Amsterdam’s FounderFuel launches new VC fund to empower international founders in the Netherlands
Summary
Co-founded by Chingiskhan Kazakhstan and Max Schalow, the initiative has transformed into a fund that supports early seed-stage founders with capital and a network of experienced problem-solvers. Founded in 2022 by Chingiskhan Kazakhstan and Max Schalow, FounderFuel initially served as an informal community for founders and investors, aiming to replicate a Silicon Valley experience in The Netherlands. FounderFuel concentrates on pre-seed and early seed stages but remains flexible, investing in Series A rounds with €75K tickets. The company’s portfolio startups receive support from experienced problem-solvers, an expansive network, and assistance in securing follow-on funding. The fund is open to investment from startup operators, founders, angel investors, high-net-worth individuals, and tech executives.