EUVC VC | E430 | NAP’s Claude Ritter and Stefan Walter and EIF’s Rene Andres, on Building Europe’s Future with Expert Founders
Mar 25, 2025
Claude Ritter and Stefan Walter, co-founders of NAP, share their journey of rebranding from Cavalry and their focus on investing in early-stage startups led by expert founders. Rene Andres, from the European Investment Fund, discusses the crucial intersection of tech and politics in Europe, urging entrepreneurs to engage in political discourse. The trio delves into the evolving dynamics of the European venture ecosystem, highlighting the need for transparency in partnerships and the significance of proprietary data in driving investment strategies.
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Europe's Defiant Venture Spirit
- Europe's venture ecosystem shows defiance and a sense of challenge.
- This defiant spirit is crucial for growth despite economic and political odds.
Balanced Tech Role in Politics
- European tech involvement in politics is increasing but should avoid extremes.
- Balanced engagement can push necessary technological and political change without replicating US models.
Venture Firm Evolution is Natural
- Venture firm partnerships evolve and change frequently over time.
- Firms must adapt strategy and team composition to remain relevant and successful.