Andre de Haes

Andre de Haes is a highly successful early-stage venture capitalist and co-founder of Backed VC, a prominent European fund. He is known for his human-centric approach to investing, focusing on building strong founder communities through unique support programs, workshops, and retreats. His investment philosophy leans towards contrarian thinking, targeting overlooked sectors and founders with strong resilience. backed+3

With a background spanning top-tier institutions like Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, Andreessen Horowitz, and Index Ventures, Andre brings a wealth of experience in finance, consulting, and venture capital. This diverse foundation, coupled with his academic pursuits at Oxford, Stanford, and Harvard, underpins his strategic vision in identifying and nurturing high-growth European tech companies. informaconnect+1

Andre is actively involved in the European tech ecosystem, serving as a board director for numerous portfolio companies including unicorns like Thought Machine. His investment focus includes frontier technologies such as Fintech, Biotech, Blockchain, and Advanced Manufacturing, with a notable interest and engagement in the blockchain gaming sector. crunchbase+2

Recognized early in his career, Andre was included in Forbes' 30 Under 30 - Europe - All Star Alumni list in 2017, highlighting his impact and leadership in the finance and venture capital industry. forbes