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Sara Rywe

Sara Rywe

Early-stage tech investor and Managing Partner at byFounders

Stockholm, Sweden
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Copenhagen, Denmark
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Joined February 2026
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Summary

Sara Rywe is a leading early-stage tech investor and Partner at byFounders, focusing on B2B SaaS and impact investments in the Nordics and Baltics. She is known for her founder compassion and has led investments in numerous companies across various sectors. byfounders+3
Her career journey is marked by a blend of entrepreneurial spirit and strong analytical skills, having founded a dancing school at 17, worked at McKinsey & Company as a management consultant, and headed global strategy implementation at Danske Bank before moving into venture capital. graduateships+2
Sara is a Kauffman Fellow (Class 27) and a vocal advocate for diversity in venture capital, actively seeking out and supporting impact-driven founders. She promotes an 'impact-aware strategy' at byFounders, emphasizing responsible businesses and leadership. kauffmanfellows+3
She holds an MBA from INSEAD and Wharton Business School, a Bachelor's in Business & Economics from Stockholm School of Economics, and a certificate in International Business from SUNY New Paltz, showcasing a diverse educational background across multiple continents. byfounders+2

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Avid public speaker, food-lover, and adventurer who enjoys exploring new places, meeting new people, and experiencing new cultures. byfounders+1

Notes

EKEmmet Kingsaid
SRSara Rywe
is one of their favorite early-stage angel investors in climate tech.

Nov 7, 2025

ASAlessandro Santosaid they would trust
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to be among the first investors in a promising climate tech company.

Oct 17, 2025

JKJon Kåre Stenesaid they've seen
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make a particularly strong positive impact as an angel investor in climate tech.

Oct 5, 2025