EUVC VC | E458 | Norrsken’s Sara Kappelmark & Willem Vriesendorp on Impact-Driven EU Policy & Supporting Mission-Driven Founders
May 2, 2025
42:33
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 regulation, starting with the launch of the Norrsken House in Brussels. From climate tech to deep tech, they unpack why now is the moment for VCs and startups to engage with policy, how smart regulation can unlock real scale, and why Europe may be on the brink of its own era of exceptionalism.Here’s what’s covered:
- 04:15 The Importance of Regulation in Venture Capital
- 06:04 The Excitement in Brussels: Tech and Policy
- 12:27 The Role of Norkin House in Brussels
- 16:55 Engaging in Policy as a Small VC Firm or Startup
- 20:26 The Importance of Sustainability in Tech
- 26:07 The Role of VCs and Founders in Shaping Policy