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🎄 Innovative startups reimagining classic holiday products Tomorrow’s special Christmas edition of our FoodTech newsletter will showcase 12 groundbreaking products: 🥂 FRENCH BLOOM 🍞 Bread Free 🧈 Savor 🦞 Ancrée.com 🐟 OLALA! 🦆 ABERYNE 🦐 Revo Foods 🥩 Juicy Marbles 🧀 Formo moderato 0% 🍷 🍫 Planet A Foods 🍊 Nanovel LTD Don’t miss out—subscribe now to receive it straight to your inbox! : https://lnkd.in/evp2GSxJ #Foodtech #Innovation #Christmas #Foodstartups #Sustainablefood #Foodinnovation #Foodandbeverages

Food is at the heart of our lives, but did you know the apple you eat today has 40% fewer nutrients than it did 30 years ago? 🍎 This reality is just one of the many insights shared by Beatriz Jacoste Lozano, Director of KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub, in our latest podcast episode with Ben Costantini recorded during SIAL Paris. Beatriz takes us on her journey from diplomacy to leading innovation in the food industry. 🌍 She shares her vision for a sustainable food future, groundbreaking trends like molecular farming and soil regeneration, and why education is key to driving change. 🌾 If you’re curious about how we can create a more sustainable food system and the role technology and knowledge play in this mission, this episode is for you. 🎧 Watch now on YouTube and let us know your thoughts: https://lnkd.in/dMw_iueC #Podcast #FoodInnovation #Sustainability #TechEvent #FoodTech

🎄 Christmas is coming, and we’re here to bring you holiday cheer AND exciting opportunities for founders! 🎁 At Sesamers, we know this time of year is about relaxing, but it’s also the perfect time to apply for programs that can help grow your startup. Don’t miss out on these amazing opportunities! 🚀 Here’s what’s waiting for you: 🔹 4YFN 2025 Call for Mentors – Apply by Dec 19 Are you an expert in your field? Become a mentor and help startups succeed. We’re looking for leaders from startups, big companies, government, or other organizations to share their knowledge. 🔹 South Summit 2025 Brazil Startup Competition – Apply by Dec 20 Show your project to top investors and companies at South Summit 2025 Brazil in Porto Alegre. This is your chance to stand out and grow your network. 🔹 Google for Startups Accelerator Women Founders – Apply by Jan 25 A 10-week program for startups led by women in Europe and Israel. If your startup uses AI and is at the Seed to Series A stage, this program can help you with Google’s support and tools. 🔹 South Summit 2025 Madrid Startup Competition – Apply by Jan 31 Join one of the top startup competitions in Europe! Connect with investors, grow your business, and learn from the best. 🔹 European Startup Prize for Mobility Acceleration Programme – Apply by Feb 7 For the best mobility startups in Europe. Get access to an acceleration and investment program to take your startup to the next level. 🔹 Time to Raise Accelerator for Female Founders – Apply by Feb 28 This program helps female founders connect with investors and raise funds to grow their startups. 🔹 ChangeNOW 2025 Call for Solutions – Ongoing Have an idea that can make the world better? Share your solution and get the chance to present it on a global stage! ✨ Let’s end the year strong and get ready for a successful 2025! Whether you want to connect with investors, join an accelerator, or showcase your project, these programs are here to help. 🎯 Find all opportunities on app.sesamers.com 🎅 Merry Christmas from Sesamers! Let’s keep building amazing things together. #StartupOpportunities #Startups #TechEvent #Entrepreneurship #ApplyFor #CallForStartup

🎄 The holidays are around the corner, but we’re definitely not taking a break from bringing you top-notch content! At Sesamers, we’re all about helping you get the most out of tech events — whether you’re networking, pitching, or simply exploring the space. In this series of video, our CEO Ben Costantini shares insights drawn from 10+ years in the industry and thousands of events attended. If anyone knows the art of navigating tech events, it’s him. 👉 Follow Sesamers for more tips, tricks, and exclusive content to elevate your event experience. Stay tuned for the next! 🚀 It’s time to chill, recharge, and level up your strategy for the next event season. #TechEvent #EventStrategy #NetworkingTips

Scaling startups is about filling the gaps. In our latest podcast episode with Nadav Berger from PeakBridge and Ben Costantini, we dive deep into what it takes to turn the ideas into scalable realities. ❓ How Peak Bridge VC adds value to startups and gives a direction? 🎙️ Catch the full episode now on YouTube or tune in on Spotify and Apple Music.  👉 Don’t miss the insights that can change the game for startups: https://linktr.ee/sesamers

Scouting just got smarter. Snap, save, and place on app.sesamers.com Scouting startups during tech events can feel like a whirlwind with messy notes, lots of business cards. Sounds familiar? Not anymore. Check app.sesamers.com — your must-have scouting tool designed for anyone. ✅ Snap a photo of a booth or pitch deck. ✅ Add details in seconds. ✅ Keep everything in one shared, secure space. It is more than a tool — it’s a community. As a Sesamers scout, you collaborate with a big network of scouts to build the most comprehensive startup database out there. Scouting smarter, together. Start now 👉 app.sesamers.com #StartupScouting #TechEvents #Innovation #Startups #Unicorns

Why does saas.group even exists? Tune in to the latest episode of Selected by Sesamers with Tim Schumacher to find out 👇🏻 More about our business model, companies we like to acquire, and what we think really sets us apart from all the PE companies out there. Link to the full episode is in the comments.

At Sesamers, we work hard to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses and when we see this kind of post, we know why we wake up! Two months ago, we ran the startup village of SIAL Paris, where La Fabrique à Nuage exhibited and made business connections. Who finally ended up with real contracts and growth! It's great to see these kind words for the SIAL Team (Justine Bonnet Jean-Gabriel Mollard Audrey ASHWORTH Nicolas Trentesaux) and us (Austė Šilkaitytė Ugnė Martinaitytė Daria Skrypnik Gustave Deschamps Sophie Marquet Ben Costantini Suzanne Newman)

What if science could empower women to take control of their health during one of life’s most challenging transitions? That’s exactly what Mohana, one of the Slush 100 finalists, is doing. Their mission: leveraging health science to give women in perimenopause the tools, knowledge, and personalized solutions they need to navigate this phase with confidence. With their precision platform, Mohana offers: ✅ Science-backed tests to understand hormonal health. ✅ Tailored protocols to relieve symptoms, designed for your unique body. ✅ A proactive way to approach health, beyond guesswork. At Slush, we caught Dora Jambor, CEO at Mohana, sharing their incredible vision for a future where no woman feels powerless in managing her perimenopause symptoms. 🎥 Catch the full story on Sesamers YouTube — because health innovation deserves to be seen and heard. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eun7xFM2 #Slush100 #HealthTech #WomenInHealth #TecEvent

Alternative Proteins: a new era of food innovation 🌍🍽️ How do we sustainably feed a growing population while reducing the strain on our planet? That’s the question driving the latest episode of the Sesamers Podcast, now available in video format! 🎙️ In this episode, Sirli Rosenvald from TFTAK with our podcast host Ben Costantini dive deep into: • Why traditional protein production is inefficient and unsustainable. • The game-changing potential of mycoproteins — grown without arable land or reliance on climate conditions. • Tackling the taste challenge in plant-based proteins to win over consumers. • Navigating strict regulations and high costs in Europe’s FoodTech landscape. • The power of collaboration for startups in alternative proteins. The conversation packed with insights into how innovation can transform the way we think about food! 🎥 Watch the full episode now on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/emSJRMje Don’t forget to follow the Sesamers Podcast wherever you like to tune in — Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music! 🔗 https://linktr.ee/sesamers #TechEvent #AlternativeProteins #FoodTech #Sustainability