Meet Our Founding Partners:
These trailblazing companies are at the heart of Techleap’s mission to drive growth and innovation in the Dutch tech ecosystem. 💡
Their support fuels our ambition to make the Netherlands a global leader in technology by empowering startups and scaleups to thrive. But we’re just getting started.
👁️ Our vision: To gather the top tech entrepreneurs in the Netherlands into our founding partner group – creating a powerhouse for collaboration and impact.
It’s incredible to see what we’ve built together in the ecosystem with partners like @Picnic , @Adyen , @Bunq , @imctrading , @mirohq , @nebiusgroup , @otriumofficial , @mollie_payments , @madebymonks , @remote , @tomtomglobal , and @Coolblue .
And we can’t wait for what’s to come as we continue shaping the future of tech in the Netherlands! 🚀
The 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 is here.
We’re getting ready to dive into the future of Dutch tech. 👇
This flagship event and report are more than just highlights – they’re the roadmap to driving real change in the ecosystem. Together, we’ll explore data-driven insights on startups, scaleups, diversity, capital, and policy, all shaping the Netherlands’ strategic direction in a rapidly evolving world.
Why does this matter?
📈 A connected, thriving tech sector is crucial to securing our global relevance.
🤝 It’s not just about individual wins – it’s about collective ambition.
🌍 This event unites the brightest minds – policymakers, founders, innovators, universities, and regional hubs – to tackle today’s challenges and transform tomorrow’s opportunities.
Stay tuned as we unveil key insights from the report, introduce our incredible speakers, and share updates leading up to the big event. Let's 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆.
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Meet Marnix Stokvis and Marc van Zuylen, the visionary founders of Aquablu, a company revolutionizing the way we hydrate by eliminating plastic waste through smart water refill systems. 🌍💧
Back in 2018, Marnix and Marc set out to create a healthier, more sustainable future. Their innovative technology now purifies water and adds essential vitamins and minerals, delivering hydration that’s not only better for people but also for the planet.
As past participants of ourl Rise programme, Marnix and Marc have taken their mission even further, scaling their business and expanding their impact globally.
Want to take your scaleup to the next level? 🌟 Join founders like Marnix and Marc who’ve been part of the Rise journey and unlock new perspectives, expert guidance, and a community of like-minded entrepreneurs.
Ready to scale with purpose? 🔗 Apply now for the next Rise programme with the 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗶𝗼.
#Scaleup #Techleap #Aquablu #Sustainability #HydrationInnovation #Rise #FounderStories
@aquablu.solutions
There is one thing top founders have in common…👇
They surround themselves with a community where they can push boundaries and learn from the best in the industry.
This week, some of the Netherlands’ most driven founders are in London for our UK Founder Expedition 2024 – made possible by our partner @deloittenl and supported by @Propel .
This isn’t just another networking event. It’s about being part of a group of founders who are driving change and growing fast.
We’re excited to be joined by Rob van den Heuvel (@sendcloud ), Marjella Lecourt-Alma (@datamaranai ), Hans Osnabrugge (Talk360), Hans Ober (@TicketSwap ), Günther Vogelpoel (Recharge), Jelle Visser (@valueblue_ ), Marleen Evertsz (@goldrepublic_nl ), Rogier Fischer (@hadrian_security ), Marnix Stokvis (@aquablu.solutions ) and Jos Lazet (@blockrise ) on this exceptional trip!
From exclusive sessions with @deloittenl on IPOs and UK fundraising to connecting with top investors and experts, this trip puts you in the heart of where founders grow together.
A special thank you to our partners @deloittenl and @propeltogether for making this expedition possible.
📅 October 1-3, 2024
✉️ UK-based and want to connect with any of these fantastic founders? Email us at [email protected] to get involved.
Build. Scale. Lead.
#Techleap #FounderExpedition #UKxNL #Deloitte #Propel #ScaleYourStartup #TechCommunity
Meet the Founders of Rise Batch 14! 🌟
We are beyond excited to welcome this incredible group of founders to our latest Rise cohort: • Lucas Janssen and Maarten Logtenberg of CEAD Group • Martijn van de Poll and Henry Staal of Myne • Ruben de Francisco of Onera Health • Joost van Hest of Pandora Intelligence • Bibi Jorissen and Raymon Pouwels of umob • Jelle Visser of ValueBlue • Thomas Bunnik & Evelien Bunnik-Remmelts of Whoppah
From revolutionising large-scale 3D printing and AI-powered recycling to transforming mobility and enterprise software, these founders are shaping the future of industries like sustainability, health, advanced manufacturing, and more.
👉 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆’𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴.
Join us in welcoming these inspiring leaders as they take the next steps in scaling their ventures and driving real change in their industries! 🚀
#Rise #Batch14 #Scaleups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Tech
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Techleap’s Autumn Community Gathering on September 19th! 🙌 Your energy, insights, and participation made the event truly memorable. 💡✨
A special thank you to Jouk Pleiter, founder and CEO of Backbase, for hosting an exclusive AMA session. Your openness and wisdom inspired us all! 🗣️👏
We’d also like to give a big shoutout to our incredible speakers, Ryan Sarver, Marin Licina, Anastasia Pshegodskaya, Eveliese Luiting, and Irene van Dullink!
Thank you all for your invaluable insights on investor pitching, hiring, and scaling! 🎤💼
Of course, none of this would be possible without our amazing partner, Remote, whose support made the event even more impactful. 🙏
Until next time, let’s keep connecting, learning, and growing together! 🌱🤝
#Techleap #CommunityGathering #ScaleUps #Backbase #Remote #Founders
A year ago we relaunched Techleap with less public funding but with more focus on delivering value to entrepreneurs.
With your support, we’ve turned adversity into opportunity and laid the groundwork for a bright future.
Today, we’re celebrating the incredible progress we’ve made together.
Techleap is dedicated to creating a world-class tech ecosystem in the Netherlands, having engaged with over 350 scaleups. Through our #Rise programme, 129 companies have raised €920 million, while 55 deeptech companies have joined our #PolePosition initiative. Our mission is powered by our incredible Founding Partners—Picnic Technologies, TomTom, Adyen, bunq, IMC Trading, Miro, Coolblue, Otrium, Mollie, and Mews—and further supported by strategic partners such as Booking.com, Remote, Google, HelloPrint, and Deloitte, all helping us push the boundaries of innovation.
Through events like the 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 and 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧, we’re building bridges, connecting leaders, and paving the way for the future of Dutch innovation.
As we look ahead, we invite new partners to join us in this exciting journey.
Together, we can continue to fuel innovation and shape the future of Dutch tech! 🚀
Here’s to continued growth, innovation, and the power of a united community.
#Techleap #Innovation #DutchTech #Progress #Founders #Partners #ThankYou
Join us at Techleap’s Autumn Community Gathering on Sept 19th in Amsterdam! 🚀
🗣️ AMA with @backbase_global CEO Jouk Pleiter
🎤 Speaker sessions with:
• Ryan Sarver (Forum Ventures) & Marin Licina (Gradient Ventures) on refining your #pitch
• Anastasia Pshegodskaya (@remote ), Eveliese Luiting (@peoplemasterminds ), & Irene van Dullink (@peoplefindersnl ) on attracting top #talent
🤝 Rise Alumni Forum for scaling challenges
⭐️ Invite-only Shine Session & Deeptech 180-Days
Wrap up with dinner & drinks from 18:00-21:00!
📍 Sept 19th | Amsterdam
🧡 Last month over 175 orange-hearted ambitious entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem players joined our memorable #DiscoverDutchDeeptech delegation to the Hello Tomorrow global summit in Paris 🇫🇷 A collaborative effort of TNO, 4TU.Startups and Techleap to bring more science and breakthrough technology to impact💥
🇳🇱 During the summit, companies such as THORIZON, NoPalm Ingredients, ClimAd Technology, Photosynthetic and FononTech had the opportunity to showcase themselves on stage. Notably, FononTech eventually won the Global Challenge in the category of Advanced Computing & Electronics! 🎉
👏 A big shoutout to all the participating founders, ecosystem stakeholders, and investors who entrusted us with the delegation and to all attendees who visited and connected with us!
🎬 solidfocus
#DiscoverDutchDeeptech #HelloTomorrow #Paris #Deeptech #Entrepreneurship #networking #foundersnetworking #deeptechnology
🎉The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here – we're LIVE from The Hague for the State of Dutch Tech 2024! Today's the day we hit the annual rewind button and dive into the Dutch tech scene. 🇳🇱 How are our tech gems holding up? What's the next big thing? And what hurdles are we gearing up to leap over?
🌟 Building on the wins of yesteryears, we are pumped to bring together over 400 of the brightest minds – policymakers, academia experts, founders, investors, and all the game-changers of tech! Today, we have got our sights set on not just elevating Dutch tech but also making some serious noise on the global stage!
🧡 A special thank you to Micky Adriaansens (Minister van Economische Zaken en Klimaat) for officially receiving our State of Dutch Tech 2024 report during the Plenary programme and a huge thanks to Peter Wennink (CEO ASML) for his insights on the future of Dutch tech.
#StateofDutchTech2024 #DutchTech #Techleap #Innovation #Netherlands #Insights #ReportLaunch #FutureOfTech
🎉 Our First European DeepTech Capital Expedition in collab with Invest-NL in Amsterdam was an absolute blast, and the vibes couldn’t have been cooler! ❄️
We dove deep into the world of Deeptech, unraveling its potential to tackle global challenges. But hey, we know it’s no walk in the park – it’s a capital-intensive journey that demands commitment. 💪
The two-day thrill ride wasn’t just about talks – we delved into the intricate dance between Deeptech entrepreneurs and investors across Europe. 🕺
💡 Our burning question: How can we unleash the power of venture capital to catapult European Deeptech onto the global stage? 🌎
✨ We kicked off with an inspiring session by the one and only Ben Saunders – polar explorer extraordinaire and climate champion. His tales set the tone for an event packed with interactive discussions and prime networking opportunities. Also, a huge shoutout to Stephanie Heller (Galantine), Constantijn Van Oranje-Nassau, Alexis Houssou, and Gaëtan Bonhomme, PhD for bringing their A-game! 👏
Special thanks to the expedition leaders who made the event possible: Beau-Anne Chilla, Chantal Schrijver, Peter Maarten Westerhout, Gert-Jan Vaessen, Laurent Samama, Pippa Gawley, Susanne K. Schorsch, Jonathan Joubert, Martijn Lopes Cardozo and Pia Michel.
On the second day, groups of investors visited Dutch Deeptech ventures Battolyser Systems, LeydenJar, CarbonX, VSPARTICLE, Hardt Hyperloop, SandGrain B.V., Nearfield Instruments, inPhocal, Senergetics, Carbyon & ASML
Big shout out to our own Maxime Lubbers, Annemieke Wisse, Peter Jan Kok, Iris Visser, and Invest-NL’s Gert-Jan Vaessen, Wander Van Der Kolk, Yvonne Greeuw, Henri Schellen. #DeepTechExpedition #InnovationNation #TechleapTriumphs #Investors #scaleups #investing #startupinvestor #startupinvesting
🎉 Today we launch ‘Techleap for scaleups’: THE community for the most ambitious tech founders in The Netherlands. It is positioned to be the most connected, founder-led and C-suite-friendly community in the Dutch Tech ecosystem aiming at scaleups and growth ventures. 🚀
🔥 We’ve created a unique safe space for founders to find like-minded peers to share, learn and grow faster together. The community and its signature programmes Boost, Rise, and Shine help founders and their C-suite in tackling common challenges, raising a loud voice in the ecosystem and making real sustainable impact together. 🤝
🧡 At the core of this community remain our rock-solid values: high trust, a growth mindset, commitment to giving back to the community, and a strict ‘no asshole’ policy.
The new website is now live, check it out now via the link in our bio!
