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This report highlights some of the traits I like most about European founders: diversity, multicultural backgrounds, and deep academic expertise. While the industry still has a long way to go in supporting more diverse teams, I was encouraged to see that mixed-gender teams raise more than all-male teams. Progress is happening. Check out the full report below!

❗Fresh off the press: If you ever wonder what traits European VCs look for in the founders they back, our latest report dives into a decade of European founder traits, to lift the lid on the signals driving the headlines 🤓 Check out the full report ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eum45Rwp 🗞️ or dig into the press articles covering the report today: >> Handelsblatt (https://lnkd.in/ek5J6FKD) >> UKTN (https://lnkd.in/exVaty5w) >> Startups Magazine (https://lnkd.in/e5Sx5Znd)

At NGP Capital, we dove into how founding team characteristics influence fundraising success for European VC-backed startups. Exploring a fresh dataset is always an adventure—you never know what you’ll uncover. This time, the insights were 🔥, with some aligning with expectations and others offering surprises that challenge conventional thinking. 👇 Check out the full analysis below!

Today, we’re thrilled to share the results of our latest research, "𝗔 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀"—a deep dive into the unique traits and trends that have shaped Europe’s startup ecosystem over the past decade. We looked at 𝟯𝟭,𝟲𝟰𝟰 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 to uncover what sets Europe’s most successful founding teams apart. From academic background to team dynamics, we explore the factors that drove success in securing investment. Key Insights you don't want to miss: ✅ Degrees Matter: Founders with advanced degrees (PhDs, MBAs) raise significantly more funding—up to 66% more for PhDs! ✅ Four’s the magic number: Teams of four co-founders raise 208% more than smaller teams. ✅ Consulting to Founding: Ex-McKinsey, Bain, and BCG consultants are Europe’s secret startup superpower. ✅ Diversity Wins: Mixed-gender and international founding teams consistently outperform their peers in fundraising. 🔗 Dive deeper into the full ungated report 👇 https://lnkd.in/eBkzdMFY #Startups #EuropeanStartups #Entrepreneurship  #Fundraising cc: Bo Ilsoe, Atte Honkasalo, Christian Noske, Sam Ahmed

From CEO to CSO. As a scientist going entrepreneurial, how do you build the right team to be investable? 🤷♂️🤷🏼♀️ Early-stage startups need a strong team, say investors. 💪🏻 👉🏻 What is your role in the company? 👉🏻 How do you choose the right board at the right time? Learn more with the expert team at #SUD24: 🔹 Thomas Baumgartner (Co-Founder & CTO at PRiOT AG) 🔹 Dominique Gruhl-Begin (CEO at Serpentine Ventures) 🔹 Sébastien Hug (Head Innovation Office at Universität Bern) 🔹 Dominic Senn (Co-Founder & CEO at machineMD) 🔹 Virginie Verdon (Managing Director at Startup Board Academy) Register now and book the session. Find the link in the comment. #startups #scientist #entrepreneur #founders

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 For the first time ever, we’ve introduced Public Voting at the Startup Nights Pitching Competition! 🎉 A big shoutout to Mischa and Sarah for helping me make this happen. 🗳️ This year, over 80 innovative pre-seed and seed-stage startups are competing, and now you have the chance to help shape who takes the spotlight on the big stage! 🌟 While our investor jury will still select the rest of the finalists, your vote will help one startup from each category make it to the final pitch. 🙌 600 votes have already been cast—let’s keep the momentum going! Make sure to vote for your favorite startup and be a part of their success story. Every vote matters! 🗣️ 👉 Cast your vote via the link in the first comment. Let’s empower the next generation of innovators together! #StartupNights2024 #PitchingCompetition #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Startups

🎉Female Angel Club: It's time to celebrate our achievements 🎉 In such a short time, we Frederike Rohr and I and the Female Angel Club have made remarkable strides: · Engaged with over 40+ startups to explore potential investments and collaborations 😅 · Discussed and structured innovative investment vehicles tailored for female-led startups · Held insightful workshop and mentoring sessions every week in order to shape the future of our Female Angel Club · Connected with exciting female business angels, VCs and experts expanding our network across various industries WE WANT MORE, this is just the beginning! 🚀 **Calling All Female Startup Founders!** 🚀 Are you a passionate and driven female founder in the early stages of your startup? We want to hear from you! The Female Angel Club is actively seeking innovative women-led ventures to support and propel to new heights. Together, we can break barriers and build the next big thing! 💡🌐 #FemaleFounders #Womeninbusiness #Startups #AngelInvestors #FemaleAngelClub #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #TechStartups

🌟 Slush: The Ultimate Startup Event in Europe! 🌟 As Slush approaches, it’s the perfect time to revisit the inspiring journey of Maximilian Zeyda, Founder and CEO of Clypp and a proud Slush 100 finalist. 🚀 Maximilian highlights why Slush stands out: 👉 It’s THE event for startups and investors to connect in Europe. 👉 The focus is all about innovation and entrepreneurship, with less corporate noise. 👉 The Slush 100 competition offers an unparalleled platform for exposure and the chance to win €1M in equity investment from top-tier VCs. For those attending Slush this year, get ready for an experience like no other. And for those who haven’t yet, this is your sign – Slush is worth it. 🌐💡 #Slush2024 #StartupEcosystem #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Clypp #Slush100 #TechEvent #EuropeanStartups #WhatsInStoreShow #GonzaloPerez #VentureCapital #VC

Bold entrepreneurs from 128 high-impact startups of our newest cohort were welcomed in Boston during a vibrant MassChallenge U.S. Early Stage Kick Off. ⬇️ Watch the #Recap below! ⬇️ Here's what the #Founders of the MassChallenge U.S. Early Stage cohort covered: 🎤 They uncovered insights from prestigious #KeynoteSpeakers like Lily Lyman, General Partner at Underscore VC, and Andrew Bialecki, CEO at Klaviyo 🤝 They built connections with our #Mentor, #Alumni, #Partner, and #Investor community 👏 They participated in a Handshake Pitch Competition, and more! Our flagship MassChallenge U.S. Early Stage Accelerator is a dynamic, industry-agnostic program designed to propel startup growth through unparalleled access to mentors, peers, customers, knowledge, and capital. Congratulate the #Founders in the comments! #nonprofit #accelerator #startups Jessica Davis David Meyer Chris Bauer Will Magruder

We're thrilled to share our Comprehensive Overview, detailing our mission to empower startups and catalyze innovation. 🌐 Learn about our approach towards events, keynote speakers, startup pitchers, and networking sessions that connect startups with investors and industry leaders. Check out our overview for more information about our organization and future plans. ⬇️ Join us in shaping the future of entrepreneurship! #Startups #Innovation #Networking #WineAndGrind #IsraelTech