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We are thrilled to announce that Bobby Aitkenhead, our Managing Director, will be speaking at the 0100 Conference in Amsterdam on April 18th. Bobby will be part of a dynamic panel discussion on a topic that's at the heart of venture capital today: "Unicorn Radar: Identifying the Right Targets for the Future Periods in VC." The panelists will explore critical aspects of venture investing, including: 🦄 The early signs of a unicorn: What are they, and how can investors recognize them? 🔦The role of later-stage investing in guiding startups to achieve unicorn status. 🧭 The relevance of $1bn valuations in today's market and the strategic approach investors should consider. Bobby is honored to share the stage with an esteemed group of panelists: Alex Lim GP at IVP; Michiel Kotting Partner at Northzone; Rando Rannus GP at Siena Secondary Fund; Rashmi Gopinath GP at B Capital Group. This session promises to offer valuable insights for investors at all stages, from those considering their first investment to seasoned veterans looking to refine their strategies. Whether you're aiming to spot the next big thing or unconvinced about unicorn hunting in the first place, this panel will provide fresh perspectives and actionable advice. Be sure to say hello to us in Amsterdam! 🇳🇱 #VC #UnicornRadar #0100Conference #VentureCapital #InvestmentStrategies #StartupSuccess

Oceans are not just vast, but also a source of growth and transformation. At YC Ventures, we fuel this growth by investing in ventures that lead to impactful, global change. 🌍 #YCVentures #TransformativeGrowth #OceanEconomy #GlobalImpact #VentureCapital #Innovation #Sustainability #MaritimeIndustry #Shipping

🌍 Thrilled to have participated in the panel discussion "Investing in the underdogs: Real data on the potential of emerging markets" at the WMF - We Make Future Innovation Week! It was an honor to share the stage with these incredible leaders in the VC space: ⭐ Valentina Primo - Founder & CEO, Startups Without Borders ⭐ Sadaharu Saiki - Founder & GP, Sunny Side Venture Partners ⭐ Diego A. - Senior Investor, Outlierz Ventures Emerging markets are bursting with opportunities—from exceptional talent to the creation of innovative, globally impactful products. As investor focus grows, regions like North Africa and the Middle East are fast becoming vibrant hubs for technology and startup growth. It’s inspiring to witness how these ecosystems are flourishing and driving transformative change. At PAWAO, we are passionate about this growth and actively looking to invest in startups transforming and disrupting these markets. The opportunities are immense! Thank you to WMF - We Make Future for inviting me to this inspiring conversation. The future of innovation is bright, and it’s being built where talent knows no borders. 🔗 Register via the link in comments. #EmergingMarkets #MENAStartups #VCInvestments #WMFInnovationWeek #RoadToWMF25

"Embracing Resilience in Emerging Markets: Camels Over Unicorns" We're proud to share insightful reflections from Susana Garcia-Robles, Managing Partner at Capria Ventures, one of our esteemed MEVCA members. Susana's article highlights why startups in the Global South might thrive by embodying the resilience and steady growth of camels rather than chasing the mythical unicorn status. Discover why strategic, locally-informed investment is key to sustainable success in volatile markets. Read Susana's thought-provoking article here: https://lnkd.in/dihibC_3

Medea Nocentini, Senior Partner at Global Ventures and C3 Founder, recently spoke with Enterprise in an interview to discuss sustainability, climate-tech and the VC landscape in the MENA region! 💡 Read more about her take on what obstacles startups face, how certain subsectors are performing, and what lies ahead for climate-tech and sustainability in MENA: https://lnkd.in/dw-i468A

We are thrilled to continue our value-add session series, designed to accelerate the growth of our finalists! Up next, we are excited to welcome Saud Alsahhaf, Senior Investment Associate at Impact46, for an insightful session titled "Exits: Navigating Founder Journeys and Investor Timelines." This session will explore the critical stages of founder journeys and the importance of aligning with investor timelines, providing our startups with valuable insights into planning successful exits and maximizing their venture potential.

Join the Conversation on European Venture Sentiment     For several years Venionaire has been conducting the quarterly survey for the European Venture Sentiment Index.    We help investors and startups to adjust their investment behaviour according to the current market trends. 📊 This is your opportunity to shape the future of innovation across Europe! We are calling on 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘅 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗤𝟮/𝟮𝟰 to share their insights on the current market sentiment and outlook for the upcoming quarter. Your participation is crucial in understanding the pulse of the European venture landscape. 🤝    Make your voice heard and help us drive the future of European innovation.     Take the survey now and be a part of this transformative journey!     𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸: https://lnkd.in/dEZJpddH    Berthold Baurek-Karlic Julia Gülden-Zeisberger Iman Saïd Philipp Sakuler Denis Voldman Sofiya Lyn Makar Vergovskiy EY Furtherance network Disraptors Business Angels Europe Innovation Starter Orbit Capital DEPO Ventures Czech Founders VC DealMatrix Business Angel Institute European Super Angels Club #VentureCapital #Innovation #Investment #Survey #EuropeanVentureSentiment #VenionaireCapital #BusinessAngels #Investors #MarketTrends #EuropeanInnovation 

Where does Dedicated fit in the VC ecosystem? 🚀 We’ve been asked about our place in the #venturecapital value chain. Are we similar to business angels? Do we align with traditional VC funds? The truth is, trying to categorize us doesn't fully capture the uniqueness of our approach. As a deal-by-deal VC investment boutique, we pride ourselves on our agility and independence. We make flexible club deals that allow us to invest across any stage of maturity, industry, and geography, without the constraints of time. Our focus? Identifying and investing in the most promising startups and scaleups at the optimal moment and ensuring timely, strategic exits without the pressure of a traditional fund schedule. We operate with the swiftness of an angel investor but with the boldness of a venture fund. We wait for the right opportunities. And when they come, we go all in and open these deals to our network, inviting them to join us in whatever capacity they choose, if they feel like it. We’re passionate about what we do, and we're proud of our achievements. Our partner Benjamin Tillier will be sharing this passion and say more about where we fit, or don't fit 😉, at the next VC Meetup event in Luxembourg next week. Thanks Tülin Tokatli, Arman Anatürk for the invitation, and we look forward to connecting with fellow entrepeneurs and investors. Nicolas Perard Joel Wajsberg, CFA European Investment Fund (EIF) Genna Elvin Tadaweb Clelia Beck Cycle Group KAPITAL Pitch Me First #investing #entrepeneurship #innovation #future #startups

Niche VCs and PEs enable to face exits challenges thanks to investments driven by deep expertise, market reach and built-in exit pathways. #VentureCapital #NicheVCs #NichePEs #InvestmentDiversification #Growth #ExitStrategies #Impact

"MAGNiTT's data reflects a broader slowdown in the industry as investors shift attention toward early-stage funding rounds" https://lnkd.in/dkdcM8JE Thanks Fahad Abuljadayel and Christine Burke from Bloomberg for carrying MAGNiTT's latest report on how the VC markets look for MENA and peer ecosystems in 2024. It's always fun to see our data published in top publications, and especially when the broader investment trends indicate a shift towards early stage startups. 💡 Pressing Question remains: Will we see more investor participation in the region from global investors in 2024? Because this will definitely indicate a more mature homegrown ecosystem. Grab your copy of the report here: https://lnkd.in/dSJC5HbM