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🔎 Market Insights Venture Capital for climate tech: Have we reached the turning point? Two recent reports by the German Startup Association (Startup-Verband) and Bitkom reviewing H1 2024 show that fundraising in Germany remains challenging. However, climate tech related topics are on top of the agenda. The findings also show that startups struggle to achieve prominence in the broader market or create an impact. Despite this unused potentials we already see positive signals in Q3. According to KfW VC investments in German startups have been surpassing the benchmark of 2 bln EUR in Q3 – first time since more than a year ago. 💵 Fundraising is still challenging: More than half of the start-ups think that fundraising is difficult to realize. As we have highlighted already prior to this: Early stage founders should plan with longer gaps between Series A and Series B. 🤝 An increasing number of start-ups claim that the possibility for cooperation with the established economy is very poor. According to German Startup Association, only 37.5% perceive the link between the two as good. With Future Energy Ventures we have specialized to matchmake startups with corporate partners – arranging 44 partnerships for the startups in our first fund. 💡 In a challenging VC environment climate tech related business models have good chances to raise capital (compared to other verticals): Experts interviewed by German Startup Association estimate that among the health and the educational sector, energy (37,2%), industry (33,8%) and mobility (30,5%) are the most promising sectors for future innovation. Most of our portfolio business are in energy, industry or mobility! 🌱 The German Startup Association emphasizes that founders are primarily driven by social and ecological impact. Almost half of them identify as social entrepreneurs (45.6%). An increasing number of German start-ups identify with the green economy (48.1%), as reported by the German Startup Association. At Future Energy Ventures we go one step further and monitor the ESG impact of our portfolio businesses via a specific model per half year! 🌎 The huge challenge remains an environment of uncertainty, which is shaped by the huge macro-economic developments such as global wars and conflicts, interest rates and the upcoming US election The good news: Founders navigating their teams through these times may be well-positioned for growth once uncertainty passes. We must foster cooperation between emerging start-ups and the corporate economy to create impact! 🚀 #climatetch #startups #marketinsight #fev4climate

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Ep.17 Drop #20Angel 🎙 The one & only Philipp Moehring, Co-Founder of Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company, joined me in the hot seat for a rare public appearance 🔥 👉 Introducing Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company FUND III ✍ 👉 Higher valuations = higher expectations 💣 👉 Giving Founders the freedom to be extreme 🤪 👉 Your access gives you your price 💰 Some Founder References on Philipp: dennis müller (Amie): "More than most, pmoe is a cheerleader. The journey is already hard enough, some VC's make it harder by sending unsolicited articles with "seen this?". He's the opposite. always fun to brainstorm ideas with him. Differentiated intros relative to others." David Budde (trawa): “He‘s been a great sparring partner and has a ton of experience. I remember, the night before our Pre-Seed closing, we found a minor but important error in our cap table. Unsure what to do, we called Phil late that evening for guidance. To me, it‘s super important to know that I can reach my investors, if it actually matters, and that they‘ll be able to help! + he’s just a really nice guy.” Milos Rusic (deepset): “Phil is amazing! He was actively involved in assembling each of our funding rounds - even in the first round where he committed before we had settled for a lead investor. He actively helped to construct our favourite setup of lead investors for that initial round. He knows everyone and his support is not limited to great intros - he really helps founders to assess and identify which investor could be a right fit for them. 100% reliable, massive value for every company. What they do is really unique.” This was a special one to do, hope you enjoy 🍿 https://lnkd.in/gTRT_SmJ 20VC, #AngelInvesting, #technology, #podcast, #entrepreneurship, #VC, #Founder, #Investing

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What are your thoughts for the German startup ecosystem in 2025? In my latest contribution to Business Punk, I shared some of my post November 6th thoughts on the topic [Link in Comments]. Here are my key takeaways: 🇺🇸 🛑 🇨🇳 The new #US administration will drive deregulation to strengthen its tech sector against #China's dominance. #Europe should closely monitor its global impact. 🇩🇪 📂 🤯 The German ecosystem faces structural challenges: #overregulation, a risk-averse culture, and a €30bn #fundinggap drive German success stories get capital outside the EU. 🚀 🧑‍💻 📈 Despite challenges, 2025 holds immense opportunities for German #entrepreneurs. The #earlystage ecosystem has shown resilience even during recessions, while emerging AI hubs like #Heilbronn, #Karlsruhe, and #Heidelberg are on a promising path forward. Personally, I think the transition towards #green economies and #cities has additional potential for the next generation of hidden champions made in Germany. #startup #politics #elections #innovation #tech

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The Importance of a Strategic Approach to M&A Target Selection: Ensuring Long-Term Success   By Thomas Kessler  Managing Partner at Integration Success GmbH and Atlantic M&A Partners | Pioneer in AI and M&A Integrations | #MergersAndAcquisitions #StrategicAlignment #ExecutiveEngagement 💡🤝   The target selection process in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is critical to the success of any transaction. Here are the six core steps to ensure your company finds the right partner and generates sustainable value:   First, identify the strategic needs of your company. A thorough strategic analysis reveals where your company stands and what capabilities or resources may augment your positioning to achieve your long-term goals. This analysis forms the foundation for finding the right acquisition target.   Second, define a precise profile for the potential acquisition target. Ensure the candidate is not only financially attractive but also a good cultural and operational fit for your company. Clear criteria help to select the best options and streamline the selection process.   Third, identify a competent deal team. The skills and experience of your team are crucial to the success of the transaction. From due diligence to integration, you need experts in finance, law, tax, HR, technology, operations and change management.   Fourth, evaluate the post-acquisition value. Identify value drivers and associated synergies and strategize how you may realize them. This includes optimizing processes, accessing new markets, and leveraging technological innovations.   Fifth, identify potential issues and barriers as early as possible. These include regulatory hurdles, cultural differences, and operational challenges. A proactive approach to problem-solving minimizes risks and prevents unexpected costs.   Sixth, develop a clear end-state vision for the integration of the target. A detailed integration plan ensures that all stakeholders work towards the same goal. The vision should include both short-term and long-term perspectives and provide a roadmap for implementation.   Answering these questions before moving forward with a target is essential to ensure the transaction's success and create long-term value.   What are your experiences in selecting acquisition targets? What challenges have you faced and how did you overcome them? Share your thoughts in the comments! 💡   #MergersAndAcquisitions #StrategicAlignment #CorporateStrategy #BusinessGrowth #Leadership

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Germany's startup ecosystem is a powerhouse waiting to fully unleash its potential in driving digital and sustainable transformation. But how do we make sure this happens? The Startup-Verband, the voice of German startups, addresses this head-on with their bold new initiative, "Innovationsagenda 2030: Weltklasse Made in Germany" (link in comments). Here’s what resonates most with me: 🚀 A Regulatory Framework Built for the Future To foster real innovation, we need policies that allow startups to experiment, iterate, and scale swiftly. Flexible, forward-thinking regulations in areas like AI and Climate Tech could be the catalyst for Germany’s long-term global leadership. 🌟 Stronger Leadership & Collaboration The future of innovation depends on tighter collaboration between government, industry, and startups. Building partnerships that connect research with industry can ignite sustainable growth and cement Germany’s place as a global innovation hub. 💬 What do you think is the most crucial next step in shaping Germany's innovation landscape? Let’s discuss in the comments below! #Innovationsagenda2030 #Startups #DigitalTransformation #Germany2030

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This is not one, but 3 big milestones... #1 𝐆𝐏 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 are THE litmus test to a VC's leadership and culture - it takes time, trust and talent to get this right - and this marks an important milestone in the evolution of our firm. #2 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 are so important, as they are such a pinnacle to an investment career and shape a firm's leadership team. You don't make partner just because you're a dealmaker superstar - it takes personal growth and showing up differently for the entire company, team members and talents you mentor. This is why this promotion is BOTH a testament to the talent as much as it shapes the future of our company. #3 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 —In the last years, HV Capital has gone from an all-male investment team to 33% women with Zuzanna Czapinska Maxi Pethö-Schramm Manal Belaouane Dr. Laura Seifert Ann-Christin Stiehl, and there are 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 2025. The HV team is now +60 people, 40% female, 25% international, spanning 17 languages with an increasing number of non-German speakers.

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🔸 🔶 🔸 AI is going vertical 🔸 🔶 🔸 In a new guest article for Gründerszene / Business Insider I talk about how vertical AI is revolutionizing the work environment: After genAI took the world by storm it has rapidly commoditized. To train an advanced LLM costs hundreds of millions of $$$. But the usage of LLMs has become commonplace. Now the AI world is turning vertical: How can genAI solutions successfully be deployed within industry verticals? Not on the surface but solving some of the tough industrial challenges in a substantially new way, driving an increase in productivity by a factor of 2-5? That has become a core area of interest for AI in 2024. Vertical AI is already making inroads into a number of core industries such as consulting, finance and healthcare but is also being used in less obvious sectors such as wind energy generation or sports. Over time it is likely to affect our work environment across all sectors. And - unlike earlier automatizations - it is going to affect mostly white collar rather than blue collar work. Welcome to a new and lasting technological disruption. Gründerszene, the leading online magazine for the startup scene in Germany (operated by Business Insider), got interested in the subject and has featured an article on the subject this week. Take a look at the online article following the link below (in German): https://lnkd.in/ecJcUwHK (the Gründerszene article as a pdf: https://lnkd.in/eimBKSQP)

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🤔 𝗜𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸? 🧬💊💉👩‍⚕️🧪🩻 This has been our topic at today‘s panel discussion at the invest.austria conference 2024. Together with my co-panelists Sophie Ehrlich (from EIT Health), Christian Bouda (from bloomblisser.com) and our moderator Markus Wanko (from xista) we‘ve been elaborating on: ✅ The various healthcare verticals and respective risk profiles ✅ Public vs. Private Funding and the need for a closer collaboration between these two ✅ Brining start-ups and SMEs closer to each other to accelerate innovation ✅ Current PE and VC environment ✅ Healthcare deal activity and outlook going forward Conclusion on the initial question: 𝗬𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸! 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵?! 1️⃣ „𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛“ - it is our „duty“ to allocate capital and to invest into our own health through supporting innovation and the relevant infrastructure 2️⃣ Healthcare investing is „𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘“ driven investing -> less emotions, more facts 3️⃣ Healthcare is only at the very beginning of it‘s innovative disruption and the convergence between disciplines (e.g. life sciences and (deep) tech) will turbocharge this upcoming disruption -> 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 => 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗥𝗨𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Besides that, there have been great discussions and stimulating thoughts, mainly around the political environment and the „𝗗𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗙𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗦“ concept = TOPIC OF THE DAY And we also saw insightful discussions on the foodtech, space investing markets, discussions on the democratization of the investment industry and - since we‘re in #vienna - the CEE investment environment. Thanks Daniela Haunstein, Nikolaus "Niki" Futter, Arnaud Béasse for organizing. Fantastic event 👏 Ps.: the #privateequity asset class still remains a little underrepresented in Austria. 🇦🇹 Room to improve ↗️ PPs.: It‘s been a pleasure meeting and catching up with fantastic people like Bernadette Ules, Csanad Daniel, Niklas Pichler, Patrik Cesky, Rudolf Kinsky, Heinz Brasic, Floyd Plettenberg, Stephan Freudl, Florentina Spindler, Karl Lankmayr, Tim Lammar, Zuzana Jahodníková, Michael Hähnle, Christian Bacher, Günter Leonhartsberger, Johannes Cech, Marko Mitrovic … #healthcaredeals #mergersandacquisitions cc: VINC - Healthcare Advisory, ISP HEALTHCARE GmbH

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Spread the word! 📣 The annual Female Innovation Index Survey 2025 is now out! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJHN8tzH. This year, we are doubling down on female innovation. We live in some of the most exciting times for business creation. Which ideas get funded? Last year, 1,168 (!) of you answered our survey, making it the largest survey (👀) on female innovation in Europe! Let’s repeat that success and deliver the definitive picture of female entrepreneurship in 2024 with data. Share your thoughts as a female founder, a VC, an LP or an angel investor and get a chance to win a ticket to Slush, a dinner with Carta, and other prizes! Enter the Survey *The survey takes only 3 minutes, but your voice will speak volumes when we publish the report in February. *Please share the link to the survey with any fellow female founders and investors you know! *The first prize drop on the 7th of November. Google Cloud Cooley LLP London Stock Exchange #femalefounders #venturecapital #femalefoundry #femaleinnovationindex

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Start-ups in Europe: a light at the end of the tunnel - finally!    This article by Nadine Schimroszik in Handelsblatt gives reason for hope for the tech ecosystem, as it summarises a development that has been tentatively emerging for some time: The number of new #start-ups in Germany is growing again, by 17 per cent, as shown by a comparison of the first quarter of 2024 with the same quarter of the previous year.   💡It is particularly interesting to see that most investments are being made in AI. An unmistakable sign that they continue to be a driver of innovation for the German startup ecosystem.   We recently came to a similar conclusion with my team, as part of our analysis of the German startup landscape. Our conclusion: more and more funding are being mobilised for ♻️ #Greentech business ideas that are based on AI-based technologies and have a positive impact on our planet. More info on our research at IRIS can be found in Startup Insider`s Investors Report 2024: https://lnkd.in/dU-5AMPz More info on Nadine’s insightful article here: https://lnkd.in/depicwGA

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"Investing in top VC funds is like getting into Berghain." 🚀 Key Takeaways from the 2024 VC Report for DACH 👇 ✅Germany saw $6.9 billion VC funding in 2023, led by sectors like #robotics and #climate tech. ✅Despite a global downturn, the #DACH region VC market remained resilient. ✅#Cleantech and #AI received significant attention, notably through major funding rounds like Atlas Agro and Aleph Alpha. ✅IPOs may re-emerge in 2024, offering potential exits. The report provides detailed insights and trends for navigating Germany in 2024 successfully. 📈 🌐 For a deeper dive into these insights check out the full Report by Startup Insider: https://lnkd.in/gE-EgjFv #Tech #Investment #VC #Startup #VentureCapital #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Germany #Austria #Switzerland #StartupInsider sparksense

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🚀 Exciting times ahead for the Private Equity industry! 🏦💼 Next week, the global leaders in private equity will gather at the leading industry trade fair in Berlin. Despite the challenging environment reminiscent of the 2008 financial crisis, there are glimmers of hope with Germany producing some notable deals. 🇩🇪✨ In the past three months, several significant private equity transactions have taken place in Germany, underscoring the sector's resilience and adaptability: 1. Trade Republic Bank secured a massive €900 million funding round from TCV and Thrive Capital, highlighting the continued interest in fintech. 📈💰 2. Birkenstock was acquired by L Catterton, marking a significant move in the consumer goods sector. 👞 3. FairDoctors, a healthcare provider, was taken over by Ergon Capital, indicating robust activity in the health sector. 🏥 4. Gegenbauer, a facility management provider, was sold to Apleona, supported by KPMG's advisory services. 🏢 5. Corpuls, a medical technology manufacturer, was acquired by Nordic Capital, showcasing interest in emergency medical technology. 🚑 These transactions reflect the dynamism and strategic maneuvering within the private equity landscape in Germany, proving that despite global economic pressures, there are still valuable opportunities to be seized. Join the conversation at the Berlin trade fair to delve deeper into these trends and network with industry leaders. 🌐🤝 #PrivateEquity #Investment #BerlinTradeFair #FinancialGrowth #EconomicTrends #GermanyDeals #FAZ

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https://lnkd.in/emRQNxz7 An insightful article by Winand von Petersdorff-Campen in FAZ discusses why America is outpacing Europe economically. The key takeaway: America's dynamic labor market and productivity gains have been vital for its quicker recovery. This reinforces our perspective in Real Estate Investment & Development, where we observe a disparate development favoring the American market due to significantly stronger demand drivers. This trend aligns with our strategic focus and bolsters our growth prospects in the U.S. By the end of last year, the U.S. had fully recovered from the pandemic, while the Eurozone's GDP was 5% below trend, the UK was 6% behind, and Canada was 4% behind. Alarmingly, growth trends in Europe and Canada have weakened, suggesting these economies may never fully recover from the pandemic's impact. Here are the main points: U.S. Economic Outperformance: America has recovered from the pandemic faster than most industrial nations, including Germany. Key Difference: Higher productivity and longer working hours by American workers. Federal Reserve Study Insights: o  Traditional factors like government spending explain differences only partially. o  U.S. avoided deep recession due to a dynamic labor market, unlike Europe which used measures like short-time work to keep unemployment low initially. o  Europe's rigid employment policies hindered adaptation to new economic conditions. o  U.S. saw a surge in new business formations post-pandemic, while Europe lagged. Central Bank Policies: Although central banks in the U.S. and Europe raised interest rates nearly simultaneously since 2022, the impact varied. In the U.S., higher rates didn't affect many citizens and businesses due to fixed-rate mortgages and loans, and a lower reliance on bank credit. In contrast, Canadians and Europeans felt the impact more, yet this still doesn't fully explain the growth gap. Policy Impacts: The Ukraine war and slow EU funding approval impacted Europe more severely.  

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𝗜𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗖? 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂. Michael Treskow from Eight Roads Ventures said recently on #startupland powered by deutsche-startups.de that we're already playing in the big leagues. But are we? Let's dive into some numbers. Germany's venture capital scene is booming, but how do we compare globally? 1. In 2022, Germany attracted €11.3 billion in VC investments. Impressive, right? 2. Yet, the US still leads with €150 billion. The gap is significant. 3. But here's a twist: Germany is closing the distance fast. Growth rates are higher than many expect. So, what's behind this momentum? → A strong startup ecosystem that fosters innovation. → Government initiatives supporting tech ventures. → A cultural shift towards embracing entrepreneurship. But challenges remain. The focus is now on creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices, especially from the HR sector, can thrive. To truly lead, we must leverage untapped potential, like the 50+ generation and women in STEM. Germany's VC landscape is evolving, and the future looks promising. Yet, we must continue pushing boundaries to maintain our upward trajectory. What are your thoughts on Germany's VC potential? Are we ready to lead globally?

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🚀#OMR highlights the push for #Transparency in #PrivateEquity    The OMR Conference features a panel discussing the increasing efforts to make the private equity sector more transparent and accessible. Panelists including Laura Schroeder Schröder from KKR, Lorenz Jüngling from Moonfare, and Georgia Hädicke explored themes covered in the session titled "Private Equity for the Masses – A Closed Industry Opens Up."    The focus on enhancing the visibility and accessibility of private equity, supported by both industry leaders and media, reflects a significant shift towards greater openness in the sector. This commitment is echoed by recent initiatives like our #PECConference, which also emphasized transparency in private equity. Laura Schröder's participation at both events highlights her prominent role in advocating for these changes.    Let's continue to make private equity more approachable and transparent! This is an exciting time to push the boundaries and set new standards!    #OMRConference #PrivateEquity #IndustryInnovation #Transparency

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I'm thrilled to share that @Smart Reporting has successfully closed a financing round of 23 million euros, with TVM Capital Life Science leading this Series C funding. A warm welcome to our new investors, including Bayern Kapital, as we bolster our resources to expand further into #NorthAmerica and #Australia. This significant capital infusion will accelerate our #mission to revolutionize medical reporting with advanced, AI-supported products. As we step into the #future, our focus is clear: to enhance healthcare IT markets globally and introduce cutting-edge, AI-based solutions that transform radiological and pathological reporting. The power of #genAI and large language models (#LLMs) is redefining what's possible in the healthcare sector. At Smart Reporting, we're harnessing these advancements to provide crucial support to radiologists and pathologists, making their work not only faster but also more accurate. As we gear up for this growth phase, I'm also pleased to announce the expansion of our management team, welcoming Christian Matzen as our new CFO and COO, and recognizing Sigrid Auweter's expanded role as CPO. A big thank you to our existing #investors for continuing on this journey with us and to our new investors for believing in our #vision. The road ahead is exciting, and I look forward to what we will achieve together in making #healthcare more efficient and effective worldwide. #HealthTech #Investment #ArtificialIntelligence #MedicalReporting #Radiology #Pathology #GrowthStrategy #Innovation #AI

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Europe’s Innovation Paradox: Ideas That Don’t Take Off What separates world-changing ideas from global leadership? My colleague Peter Niederhauser, co-founder and General Partner at redalpine, captures the essence of this dilemma in his thought-provoking guest commentary for the NZZ the leading Swiss newspaper: Capital and a Strong Venture Culture. Europe has no shortage of talent, cutting-edge ideas, and innovation hubs. From AI and clean energy to biotech, the potential is immense. Yet, the harsh reality is that our startups often struggle to grow beyond regional success. Why? Because we lack the fuel that powers the engine of innovation: venture capital. Here are some key insights from Peter’s article: 1) World-Class Talent, Capital Gaps Institutions e.g. ETH Zürich, Technische Universität München, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, and Nordic universities are producing groundbreaking intellectual output. But ideas alone are not enough. Europe’s capital gap—especially for high-growth startups—is staggering, leaving incredible ideas stuck in the starting blocks. 2) Why the U.S. Wins the Innovation Race The U.S. has an unparalleled edge, thanks to institutional investors like pension funds and tech titans. Consider this: Amazon invests $70B in R&D annually, compared to just $1.5B by European giants like Nestlé. This massive capital imbalance explains why Silicon Valley has become the global epicenter of tech. 3) The Unicorn Exodus Since 2000, 40 European unicorns have relocated abroad—primarily to the U.S. What does this mean for Europe? Lost talent. Lost growth. Lost opportunity. As Peter points out, “Venture capital isn’t just private financing—it’s the engine that turns innovation into a thriving economy.” Without the right venture ecosystem, Europe risks being the land of brilliant ideas that never reach global impact.

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Term Sheet Negotiation – A Term Sheet Battle: Startup-Woche Düsseldorf   Don't Get Blindsided in Your Next Funding Round! Know Your Worth!   Financing rounds can be thrilling, but being unprepared can lead to unexpected dilution and lost value for founders. Join our ecosystem partner Bird & Bird LLP during Startup Week Düsseldorf to gain the key facts on a Term Sheet - the preliminary blueprint that outlines the fundamental terms and conditions of an investment.   📆 Wed. 5 June 2024 🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m 📍 Bird & Bird - Düsseldorf office (Carl-Theodor-Straße 6)   Be prepared.   Don’t miss your chance to experience a dynamic, simulated negotiation of a Venture Capital Term Sheet between a real seasoned entrepreneur and a renowned investor. This exclusive event is your chance to witness firsthand the critical first step in securing funding for your startup.   If you are a founder, pre-seed / seed startup, scaleup, or interested in the world of venture capital, this is your chance to learn:  ↳ the terms you SHOULD know,  ↳ which clauses are CRITICAL, and  ↳ on what points investors are more likely to GIVE IN!   Learn by Example. Demystify Key Terms. Gain Negotiation Insights. Boost your confidence.   Discover the strategies and tactics used by both founders and investors during VC negotiations - explained and classified by Bird & Bird's experts.    Light refreshments and networking afterwards.   Limited spots available - https://t.ly/lq_e9 - Register today!   ……. Speakers: Andrea Schlote, Jan Medele Cooperation Partner: Scale-up.NRW ……. #financing #taxation  #venturecapital #startupfunding #termsheet #negotiation #founders #angelinvestor #vc #funding  

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