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VHV Q2 2026 Team Meeting – AI, Growth & Building for the Future 🚀Q2 is in the books, and what a great way to close the f...
10/07/2026

VHV Q2 2026 Team Meeting – AI, Growth & Building for the Future 🚀

Q2 is in the books, and what a great way to close the first half of 2026 at VAN HAL Ventures.

In June, our team came together in Dublin for our quarterly strategy meeting—a valuable opportunity to review the first six months of the year, challenge our thinking, exchange ideas, and align on our priorities for the second half of 2026.

Our portfolio companies continue to make strong progress, each at its own pace and stage of growth. As long-term investors and company builders, we understand that every venture follows a different trajectory. Despite ongoing economic headwinds and a challenging global market environment, we are pleased with the resilience, ex*****on, and positive development across our portfolio.

A major focus of this quarter was leveraging AI to improve our own operations. Together, we reviewed our Q1 marketing and sales performance, explored how AI can further optimize our marketing and sales processes, and discussed ways to strengthen funnel management, tracking, and automation. We also welcomed an external digital marketing expert, whose independent perspective provided valuable insights and challenged us to think differently.

Of course, no VHV quarterly meeting would be complete without spending time together outside the meeting room. We wrapped up the event with a fantastic team dinner with family and friends, watched FIFA Club World Cup matches together, and some of us even ended the evening at the Metallica concert at Dublin's Aviva Stadium. 🤘⚽

A big thank you to the entire VHV team for the great discussions, energy, and commitment. We're excited for what lies ahead in H2 2026.

VHV invests via a pre-IPO club deal in Erebor BankIn April 2026, VAN HAL Ventures (VHV), alongside a group of 15 global ...
10/06/2026

VHV invests via a pre-IPO club deal in Erebor Bank

In April 2026, VAN HAL Ventures (VHV), alongside a group of 15 global entrepreneurs and investors, participated in a pre-IPO investment in Erebor Bank through an SPV club deal.

The Series B financing valued Erebor at USD 4 billion pre-money, alongside investors including Founders Fund (Peter Thiel), Palmer Luckey (Anduril), Joe Lonsdale (Palantir), and Jeff Morris (Tinder).

Erebor is a digital bank purpose-built for AI, defense, crypto, and next-generation technology companies—sectors that are growing significantly faster than traditional banking infrastructure can support today.

Designed as a tech-native financial platform, Erebor combines modern treasury management, real-time global payments, digital asset infrastructure, stablecoins, and lending solutions for innovation-driven businesses. In the wake of Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse, Erebor is positioning itself as a potential financial backbone for the next generation of technology companies.

This investment reflects our continued conviction in the infrastructure powering the innovation economy and the technologies shaping the future of global markets.

We were delighted to welcome Tom from Bochum, Germany, to VAN HAL Ventures in our Dublin office as part of the Erasmus S...
20/05/2026

We were delighted to welcome Tom from Bochum, Germany, to VAN HAL Ventures in our Dublin office as part of the Erasmus Student Mobility for Traineeships programme.

A student at TU Dortmund University, Tom completed his international internship with us from January to April 2026, gaining valuable experience within our Digital Marketing team.

During his internship, Tom contributed to projects focused on:

• Market research and market expansion strategies
• EU tender acquisition opportunities
• Government funding and investment support programmes

His work supported the development of systems designed to strengthen and expand EU tender opportunities across our venture activities. In addition, his research into funding initiatives helped identify ways to make investment opportunities more accessible and attractive across different markets.

Beyond the strategic and technical experience, the internship also provided valuable exposure to professional English communication within an international business environment — an increasingly important skill in today’s global workplace.

Outside the office, Tom embraced life in Dublin, building strong relationships with colleagues and expanding his international professional network.

We would like to thank Tom for his professionalism, curiosity, and positive attitude throughout his time with us, and we wish him every success in the next stage of his career following the completion of his internship in April 2026.

VHV Q1 2026 Team Meeting – Sales Operations & Automation FocusThat was Q1 2026 at VAN HAL Ventures 🚀In March, we came to...
30/03/2026

VHV Q1 2026 Team Meeting – Sales Operations & Automation Focus

That was Q1 2026 at VAN HAL Ventures 🚀

In March, we came together as a team for our Q1 meeting — a great opportunity to align, challenge our thinking, and set a strong operational foundation for the months ahead.

This quarter, our focus was clear: sales operations, automation, and tender excellence.

We deep-dived into how we can scale our sales efforts more effectively by implementing automated mailing systems tailored to carefully selected target groups — ensuring more consistent, data-driven outreach. At the same time, we refined our tender management approach, improving how we evaluate opportunities and execute with greater efficiency and precision.

It’s these incremental improvements in how we work that ultimately drive long-term impact.

But just as important as the work itself is the team behind it.

We closed the week in the best possible way — experiencing the energy of the Six Nations clash between Ireland 🇮🇪 and Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 live at the stadium, diving into some VR gaming competition, and celebrating St. Patrick’s Day together.

And what made it even more special: many of these moments were shared not just with the team, but also with family and friends — from the streets to a whiskey bar to a traditional pub filled with music and laughter.

A great reminder that strong teams are built not only through shared goals, but through shared experiences.

Grateful for the people, the progress, and the momentum we’re building into 2026.

February 2026 | International Expansion Supported by VAN HAL Ventures at the BUDMA Fair 2026From February 2–4, 2026, the...
16/03/2026

February 2026 | International Expansion Supported by VAN HAL Ventures at the BUDMA Fair 2026

From February 2–4, 2026, the management of Palazzina Sports & Building attended the fair together with the management of VAN HAL Ventures, which accompanied and supported its portfolio company during the trip.

The visit focused on advancing the international expansion of Palazzina Building, the brand for modular construction solutions. As part of its portfolio support, VAN HAL Ventures actively supports Palazzina’s growth through finance, marketing, and strategic services.

The product portfolio includes modular solutions for:

- Sanitary buildings
- Offices
- Modular houses
- Fitness and sports facilities
- Schools and educational spaces
- Wellness and spa facilities

During the fair, the teams held productive meetings with cooperation partners, suppliers, and distribution partners from their international network. In addition, initial contacts were established for potential product collaborations with partners from China.

Beyond the exhibition, meetings with production facilities and strategic partners were also part of the program to explore future projects and opportunities in modular construction and international supply chains.

The trip concluded with a joint dinner with employees and cooperation partners, creating an opportunity to reflect on the insights from the fair and to exchange ideas for future collaborations.

🌍 Learn more about the venture platform supporting Palazzina’s growth:
www.vh-ventures.com

🌍 More information about modular solutions:
www.palazzina-building.com

VAN HAL Ventures Partially Exits OpenAI Investment Following $500 Billion Valuation(February 2026) In 2024, VAN HAL Vent...
13/03/2026

VAN HAL Ventures Partially Exits OpenAI Investment Following $500 Billion Valuation

(February 2026) In 2024, VAN HAL Ventures, alongside a group of 13 global entrepreneurs and investors, participated in a pre-market investment in OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, through an SPV club deal. The investment was facilitated via a US-based vehicle that secured pre-IPO shares, positioning us ahead of OpenAI’s potential move to the public markets.

In February 2026, VAN HAL Ventures partially exited 34% of its OpenAI position through a secondary sale after OpenAI’s valuation reached $500 billion. We are excited to remain invested with the remaining 66% of our initial position and look forward to continuing with other investors the journey alongside OpenAI as the company advances the future of AI. We also plan to continue investing in innovative AI solutions.

This early equity investment reflects our strong conviction in the long-term potential of AI-driven technologies and their ability to reshape industries worldwide. As part of our broader investment strategy, this position is intended to be realised at the time of OpenAI’s public listing, allowing us to redeploy capital into the next generation of companies within the VHV portfolio.

At VAN HAL Ventures, we aim to support innovation at its earliest stages rather than simply following established trends. This investment reflects our commitment to backing technologies that will influence how people live, work, and build in the future. Beyond pre-IPO opportunities, VAN HAL Ventures focuses primarily on investing in startups, where we take an active role in guiding their development, accelerating growth, and supporting operational ex*****on.

VHV Q4 2025 Team Meeting: Hybrid Marketing & Sales FocusLast week in December 2025 VAN HAL Ventures held our Q4 team mee...
10/12/2025

VHV Q4 2025 Team Meeting: Hybrid Marketing & Sales Focus

Last week in December 2025 VAN HAL Ventures held our Q4 team meeting to review ongoing projects and align priorities across our portfolio. Key topics included strengthening our sales setup, improving lead flow across our systems, and streamlining tender and documentation processes to support the next phase of growth.

We also defined next steps for several digital and operational upgrades — from website and digital marketing improvements to internal process refinements that will help us execute faster and more consistently in the months ahead. Clear ownership and timelines were set across all workstreams as we head into 2026.

We wrapped up with a team dinner in Dublin, joined by friends and guests — a great way to close out a productive day together.

#2026

VHV invests via a pre-IPO club deal in Anduril IndustriesIn October 2025, VAN HAL Ventures (VHV), alongside a group of 1...
03/12/2025

VHV invests via a pre-IPO club deal in Anduril Industries

In October 2025, VAN HAL Ventures (VHV), alongside a group of 17 global entrepreneurs and investors, participated in a pre-IPO investment in Anduril Industries through an SPV club deal.

Anduril is a defence technology company building AI-driven autonomy and surveillance systems that help militaries detect threats faster and coordinate responses. Its core software platform, Lattice, fuses sensor data into a real-time operating picture and helps direct autonomous systems.

Following our investment in OpenAI, this marks another step in our commitment to AI-driven technology—and a clear statement of support for innovation that strengthens the security and resilience of free societies.

The investment was facilitated through a US-based vehicle that secured pre-IPO shares, positioning us ahead of Anduril’s potential move to the public markets. This stake reflects our conviction in the long-term value of AI and autonomy, and we expect to exit around a future public listing—recycling capital into the next generation of ventures within the VHV portfolio.

At VAN HAL Ventures, we don’t just follow innovation—we back it early. Beyond pre-IPO opportunities, VHV primarily invests in startup companies, actively supporting their development, accelerating growth, and engaging operationally to help build enduring businesses.

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