Eva in Quote: “If you’re only in it for the money, you won’t make it.”

In Quote’s feature “My First Million”, our founding partner Eva de Mol shares her journey from academic researcher to venture capitalist and how purpose, persistence, and people have shaped CapitalT’s story.

In the interview, Eva reflects on:
💡 Her motivation to start CapitalT: After years researching what makes startup teams succeed, she saw the need for a more human, founder-first approach to investing — one that looks beyond spreadsheets.
🚀 The early challenges: Building a fund from scratch meant long nights, no initial capital, and relentless belief in CapitalT’s vision.
🤝 A moment of recognition: The investment from Corinne Vigreux (TomTom) marked a powerful validation of CapitalT’s mission and approach.
❤️ What truly matters: “If you’re only in it for the money, you won’t make it,” Eva says. “Happiness comes from purpose, not possessions.”

Read the full interview (in Dutch) here.