When brave people with brave ideas
have access to steady, experienced guidance,
high-impact business potential is released.
In short, bravery pays.
We invest in bravery
We back bold founders challenging the status quo. We don’t simply write checks—we roll up our sleeves, partnering closely with those who have the courage to disrupt and reshape entire industries. High performance isn’t achieved by playing it safe, so we seek out those daring enough to redefine what’s possible.
Our areas
of impact
We focus on growth-driven ventures making a real difference in AgriTech, Climate, and People. Our portfolio includes innovative Dutch startups and an impactful US-Dutch business. While we often acquire minority stakes, we have the flexibility to assume majority positions and invest across various capital structures.
AgriTech
Climate
People
Capital meets
capability
Beyond capital, Orange Wings Investments empowers companies through hands-on collaboration and strategic guidance. Our team leverages deep expertise in Finance, M&A, Talent Acquisition, PR, and Marketing to strengthen operational foundations, optimize growth strategies, and scale effectively.
We actively engage in the tough decisions and strategic pivots necessary for real, sustained impact, ensuring our portfolio companies have everything they need to thrive in the long term.
Oyster
Heaven
Loop Biotech
80 Acres
AVY
Volta
Gearbox
Bravery
meets Expertise
Shawn Harris
Founder & CEO
Shawn is a passionate person and always driven and very involved. Her clear approach to success allows entrepreneurs to see the bigger picture and to make the right decisions to reach the top. Nothing escapes her sharp-eyed vision at Orange Wings Investments. She knows that on the road to success, sometimes the biggest opportunities are hidden in the smallest details.
Lisette Spaanbroek
Managing Director
Lisette brings 31 years of experience in capital markets, corporate finance, and M&A. She currently advises portfolio companies on strategy, financials, M&A and exit planning. Leveraging her senior roles at NYSE Euronext, PwC, Goldman Sachs, and ING for unmatched insight and a powerful network. With an academic background in accounting, business, and tax law (and a PhD underway) she offers high-level strategic guidance.
Nadiem Burshaly
Investment Analyst
Erik Molendijk
Talent Acquisition Manager
Randi Solstad
Recruitment Business Partner
Jana Kramer
Talent Sourcing Specialist
Cynthia van Marrewijk
Digital Marketing Manager
Starting May 1st, 2025
New Investment Manager
