Where European Startups Meet Silicon Valley Growth

Supercharge Your Startup with a Silicon Valley Investor Board

One conversation can fast-track your global expansion.

You feel the ambition.

You see the opportunity.

But breaking into global growth takes guidance, competitiveness, and access.

We are not a program. We are your bridge to the Valley.

Barcelona Ventures Silicon Valley helps early-stage European tech companies with global aspirations connect with Silicon Valley angel investors—and accelerate their international success.

The New Way to Scale: Advisory Board-as-a-Service

Early-stage European tech companies often struggle to secure funding and navigate critical decisions. They fail to scale globally, not because of lack of talent — but because they lack access: to the right advisors, to the right networks, to investor-ready strategy, to Silicon Valley momentum.

Gain invaluable insights and strategic direction from seasoned Silicon Valley investors who have successfully scaled startups.

Our Advisory Board-as-a-Service model gives you a full strategic board, tailored to your growth stage.

Strategic Advice

Get expert guidance on fundraising, product development, and market strategy.

Access to Investors

Connect with investors ready to fund startups that are venture-ready.

Industry Insights

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends and best practices.

Silicon Valley Network

Build relationships across the Silicon Valley with talent, partners, and mentors.

WHAT YOU GET

Access to Silicon Valley Angel Investors that also focus on early-stage European tech
Fundraising Preparation & Introductions
Go-to-Market Support for US Expansion
Proper Governance Framework & Board Management
Execution Oversight & Accountability
Investor‑Ready Positioning
Fractional Board Advisors from Silicon Valley
Ongoing support with scheduled sessions and continuous communication channels.

A Bridge for Those Who Dare to Grow

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Belong to Something Bigger

Working with us means joining a mindset. You will find advisors who listen. Investors who understand. And a network that opens real doors, not just LinkedIn connections.

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What People say About Us

Hear directly from partners and Spanish tech founders who have accelerated their growth and fundraising efforts through our programmes.

TESTIMONIALS

"I find myself at a loss for superlatives, which hardly ever happens! The panel of judges is unsurpassed in experience. They were very generous with their feedback, and I can only imagine how much further along these Startups are now because of the experience you created for them. Thank you very much for your partnership."

Linda Caruso, Deputy Senior Commercial Officer, SelectUSA

"Thanks for inviting us to the Practice Pitch session and for all the feedback. I must say that it has been one of the best experiences I have had in pitching. I have also learned a lot from the feedback on all the projects in the session."

Daniel Hernandez, CEO, eSignus

"It's been a remarkable journey working alongside BVSV. From day one, their commitment to excellence and innovation has been evident in every interaction. The caliber of their advisors is second to none, offering unparalleled expertise and insights that have been instrumental in our growth and development."

Jordi Serra, Founder, 123CompareMe

“I completely understood how the investment system in Silicon Valley works. The mentors are super dedicated and focused on helping us succeed."

Ricardo Tellez, CEO & Founder, The Construct

Ready to take the next leap?

You don’t need another accelerator pitch.
You need a partner who gets it — who’s walked the path from local to global.

Meet the Team

Meet your expert advisory board members: Silicon Valley insiders.

FOUNDERS & PARTNERS

Francesc Bach

Founder

Founding & Managing Partner at Barcelona Ventures Silicon Valley LLC. Over 12 years of experience working with international startups and angel investors. His mission is to bring both startup ecosystems closer so that early-stage European tech companies can access Silicon Valley resources and compete globally.

Robert Janssen

Partner

Robert is an accomplished senior executive, entrepreneurial advisor and angel investor with over 30 years of experience developing international businesses in the technology, education, healthcare, sustainability, smart cities, and energy sectors. Extensive experience guiding emerging startups through acceleration and internationalization.

Steven Lamont

Partner

Steve is a strategy and marketing professional, with a track record of success leading growth initiatives, especially in the communications and high technology arenas. He has served as CMO for major companies, start-up CEO, as well as consulted to many leading companies. He has been working with startups for much of the past 20 years as an executive, advisor, and investor. Active angel investor at Sand Hill Angels.

Craig Adams

Partner

Fractional and interim CIO and CTO with over thirty years of experience working with international startups, mid-market companies, and fast-growing businesses. Highly skilled in the design, development, and implementation of software applications. Partner at Fortium Partners. Experienced mentor for entrepreneurs and startups.

Garrett Koehn

Partner

CIO and President of ExecPro at CRC Group. Garrett is highly skilled in insurance startup development and distribution strategy, having helped launch several successful companies, and sits on numerous advisory boards primarily in the fintech sector. Prominent venture advisor and angel investor, mentors startups through various accelerators.

STRATEGIC ADVISORS

Rick Lazansky

Strategic Advisor

Founder and Chairman of Silicon Catalyst, an incubator and accelerator for semiconductor startups. Rick is a serial entrepreneur, active investor, and coach to numerous startups. He has invested in over 90 startups as an angel investor with Sand Hill Angels and as a Limited Partner in several venture capital funds.

Michael Eckhardt

Strategic Advisor

Michael is Managing Director and Senior Workshop Leader at Chasm Institute, a cutting-edge consulting firm for technology companies in Silicon Valley. His client base includes Cisco, Adobe, Hewlett-Packard, Autodesk, Mentor Graphics, Intel, AT&T Wireless, Philips Medical Systems, and dozens of other technology companies worldwide.

Dr. Alicia Castillo

Strategic Advisor

Alicia is a serial entrepreneur, founder of Wealthing VC Club and Wealthing VC Fund, and an active angel investor. She has consulted for over 500 startups on strategy, including financing. She is an international expert on entrepreneurship, innovation and venture capital.

Constanza Nieto

Strategic Advisor

Constanza has over 30 years of experience as entrepreneur, founder, CEO, investor, business executive, and consultant in innovation and global expansion for private and public corporations, and government institutions in LatAm and the US. CEO of Globaltech Bridge.

Ivan Chong

Strategic Advisor

Former Informatica’s executive VP and Chief Strategy Officer responsible for leading growth initiatives, including new market entry, new business incubation, acquisitions, equity investments, technology collaboration opportunities and strategic relationships. He serves on the boards of a number of innovative early stage tech companies.

Barcelona Ventures Practice Pitch Events

Connect with Silicon Valley angel investors and refine your startup pitches through investor feedback in our proven online format.

FOR INVESTORS

IABS: The Investor Advisor Bootcamp Series

Learn from seasoned Silicon Valley investors how to make more from your startup investments!

If you are a founder of a technology startup with a global vision and are ready to scale your business.