Head of Business Strategy & Startup Founder (March 2025)

This ad is not for an employment, but an opportunity to build a VC-backed startup from the ground up.

Who you are:

You are an aspiring entrepreneur, a leader with the drive to build something groundbreaking. You might have thrived in leadership roles at startups before, or perhaps you possess the skills and confidence to excel in such a position.

About Antler

Antler is the world's most active venture capital firm, providing funding from pre-seed to Series C. We invest in Founders who seek to define our tomorrow and reshape the world we live in with groundbreaking technological innovation. Every year, we handpick the strongest Founders from more than 135,000 applicants across our 27 locations on the globe, which has led us to work with more than 7,000 founders to date and a portfolio of more than 1,000 startups.

The Antler Founder Residency

Join a dynamic cohort of 200+ highly motivated entrepreneurs for an immersive 12-week program. Visit our website for a detailed breakdown of how we'll support your startup launch.

• 12-Week full-time Immersive Journey: Kicking off March, 2025, in Copenhagen.
• Co-Founder Discovery: In the first 10 weeks, collaborate with fellow Founders to find your co-founder(s).
• Pitch to Invest: Present your team and business idea to the Antler Investment Committee. Secure a net cash investment of EUR 100k for 10% equity.
• Accelerate Growth: If funded, we work closely with you to make your startup a success!

Program Details

• Start Date: March 3rd, 2025
• Location: Onsite at our Copenhagen office
• Compensation: While participants don't receive financial compensation during the program, pre-seed investment is available to jumpstart your venture.
• Visa Sponsorship: Due to the non-employment nature of the program, visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Deep Industry Expertise: Possess a profound understanding of your chosen industry's challenges and opportunities, and translate that knowledge into impactful solutions.
• Proven Leadership: Deliver a track record of leading teams, projects, or companies, effectively motivating colleagues to achieve shared goals and navigate challenges.
• Strategic Acumen: Demonstrate exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, capable of dissecting complex problems and formulating effective solutions.
• VC-Backed Startup Ambitions: Possess a clear understanding of building a VC-backed startup from the ground up.
• English Fluency: Fluent English is essential to fully participate in the program.

Application Process

Our streamlined application process takes only 2-3 weeks:

1. Apply through our website.
2. Participate in an introductory interview.
3. Progress to an in-depth interview with our partners.
4. Receive a potential offer.

Meet Our Nordic Success Stories:

• Wingbits: Community-driven flight data; redefining air travel efficiency.
• Two: A comprehensive B2B payment suite simplifying sales for online and offline businesses.
• Evyon: A developer of eco-friendly battery energy storage systems.
• Glint Solar: Software accelerating the identification of optimal solar installation sites.
• PerPlant: AI-powered sensor systems creating a gateway to sustainable agriculture