CoFoF dealsharing events
introduction
powering impact opportunities
The NAB joined forces with CoFoF - the peer-to-peer impact investor community- in 2024, creating the leading impact investing platform in the Netherlands, adding its well-known deal-sharing events to its existing range of activities. The CoFoF dealsharing events are primarily aimed at venture capitalists but are also open to all investors in the impact investing space, offering inspirational keynotes and a platform for discussing collaborative options and shared investment opportunities.
This event builds on the successful legacy of the CoFoF dealsharing series, which for years fostered a peer-to-peer investor community focused on pitching and exploring impactful investment opportunities, complemented by insights from a thematic speaker. Since late 2024, CoFoF and the NAB have joined forces to further strengthen this initiative — and going forward, the programme will continue under the auspices of the NAB.
next event
30.10.2025
Steward-ownership
The NAB will host its next COFOF event during Impact Fest on October 30, 2025, in The Hague.
For more details and registration information, please stay tuned to our website!
past events
The rise of AI in impact investing
05.06.2025
What risks and opportunities are emerging from AI in the investment process and investment strategy? Can AI evolve beyond public scepticism to become a trusted enabler of positive impact? Alexander Klöpping, a leading voice on technology and innovation in the Netherlands, delivered a keynote on AI and discussed AI trends with the panel and audience.
CoFoF NextGen event
02.05.2024
Rutger Marres, a distinguished attorney specializing in steward ownership, corporate governance, and impact investments, delivered a keynote on steward ownership. This was followed by a deal-sharing session and collaboration proposals, with the event concluding in an informal networking session over drinks.
Climate Tech Investor Summit
08.11.23
On November 8, the NAB, Techleap.nl, and Invest-NL co-hosted the Climate Tech Investor Summit, bringing together over 100 impact investors from the Netherlands, Europe, and the US at ADAM Tower. Key discussions centered on data sharing, co-financing models, and cross-border collaboration. US investors noted the need for EU presence to navigate local regulations.
Highlights included a lively exchange between Jacqueline van den Ende and VC Michael Jackson, urging unity in scaling deep tech for impact. Techleap’s Constantijn van Oranje emphasized the critical role of venture capital in supporting climate tech entrepreneurs. Sandrine Dixson-Declève of The Club of Rome called for radical partnerships and reminded the audience that true impact means prioritizing people and planet—not just
CoFoF NextGen event
22.06.23
Rutger Marres, a distinguished attorney specializing in steward ownership, corporate governance, and impact investments, delivered a keynote on steward ownership. This was followed by a deal-sharing session and collaboration proposals, with the event concluding in an informal networking session over drinks.
Funding the Future Dinner
24.05.2023
Funding the Future dinner brought together more than forty investment managers of impact funds, ROMs and banks from the CoFoF and BlueCity network with a carefully selected group of circular entrepreneurs from the Circular Factory network during an annual dinner. During this evening, we brought together content, experience, entrepreneurship and a relevant circular network. Funding the Future dinner is an initiative of BlueCity in close collaboration with CoFoF, Circular Finance Lab and Tekkoo.
more past events
31.05.2022 CoFoF X BlueCity X Springtij Funding the Future
25.05.2022 CoFoF NextGen Networking Drinks
19.04.2022 CoFoF Spring Event 2022: Talent for impact – Peer learning on recruitment, assessment and remuneration
30.09.2021 CoFoF Fall Event 2021 – Overcoming (unconscious) bias
17.06.2021 CoFoF Spring Event 2021 – How to steer towards a more innovative & sustainable Netherlands?
18.05.2021 CoFoF Knowledge Event 2021 – Accelerate cross-border co-investment for impact
01.12.2020 CoFoF Fall Event 2020 -Impact Investing: Breaking the Myth of lower returns
08.09.2020 CoFoF Spring Event 2020 – How can the impact investment community contribute to a new resilient, post-COVID-19 society?
09.10.2019 CoFoF Fall Event 2019 – Quantifying Impact for a Sustainable Future
06.03.2019 CoFoF Spring Event 2019 – Kick-off Co-Financing Our Future
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