June 15, 2025

Sunshine Lake: Benedicte Named Sifted 100 Women in Tech

Kajetan A. Uhlig

Sunshine Lake Capital

Benedicte of Sunshine Lake has been named to Sifted's 100 Women in Tech 2025, recognizing her impact as a rising European emerging fund manager.

Sunshine Lake Recognized by Sifted

Benedicte of Sunshine Lake has been named to Sifted's 100 Women in Tech 2025, one of the most respected recognitions in European technology and venture capital. The inclusion highlights her growing influence as an emerging fund manager in the European venture ecosystem.

About Sifted's 100 Women in Tech

Sifted's annual list identifies the most impactful women across European technology, spanning founders, investors, and operators. For venture capital, inclusion signals that an investor has built meaningful deal flow, demonstrated investment acumen, and contributed to the broader ecosystem. The recognition provides validation from the European tech community's most authoritative media outlet.

Sunshine Lake's Investment Philosophy

Sunshine Lake operates with a conviction-driven approach to early-stage investing in European technology companies. The fund targets founders building companies with strong technical differentiation and large addressable markets, with a particular eye for opportunities that mainstream venture capital overlooks. Benedicte's recognition by Sifted reflects the growing visibility and track record of the fund's investment thesis.

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