ECBF Appoints Isabelle Laurencin to Partner, Bringing Two Decades of Investment Expertise to the Team

Luxembourg, March 4th, 2025 - The European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF) is pleased to announce the promotion of Isabelle Laurencin to Partner, effective from March 1, 2025. This strategic move reinforces ECBF's position as a leading venture capital fund dedicated to accelerating the transition towards a sustainable, bio-based circular economy in Europe.

Isabelle Laurencin brings over 20 years of investment experience to her new role at ECBF. Her extensive background includes leading venture and private equity transactions across multiple geographies, managing a €70 million venture fund, and shaping climate tech VC strategy at the International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group). Her expertise spans impact and climate investments, business scaling, and international expansion, making her an invaluable asset to the ECBF team. 

Michael Brandkamp, Managing Partner at ECBF, commented on the appointment: "Isabelle's swift promotion to Partner reflects her exceptional career and immediate impact on our team. Her extensive venture capital experience and deep understanding of the agtech and food tech sector will be instrumental in identifying and nurturing innovative startups driving the bioeconomy transition." 

The addition of Isabelle Laurencin as a Partner strengthens ECBF's ability to support its portfolio companies and advance its investment strategy. Her experience serving on numerous boards and investment committees will provide valuable guidance to high-growth companies in the fund's portfolio, helping them navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities in the evolving bioeconomy landscape. 

As ECBF continues to build on its success, having raised €300 million to finance growth companies in the bioeconomy and bio-based circular economy, Isabelle's expertise will play a crucial role in identifying and supporting the next generation of bioeconomy innovators. Her focus on key sectors such as agtech, regenerative agriculture, and the blue economy aligns with ECBF's commitment to catalyzing sustainable solutions that contribute to achieving the European Green Deal goals. Isabelle's deep understanding of these technologies further enhances our ability to make strategic investments in these crucial sectors. 

"I am honored to take on this new role at ECBF," said Isabelle Laurencin. "The fund's mission to drive the transition from a fossil-based to a circular bio-based economy is more critical than ever. I look forward to working closely with our team and portfolio companies to accelerate innovation and create lasting impact in the bioeconomy sector." 

With Isabelle Laurencin's promotion, ECBF reaffirms its commitment to providing not just capital, but also strategic expertise to visionary entrepreneurs in the bioeconomy space. As the fund continues to grow and evolve, it remains dedicated to building a more sustainable and prosperous future for Europe and beyond.

About the European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF)
The European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF) is a private venture capital fund dedicated to advancing the bioeconomy and the circular economy. Established by the European Commission, ECBF invests in pioneering European companies driving the transition from a fossil-based to a bio-based economy. The fund focuses on late-stage companies that demonstrate high potential for innovation, sustainable impact and attractive financial returns. Launched in 2020, ECBF has €300 million under management. It is managed by Hauck & Aufhäuser Funds Services S.A. in Luxembourg and advised by ECBF Management GmbH in Germany. For more information, please visit www.ecbf.vc.

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