​Welcome to Amsterdam Tech Week Closing Party 🥂🎉

​​​​This is the Amsterdam Tech Week Closing Party, a curated gathering of founders, investors, and friends of our community. Keep it informal and real.

​​​​​​👋 What is this? We're inviting founders and investors to our evening gathering with free drinks/snacks.

​​​​​​🌇 Where is it? Beautiful location close to the centre (address shared after approval).

​​​​​​🤝 Who's coming? A vetted list of founders, investors, and community friends.

​​​Our goal is to create a balanced and diverse gathering, where voices from all backgrounds are valued and heard. To achieve this, we're committed to maintaining a 50/50 gender balance at the event.

​​​​Since there is a waitlist of guests, no-shows will not be invited to other events.

​​​​Looking forward to seeing all of you there!

​​​​​​About our hosts & sponsors:

Tempest Capital: Investment company in venture capital, public markets and digital assets. Investment scope is technology driven.

​​​FounderFuel is an early-stage VC and a member-only community for established founders and investors in the Netherlands.

## ​Welcome to Amsterdam Tech Week Closing Party 🥂🎉

​​​​This is the **Amsterdam Tech Week Closing Party**, a curated gathering of founders, investors, and friends of our community. Keep it informal and real.

​​​​​​👋 **What is this?** We're inviting founders and investors to our evening gathering with free drinks/snacks.

​​​​​​🌇 **Where is it?** Beautiful location close to the centre (address shared after approval).

​​​​​​🤝 **Who's coming?** A vetted list of founders, investors, and community friends.

​​​Our goal is to create a balanced and diverse gathering, where voices from all backgrounds are valued and heard. To achieve this, we're committed to maintaining a 50/50 gender balance at the event.

​​​​Since there is a waitlist of guests, no-shows will not be invited to other events.

​​​​Looking forward to seeing all of you there!

## ​​​​​​**About our hosts & sponsors:**

[Tempest Capital:](https://tempest.capital/?referrer=luma) Investment company in venture capital, public markets and digital assets. Investment scope is technology driven.

​​​[FounderFuel](https://www.founderfuel.vc/) is an early-stage VC and a member-only community for established founders and investors in the Netherlands.

Pepijn

Julia

Karolina

Stef

Renny

Kuba

Horia

Martijn

Ferry

Floris

Nikesh

Alina

Tudor

Wout

Reinder

Hugo

Marie

Martynas

Martin

Max Schalow

Amsterdam Tech Week '25

FounderFuel

Ticket

Amsterdam Tech Week Closing Drinks (Aquablu office) 🥂🎉 Sponsored by Tempest Capital

We’re inviting you to join us on an intimate boat trip through the canals of Amsterdam, bringing together a vetted group of tech investors, founders, and friends of the community. 

It’s a relaxed afternoon designed for genuine connection in a unique setting and part of the broader energy of Amsterdam Tech Week.

You can expect a thoughtfully curated mix of experienced operators, capital allocators, and entrepreneurs, along with a handful of promising founders. No pitching, no posturing. Just good company, casual drinks, and a chance to get to know each other.

Catering is provided by SOUS, known for curating high-quality experiences from the best restaurants.

No formal agenda, just a scenic afternoon on the water with space to unwind and connect.

Looking forward to seeing you on board.


We’re inviting you to join us on an **intimate boat trip** through the canals of Amsterdam, bringing together a vetted group of tech investors, founders, and friends of the community.  
  
It’s a relaxed afternoon designed for **genuine** **connection** in a unique setting and part of the broader energy of **Amsterdam Tech Week**.  
  
You can expect a **thoughtfully curated mix** of experienced operators, capital allocators, and entrepreneurs, along with a handful of promising founders. **No pitching, no posturing**. Just good company, casual drinks, and a chance to get to know each other.  
  
Catering is provided by SOUS, known for curating **high-quality experiences** from the best restaurants.  
  
**No formal agenda**, just a scenic afternoon on the water with space to **unwind and connect**.  
  
Looking forward to seeing you on board.

Robin Wang

Jaime Cuykens

Beautiful Canals & Real Conversations with Tech Rise and Vesper Ventures

🚀 AI Funding Unlocked: Exclusive Roundtable of Leading Investors

Securing funding as an AI startup founder can feel like navigating a maze, especially in a landscape that evolves by the month. So, what are investors really looking for in early-stage AI companies today?

AI2Elevate is hosting an exclusive panel discussion designed to decode the fundraising process. Moderated by Dr. Pourya Darnihamedani and Misagh Akhondzad, this session brings together some of the Netherlands’ most experienced investors and ecosystem builders. Learn how to make your startup stand out, what funding paths to pursue, and how to avoid common mistakes when seeking capital.

Meet the Panelists:

🎙️ Irene Verheijen – Founding Partner, Flying Turtle Ventures & Investor Committee Member, Angel School
A leader in early-stage healthcare and life sciences investment, Irene is also the founder of Business Angels in Health Europe. She offers a unique lens on how angel investors assess AI-driven innovation and what high-impact sectors are ripe for disruption.

🎙️ Jolenthe Janssen – Manager Fintech Venturing, ABN AMRO Bank N.V
Responsible for the ABN AMRO x Techstars partnership, Jolenthe co-leads the Future of Finance Accelerator. She’ll share how fintech and AI startups can thrive in corporate/startup collaborations—and how to leverage accelerators for long-term success.

🎙️ Anthony Viellevoije – Partner & VC Team Lead, StartGreen Capital
Anthony leads PDENH, an €85M impact fund focused on the energy transition and sustainable innovation. Having backed scaleups like Sympower, Dexter Energy, and Fairphone, he’ll unpack what it takes to attract VC funding while scaling sustainably.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ The Investor Mindset – What investors really look for in early-stage AI startups: team, traction, tech, and scalability.
✅ Pitch Perfection – How to create compelling, investor-ready pitches that cut through the noise.
✅ AI Investment Trends – Where the money is going in 2025 and what pitfalls to avoid.
✅ Accelerator & Angel Insights – How to leverage structured programs and investor networks to fast-track your funding journey.

Who Should Attend?
🎯 Founders seeking Seed or Series A funding
🎯 Entrepreneurs preparing for accelerators or pitching to investors
🎯 Investors curious about the next wave of AI opportunities

🎟️ Reserve Your Spot Now!
Connect with top investors, gain exclusive insights, and build the relationships that can unlock your startup’s next chapter. Seats are limited—register today!

#AI2Elevate #AIStartupFunding #InvestorPanel #AIEntrepreneurs #TechFunding2025 #StartupCapital #FoundersAndFunders #AI2ElevateEvents

🚀 **AI Funding Unlocked: Exclusive Roundtable of Leading Investors**

Securing funding as an AI startup founder can feel like navigating a maze, especially in a landscape that evolves by the month. So, what are investors really looking for in early-stage AI companies today?

**AI2Elevate** is hosting an exclusive panel discussion designed to decode the fundraising process. Moderated by **Dr. Pourya Darnihamedani** and **Misagh Akhondzad**, this session brings together some of the Netherlands’ most experienced investors and ecosystem builders. Learn how to make your startup stand out, what funding paths to pursue, and how to avoid common mistakes when seeking capital.

**Meet the Panelists:**

🎙️ **Irene Verheijen** – Founding Partner, Flying Turtle Ventures & Investor Committee Member, Angel School  
A leader in early-stage healthcare and life sciences investment, Irene is also the founder of _Business Angels in Health Europe_. She offers a unique lens on how angel investors assess AI-driven innovation and what high-impact sectors are ripe for disruption.

🎙️ **Jolenthe Janssen** – Manager Fintech Venturing, ABN AMRO Bank N.V  
Responsible for the ABN AMRO x Techstars partnership, Jolenthe co-leads the Future of Finance Accelerator. She’ll share how fintech and AI startups can thrive in corporate/startup collaborations—and how to leverage accelerators for long-term success.

🎙️ **Anthony Viellevoije** – Partner & VC Team Lead, StartGreen Capital  
Anthony leads _PDENH_, an €85M impact fund focused on the energy transition and sustainable innovation. Having backed scaleups like Sympower, Dexter Energy, and Fairphone, he’ll unpack what it takes to attract VC funding while scaling sustainably.

**What You’ll Learn:**  
✅ **The Investor Mindset** – What investors _really_ look for in early-stage AI startups: team, traction, tech, and scalability.  
✅ **Pitch Perfection** – How to create compelling, investor-ready pitches that cut through the noise.  
✅ **AI Investment Trends** – Where the money is going in 2025 and what pitfalls to avoid.  
✅ **Accelerator & Angel Insights** – How to leverage structured programs and investor networks to fast-track your funding journey.

**Who Should Attend?**  
🎯 Founders seeking Seed or Series A funding  
🎯 Entrepreneurs preparing for accelerators or pitching to investors  
🎯 Investors curious about the next wave of AI opportunities

🎟️ **Reserve Your Spot Now!**  
Connect with top investors, gain exclusive insights, and build the relationships that can unlock your startup’s next chapter. Seats are limited—register today!

#AI2Elevate #AIStartupFunding #InvestorPanel #AIEntrepreneurs #TechFunding2025 #StartupCapital #FoundersAndFunders #AI2ElevateEvents

João Arthur Netto

AI2Elevate Community

AI Funding Unlocked: Exclusive Roundtable of Leading Investors

Slingshot Ventures Drinks @ Amsterdam Tech Week

Join us for an evening of great conversations and even better drinks during Amsterdam Tech Week!

📅 Date: Thursday, March 15th
⏰ Time: 17:00 - 20:00
📍 Location: Slingshot rooftop!

We're bringing together an exciting crowd of startup founders, investors, and consumer tech enthusiasts for a relaxed and informal evening. No pitches, no decks—just good vibes, meaningful connections, and maybe a few surprise twists.

What to Expect:
🍸 Drinks on us – because every good conversation starts with a great drink.
🤝 Networking, the fun way – meet fellow founders, swap stories, and share insights.
🎉 A casual, no-pressure atmosphere – just come as you are and enjoy.

Spots are limited, so make sure to RSVP and secure your place! Looking forward to seeing you there.

Cheers,
The Slingshot Team 🚀

**Slingshot Ventures Drinks @ Amsterdam Tech Week**

Join us for an evening of great conversations and even better drinks during **Amsterdam Tech Week!**

📅 **Date:** Thursday, March 15th  
⏰ **Time:** 17:00 - 20:00  
📍 **Location:** Slingshot rooftop!

We're bringing together an exciting crowd of **startup founders, investors, and consumer tech enthusiasts** for a relaxed and informal evening. No pitches, no decks—just good vibes, meaningful connections, and maybe a few surprise twists.

**What to Expect:**  
🍸 **Drinks on us** – because every good conversation starts with a great drink.  
🤝 **Networking, the fun way** – meet fellow founders, swap stories, and share insights.  
🎉 **A casual, no-pressure atmosphere** – just come as you are and enjoy.

Spots are limited, so make sure to **RSVP** and secure your place! Looking forward to seeing you there.

_Cheers,_  
The Slingshot Team 🚀

Christiaan

Jonathon

Arne

Raphael

Teun

Gillian

Femke

Nick

Thomas

Maarten

Alessandro

Stijn

Edward

Zach

Vikram

Marly Wijvekate

Slingshot Drinks!

Join us at Funding Thursday!

 

What can you expect?

·        The legal side of financing, clearly and practically explained by top lawyers

·        Smart use of technology, learn how tech can accelerate your financing process

·        Networking opportunities with other founders

·        Small group, so there is room for an interactive session

 

More info?

·        Funding Thursday | Legalloyd

 

Or register directly via

·        Funding Thursday | May 15th

### **Join us at Funding Thursday!**

**What can you expect?**

·        The legal side of financing, clearly and practically explained by top lawyers

·        Smart use of technology, learn how tech can accelerate your financing process

·        Networking opportunities with other founders

·        Small group, so there is room for an interactive session

**More info?**

·        [Funding Thursday | Legalloyd](https://eur04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.legalloyd.com%2Fen_GB%2Ffunding-friday&data=05%7C02%7Chuub%40legalloyd.com%7C47ca8c4b6aba495b497408dd895839a3%7Cecc1bee53512440b8a16b17e3bb48986%7C1%7C0%7C638817734205364030%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4J8oi7UYCaKzhyWgl6h71Iimcdi6PWn6uowYy0mD7GA%3D&reserved=0)

**Or register directly via**

·        [Funding Thursday | May 15th](https://eur04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.legalloyd.com%2Fen_GB%2Fevent%2Ffunding-thursday-6%2Fregister&data=05%7C02%7Chuub%40legalloyd.com%7C47ca8c4b6aba495b497408dd895839a3%7Cecc1bee53512440b8a16b17e3bb48986%7C1%7C0%7C638817734205381513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2BMiLrTTqcydC0BMm4B9hovuQFIO7GFdlfu75DRm6Gvo%3D&reserved=0)

Huub Kraaijenhof

Funding Thursday

Limited capacity!

Are you an (aspiring) female Angel investor interested in investing in female founded ventures?

Then join our next in-person pitch event taking place at VU StartHub in Amsterdam!

During this session you will have the opportunity to listen to pitches from inspiring female-led startups!


Provisional Agenda:

14:30 - 15:00 Walk-in

15:00 - 15:30 Investors Pitch

15:30 - 16:30 Founders Pitch

16:30 - 17:00 Closing

**Limited capacity!**

Are you an (aspiring) female Angel investor interested in investing in female founded ventures?

Then join our next in-person pitch event taking place at VU StartHub in Amsterdam!

During this session you will have the opportunity to listen to pitches from inspiring female-led startups!  

Provisional Agenda:

14:30 - 15:00 Walk-in

15:00 - 15:30 Investors Pitch

15:30 - 16:30 Founders Pitch

16:30 - 17:00 Closing

Laurie Lancee

The Angel Initiative

The Angel Initiative Pitch Event | The Angel Initiative

Invite-only Event For Techleap's Community

MEET is the unmissable annual in-person event hosted by Techleap, bringing together the most visionary and influential tech founders from the Netherlands. The event is designed to foster valuable relationships and address key challenges in scaling tech businesses.

The Leading Entrepreneur in Tech (LET) Award is a beacon of excellence within the Dutch tech ecosystem, annually celebrating those who are shaping a more innovative and diverse future in technology. These entrepreneurs stand out for their innovative tech-centric solutions, inspiring the tech community and embodying the spirit of ambitious, large-scale thinking.

Here’s what you can expect:

Unparalleled networking with 400+ top founders, experts, and investors, opening the door to meaningful connections and partnerships

Exclusive insights through AMAs, discussions, and interactive sessions designed to spark new ideas and actionable takeaways

A celebration of ambition at the Leading Entrepreneur in Tech (LET) Award dinner, recognising entrepreneurs driving Dutch tech forward

A room filled with the most influential minds in Dutch tech - be part of the conversations defining its future.

Email scale@techleap.nl to RSVP (invite-only & subject to eligibility)

### **Invite-only Event For Techleap's Community**

**MEET** is the unmissable annual in-person event hosted by Techleap, bringing together the most visionary and influential tech founders from the Netherlands. The event is designed to foster valuable relationships and address key challenges in scaling tech businesses.

**The Leading Entrepreneur in Tech (LET) Award** is a beacon of excellence within the Dutch tech ecosystem, annually celebrating those who are shaping a more innovative and diverse future in technology. These entrepreneurs stand out for their innovative tech-centric solutions, inspiring the tech community and embodying the spirit of ambitious, large-scale thinking.

### **Here’s what you can expect:**

*   Unparalleled networking with 400+ top founders, experts, and investors, opening the door to meaningful connections and partnerships
    
*   Exclusive insights through AMAs, discussions, and interactive sessions designed to spark new ideas and actionable takeaways
    
*   A celebration of ambition at the Leading Entrepreneur in Tech (LET) Award dinner, recognising entrepreneurs driving Dutch tech forward
    
*   A room filled with the most influential minds in Dutch tech - be part of the conversations defining its future.
    

Email [scale@techleap.nl](mailto:scale@techleap.nl) to RSVP (invite-only & subject to eligibility)

Florence Campbell

Techleap

Techleap's MEET & LET Award 2025 

Welcome to No Such Excuses Bootcamp + Breakfast! 🥐💪

Crunches first, croissants after

🤸‍♀️ What’s happening? A quick, energetic bootcamp led by Reinder, followed by a delicious breakfast and casual networking.

📍 Where? Next to rowing club "De Hoop" (yes, showers available, no excuses!)

🕒 When? Walk-in from 8:45, Bootcamp session from 9:00 to 9:30.

☕ Afterwards: Enjoy breakfast & networking on the sunny terrace of "De Hoop".

Bring your energy (and appetite!). See you bright and early! 🌞

_Welcome to No Such Excuses Bootcamp + Breakfast! 🥐💪_

Crunches first, croissants after

🤸‍♀️ **What’s happening?** A quick, energetic bootcamp led by Reinder, followed by a delicious breakfast and casual networking.

📍 **Where?** Next to rowing club "De Hoop" (yes, showers available, no excuses!)

🕒 **When?** Walk-in from 8:45, Bootcamp session from 9:00 to 9:30.

☕ **Afterwards:** Enjoy breakfast & networking on the sunny terrace of "De Hoop".

Bring your energy (and appetite!). See you bright and early! 🌞

Nazanin

Elif

Giulia

Joris

Elise

Lester

Dayana

Sacha

Alexis

Andres

Bruce

Chingiskhan Kazakhstan

No Such Ventures

No Such Excuses (Bootcamp + breakfast)

We’re excited to invite you to a special founders gathering hosted by s16vc and FounderFuel! Join us for an intimate evening of drinks, snacks, conversation, and poker.

Schedule

8 pm Doors open
9 pm Poker tournament

About poker

We’ll be playing Texas Hold'em, tournament-style. Everyone starts with the same amount of chips, and while we’re playing for fun, there is a special prize. Beginners are welcome!

Other details

The event will be held at the private home of our s16vc community member, Rik Esselink. This is an invite-only event, so please let us know if you'd like to bring a guest, as space is limited.

Looking forward to seeing you!

s16vc & FounderFuel fam

We’re excited to invite you to a special founders gathering hosted by [s16vc](https://www.s16vc.com/) and [FounderFuel](https://www.founderfuel.vc/)! Join us for an intimate evening of drinks, snacks, conversation, and poker.

**Schedule**

**8 pm** Doors open  
**9 pm** Poker tournament

**About poker**

We’ll be playing Texas Hold'em, tournament-style. Everyone starts with the same amount of chips, and while we’re playing for fun, there is a special prize. Beginners are welcome!

**Other details**

The event will be held at the private home of our s16vc community member, Rik Esselink. This is an invite-only event, so please let us know if you'd like to bring a guest, as space is limited.

Looking forward to seeing you!

s16vc & FounderFuel fam

Poker Night by s16vc

Matchmaking Event for Founders & Investors in B2B SaaS

Investors are hunting for the next big SaaS. Make sure it’s you.

Join us for an exclusive event bringing together B2B SaaS founders and investors. Funding range € 250K – € 5M. Happening on 14th May 2025 in Amsterdam.

# **Matchmaking Event for Founders & Investors in B2B SaaS**

Investors are hunting for the next big SaaS. Make sure it’s you.

Join us for an exclusive event bringing together B2B SaaS founders and investors. Funding range € 250K – € 5M. Happening on 14th May 2025 in Amsterdam.

SaaS Funding Night 25 • We Love SaaS

🪩 Party

Arches Capital

Arches Capital Pizza Party 🍕

Adam

Maggie

Christie

Eric

Anna

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Conference without conference. Curated side events only. No main stage. No big ticket venue. Strictly for founders & investors. Powered by the community.

The official event calendar for Amsterdam Tech Week '25 (more events TBA). More info: https://thetechweek.eu/