A Chat With Investors: Martin Amersfoort
‘A Chat With Investors’ is our new blog series, in which we ask successful investors to share their knowledge, experience, and tips for both entrepreneurs and beginning startup investors. We had a chance to talk to Martin Amersfoort, who has a Ph.D. in optoelectronics, was a co-founder of a startup and is an experienced investor….
What to Expect When Investing in a Startup with a Leapfunder Convertible: Part II
Dear Investor, This blog is part 2 of a step-by-step description of what will happen over time when you decide to invest in a startup with a convertible on Leapfunder. (Leapfunder is just a form of regular angel investing, so many of the points made here are generally applicable.) In the first part, we explored…
What 2016 Meant for Dutch Startups
2016 has been an amazing year for us, for the startups we’ve helped raise funding, the investors we introduced them to… but more importantly for the Dutch startup ecosystem as a whole. Looking back on the past months, here are some of this year’s highlights. 2016 highlights of Dutch Startups Q1, Q2, Q3 in Numbers…
Startups That Converted via Leapfunder Share Their Experience
If you receive our newsletters or have signed up to our website, you know Leapfunder always has promising startups raising funding. From technology to fashion to e-commerce, many creative and inspiring startups have completed rounds with us, finding their investors in the largest angel network in the Netherlands. As a middle man, we not only bridge…
Looking for Angel Investors? How to Build an Angel Community Near You
The startup scene is flourishing worldwide. Young internet companies are popping up like mushrooms in fall, with innovative high-tech companies in quick pursuit. But as is often the case with new developments, there seem to be more companies than funding available. Yet there is always enough capital in the mature economies of northern Europe. Reaching…
Startups, Investor Updates Are Important (Here’s Why)
So, you’ve spent hours and hours searching for investors and pitching your idea. You’ve reached your funding goals (Congratulations!), and now it’s time to roll up your sleeves, get to work and forget about everything else. The next time you will worry about investors will be the next time you’re seeking funds. Wrong. An investor…
What to Expect When Investing in a Startup with a Leapfunder Convertible: Part I
Dear Investor, This blog is part 1 of a step-by-step description of what will happen over time when you decide to invest in a startup with a convertible on Leapfunder. (Leapfunder is just a form of regular angel investing, so many of the points made here are generally applicable.) My previous blog, 7 tips for…
Rookie Angel Investment Mistakes You Should Stop Doing
Investing in startups takes more than just money. 3 out of 4 startups fail, so you should be prepared to deal with failure and volatility, and learn to develop a sense of foresight. Angel investment is a risky business and no expert has gotten ahead without a few major setbacks, which is why we’ve compiled…
GroupClip: Multi-angle Video Revolution
Imagine if every video you create with your phone could look like it was taken by a professional. Different angles, different perspectives, audio synchronization…all the “pro” stuff you’d typically need to finish a course for. Wouldn’t you download that app immediately? Lucky for you, that app finally exists! GroupClip is on their way to make…
ABN AMRO: Changing the Investment Climate for Startups
ABN AMRO is an all-round Dutch bank that offers a full range of products and services to retail, private & corporate clients. The bank’s interest in startups has grown over the last few years and the team is working hard on educating investors & improving the investment climate for startups. They are also the lead sponsor…
