For Founders

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We invest in early-stage companies building the future of Spain and Europe.

Focus

What We Look For.

We back ambitious founders tackling meaningful problems with technology-enabled solutions.

01

Seed to early growth

Pre-seed, seed, and early Series A companies looking for their first institutional-grade angel round.

02

Tech-enabled

Software, deep tech, fintech, health-tech, climate-tech, and other technology-driven ventures.

03

Spain & Europe affiliation

Companies based in, operating in, or with a clear strategic connection to Spain and Europe.

04

Strong founding team

Founders with domain expertise, complementary skills, and the resilience to build a lasting company.

How It Works

Our Process.

From application to close, our structured process ensures thorough evaluation and a great experience for founders.

01

Submit your application

Fill out our online form with details about your team, product, and market opportunity.

02

AI-powered screening & research

Our platform conducts an initial analysis of your company, market, and competitive landscape.

03

Sponsor & due diligence

A club member sponsors your deal and leads a thorough due-diligence process.

04

Screening committee review

Our committee reviews the findings and votes on whether to advance your company.

05

Pitch event

Selected companies present to 25–30 angel investors at one of our pitch nights.

06

Investor commitment

Interested investors express their commitment and allocation preferences.

07

Deal closes

Deals close individually or via small syndicates, with typical rounds of €100–200K.

Value

What We Offer.

More than capital. We bring a network, expertise, and long-term commitment to our portfolio founders.

Capital

Syndicated rounds of €100–200K from a curated group of experienced angel investors.

Mentorship

Access the Harvard alumni network for guidance from operators, executives, and domain experts.

Global connections

Tap into a transatlantic network spanning Spain, Europe, and the US.

Strategic advice

Benefit from seasoned investors who have built and scaled companies across multiple sectors.

Eligibility

Criteria.

No Harvard affiliation is required to apply. We evaluate every company on its merits and focus on four key dimensions.

Exceptional founding team with relevant expertise

Large and growing market opportunity

Clear product differentiation or defensibility

Evidence of traction or strong early signals

Ready?

Let's build the future together.

Submit your application and our team will review it within two weeks. We look forward to learning about what you are building.

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