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Founder of a top European VC firm accused of sexual harassment

Aug 17, 2023
Allegations of sexual harassment and workplace misconduct at a top European VC firm. DN Capital's founder accused of bullying and creating a culture of misogyny. DN Capital denies allegations and launches an independent investigation. Discussion on the broader implications of mistreatment of women in the male-dominated venture capital industry. Challenges faced by individuals in speaking out against misconduct at VC firms. Reflections on the impact and reaction to the allegations, emphasizing the need for change within the industry.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recent allegations of sexual harassment have emerged against DN Capital, a prominent London-based VC firm.
  • The investigation into DN Capital's misconduct allegations sheds light on the challenges of reporting such behavior in the venture capital industry.

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Allegations of Sexual Harassment at DN Capital

Recent allegations of sexual harassment have emerged against DN Capital, a prominent London-based VC firm. In an investigation conducted by Sifteh, 18 individuals who worked at the firm between 2003 and 2022 were interviewed, with seven of them alleging workplace misconduct, including bullying, sexual comments, and physical touching by the firm's founding partner, Nenad Maravak, during the early 2010s. DN Capital and Maravak have denied these allegations, stating that they do not reflect the firm's culture. DN Capital has initiated an independent investigation into the matter and Maravak has temporarily stepped back from day-to-day management. This case highlights the issue of workplace misconduct in the male-dominated venture capital industry and its impact on women's participation in tech and entrepreneurship.

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