EF invests in high-potential individuals to help them meet their co-founder, develop their ideas and secure funding from leading investors in the shortest possible time.

EF has built over 500 companies from scratch; have over 3000 alumni worldwide; and their portfolio is valued at >$10bn.

EF companies include Tractable (Computer Vision, currently valued at $1bn as of June 2021), Magic Pony Technology (AI, acquired by Twitter for a reported $150m), Represent (social commerce, acquired by CustomInk)

Entrepreneur First

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Roby Stancel is a leading advisor to the mining industry, with a wealth of experience in connecting design thinking innovation and business strategy. As a partner at VCI, he has developed technology roadmaps, strategy, and cultural transformations for mining houses worth over $750 billion, including BHP, Rio, Vale, South32, and more.

Throughout his career, Roby has managed the technology strategy and roadmap for ATIC, the world's largest technology innovation consortium in mining, with over 150 partner companies. As a member of IDEO's global executive committee, he played a crucial role in the invention of Design Thinking. Roby also held the position of Head of Product Development and Design at Nanosolar, an early unicorn and the best-funded startup of its time.

Roby serves on several boards and committees, such as the technology advisory board at Sibanye Stillwater, the investment committee at Stanford Alumni Ventures/Spike, and the startup jury of the EU's EIT Raw Materials. As an angel investor and board member, he supports startups in various countries, including Canada, the US, UK, EU, Switzerland, South Africa, and Australia.

With his extensive experience and industry network, Roby is well-positioned to provide invaluable product roadmap sparring and support.

Roby Stancel

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Elmar Leiblein is a seasoned executive with an impressive 40-year track record in the mining industry, including 30 years in management positions. As a former C-level executive at ThyssenKrupp Mining, Elmar has gained extensive experience in global machine and plant engineering, leading business units in world-renowned companies.

Today, Elmar focuses on leveraging his expertise and global industry network to create connections and opportunities for companies worldwide. As a trusted advisor and board member, he provides guidance to organizations operating on a global scale, demonstrating his commitment to fostering growth and success across various industries.

Elmar Leiblein

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