Jürgen Ingels

Overview

Jürgen Ingels is a Belgian entrepreneur and venture capitalist known for his significant contributions to the technology sector. He founded Clear2Pay, a leading payment technology company, which was sold to FIS in 2014. Currently, he serves as the managing partner of SmartFin Capital, a venture capital fund that invests in European technology companies. Ingels is also the founder of Scale-ups.eu, an organization that supports the growth of startups, and the driving force behind technology events such as SuperNova and The Big Score. He holds a Master's degree in Political and Social Sciences and an MBA from the University of Antwerp. Under Ingels' leadership, SmartFin Capital has invested in various sectors, including financial technology, big data, 3D printing, enterprise software, and mobile application security. The fund focuses on seed, early-stage, and growth investments, primarily in Belgium, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Israel. Notable portfolio companies include Materialise, Itineris, Guardsquare, and Deliverect. Ingels' investment philosophy emphasizes the importance of creativity and innovation over capital. He believes that in today's entrepreneurial landscape, success is driven more by creative ideas and execution than by financial resources. This perspective has influenced his approach to supporting and investing in technology startups, aiming to foster sustainable growth and long-term value creation.