henQ Overview

Founded in 2004, henQ focuses on backing European B2B software startups that are considered unconventional or 'odd ones out' in their markets. They offer investment tickets ranging from €1 million to €10 million, emphasizing a unique approach by not requiring traditional decks or models from startups. Instead, they prioritize meaningful conversations and swift decision-making, aiming to support founders with unique business models and market approaches.

Is henQ the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with henQ, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.

henQ

VC Fund

Investment focus

Invest in

  • Baltics
  • Nordics
  • Western Europe
  • Southern Europe
  • Central Eastern Europe

Customer types

  • B2B

Product type

  • Software

Industries / verticals

  • Cybersecurity / Identity
  • Developer Tools & Platforms
  • IT Infrastructure & Cloud
  • Workflow & Task Management (WorkTech)

Investment role

Lead and follow

Stages

Seed, Series A

First ticket size

€1,000,000 - €10,000,000

How to approach funds like henQ

When reaching out to henQ, founders should highlight what makes their business model or market approach unconventional within the B2B software landscape. Articulate the specific market gap or inefficiency your solution addresses, and be prepared to engage in a candid, high-level discussion about your vision and traction. henQ values founders who can clearly communicate their unique perspective and demonstrate conviction in their approach, especially if it challenges industry norms.

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