WeLoveFounders

WeLoveFounders operates as an early-stage venture capital fund, providing initial investment rounds for tech startups throughout Europe. The firm commits capital ranging from €500k to €1M at the seed stage, with potential for follow-on investments up to €2.5M. They strategically limit their portfolio to a maximum of fifteen companies, ensuring deep engagement and tailored support. Their approach emphasizes "Good-Quality Growth," advocating for market validation and iterative development over aggressive spending, and they prioritize founder-investor fit.

The firm was co-founded by experienced entrepreneurs Olivier Tabery, Olivier Mertens, Antoine Duchateau, and Thomas Goubau. Their collective insight stems from navigating their own entrepreneurial journeys, recognizing the challenges and opportunities faced by startup founders. This shared background informs their investment philosophy, positioning them as empathetic partners who understand the inherent complexities of building a company. Their diverse pedigrees across investment, operations, and scaling businesses underpin their commitment to hands-on support.

WeLoveFounders targets ambitious tech startup founders across the European landscape. They seek founders who align with their core values of boldness, humility, transparency, and kindness, believing that strong founder-investor fit is paramount to success. The company's vision is to be a supportive and engaged early-stage capital partner, leveraging its team's operational expertise to help portfolio companies achieve sustainable growth and navigate the complexities of scaling their ventures into market leaders.