Paris, France

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • IoT (& Wearables) • Cloud Services (& Infrastructure) • Payments

Description

General Partner - Growth fund at Partech

General Partner at Partech

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Jean-David Benichou
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 Paris, France
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Previous Investments
  • WeMoms: $670000 (Seed Round)
  • Hubware:
  • fintel.fr:
  • AXYN Robotique: (mid stage)
  • Dropcontact.io: (mid stage)
  • GOURMEY:
  • Sport Quantum: (early stage)
  • Uplaw: (early stage)
  • VOXSQUARE:
  • Archidvisor: (early stage)
  • Arianee: (early stage)
  • BTU, Lab 808:
  • Deepcoding:
  • Kourts: (early stage)
  • Spacemesh.io:
  • Worthy.com: (late stage)
  • Chouette: (early stage)
  • French Food Capital:
  • Kiwibox:
  • Level-Up: (early stage)
  • Levitection:
  • Shapr: (mid stage)
  • SIDE CAPITAL: (early stage)
  • UVEye: (mid stage)
  • Weglot: (early stage)
  • YUNIKON PRODUCTION: (early stage)
  • Demooz SAS: (mid stage)
  • Juliedesk:
  • Qonto: (early stage)
  • Regaind (acquired):
  • YouShould (acquired):
  • Revelator Ltd.: (mid stage)
  • Club Seror: (early stage)
  • Angage:
  • MobiquiThings (acquired):
  • Netmessage (acquired):
  • ViaDialog - Customer Interaction Management: (early stage)
  • Via.io:
  • Digicall:
  • Effidata: (early stage)
  • I-media (acquired):
  • WeWatches: $820000 (Seed)
  • Biomemory: $5000000 (Seed)
  • Fydem: $1000000 (Seed)
  • Fitfully: $450000 (Seed)
  • SimpliField, a Field Agent company: $450000 (Seed)

Jean-David Benichou

Paris, France

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion)

Description

Entrepreneur & Business Angel

President, Via.io


Jean-David Benichou is the Founder and serves as a President at Via.Io. He also is an Angel Investor. He serves as Board Member of Revelator. He co-founded Club Seror. Previously, he served as an Investment Advisor at CanalStart. He served as Board Member at Gulf Capital. He Founded, Co-founded and invested in over 30 companies. he is an entrepreneur since the age of 22. Curious, Enthusiast & Optimistic.

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Alberto Giusti
Investing in Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmeti...
 Turin Italy, Italy
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Previous Investments
  • Guilds42:
  • Italian Digital SME Alliance:
  • HUG Torino: (early stage)
  • TechItalia:
  • Kahuna Programmatic Specialists:
  • The Founder Institute:
  • Digital Building Blocks: (early stage)
  • 42Accelerator: (early stage)
  • Polo d'Innovazione di Genomica, Genetica e Biologia (Polo GGB):
  • 42 Advisory: (early stage)
  • Guanxi: (early stage)
  • Digital Companies:
  • Master Training S.r.l. (now ENIGEN Training S.r.l., part of Enigen group):
  • Alfa Layer S.r.l.:

Alberto Giusti

Turin Italy, Italy

Investing In

Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • Gaming (& eSports) • Consumer

Description

"Success comes before work only in the dictionary"

Founder of 4 internet companies (sold). Business angel and advisor in several european digital companies.

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David Waroquier
Investing in Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmeti...
 , Luxembourg
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Previous Investments
  • FreedomPop: $30000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Job Today: $20000000 (Later stage VC)
  • prooV: $14000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Moov: $12000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Tailor Brands: $4000000 (Early stage VC)
  • Kang Health: $3300000 (Seed Round)
  • TravelNest: $3000000 (Seed Round)
  • Badi: $3000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Qoorio: $2210000 (Seed Round)
  • Albert: $500000 (Seed Round)
  • Villiger: (Seed Round)
  • ezeep: (Later stage VC)
  • Flo (Application Software):
  • Ucpaas: $300000000 (Later stage VC)
  • letgo: $175000000 (Later stage VC)
  • K Health: $42000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Yva.ai: (mid stage)
  • RedPoints:
  • SynerScope B.V.: (mid stage)
  • KupiVIP.ru: (early stage)
  • Mangrove Capital Partners: (late stage)
  • Flo Health: $12000000 (Series A)
  • Lesara: $35000000 (Series D)
  • Lesara: $17000000 (Series B)
  • Lesara: $9000000 (Series A)
  • DreamTeam: (Seed)
  • Red Points: $14000000 (Series B)
  • Red Points: $2000000 (Series A)
  • Zesty: $7000000 (Series A)
  • Zesty: $1000000 (Seed)

David Waroquier

, Luxembourg

Investing In

Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services) • Healthcare (& Wellness)

Description

Board Member at Yva.ai

Operating Partner at Mangrove Capital Partners

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Joseph Sartre
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 San Francisco Bay Are..., U.S.A. - France
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Previous Investments
  • Cargo: $22000000 (Series A)
  • Cargo: $6000000 (Seed)
  • Cargo: $1000000 (Seed)

Joseph Sartre

San Francisco Bay Area - New York, U.S.A. - France

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Businesses Solutions • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Online Social • Consumer

Description

Most Interested In

I led investments in companies such as Cargo, Selfmade, Oto.ai and Fordays. Fascinated about the intersection of Technology and Commerce, I spend my time looking at technology infrastructure of the retail and commerce spaces as well as new models and marketplaces all enabling better consuming.

Not Interested In

I don’t invest in healthcare and biotechnology.

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Clément Buyse
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 , France
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Previous Investments
  • Bokio: (mid stage)
  • Clustree: (mid stage)
  • Meniga Rewards: (late stage)
  • Cornershop: (early stage)
  • Rewind Products:
  • 500 Startups: (mid stage)
  • HDWR: (early stage)
  • CREANDUM: (late stage)
  • TRAJAN CAPITAL:
  • CybelAngel: (mid stage)
  • France Digitale: (late stage)
  • Hyperlex Software: (early stage)
  • SIDE CAPITAL: (early stage)
  • PeopleDoc Inc.: (early stage)

Clément Buyse

, France

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Analytics • GovTech • Insurance (& InsurTech) • Mobile Apps • Real Estate (& Construction) • SaaS

Description

Cofounder PeopleDoc

Cofounder PeopleDoc

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Rouven esselhaus
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 Berlin, Germany
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Previous Investments
  • Next Caller: $10570000
  • Vamp: $260000
  • Inkitt: $37000000 (Series C)
  • Inkitt: $4000000 (Seed)
  • Inkitt: $1000000 (Seed)
  • Reaction Commerce: $9000000 (Series A)
  • Reaction Commerce: $3000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Meine Spielzeugkiste: (Series A)
  • Meine Spielzeugkiste: (Seed)
  • Winc: $18000000 (Series B)
  • Daily Ride: (Series Unknown)
  • Getsafe: $5000000 (Seed)
  • Fishbrain: $8000000 (Series A)
  • DemoUp: (Seed)
  • Medlanes: (Seed)
  • AirHelp: $220000 (Seed)
  • TVSmiles: $7000000 (Series A)
  • Itembase: $3000000 (Series A)
  • Datapine: (Series A)
  • Vice Golf: (Seed)
  • FOUNDD: $350000 (Angel)
  • Happy Kidz: (Series A)
  • simplesurance: (Seed)
  • Eduvee: (Seed)
  • Tradeshift: $17000000 (Series B)
  • friendfund: (Angel)

Rouven esselhaus

Berlin, Germany

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • PropTech • FinTech (& Financials services) • Sales (& Marketing) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Advertising • Logistics (& Distribution) • Real Estate (& Construction)

Description

Most Interested In

Founders who are pursuing daring projects. Big vision & able to deliver on the nitty gritty parts. Currently AI/ML, big data, process innovation.

Not Interested In

(e/m) commerce companies, pure adtech plays, hardware only firms


Rouven Dresselhaus serves as Co-Founding Partner & Managing Partner at Cavalry Ventures. Dresselhaus serves as Managing Director at Voltage Ventures. Prior to Voltage Ventures, Rouven has invested in more than 35 companies worldwide. He is the go-to guy for our portfolio companies whenever they need strategic advice, input on their product, network and fundraising. Rouven's academic career ended when he dropped out of WHU's Ph.D. program in order to pursue his passion in Venture Capital.

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Nicolas Douay
Investing in Education • BioTech • Cosm...
 Paris, France
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Previous Investments
  • I MAKE:
  • Clevy.io: (early stage)
  • Short Edition: (late stage)
  • Bene Bono (ex Hors Normes): $1000000 (Pre Seed)
  • Syntetica: $5000000 (Seed)
  • Swaive: $2000000 (Pre Seed)
  • Flowie: (Seed)
  • Guided Energy: $5000000 (Seed)
  • Naboo: $8000000 (Seed)
  • Spore Biotechnologies: $9000000 (Pre Seed)
  • Jimini AI: $2000000 (Seed)
  • autone: $3000000 (Seed)
  • Beavr: (Pre Seed)
  • Faktus: (Pre Seed)
  • Stokelp: $3000000 (Seed)
  • finres: $5000000 (Seed)
  • TORTUS AI: (Seed)
  • underdog: $4000000 (Seed)
  • Mizou AI: (Seed)
  • Djamo: $14000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Bealy health: $2000000 (Pre Seed)
  • Qobra: $6000000 (Seed)
  • Genomines: $5000000 (Seed)
  • Faircraft: $3000000 (Seed)
  • Bene Bono: $1000000 (Pre Seed)
  • Samp: (Seed)
  • Ambler: $7000000 (Series A)
  • Ambler: $2000000 (Seed)
  • Lalilo: $6000000 (Seed)
  • Lalilo: $2000000 (Seed)
  • Stockoss: $1000000 (Seed)
  • AdAlong: (Pre Seed)
  • Clevy: $2000000 (Seed)
  • Clevy: $590000 (Pre Seed)
  • Meero: $45000000 (Series B)
  • Meero: (Seed)
  • Memento: $580000 (Seed)
  • Eldorado: (Angel)
  • Choose: (Pre Seed)
  • Planity: $2000000 (Pre Seed)
  • WayKonect: $2000000 (Seed)
  • Cyclofix: (Seed)
  • Tiller Systems: $2000000 (Seed)
  • WebEngineering: $230000 (Seed)
  • KelDoc: $920000 (Seed)

Nicolas Douay

Paris, France

Investing In

Education • BioTech • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • CleanTech • A.I. (& Big Data) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Autonomous vehicles (& Cars) • Food & Beverage • Logistics (& Distribution) • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Consumer

Description

Entrepreneur & Investor

Tech entrepreneur | Early Stage Investor | Venture Partner


Nicolas Douay is a Co-Founder and serves as a Chief Operating Officer and General Manager at KelDoc. After five in a large international consulting firm in management information systems, Nicolas decided to start Keldoc.

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Christine Tsai
Investing in PropTech • Hardware (& Manufact...
 Palo Alto , San Franc..., U.S.A. - U.K. - South Korea - Japan
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Previous Investments
  • GoPillar (CoContest): $620000 (Seed Round)
  • Kin Insurance: $82000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Grin (e: (scooters))
  • Carsome: $20000000 (Later stage VC)
  • SmartHR: $13300000 (Later stage VC)
  • LottieFiles: $9000000 (Early stage VC)
  • Indio Technologies: $6000000 (Early stage VC)
  • CreditStacks: $4000000 (Seed Round)
  • Ghinwa: $3000000 (Seed Round)
  • Naluri Hidup: $1000000 (Seed Round)
  • Krosslinker: $920000 (Seed Round)
  • Osome: $150000 (Seed Round)
  • Nestrom: (Seed Round)
  • Grain: (Later stage VC)
  • Finedine Menu: (Seed Round)
  • BlockCypher Hijro burstIQ Libra Credit Network MedStack:
  • Sabbar:
  • Snapshyft:
  • Intrepid Group Asia:
  • TartanHQ: $5000000 (Seed)
  • Stack: $850000 (Seed)
  • Abound: $650000 (Pre Seed)
  • ProSky: $2400000 (Seed Round)
  • ProSky: $2000000 (Seed)
  • ProSky: $380000 (Seed)
  • Alphaus: $130000 (Seed)
  • Barn & Willow: $130000 (Seed Round)
  • Barn & Willow: $130000 (Seed)
  • GoPillar: $620000 (Seed)
  • Headout: $2000000 (Seed)
  • AstroPrint: $300000 (Seed)
  • AppZen: (Seed)
  • ViralGains: $3000000 (Seed)
  • Partender: (Seed)
  • Partender: $50000 (Seed)
  • CultureMap: $750000 (Seed)
  • Geekatoo: $500000 (Seed)
  • Friend Trusted: (Seed)
  • MailLift: $50000 (Seed)
  • Binpress: $1000000 (Seed)
  • Reesio: $210000 (Seed)
  • Reesio: $210000 (Seed Round)
  • Floqq: $50000 (Seed)
  • CapLinked: $900000 (Seed)

Christine Tsai

Palo Alto - San Francisco Bay Area, U.S.A. - U.K. - South Korea - Japan

Investing In

PropTech • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Sales (& Marketing) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • IoT (& Wearables) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services) • Real Estate (& Construction) • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Consumer

Description

CEO and Founding Partner at 500 Startups

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Geraldine Le Meur
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 New York , San Franci..., U.S.A. - France
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Previous Investments
  • Onoff Telecom: $1000000 (Seed Round)
  • Arsen: $3000000 (Seed)
  • Beamy: $6000000 (Series A)
  • BrioHR: $2000 (Seed)
  • Dresslife: (Seed)
  • Lalilo: $700000 (Seed)
  • Tempow: $300000 (Seed Round)
  • Onoff: $1000000 (Seed)

Geraldine Le Meur

New York - San Francisco Bay Area, U.S.A. - France

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Businesses Solutions • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • A.I. (& Big Data) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Future Of Work • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Consumer • Woman Focused

Description

We are a first stage venture partner, driven on bringing our community network effect power to support global ambition.

Most Interested In

LeFonds, Catalyst for Startups to scale-up global ambition We invest in supporting growth and scale at the pivotal internationalization moment A unique positioning filling a combined network & operation gap when going global Cross-border experience to support portfolio companies We are a first stage venture partner focused on investing in French-speaking founders who create solutions or products that sustainably satisfy identified & actionable market needs.

Not Interested In

People only seeking financing are not interested in benefiting from the power of a business community.

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Frederic Court
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 London, U.K.
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Previous Investments
  • UniqueSound: $1000000
  • Frichti: $33700000 (Later stage VC)
  • Job Today: $20000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Goop Inc.: $15000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Heetch: $12000000 (Later stage VC)
  • Papier: $3000000 (Early stage VC)
  • Splash: $2500000 (Later stage VC)
  • Shine: $2500000 (Later stage VC)
  • AllPlants: $800000 (Later stage VC)
  • Peanut: (Seed Round)
  • TravelPerk:
  • Adverity: (mid stage)
  • Mejuri: (mid stage)
  • Moonbug Entertainment:
  • Peloton Interactive: (late stage)
  • PerfectStay: (early stage)
  • Deliveroo: (mid stage)
  • Felix Capital: (early stage)
  • goop.com: (late stage)
  • Snell & Wilcox: (early stage)
  • Xperiti: (early stage)
  • YesChef: (early stage)
  • Cartesis:
  • LANCH: $7000000 (Seed)
  • Effy: $22000000 (Seed)
  • Creative Fabrica: $61000000 (Series B)
  • Creative Fabrica: $7000000 (Series A)
  • ScienceMagic.Studios: $10000000 (Pre Seed)
  • Noissue.co: $10000000 (Series A)
  • Mirakl: $560000000 (Series E)
  • Mirakl: $300000000 (Series D)
  • Mirakl: $70000000 (Series C)
  • Mirakl: $20000000 (Series B)
  • YOOBIC: $50000000 (Series C)
  • YOOBIC: $25000000 (Series B)
  • YOOBIC: $5000000 (Series A)
  • Kama: $3000000 (Seed)
  • UNMADE: $6000000 (Seed)
  • UNMADE: $4000000 (Series Unknown)
  • UNMADE: $3000000 (Seed)
  • Anine Bing: $15000000 (Series A)
  • Goop: $50000000 (Series C)
  • Goop: $15000000 (Series B)
  • Goop: $10000000 (Series A)
  • Highsnobiety: $9000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Olapic: $15000000 (Series B)
  • La Ruche qui dit Oui: $9000000 (Series B)
  • The Business of Fashion: (Series A)
  • Farfetch: $86000000 (Series E)
  • Farfetch: $66000000 (Series D)
  • Farfetch: $20000000 (Series C)
  • Farfetch: $18000000 (Series B)
  • Farfetch: $5000000 (Series A)
  • L’ArcoBaleno: (Series A)
  • Ubiquisys: $19000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Ubiquisys: $5000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Ubiquisys: $9000000 (Series Unknown)
  • Ubiquisys: $25000000 (Series B)
  • Ubiquisys: $12000000 (Series A)
  • Vitrue: $17000000 (Series C)
  • Dailymotion: $25000000 (Series C)
  • Dailymotion: $34000000 (Series B)
  • The Fizzback Group: $3000000 (Series B)
  • The Fizzback Group: $5000000 (Series A)
  • Qype: $11000000 (Series A)
  • Qype: (Series A)
  • Echovox: $8000000 (Series B)

Frederic Court

London, U.K.

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • Online Social • Consumer

Description

Founder and Investor at Felix Capital

Frederic Court is the Founder & serves as a Managing Partner at Felix Capital. He also serves as a Board Member at Goop. Frederic Court served as Board Member at YOOBIC. He was also the Co-Founder and served as the Managing Director at Etexx. He has worked in the technology industry for the past 18 years, most recently as General Partner with Advent Ventures in London. At Advent, Frederic led investments in Farfetch, Zong (sold to eBay), Vitrue (Oracle), Dailymotion (Orange), Qype (Yelp), Fizzback (Nice Systems) and Ubiquisys (Cisco). In parallel, he has been an active angel, mainly in digital lifestyle start-ups. Frederic was named "Investor of the Year" in Europe by its peers at the 2012 Investor All Stars event. Previously Frederic was an Entrepreneur in France, building a VC-backed online marketplace for the textile industry and before that a technology banker in London and New York with Lazard. A graduate of ESSEC in Paris and Bocconi University in Milan

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Michael Levit
Investing in Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) &b...
 San Francisco California, Netherlands
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Previous Investments
  • Sizzle (Application Software): $1800000
  • Polychain Capital MetaStable Pantera Blocktower Multicoin Capital:
  • Apptitude:
  • Dragonfly Partners:
  • Say Media: (late stage)
  • August Home, Inc.: (early stage)
  • Founders Den: (early stage)
  • Spigot: (early stage)
  • Accenture: (late stage)

Michael Levit

San Francisco California, Netherlands

Investing In

Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • IT (& TMT) • Media • Education • BioTech • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Advertising • Insurance (& InsurTech) • Mobile Apps • SaaS • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Mobile • Consumer • Productivity

Description

Co-Founder and CEO at Apptitude

Co-Founder and CEO at Apptitude


Michael Levit serves as the President at Spigot. He is also the Co-Founder of the company. He also served as Board Member at August Home. He also serves as the Managing Partner at Founders Den. Prior to Spigot, Michael ran the business side of Vendio, an eCommerce platform, where he grew transactions to $1.5+ billion/year before selling the business to Chinese giant Alibaba. Michael's previous experience includes starting AOL's Broadband division, running sales and marketing at Hearme and Paltalk, co-founding and overseeing Business Development at Bluelight.com a venture between Softbank, Martha Stewart, Kmart and Yahoo and working in Accenture's technology and strategy consulting practice where he co-founded the Internet Center in Palo Alto some 16 years ago.

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