#76 - Interview with Lucas du Croo de Jongh - theoretical physicist, venture capitalist, investor, business angel

🎙️ From Physics to Venture Capital: A Journey of Models, Mindsets & Maturity | CapricornConnect with Lucas du Croo de Jongh

In this episode of CapricornConnect, I sit down with Lucas du Croo de Jongh — theoretical physicist turned consultant, venture capitalist, and business angel. Lucas’s journey spans from decoding the laws of physics to navigating the dynamics of startups and scale-ups.

We explore how his scientific mindset shapes his approach to investing, decision-making, and supporting founders in their growth journey.

Key themes from our conversation:

- How physics taught Lucas to model complex realities — and why models are useful, but people matter most - The fine balance between guiding founders and letting them make their own choices - What separates truly exceptional founders: maturity, emotional intelligence, and humility - The challenges of scaling from startup to global success - How AI is transforming industries, jobs, and the fabric of society

Lucas brings a rare mix of analytical rigor and human insight to entrepreneurship and investing. His pragmatic and humble perspective is full of lessons for founders, investors, and leaders alike.