YES!Delft

Executive Summary

YES!Delft is a leading European deeptech incubator and accelerator focused on turning breakthrough technologies into global companies. They provide tailored services and an extensive ecosystem to startups without taking equity, emphasizing early-stage support and innovation-driven sectors.

• Supported over 560 startups with 82% still in business or acquired.
• Startups have raised over €1B in capital.
• Focuses on sectors like Robotics, AI, Quantum, MedTech, and Energy Transition.
• Located at the TU Delft Campus, a hub for radical innovations.

Snapshot

Fund Size	N/A USD
Stages Focus	Idea or Patent, Prototype, Early Revenue, Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Sectors Focus	Robotics, AI, Quantum, MedTech, Energy Transition
Portfolio Size	11 companies

Investment Thesis

YES!Delft’s investment thesis is centered on identifying and nurturing early-stage startups with high growth potential, particularly those leveraging cutting-edge technologies and innovations. They focus on sectors that are poised to make a substantial impact on society and the economy, such as Robotics, AI, Quantum, MedTech, and Energy Transition.

• Target Founders: Entrepreneurs with a strong academic or research background, particularly those from TU Delft and other leading institutions.
• Sectors: Robotics, AI, Quantum, MedTech, and Energy Transition.
• Stage: seed">Pre-seed to Series A.
• Check Size: Varies, typically in the range of seed">pre-seed to Series A funding.
• Geography: Primarily focused on the European market, with a strong presence in the Netherlands.
• Deal Criteria: High growth potential, innovative technology, strong team, and market fit.

Team & Activity

Active team contains 11 members (2 partners, 0 founders).

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is YES!Delft?
  

  YES!Delft is a leading European deeptech incubator and accelerator focused on turning breakthrough technologies into global companies. It supports startups in sectors like Robotics, AI, Quantum, MedTech, and Energy Transition.

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• What is the investment strategy of YES!Delft?
  

  YES!Delft's investment strategy focuses on identifying and nurturing early-stage startups with high growth potential, particularly those leveraging cutting-edge technologies and innovations in sectors like Robotics, AI, Quantum, MedTech, and Energy Transition.

  Investor Profile: YES!Delft on EzFunding

• Where is YES!Delft located?
  

  YES!Delft is located in Delft, Netherlands.

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• What are the investment stages YES!Delft focuses on?
  

  YES!Delft focuses on various investment stages including Idea or Patent, Prototype, Early Revenue, Pre-seed, Seed, and Series A.

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• What sectors does YES!Delft invest in?
  

  YES!Delft invests in sectors such as Robotics, AI, Quantum, MedTech, and Energy Transition.

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• Does YES!Delft accept cold outreach?
  

  No, YES!Delft does not accept cold outreach.

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• What are some portfolio companies of YES!Delft?
  

  Some portfolio companies of YES!Delft include Infinite Simulation Systems, Passguard, Vydar, KeepYourHomeIP, MagiQware, Praxa Sense, DecipHER, Dawn Aerospace, Sentyron, Partners with Sun, and Gradyent.

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• Who are the key team members at YES!Delft?
  

  Key team members at YES!Delft include Ras Lalmy, Nannila Zevenhuizen, Freek Smoes, Moshe Sijben, Jan Geert van Hall, Amber Marijs, Pablo Benítez, Sara Krupansky de Miguel, Wouter Robers, and Radena Tsoneva.

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• What is YES!Delft's investment focus in the Robotics sector?
  

  YES!Delft's investment focus in the Robotics sector is on startups developing innovative robotic solutions with the potential to disrupt traditional industries and create new market opportunities.

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• What is YES!Delft's investment focus in the AI sector?
  

  YES!Delft's investment focus in the AI sector is on startups leveraging artificial intelligence to solve complex problems and drive innovation across various industries.

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