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Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally. The firm leads in ‘Day Zero’ investing, an approach to venture capital focused on partnering with founders pre-launch. Antler systematically removes capital and network constraints for early-stage technology entrepreneurs by providing co-founder matching, deep business model validation, initial capital, expansion support, and follow-on funding. The firm is present in 27 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally and has made over 1,300 investments into early-stage startups. Antler has been repeatedly recognized by Pitchbook as the world’s most active angel and seed-stage investor.

Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally. The firm leads in ‘Day Zero’ investing, an approach to venture capital focused on partnering with founders pre-launch. Antler systematically removes capital and network constraints for early-stage technology entrepreneurs by providing co-founder matching, deep business model validation, initial capital, expansion support, and follow-on funding. The firm is present in 27 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally and has made over 1,300 investments into early-stage startups. Antler has been repeatedly recognized by Pitchbook as the world’s most active angel and seed-stage investor.

We are Torqx. A team of seasoned investment professionals who look beyond spreadsheets and understand what it takes to do business. Working closely together with executives and entrepreneurs to expand, improve or transform their enterprise. By doing so, we help them to build momentum and drive performance. Leading to better results and better companies. Our approach Torqx invests in medium-sized companies in the Benelux with significant value creation potential. Situations include growth-, buy-and-build-, performance improvement-, turnaround- and transformational investments. We invest in a range of industries including manufacturing, distribution and services where we can leverage the broad experience of our team. Typically, we acquire majority positions based on partnership with entrepreneurs and management teams. We offer our companies smart capital, network, expertise and talent to support implementation of their plans and achieve their full potential. Our team Our team consists of highly experienced and skilled professionals with a down-to-earth approach. We are known for our sharp analyses and valuable insights, our deep expertise in markets and business processes, and our quick and no-nonsense decision making. We bring a vast network of world-class professionals and strategic partners to support our companies. We have an outstanding track-record and are proud of our many business success stories over the past. We are eager to get to work and help companies move forward. We currently invest out of a EUR 150 million fund backed by reputable international institutional investors and the Torqx team itself.

Various board memberships