Rupert Brenninkmeijer

Overview

An experienced angel investor focusing on early-stage technology companies in the United States and United Kingdom. He serves as an Operating Principal at Bregal Sagemount, where he partners with portfolio company leadership to accelerate growth and build operational scale across five Value Creation pillars: sales acceleration, offer optimization, tech & process, M&A, and recruitment. Prior to joining Bregal Sagemount, Rupert was a Director at Contentful, responsible for the product-led business unit representing 15% of the P&L. Earlier in his career, he operated as a Senior Growth Marketing lead at GoCardless, scaling the Mid-Market business. Rupert received a BSc in Mathematics with honors from Oxford Brookes University. In addition to his role at Bregal Sagemount, Rupert serves as an angel investor at Bright Fund, focusing on B2B startups. He co-founded Dribble, which later became Midnite.com, and worked on improving in-store productivity at C&A Brasil. With a background in mathematics and finance, Rupert is a well-rounded professional with a strong track record in growth marketing and strategic planning. Rupert is based in Miami, Florida, United States, and has been recognized for his contributions to the growth and scaling of multiple startups to significant valuations. His expertise spans various sectors, including technology, software, fintech, e-commerce, and digital media, reflecting his diverse investment interests and experience in the startup ecosystem.

Investment Focus

• Strong growth potential
• Innovative technology solutions
• Experienced founding team
• Scalable business model
• Clear market differentiation
• Ability to achieve significant valuations

Portfolio Companies