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henQ

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henQ

Funding for the odd ones out: backing the best European B2B software founders.

Amsterdam

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Location
Amsterdam
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Who they are

About

henQ is an Amsterdam-based Venture Capital fund established in 2004, specializing in early-stage B2B software startups across Europe. They are known for backing companies considered unconventional or 'odd ones out' in their markets, often those other investors might deem 'too boring' or atypical. henQ focuses on the founders' execution and operational strength rather than strict market predictions. They aim for deep commitment post-investment, offering support in hiring, fundraising, and target setting, with a track record of portfolio companies raising follow-on rounds at a higher rate than the market average.

Investment profile
Investment thesis
henQ's core investment thesis revolves around backing early-stage B2B software businesses that are inherently different, whether through their market, business model, or the founders' passion. They prioritize the founders' execution and operational excellence above all other investment criteria, allowing for swift decision-making. henQ looks for strong teams solving real problems in large markets, valuing sustainability alongside growth.
Ticket size
€1M - €10M (initial checks for Fund 5)
Sweet spot
Early-stage B2B software businesses that are 'a little different' or 'odd ones out', focusing on founder execution in large markets
What they add
Deeply committed investor, Best support in hiring, fundraising & target setting, Shareholders that empower founders, Efficient growth with less dilution, 2.7x higher chance for follow-on funding, Co-investment partnerships for operational strength
Stages
Seed · Series A
Geographic focus
Europe · with primary focus on Netherlands & Nordics · secondary on DACH & other European regions
Portfolio companies
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