henQ
◆ Investment Thesis
Choosing the roads less travelled and investing in the 'odd ones out'.
◆ About henQ
henQ is an Amsterdam-based venture capital firm founded in 2004, focusing on early-stage B2B software startups across Europe, particularly those in overlooked or 'boring' markets with atypical business models.[1][2][3] They provide initial investments from €1M to €10M and emphasize concentrated support for a select few companies annually, typically three, to drive efficient growth to 10M ARR with less dilution.[1][2] The firm backs exceptional European founders pursuing unproven problems, offering strategic assistance in hiring, fundraising, and operations.[3][4]
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◆ FAQ
What does henQ invest in?
henQ invests in B2B software at the pre-seed, seed and series-a stages.
Which geographies does henQ focus on?
henQ focuses on Europe, and is headquartered in Netherlands.
What is henQ's typical check size?
henQ typically writes checks of $1M to $10M.