Jelmer Peerbolte is Co-Owner and Managing Director at Builders, where he leads Venture Strategy, Venture Building, and Founder Coaching. A true venture builder at heart, Jelmer brings deep expertise from over 30 built ventures across industries—from SaaS to marketplaces to B2B platforms.
With a background in corporate venture building and management consulting, Jelmer combines strategic insight with operational know-how to turn bold ideas into scalable businesses. At Builders, he deploys studio resources and offers hands-on support to founders, helping them navigate early-stage chaos, sharpen their propositions, and accelerate toward product–market fit.
Jelmer believes that great ventures are not just launched—they’re built with intent, resilience, and the right support system. His mission: to back visionary founders with a proven process and real-world experience, turning ambition into traction and strategy into growth.