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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.

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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.

Urska Srsen

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

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.

Severin Hacker

05/19/25

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I think the European startup ecosystem suffers from a lack of ambition and a fear of success among founders.

Julien Codorniou

06/24/25

@ Stripe

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

06/24/25

@ Stripe

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.

Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

I believe the startup industry belongs to young people, and it's essential to have team members in their 20s who are good at identifying opportunities.

Sam Altman

11/09/24

@ Y Combinator

Finding a peer group of inspiring individuals early on is crucial for young founders, as it can significantly influence their journey.

Adora Cheung

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

The entrepreneurial spirit in Europe, particularly in London and Berlin, is vibrant and on the cusp of something great, even though Silicon Valley remains the top destination for entrepreneurs.

Y Combinator Cast

04/25/24

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The current batch of startups is seeing a younger median age of founders, reflecting a shift in the types of opportunities being pursued.