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Lars Fjeldsoe-Nielsen Joins Owl Ventures

On June 18, 2025, Owl Ventures, the largest venture capital firm in the world dedicated to education technology, announced that Lars Fjeldsoe-Nielsen has joined the company as a General Partner. With over $2 billion in managed assets, Owl Ventures is committed to empowering companies that drive significant advancements in educational access and quality through innovative technology.

Lars Fjeldsoe-Nielsen, a seasoned technology executive and investor, brings with him more than two decades of experience. His impressive background includes pivotal roles at recognized firms such as Uber and Dropbox, where he played a crucial part in their early international growth. Later, he transitioned into venture capital, serving as a General Partner at Balderton Capital and co-founding 2xN, a firm focused on quantum computing. Throughout his career, he has backed several category-defining companies across diverse sectors, including education, mobility, and artificial intelligence, with many strategic co-investments alongside Owl Ventures.

Strategic Expansion in Global Markets
In his new role, Fjeldsoe-Nielsen will lead Owl Ventures' strategic expansion into Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and emerging markets. He emphasizes a particular focus on education technology powered by artificial intelligence — a passion rooted in his own life experiences and personal history. Growing up in Africa, he witnessed firsthand how geography and circumstances can impact access to opportunities, shaping his commitment to eliminating systemic barriers through innovative technologies.

Tom Costin, a General Partner at Owl Ventures, expressed enthusiasm about Fjeldsoe-Nielsen joining the Owl team, stating, "We have known and respected Lars for many years, and we have collaborated closely as co-investors. He possesses a unique blend of deep operational insight at the highest levels of technology and proven investment acumen across sectors. His entrepreneurial spirit, passion for education, extensive global network, and perspective are tightly aligned with Owl's mission."

A Vision for Equitable Education
Fjeldsoe-Nielsen holds degrees from Oxford University and the London Business School, where he also served as a governor and chair of the Endowment Committee. His continued engagement with educational institutions complements his functional expertise in operations, building, and investing, providing him a distinctive perspective on leveraging emerging technologies to deliver high-quality educational outcomes more equitably at scale.

"Joining Owl Ventures marks an exciting chapter in my career," remarked Fjeldsoe-Nielsen. "I am particularly inspired by Owl’s unique sector focus and leadership in education technology. I look forward to collaborating with visionary founders and education leaders globally to create a significant and scalable impact in this critical sector."

The immense transformative potential of AI in enhancing global education offers unprecedented opportunities for businesses aimed at improving access, quality, and learning outcomes while yielding substantial financial returns. Tory Patterson, another General Partner at Owl Ventures, stated, "Lars brings a global perspective, technical depth, and a clear track record of backing scalable companies. As we continue to expand our global platform and seek cross-border opportunities, his experience and insights will be invaluable in supporting founders and advancing our mission."

With headquarters in San Francisco and additional offices in Boston and London, Owl Ventures has developed a global platform investing in top firms in the education technology space. This includes investments across the educational spectrum, from PreK-12 to higher education and professional development, as well as EdTech+ — the intersection of education and other critical industries like FinTech and health. Currently, Owl Ventures boasts an impressive portfolio of nearly 100 companies, collectively serving 700 million students worldwide.

The integration of Fjeldsoe-Nielsen into Owl not only solidifies the firm's presence in Europe and emerging markets but also enhances its commitment to addressing challenges of access, quality, and relevance in education. AI remains central to Owl's investment thesis as it enables scalable impact and greater opportunities.

About Owl Ventures

Owl Ventures is the world’s largest venture capital firm focused exclusively on the education technology market. With over $2 billion in assets under management, they invest across the full spectrum of education, including early childhood, K-12, higher education, and professional mobility. The firm leverages deep industry knowledge along with a global network of limited partners, investors, and strategic partners to empower entrepreneurs in building transformative category-defining companies. To learn more, visit www.owlvc.com.