Madeline Lawrence

Madeline Lawrence is the Chief Business Officer (CBO) of Aikido Security, a Belgian company that provides a simplified security platform for developers.1 She is a prominent figure in the European tech and venture capital scene, known for her candid and colorful approach to business.13

Career Background

Venture Capital Experience:: Madeline previously worked as a Partner at Peak, a venture capital firm.1 During her time in VC, she became critical of the industry's focus on "making rich men richer" and has since advocated for greater transparency and inclusivity in the sector.13

Transition to Aikido Security:: Lawrence made the transition from venture capital to the startup world, joining Aikido Security. The company recently raised over €15 million in funding, just 6 months after securing €4.7 million in seed funding.1

Approach and Philosophy

Madeline is known for her "no-bullshit" approach to security for developers.1 She advocates for:

• Simplifying security for SMEs
• Making security more accessible to developers without industry jargon
• Increasing transparency in the tech and VC industries
• Promoting the involvement of younger generations (GenZ and Alpha) in Venture Capital1

Education and Location

Madeline Lawrence studied at the University of Amsterdam and is currently based in Berlin.2

Social Media Presence

Her LinkedIn username is indeed madelinelawren, where she has over 500 connections.2 She uses this platform to share her insights on the VC industry and her work at Aikido Security.3