NETWORK

One size doesn't fit all - specific advice for specific problems

Our network of over 200+ alumni provide specific advice for your unique challenges with targeted help for real issues.

Network

Curated introductions that accelerate your company.

“We’re expanding internationally—can you connect us with operators who know the market and can sanity-check our plan?”

“We need introductions and insight in a specific industry. Who in the network has relevant experience and can spar with us?”

Coaching

Strategic coaching for founders -balancing personal leadership and company execution.

“We’re considering a pivot. I want to pressure-test the strategy before committing.”

“Scaling is stretching the team. I need a sharper system for prioritization and time management.”

Expertise

Solve specific business challenges with a trusted expert.

“How do we set up an employee equity plan that is fair, compliant, and founder-friendly?”

“We’re preparing to raise. How do we make the right trade-offs and choose the right path?"

Our network

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Arjanneke Teeuw

DGA Sardijn

Know your competitors' strengths and prices. Clearly highlight your product's benefits and quantify its monetary value for customers.

Arthur Schoof

Maritime Professional at Schoof Maritime Advisory (SMA)

Dare to ask for advice!

Barbara van Hussen

Partner at JB Law

With a perfect product, managing stakeholders is vital. Ensure strong orchestration from the start for success.

Bart van Geluk

Consultant

Let's do.

Bart van der Werf

Founder of Innovation Booster

DigitalTech

Start with a small team building a deep understanding of customer needs/competitive advantage. The rest is iteration/perseverance.

Bas van Heel

Executive Mentor Helium Consult

Become an entrepreneur because it gives you a lot of energy and you like hard work. Then success will come naturally.

Bastiaan Witvoet

Owner Oranjegroep and Euro-Caps

Stick to your own personal reason why you are building a company. It is a long ride to commit to, but time flies if it is aligned with your own personal goals.

Bastiaan van de Rakt

Co-Founder Deeploy | Enjins | Why Commit Capital

DigitalTech

Grow - your team! Stretch - no boundaries! Act - clients first!

Benno van Dongen

Senior Partner at Roland Berger

Believe in yourself but surround yourself with people to compensate for your weaknesses.

Bob de Kuyper

Former CEO Koninklijke de Kuyper

Chill when things do not go as planned: iterations are part of creating a great product or service.

Boukje Koch

Founder A4M group

DeepTech

"I never lose. I either win or learn…" - Nelson Mandela

Braden Weinstock

CEO PrettyData.co

500+ curated connections already made

Successful connections

Examples of past introductions between portfolio companies and our support community

Supporting alumni

“Supporting founders to succeed not only makes a real difference for the startup, but also allows me to enjoy working with innovators like Krijn, to give back, and to learn from conversations that challenge my thinking.”

Job Dura
Dura Vermeer
Portfolio founder

"Job brings exceptional strategic insight. His guidance and contacts in the construction industry are very valuable to Iconic Works’ growth.”​

Krijn de Nood
Founder Iconic Works
Supporting alumni

"The ambition from BASH is great to see, being a part of their journey as they scale is something I’m already enjoying."

Merlin de Graaf
Founder BLOOM
Portfolio founder

"Merlin was a great help! Thanks to her B2C-specific expertise from her time at Vinted, she quickly understood our challenges, which lead to substantial progress in just one meeting."

Elise Mol
Co-Founder BASH
Supporting alumni

"It's truly inspiring to see these young entrepreneurs pursuing their dreams. I'm actively contributing to bring focus to their sales processes wherever I can."

Tom Schoemaker
Business Development  Bonusan
Portfolio founder

"Tom has a strong B2B sales track record, he was able to quickly pinpoint improvements and missed opportunities in our sales approach."

Dorus van den Oord
Co-Founder & CEO Orderli

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