Birdhouse Ventures

🌱 We’ve raised €3.5M in seed funding, led by Expon Capital to supercharge our mission of accelerating Scope 3 emissions reduction. With over 85% of emissions hiding in supply chains, engaging suppliers is no longer nice-to-have. Yet for mid-market companies with limited resources, it remains a complex and time-intensive challenge. That’s were we come in. Since ClimateCamp launched in 2022 🚀 •⁠ ⁠800+ companies are actively sharing data on our platform. •⁠ ⁠50+ paying customers across Benelux, Germany & the US •⁠ ⁠Expanded from breweries to food & beverages, packaging & beyond •⁠ A growing team of over 18 employees, operating across Belgium and Luxembourg.  What sets us apart? 💡 We combine AI-driven automation with human supplier engagement to help companies move from reporting to real reduction faster. “We're investing in ClimateCamp because tackling Scope 3 emissions is one of the biggest challenges in sustainability, and they’ve built a smart, scalable way to solve it. Their platform gets suppliers on board quickly, makes carbon tracking easier, and helps companies turn sustainability goals into real action. We’re excited to support their journey with the Digital Tech Fund”.  - Marc Gendebien, Managing partner Expon Capital Thank you to all our investors Expon Capital, VLAIO - Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship, PMV, KBC Bank & Verzekering, Birdhouse Ventures, BAN Flanders - Business Angels Network Flanders, The Harbour, business angels and all other partners for believing in our vision. Let’s build a low-carbon future together—one supply chain at a time. 🔗 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ey8iZ9Mm #funding #sustainability #Scope3

Last days to register for the Birdhouse program! 🔔 Application deadline: 24th of February. Nearly 200 startups have gone through our program, and the number of success stories, follow-on investments, and scale-ups coming out of Birdhouse is growing insanely fast.   Our 12-week program is specifically built to help Belgian Tech startups and European AgeTech startups overcome hurdles on validating product-market fit, refining their storytelling skills & fundraising. Ready to start your VC journey?  🔗 Don’t miss your chance to join the Birdhouse program through:  https://lnkd.in/etuKQKsw #startups #fundraising #tech #agetech

From a bold vision to a thriving startup, Goodnick is proving that aging can truly be “the best thing in the world.” When they joined Birdhouse’s AgeTech program, they were already making waves with their online strength training platform for over-60s, combining human-led coaching with a powerful community. But they needed the right support to scale - fundraising, mentorship, and network. ✅ Secured their first fundraise during the program ✅ Completed two follow-on rounds, with Birdhouse Ventures leading one ✅ Doubled their revenue and valuation ✅ Expanded their market presence and secured a key strategic partner “Birdhouse gave us the tools, network, and confidence to take our startup to the next level.” – Harry Edmeades, co-Founder of Goodnick This is what happens when vision meets the right support system.  Read the full success story here: https://lnkd.in/epWQdbdc Looking to scale your Belgian Tech or European AgeTech startup? Our next cohort kicks off in April 2025. Apply now before registrations close on February 24th! 👇🏻 https://lnkd.in/etuKQKsw #agetech #growth #founders #funding 

Last week we wrapped up one of the most exhilarating stages of our accelerator program at Birdhouse: Pitch Week. During this final physical week, where we focus on storytelling and the 'art of pitching,' magic truly happens. Founders dig deep to find the heartbeat of their venture. With multiple dry runs, we challenge them to refine, energize, and elevate their pitches. The transformation is incredible. What starts as a series of slides becomes a powerful, investor-ready narrative by the end of the week. If you're a tech or age-tech founder dreaming of that next leap, Birdhouse might be the accelerator you’re looking for. Applications for the next cohort are opening soon. Erik Luijts Koen De Waele Magnus Björkman Justine Janssen Anke Artois Pablo Oeyen Vincent Jocquet Jan-Willem Callebaut Birdhouse Ventures #Pitching #Storytelling #DemoDay #TechFounders #AgeTech #Belgiantech #Entrepreneurship

Last Thursday, we wrapped up ‘Cohort 16’ with another incredible Birdhouse Demo Day! 🚀 After 12 weeks of intense growth, refinement, and preparation, our startups took the stage to pitch their vision and progress to a room filled with over 100 investors from diverse regions and industries. From showcasing their refined storytelling to demonstrating the growth they’ve achieved throughout the program, every founder proved they’re ready to take the next big step: securing a follow-on investment! ✅ We couldn’t be prouder of what Cohort 16 has accomplished - and we’re excited to see where their journeys will take them next. Bearcover, Figo Social, Good Boost, LendoCare, Nestflow, Skillerjobs, SpineWise & TurnUp. Thank you, Cresco, for having us in your beautiful offices to showcase our Demo Day. Here’s to turning potential into success stories! 🥂 Ready to pitch your Belgian Tech or European AgeTech startup to a large audience of seasoned investors? Sign up now for our next cohort, starting in April: https://lnkd.in/etuKQKsw

𝗛𝗲𝘁 ‘𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲 𝘇𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘁𝗷𝗲’ 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗮𝗸𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗽 𝘃𝗼𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁 🥾 Ceriter, pionier in looptherapie, heeft met succes € 1.100.000 aan investeringen opgehaald. Deze financiële injectie maakt een volgende groeifase mogelijk: commerciële opschaling en verdere ontwikkeling van hun medische technologie. Met deze technologie kunnen patiënten beter (en opnieuw) leren lopen, completer herstellen en blijft er meer oefen- en therapietijd over voor revalidatiecentra en fysiotherapeuten. Samen met collega Krista Van Weert-Bergmans heb ik namens het Limburg Startup Capital Fonds (#LSCF) de ronde mogen leiden. De investering wordt ook mogelijk gemaakt door Birdhouse Ventures, imec.istart en een groep business angels. Lees het hele artikel via deze link: 👇 https://lnkd.in/eBD_MhQe LIOF, Jan Limet, Vincent Jocquet, Krista Van Weert-Bergmans, mooie samenwerking en tof/ leerzaam om naast het voor mij gebruikelijkere #agrifood bij deze mooie #medtech investering betrokken te zijn.

🚀 Het techbedrijf Hyperfox dat de verwerking van inkomende bestellingen automatiseert, heeft zaaigeld opgehaald. Volta Ventures en JK Invest voegen zich bij de bestaande investeerders, waaronder Birdhouse Ventures en LRM NV. “We hebben in twee jaar tijd al een aanzienlijk groeipad afgelegd, dankzij de nodige kennis over de noden van bedrijven in de voedsel-, farmaceutische en logistieke sector”, zegt oprichter Tom Devos.

Registrations for the Birdhouse program starting in April are now open! What can you expect when you join Birdhouse? 🟣 An initial investment of €85k from Birdhouse Ventures 🟣 The ability to provide follow-on funding as your business grows 🟣 Access to our incredible Tech & AgeTech network of +170 entrepreneurial experts 🟣 A dedicated mentor & 4 advisors, to pick their brains 🟣 A community of 180+ alumni who have paved the way by taking this program before you What’s the program like? ✅ 12-week journey (3 weeks in Antwerp - 9 weeks online) ✅ Getting challenged by several groups of experts ✅ Validating your product-market fit ✅ Preparing for your next round ✅ Getting your story right ✅ Pitch during our ‘Demo Day’ with 100+ potential investors Want to know more? 👉 Reach out to the Birdhouse team 👉 Ask our alumni & network of experts 👉 …or let us know who you’d like to talk to, and we’ll connect you! Ready to take flight? 👉 Pre-register here: https://lnkd.in/etuKQKsw

As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to thank our network, startups, alumni, partners & everyone behind the scenes who makes Birdhouse thrive! 💥 2024 was a year full of growth and amazing opportunities - and we couldn't have done it without you. On behalf of the entire Birdhouse team, we wish you and your loved ones happy holidays & a successful, inspiring, healthy and impactful 2025! Let’s keep building the future together! 🚀🧡 #happyholidays #newyear #startups #growth

It’s time to kick off a new Birdhouse cohort! 🚀  We’re thrilled to introduce you to our latest group of startups: Bearcover, Good Boost, Figo Social, LendoCare, Nestflow, Skillerjobs, SpineWise, and TurnUp! Over the past few months, these teams have already come a long way:   📩 Submitted their applications and shared their stories   💻 Presented their vision, unique approach, metrics, and more   👩⚖️ Prepared to pitch live in front of our expert jury   🗣️ Answered final questions during the due diligence phase ⭐️ Secured a place in our exclusive cohort, chosen from hundreds of applications And this is only the beginning... This week, they’re diving into their first ‘physical deep dive’ week, here in Antwerp! 🚨 We’re so excited to welcome these startups into the Birdhouse network! 🧡  Together with our advisors and mentors, we look forward to supporting them on their growth journey. Curious to follow the journey of these incredible startups?   Be sure to follow us on social media and stay tuned for every step of their Birdhouse adventure. Want to embark on your Birdhouse journey? 🚀 Make sure to apply through: https://lnkd.in/etuKQKsw #startups #funding #cohort #AgeTech #Tech