A different path for European founders.
Nighthawk was founded in 2018 with a simple conviction: ambitious tech founders deserve more than one way to fund growth.
The gap we saw
In Europe, funding options were limited to traditional financing like venture capital and bank debt. Too often that forced great companies to trade away equity too early, or stall waiting for the next VC round.
We set out to build a different option: non-dilutive capital structured around the founder's reality, not a one-size-fits-all template. Today, Nighthawk is a multi-product lender providing innovative businesses with capital tailored to each stage of growth.
Built on a track record.
To be the first call for founders seeking non-dilutive capital.
We're a tech business, not just a funder.
We don't just fund tech businesses - we are a tech business. We have our own bespoke platform that we have built to offer the best client experience, seamless from application through to repayment.
Built-in visibility through our platform
Track your application in real time through our borrower portal. Once funded, monitor your loan directly:
- Real-time application tracking
- Automated document management
- Post-funding loan monitoring
- Payment and covenant tracking
Simple. Digital. Fast.
No time wasted
We keep things sharp. A clear yes or no within a week - no committees, no ambiguity. If we're moving forward, you'll know exactly what comes next.
One dedicated contact, start to finish
You'll have a single point of contact who manages your deal from first call through to funding - and stays with you throughout the life of the loan. No being passed around. No repeating yourself.
We move fast because we're built to
Our team, process, and technology are set up to remove friction at every stage. Speed isn't a promise - it's how we operate.
Transparency runs both ways.
Founder-first
We back founders, not just metrics. Vision and fundamentals come first; the cap table comes second.
Flexible by design
Repayment schedules matched to cash flow. Milestone-based drawdowns. Capital when it matters.
Plain spoken
Clear terms, fair practices, no hidden surprises. Trust on both sides builds lasting partnerships.
Let's talk about the next stage of your business.
Apply in minutes or book a call with the team.