Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast 'Defence is where we can play all our superpowers': Visionaries Club’s Rob Lacher
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Jun 12, 2025 Rob Lacher, founding partner at Visionaries Club, discusses the urgent need for Europe to boost its defense capabilities. He highlights how VCs can support this sector beyond merely providing capital. Lacher shares insights on innovative investment strategies in defense and the significance of building strong networks among venture funds. He also reflects on the remarkable growth of the AI startup Lovable and introduces new partner Judith Dada, emphasizing their fresh approach to venture capital and the importance of collaboration.
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Rob Meets Lovable Founder Anton
- Rob Lacher met Lovable founder Anton first through a dinner event and later coffee in Stockholm.
- Anton impressed with radical independent thinking and constant quest for product feedback.
Partnering with Global Leads
- Visionaries Club pairs founders with global later-stage funds instead of leading huge rounds alone.
- This approach benefits founders by providing strong lead investors and an extensive entrepreneurial network.
Unique LP Base Combines Digital and Industry
- Visionaries Club’s LP base includes successful entrepreneurs and family-run industrial market leaders.
- This combination enables connecting next-gen digital startups with Europe’s industrial heavyweight companies.