David DANA🎗️

David DANA🎗️ is the Head of VC Investments - Disruptive Tech & Innovation (Deeptech) at the European Investment Fund (EIF). Based in Luxembourg, he focuses on venture capital investments in innovative and disruptive technologies, particularly in the deeptech sector.

Professional Background

• Current Role: At EIF, David is responsible for overseeing investments in various venture capital funds that target emerging technologies and innovations. This includes sectors such as newspace and defense tech, where he actively engages with startups and fund managers to foster growth and innovation.
• Recent Activities: He has been involved in significant funding initiatives, including a recent commitment of €60 million to a VC fund focused on the European newspace ecosystem.2 Additionally, he has indicated that the EIF expects to receive a substantial number of pitches from defense tech funds by the end of the year.3

Networking and Engagement

David maintains a strong professional network, with over 500 connections on LinkedIn. He frequently participates in industry events, such as the INPHO Venture Summit, where he discusses trends and opportunities within the deeptech investment landscape.4

For more detailed insights into his professional journey and contributions, you can view his LinkedIn profile under the username daviddanavc.1