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?"

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To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.

Mariet Schreurs

Partner A4M group

DeepTech

keep going and trust resilience in the event of disappointment

Marjan van Parijs

Adviseur publiek privaat bij Het Gele Viaduct

Speed up and don’t be afraid to fail… and if you fail, do it fast, often & forward!

Mark Witteman

Founder & owner of Mister Rotterdam & Mister M

Be true to yourselves and others - Realize your commitments - Be daring and imaginative - Create opportunities for everybody.

Matthijs Havinga

CEO Pink Elephant

Get started as soon as possible and adapt on the way.

Max Schalow

COO at Bondi

DigitalTech

Expect the unexpected and do not fear of testing new ways of doing business.

Mehmet ozkan

Managing Partner at Interjet Components

DeepTech

Don't be afraid to fail. Be afraid to miss the opportunity.

Menno Antal

Non Executive Director Action & Egeria

Having the right team in place is the key to success!

Merlin de Graaf

Founder Bloom

DigitalTech

The only way to find a new way is to leave the beaten track.

Michelle de Rijke

Lawyer/Partner Van der Feltz advocaten

Start today, momentum and energy is everything!

Michiel Muller

Co-founder Picnic

DigitalTech

Just do it, we're there to help!

Michiel Wentges

CDO at Xcentric Hotels

Make sure you are well informed, but make your own choices

Michiel Westermann

MedTech marketing & strategy

HealthTech

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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