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“I didn't become a VC to be important. I became one to be useful”: Robin Capital raises €15M Fund II

Before I even spoke to Robin Haak, more than one person warned me he was “a lot”. And they're not entirely wrong. He's outspoken, intense and hardly your typical VC. But spend any time talking to him,...

“I didn't become a VC to be important. I became one to be useful”: Robin Capital raises €15M Fund II

Robin Capital, a Berlin-based venture capital firm, has raised its second €15 million fund, following its first €15 million fund. The firm's portfolio includes companies such as Ground A, Marble Imaging, and Helicity Space. Founder and Global COO, Robin Haak, believes that venture capital should do more for founders and is willing to challenge industry norms.

Haak, who previously worked in digital ventures, M&A, and as a founder at Jobspotting, returned to investing after experiencing the challenges of building a company and raising capital. He aims to offer founders a unique, entrepreneurial experience by being in the trenches, helping with fundraising, and providing valuable relationships and connections.

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