Early stage investor
Louise Lachmann
Tech entrepreneur, investor and board professional
I invest in innovative ideas that have the potential to make a significant impact on the world. I am always on the lookout for startups with unique ideas and a clear vision for the future. My experience and core competences lies within b2b SaaS. I believe that a passionate and dedicated team is key to success and I am committed to working closely with the companies I invest in to help them achieve their goals and reach their full potential. If you are looking for an investor who is passionate about supporting innovation and making a difference, I would be honored to work with you.
My Story
I have spend most of my life as an entrepreneur. I love to create, build and scale. Building a successful company is a lot of hard work. It is a journey with ups and downs, but when you succeed in realising your dream there is nothing more fulfilling. I want to support the next generation of founders and help them realize their visions building great companies and making sustainable impact.
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I am a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion and demonstrated history within tech and B2B Software as a Service. I was the Co-founder and CEO of Mono Solutions, a SaaS digital marketing platform for small businesses, that was acquired in 2019 by one of the world’s largest media companies, Bauer Media Group. Previous to founding Mono, I have co-founded and exited two other companies within the digital agency space. My expertise lies within Management, Strategy, Sales, Marketing, B2B Software-as-a-Service, Start-ups and Early stage. I am passionate about entrepreneurship and giving back to the start-up community and proud to be chair of the Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship and on the expert panel of Innovation Fund Denmark. I am also an ambassador for Angella Invest on a mission to increase the number of female investors in start-up companies.
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Investments & Experience
Swisspod
Angel Investor
August 2024
As an investor in Swisspod, I am excited to support a pioneering company at the forefront of sustainable transportation. Swisspod is revolutionizing the future of mobility with their innovative hyperloop technology, offering a faster, more efficient, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional transportation methods. Their commitment to transforming global infrastructure aligns with my vision of investing in cutting-edge solutions that address some of the world's most pressing challenges. Swisspod Technologies is an EPFL spinoff founded by Hyperloop veterans and multiple award winners of SpaceX Hyperloop Competition. With its HQ in Switzerland, with offices in Miami and test facilities in Colorado.​
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February 2024
55% of power on construction sites is wasted outside working hours.
Acembee's solution reduces electricity use by up to 40%, cutting CO2 emissions and operational costs. Achieve more sustainable construction sites with automated processes and accurate ESG, DGNB, and LCA reporting with your needs in mind
House of Share
Angel Investor
February 2024
House of Share on a mission to make luxurious fashion a collective movement, where everyone can rent and lend, by promoting awareness of circular fashion and minimizing environmental impact.
April 2023
Kanda is a B2B SaaS company providing a Virtual Training platform enabling companies to create complex, real-time, collaborative training simulations on multiple devices. Kanda is the only company in the world that has been approved to offer wind turbine training courses by GWO - global wind organization. Investment led by Ugly Duckling Ventures.
December 2022
Eupry is a B2B SaaS company on a mission to simplify compliance and operations. Speeding up work that cure the world and freeing bright people from manual processes within GxP storage compliance. Investment led by EIFO and Ugly Duckling Ventures.
Roam
Angel investor
September 2022
Ro.am is a B2B SaaS company creating a better work environment for hybrid and remote companies - the future of work. Investment led by IVP. Read article in TechCrunch
Read the press release from IVP
Reduced
Angel Investor
June 2022
Reduced develops and produces ingredients, flavor enhancers and food products from side streams and excess produce. The Danish food tech startup is on a mission to solve one of the biggest challenges of our time: food waste. The investment led by EIFO Vår & Rockstart.
DreamCraft Ventures
Limited Partner
September 2023
Dreamcraft Ventures invests in European tech-driven companies from pre-seed to series A believing that success is created by a team mixed with dreamers and crafters - and being Hands-on venture engineers.
EIFO
April 2023
I am part of the Business Angel programme with Denmark's Export and Investment Fund (EIFO) and have been approved under the green Business Angel programme.
Angella Invest
April 2023
I am an ambassador for Angella Invest on a mission to increase the number of female investors in start-up companies.
Ugly Duckling Ventures
Limited Partner
March 2023
Ugly Duckling Ventures invest in early stage Nordic b2b SaaS startups.
byFounders
Limited Partner & founder in byFounders Collective
May 2021
byFounders is an early-stage venture fund actively investing in tech founders across the Nordics and Baltics. Made up of some of the region's most accomplished entrepreneurs, the byFounders Collective invests in and supports the next generation of globally ambitious founders.
Innovation Fund Denmark
2022 - 2024
Member of the Innofounder expert panel of Innovation Fund Denmark. Innovation Fund Denmark invest in entrepreneurs, researchers and businesses that create value for Denmark and new solutions to our society’s biggest challenges.
The Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship
September 2014
I am the chair person of the board for the Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship. "Entrepreneurship should be for everyone", because it gives children and young people the ability to create, change and make a difference in the world. That is the vision of the Danish Entrepreneurship Foundation, and what we are driven by in our work in schools and education.
Mono Solutions
CEO & Co-founder
2007 - 2021
CEO and Co-founder of Mono Solutions as SaaS company providing the ultimate digital marketing platform for empowering small businesses across the digital landscape, making it easy for them to connect and drive business with their customers online. Mono was acquired by one of the world's leading media companies, Bauer Media Group in July 2019.
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Sara Sande, partner EIFO
"Louise, an esteemed co-investor and dedicated board member at Reduced, has been a driving force in advancing our shared aspirations for sustainability. In collaboration with EIFO, Louise played a pivotal role in co-leading the seed round investment for Reduced - an innovative foodtech company at the forefront of crafting food products from upcycled produce. Louise's profound expertise in company building has proven invaluable in nurturing the growth of the founders and refining their strategic direction. Her insights and experience have extended the team's sales and financial competencies, thereby establishing a sturdy base for subsequent funding rounds. As a person Louise has a can-do solution oriented attitude. She has a strong drive, high energy and is also really good company”"
