Inside a Consumer VC's Mind: Funding Food & Beverage Startups w/ Clément Helinckx

Huge thanks to Yariv Ganor Startup Psychologist for sponsoring this episode. If you are a founder, learn how Yariv works with founders to provide support throughout the startup journey by booking a free consultation with him today: https://link.foundersunpluggedpodcast.com/EMQp ----------------------------------------- In this conversation, Clément Helinckx shares his journey into the world of venture capital, detailing his experiences at DLF Ventures, a consumer-focused venture fund. He discusses the appeal of working with entrepreneurs, the challenges they face, and the importance of impact over financial gain in the startup ecosystem. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Clément Elanks and Delaf Venture 02:57 Clément's Journey into Venture Capital 05:56 The Appeal of the Consumer Space 09:03 Understanding the Entrepreneurial Mindset 11:53 Challenges in the Startup World 14:54 The Role of Impact in Entrepreneurship 17:47 Navigating Market Expectations 21:04 The Importance of Support Systems 23:54 Angel Investing and Market Differences 26:50 The Evolution of Investment Strategies in Europe 29:44 Building Trust and Community in Crowdfunding 31:05 Aligning Investor and Entrepreneur Goals 33:15 The Role of Reputation in Venture Capital 36:20 The Journey from Idea to Product 43:32 Opportunities for Food Entrepreneurs in the UK Follow Clément on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clement-helinckx/ Checkout DLF Ventures here: https://www.dlfventure.com/ Want a 1-hour free advisory session with me, Greg McCallum? 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/meetings/gmccallum?uuid=c7ed45d8-c8fe-4b6a-9eda-d062fd02c9ad