Robin Dechant and Jeannette zu Fürstenberg

Opinion

August 1, 2025

Is the European founders' renaissance real?

Europe's seeing a surge in entrepreneurial activity, with many second-time founders on a mission to build European resilience

It’s a question we’ve heard again and again over the past months — from investors, from policymakers, and most importantly, from founders: Is Europe finally having its moment?

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Jeannette zu Fürstenberg

Jeannette zu Fürstenberg is a managing director and head of Europe at General Catalyst

Robin Dechant

Robin Dechant is a partner at General Catalyst

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