HOWZAT Partners
Venture capitalLuxembourg · Seed–Series A · 3 people tracked
Investment thesis
HOWZAT Partners seeks to invest in early-stage internet businesses demonstrating real traction and strong fundamentals. The firm looks for companies with a 'HOWZAT factor'—the right idea at the right time with significant internet-driven opportunity. The partners leverage their own entrepreneurial experience and operational expertise to add value beyond capital, providing strategic guidance, network introductions, and hands-on support to portfolio companies.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from the firm's websiteDavid served as Chief Executive Officer of Cheapflights, which he joined in 2000 following a management buy-in, and was involved in the company's acquisition. He brings deep experience in founding and scaling digital businesses.
Sascha is a partner of the fund with early-career experience in tax consulting and accounting focused on audits and consulting. He co-founded the investment partnership with David.
Thomas is a partner at Rimon Law with over 15 years of experience in venture capital and mergers & acquisitions. He provides specialized legal expertise to the fund and portfolio companies.
What they invest in
from 1 of 7 portfolio companiesMarketplaces ×1PropTech ×1
HQs:Spain×1
Investments · 7 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathSpotahome is an online booking platform for unfurnished and furnished apartments, rooms, and studios for medium-term stays of 30 days or longer. The platform serves relocating professionals, students, and travelers seeking accommodation in multiple cities globally.
MarketplacesPropTechMadrid, ES
Alejandro Artacho
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does HOWZAT Partners invest at?
- HOWZAT Partners invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does HOWZAT Partners focus on?
- HOWZAT Partners focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is HOWZAT Partners located?
- HOWZAT Partners is headquartered in Luxembourg, LU.
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