Northzone launched the first cohort of its Northstars program. It brings together 25 experienced tech operators from across Europe. The network will help identify investment opportunities and support portfolio companies.
How the program works
In its first year, the operators will join Northzone's pipeline and investment process. They can co-invest with the firm in companies they individually source. They will also provide advisory and mentorship services to portfolio companies.
The inaugural cohort
Participants work at companies including DeepL, ElevenLabs, Coinbase, Adyen, and Samsara. Their experience covers robotics, AI infrastructure, healthcare, cybersecurity, and vertical software. The group forms a pan-European network.
Northzone at a glance
Northzone is a London-based venture capital firm with US$3.1 billion in assets under management. It has invested in more than 250 companies since 1996. The firm has backed Spotify, Klarna, Black Forest Labs, and others.
Partner Sam Endacott and partner and head of platform Elena Pantazi will lead the program. The 25 operators are the first chosen in an ongoing program. Northzone operates hubs in London, New York, Amsterdam, Berlin, and Stockholm.