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Julien Codorniou

06/24/25

@ Stripe

Xavier Niel's contributions over the past 15 years have significantly shaped the vibrant startup ecosystem in France, providing the necessary infrastructure and support for new companies.

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A conversation with 20VC General Partner Julien Codorniou

@ Stripe

A conversation with 20VC General Partner Julien Codorniou

06/24/25

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Julien Codorniou

06/24/25

@ Stripe

The storytelling around successful founders in Europe, particularly in France, needs to be improved to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Julien Codorniou

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The success of companies like Kelku has created a diaspora of talent in Europe, leading to a generation of investors and entrepreneurs who can contribute to the ecosystem.

Julien Codorniou

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Companies in Europe, such as Deeper 11 and Nabla, are rapidly scaling, demonstrating a significant shift in the startup ecosystem.

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The caliber and quality of founders in Europe is at an all-time high, with many having experience from top companies like Stripe and Facebook.

Urska Srsen

06/01/16

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Starting a company in Europe presents challenges, such as a fragmented market and a lack of nurturing environments for early-stage startups compared to Silicon Valley.

Carolynn Levy

09/20/19

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I have seen a lot of changes in the startup ecosystem, particularly in how financing is done, and Y Combinator has played a significant role in these changes.

Jessica Livingston

02/24/15

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YC continues to support startups long after demo day, providing advice for years as they navigate various challenges, from product development to social issues.

Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

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I've seen a lot of patterns in the startup ecosystem after funding 467 startups over the years.

Julien Codorniou

06/24/25

@ Stripe

Project Europe aims to inspire young founders under 25 by connecting them with successful entrepreneurs and providing funding, addressing the need for role models in less sophisticated ecosystems.