
Loïc Struyvelt
Ex‑VC turned builder — automation, AI ops, and early‑stage investor
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
Joined July 2025
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Summary
Transitioned from VC to operator/builder: Loïc spent multiple years in early‑stage venture (Curiosity VC, visiting analyst roles) focusing on data‑heavy and AI/ML investments, then founded Magiclaine and moved into ops and automation roles (Vox AI). This shows a deliberate move from investing to hands‑on building and scaling automation for both funds and portfolio companies. curiosityvc+2
Data/AI orientation blended with systems thinking: his work at Curiosity VC focused on AI and data-driven diligence and portfolio support, while Magiclaine's capabilities emphasize data pipelines, enrichment and CRM/dealflow automation — a pattern of combining investment judgment with engineering/automation practice. openvc+2
Technical foundation from TU Delft informs commercial work: Loïc holds a BSc in Civil Engineering and an MSc in Management of Technology (TU Delft); his MSc thesis addresses VC valuation for software startups — illustrating a mix of engineering rigor and technology management applied to venture and product problems. tudelft
Community engagement and public speaking: active in regional tech/VC communities (speaking at Nordic Tech Week, Venture Café and similar events), signaling an interest in ecosystem building, knowledge sharing and community networks. nordictechweek+1
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Selected Venture Café / community posts
October 1, 2024Several community and blog posts on topics of entrepreneurship, community building and emerging technologies (examples authored on Venture Café Rotterdam).
VC valuation and multiples: an exploration of comparable analysis of software start-ups
May 1, 2022Master's thesis exploring valuation procedures followed by software venture capitalists, using comparable analysis for software startups.
Hobbies
Public speaking, community building and event participation (frequent speaker at tech and investor events). nordictechweek+1
Notes
AMAdriano Michielisaid they would trust
LSLoïc Struyvelt
to build a pattern-tracking system that would give their investing team a real edge.Jun 4, 2026
HPHugh Phelansaid they've seen
LSLoïc Struyvelt
consistently back early-stage consumer marketplaces with smart, founder-friendly terms.Nov 18, 2025
MMMoritz Muellersaid they've seen
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leverage their operator or exec experience in smart ways when investing in startups.Oct 13, 2025
ESEllen Smeelesaid
LSLoïc Struyvelt
is one of the most forward-thinking corporate venture investors they know, especially when it comes to AI and productivity.Oct 8, 2025
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