E472 | Oliver Holle, Speedinvest: Europe's VC Momentum, Political Engagement & Global Alliances

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm sits down with Oliver Holle, Founding Partner at Speedinvest, to unpack Europe’s current position in the global venture landscape. Fresh off the EUVC Summit and gearing up for GITEX, Oliver brings the heat — calling out flawed narratives, making the case for political engagement by founders and VCs, and breaking down the strategic implications of geopolitical capital shifts.Oliver shares how Europe is better positioned than its reputation suggests, why AI represents a public narrative opportunity for tech, and how learning from private equity could help European VCs build durable winners. From silent fund shutdowns to the rise of solo GPs, this episode is a crash course in navigating the new European venture normal.Here’s what’s covered:03:46 Key Relationships in the Founder-VC Dynamic09:56 Navigating Power Dynamics in Founder-VC Relationships22:03 The Importance of Team Dynamics in Startups26:05 Building Effective Communication and Culture in Growing Teams28:44 The Challenge of Team Dynamics in VC Firms32:36 Addressing Ego Issues in Leadership38:32 The Evolving Role of Founders47:12 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth55:12 The Importance of Energy Management