In Germany, a startup investment may be eligible for an INVEST grant. The INVEST grant is a state subsidy program for Angel investments run by the Federal Office of Economics and Export Control (BAFA). The system subsidizes private investors, in particular business angels, to provide… Read more
Leapfunder’s New ‘On the Market’ Feature
Leapfunder’s aim is to introduce startups to the largest angel investor network in Europe and help them raise funding. We offer support and financial tools and believe there is enough capital out there for every good idea. We help angel investors by offering them a network and a… Read more
Leapfunder Angel Clinic: Impressions of a Participant
If you want to learn investment best practices, get access to the startup scene and invest with fellow Angels, join Leapfunder’s online Angel Clinic on September 11th. The first couple of editions are already behind us, and the attendees that joined found the experience highly… Read more
Dutch Startup Changemakers: Julien Taylor
Julien Taylor is a Director at Antler, an early-stage VC and startup generator. He is responsible for the end-to-end design and execution of the startup generator program, the access to deal flow, and the successful development of founder cohorts based out of Amsterdam. His goal… Read more
Keep Learning and Experimenting
In our new ‘Guide to Investing‘ blog series, we’re taking you through seven steps of startup investing. At Leapfunder we always advise new investors to start by investing small amounts. It is sensible to start building your portfolio slowly over years. Experience is your secret… Read more
Overestimating Yourself and the Startup
In our new ‘Guide to Investing’ blog series, we’re taking you through seven steps of startup investing. People who have successfully invested in real estate, bonds, and equity often think they will be successful at investing in startups. However, it’s an inherently different thing. If you… Read more
Dutch Startup Changemakers: Graciëlla van Vliet
Graciëlla van Vliet is an enthusiastic and passionate entrepreneur. She’s the Co-Founder of Closure, a service for relatives to end or alter subscriptions, contracts and accounts of their loved one, once he/she has passed away. Find out how she entered the startup world, what is it about… Read more
Thinking You Can Do Everything Yourself (Alone You Are a Novice, in a Team Perhaps a Master)
In our new ‘Guide to Investing’ blog series, we lead you through seven steps of investing. The third blog in the series is dedicated to analysing a startup and collecting other people’s opinions and experiences to help you make smarter investing decisions. Stop thinking you… Read more
Dutch Startup Changemakers: Robin Dohmen
We interviewed Robin Dohmen, the co-founder of Pitchy, an online pitch tool, and OWOW, a creative agency that designs and develops apps and websites for (funded) startups and corporates. He was fortunate enough to work with hundreds of startups, scaleups and innovating corporates, which is why… Read more
Miriam Bundel: The New Person Behind Leapfunder’s Round Table Sessions in Germany
We interviewed Miriam Bundel, the Co-founder of Unternehmerwissen, who is now also part of the Leapfunder team. Thanks to her experience and background in the startup world, she is now responsible for organizing the Round Table Sessions in Germany. Find out what’s her experience at… Read more