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In this episode of our CVC series, Andreas Munk Holm and our CVC in-house expert, Jeppe Høier, talk with Marika King, Head of PINC, the corporate venture arm of Paulig.Marika shares how PINC was born to accelerate core innovation and deliver long-term impact across health, sustainability, and food security. She explains why PINC goes earlier than most CVCs and how they leverage Paulig’s R&D and cultural DNA to validate, support, and scale startups. Marika also offers candid reflections on governance structures, founder dynamics, and how her journey through burnout shaped her values as an investor.Here’s what’s covered:03:10 Early Stage Investments and Validation16:54 Governance and Structure of Pink Ventures24:00 Lessons in Structuring a Corporate Venture Fund26:34 Understanding the Role of a CVC27:03 Misconceptions About CVCs28:49 Flexibility and Patience in CVC Investments31:29 The Importance of Founder-Friendly A

Reece Chowdry, Founding Partner of Concept Ventures, shares his insights on transforming Europe’s pre-seed investment landscape. He discusses his bold strategy of leading rounds and providing substantial support to founders from day one. Reece emphasizes the importance of building trust and strong team dynamics to accelerate startup growth, while reflecting on his journey into early-stage investing. He also highlights the unique challenges of the European ecosystem and explores the dynamics of his father-son partnership in venture capital.

Carmen Alfonso Rico, a VC turned angel investor at Cocoa Ventures, and Evan Finkel, Head of Venture Capital Investments at Integra Global Advisors, delve into the evolving expectations of Limited Partners (LPs). They discuss strategies for targeting the right LPs and navigating the complexities of fundraising in varying market conditions. Carmen shares insights from her experiences with Cocoa Fund I and II, while Evan provides a framework on evaluating funds based on clarity and track record. Their conversation illuminates the critical dynamics of LP-GP relationships.

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where our good friends Dan Bowyer and Mads Jensen from SuperSeed in a discussion with Andrew J. Scott, Founding Partner at 7percent Ventures and Lomax Ward, General Partner at Outsized Ventures, cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape 💬Here’s what’s covered:01:31 Recent News and Highlights02:38 European Defense and Tech Investments07:41 UK and Turkish Startup Ecosystems30:42 Capital Efficiency in Europe vs. Silicon Valley31:34 Navigating the Middle of the Portfolio34:57 Insights from the 2024 PitchBook Report45:17 The Rise of the Turkish Startup Ecosystem

In this episode of our CVC series, Andreas Munk Holm talks with Bruno Moraes, Managing Director at Wayra, Telefónica’s corporate venture capital arm. With nearly 15 years of experience, Wayra stands out for its focus on driving strategic business value by connecting startups with Telefónica’s core operations across Europe and Latin America.Here’s what’s covered:03:40 Investment Strategies and Goals04:51 Fund Management and Structure06:32 Geographical and Vertical Focus08:28 Team Structure and Operations19:54 Evolution and Growth of WRA22:56 Incentives and Compensation in CVC

Chris Wade, Co-Founder of Isomer Capital, dives into the evolution of the European venture capital scene, spotlighting the surge from 20 unicorns in 2014 to nearly 400 today. He discusses the critical balance of transparency in reporting and the dynamics of Limited Partner Advisory Committees. Wade also addresses the new metrics for startup success, influenced by AI, and the importance of fostering unique value propositions to attract funding. His insights reveal both the rapid growth and future challenges facing European VCs.

Welcome to the first episode of our brand new podcast series focused on impact, where August Soliv, author of Impact Supporters, and Douglas Sloan, Managing Director at Better Society Capital, talk with Niklas Adalberth, co-founder of Klarna and the visionary behind the Norrsken Foundation.Here’s what’s covered:02:14 Niklas' Personal Journey and Realizations06:45 The Birth of Norsken Foundation11:30 Norsken's Global Expansion and Impact13:35 Balancing Commercial Success and Impact25:07 The Role of AI in Impact Investing39:50 Building a Mission-Driven Team43:04 Future of Impact VC and Norsken's Vision

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm talks with , co-founder of S16CV, a venture capital fund built on the foundation of a tight-knit founder community. Oleg shares the story of how S16 began in a Moscow apartment he shared with fellow founders, where casual poker nights evolved into startup discussions, business clubs, and an informal incubator.Here’s what’s covered:01:18 Alex's Entrepreneurial Journey05:17 Oleg's Background and Investment Experience06:50 The Birth of S16: From Poker Nights to a Tech Incubator10:37 Building a Global Community and Fund11:48 The Fund's Unique Approach and Strategy19:37 Productizing the Fund: Technology and Community29:36 Investment Success and Future Goals

Welcome to a new episode of the EUVC podcast, where our good friends Dan Bowyer from SuperSeed, in discussion with Andrew J. Scott, Founding Partner at 7percent Ventures, and Lomax Ward, General Partner at Outsized Ventures, cover recent news and movements in the European tech landscape 💬Here’s what’s covered:01:22 Klarna's IPO and European Market Insights04:19 AI, Tariffs, and Future Predictions24:35 European Venture Capital Trends25:52 Generative AI and Market Speculations29:56 Challenges in the European Tech Ecosystem35:30 UK AI Sector Report Insights46:22 Exciting Deals and Future Prospects

In this insightful episode of “Path to Market”, Director Natasha Lytton and co-host Micah Smurthwaite, Partner at Pipeline Ventures, are joined by Alicia Carney, a seasoned product marketing expert with extensive experience at high-growth startups like Deliveroo. Together, they dive deep into identifying and validating Ideal Customer Profiles (ICPs) in pre and post product-market fit stages. Alicia shares her insights on navigating early market fit through to scaling operations post-product market fit.Here what's covered:01:01 - 01:36 | Pre-Product Market Fit Strategies01:36 - 02:30 | Validating Customer Assumptions02:30 - 03:50 | Effective Customer Interviews03:50 - 05:04 | Identifying ICP and Pain Points06:23 - 07:39 | The Importance of Customer Feedback07:39 - 08:54 | Retention vs. Acquisition Strategies08:54 - 10:15 | Post-Product Market Fit Tactics