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Lost Boys

Pioneering Dutch internet incubator fostering early-stage startups at the turn of the millennium.

Amsterdam

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Investor
Location
Amsterdam
Portfolio
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Who they are

About

Lost Boys, originally a prominent Dutch internet agency, launched an incubator program around 2000 to support emerging internet-focused startups. This initiative aimed to guide promising ventures from the initial idea phase through to securing their first round of financing. The program offered not only seed capital but also essential resources like office space and various services, taking an equity stake in return. The objective was to cultivate innovative companies, with a long-term goal of an IPO or acquisition. While Lost Boys later became part of the publicly traded LBi, current active venture investment activities specifically under the 'Lost Boys' name are not evident in recent searches, suggesting their direct investment role was primarily tied to this historical incubator program.

Investment profile
Investment thesis
The incubator sought to identify and nurture internet startups with genuine innovation, strong founder resilience ('stamina' and 'honor'), and the ability to build a competitive advantage through their network. The core philosophy was to provide comprehensive support—capital, infrastructure, and services—to accelerate a startup's growth from concept to securing external Series A funding within approximately 150 days, with Lost Boys retaining its equity until a significant exit event.
Ticket size
Up to 500,000 Dutch Guilders (approx. €227,000)
Sweet spot
Startups with 'stamina,' 'honor,' 'true innovation,' and contacts for competitive advantage, aiming for rapid growth to first-round financing.
What they add
Seed funding, Office space/housing, Business services, Network access, Strategic guidance for first-round financing, Shared success model with other portfolio companies
Stages
Idea · Pre-seed · Seed
Geographic focus
Netherlands
Portfolio companies
10
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