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MenuBeing a deep-/impact-tech startup in Netherlands we have co-founders but no lead-investor, which we need to complete our investment-round.
We are in seed stage, transferring electricity on air, have patents in prep phase, FTO received. Strong team. Incorporated after 4 years work in February 2023. Our tech is helping 7 ESG goals. We need concrete pin-pointed help, no general advice please.
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Trust this is resolved by now.
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All the best.
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