🌐 Yesterday, we had the pleasure of attending the Plug and Play Tech Center Italy Summit 2024. It was a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas and network with key players contributing to building a robust and increasingly intriguing startup ecosystem in Italy. 🔍 During the panel "The Italian Early-stage Ecosystem" our Head of Vento, Diyala D'Aveni, shared insights alongside Marco Ogliengo, Founder & CEO of Jet HR, Gianluca Cocco, Founder & CEO of Qomodo, Lorenzo Franzi, Founding Partner of Italian Founders Fund, and Andrea Gennarini, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of 2100 Ventures. Here are some interesting takeaways from the event: 📈 Despite being one of the smaller innovation ecosystems in Europe in terms of venture capital invested, Italy is one of the fastest-growing country in the region. This growth is evidenced by some significant achievements within our portfolio; for instance, Jet HR and Qomodo securing impressive pre-seed rounds, Futura closing a Series A round led by an international fund, and PandasAI (YC W24) entering Y Combinator. 🇮🇹 #Institutional support for innovation is already making a positive impact, yet there is potential for even greater benefits with increased backing. Taking inspiration from France, where state #incentives and #investments are integral to their strategy, it's evident that enhanced government support can significantly transform the innovation #ecosystem. In fact in France, this robust support has facilitated the creation of over 1 million new jobs, with more than 80% being permanent positions. 💬 The discussion was rich with insights and reflections, and we are eager to continue this dialogue with these and many other guests at the upcoming Italian Tech Week in September. 👀 Don’t forget to follow the new page of the event to discover all the happenings and guests of ITW!
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🇳🇴 15.10.24 After works 📈 Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? Or thinking about starting up? ✅ Join us for our upcoming event. You'll learn about various funding opportunities and connect with key players in the start-up ecosystem. Agenda: ✔ Norwegian and European Soft Funding Possibilities: Innovation Norway will provide an overview of potential grants and subsidies to fuel your startup's growth ✔ Meet the Business Angels: A panel discussion with experienced individual investors, often also entrepreneurs ✔ Meet the Venture Capitalists: A fireside discussion with investment professionals specialised in venture ✍ To receive our invitations, send us an email at [email protected] La French Tech aims to nurtures a dynamic tech ecosystem in France and worldwide. In Norway we gather French speakers and francophiles active in the startup and innovation world. Fransk-Norsk Handelskammer Ambassade de France en Norvège Innovation Norway in Europe Jean-Guillaume Marquaire Victoria Somdalen Jose Luis Almanza Michel Sagen Anne H Worsøe Raja Skogland Joachim Thorsen
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🔛 Partnering with Venture Kick to support Swiss leading technologies. 🇨🇭 “Venture Kick does outstanding work in helping young companies move from early ideas to market readiness,” said Joanne Sieber, CEO of the Deep Tech Nation Switzerland “We’re thrilled to support this key accelerator, as our missions - promoting Swiss innovation and creating sustainable high-tech jobs - align perfectly.” “The involvement and commitment of the Deep Tech Nation Switzerland Foundation reinforce the shared objectives of our partnership consortium,” added Pascale Vonmont, President of the Venture Kick Strategy Board. “Venture Kick lays the foundation for turning promising business ideas into global enterprises, contributing to Switzerland’s economic development. We are pleased to welcome the Deep Tech Nation Switzerland Foundation as a key supporter.” 🫶 We are proud to join the esteemed consortium of partners, including Gebert Rüf Stiftung, Ernst Göhner Stiftung, Fondation ALCEA, Lichtsteiner Foundation, Hauser Stiftung, André Hoffmann, Hansjoerg Wyss, Martin Haefner, Fondation Pro Techno, ESA BIC Switzerland, and Swisscom, to support groundbreaking innovation and entrepreneurship. #VentureKick #DeepTechNationSwitzerland #DeepTech #SwissStartups
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The Deep Tech Ecosystem in the Nordics roundtable featured David Cabezon Egurrola (Bilbao Slush'D), Aamos Heikkilä (MIMIR), Teresa Plaza de Giles (ICEX), Daria Mashkina ( Business Finland), and Krystel 💭 Bendahan 📈 (Bendahan Ventures), discussing the unique strengths of Nordic deep tech. A robust welfare state supports this ecosystem by uniting public funding, private industry, and research-driven universities, fostering innovation through university-based entrepreneurial societies and incubators. ❄️⚡️ Cross-border collaboration, led by organizations like Business Finland, enhances international visibility and has produced global successes like Oura and Nokia. Events like Slush continue to spotlight the Nordics, attracting global interest. With diverse resources and strategic initiatives like ICEX's Desafía, the Nordics foster a thriving deep tech environment through collaboration among public funders, private investors, corporations, and educational institutions. Julia Doherty Eglee Daniella Ramunno Jaime Trainor Goiria #HorizonDeepTech #NordicInnovation #DeepTech #TechEcosystem #Startups
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🌟 Do you want to meet visionary investors or deep dive into ideas that redefine industries? This May, you have an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in some of the world’s most inspiring startup conferences. Here are my personal top 5 conferences, year after year: 🐺 Wolves Summit in Poland, where groundbreaking ideas meet deep-pocketed investors ready to bet on the future. ☀ Next is the EU-Startups Summit in sunny Malta - a perfect setting for networking with fellow pioneers and industry leaders. 🇸🇮 Don’t miss the Podim Conference in Slovenia, the crossroads of Central European tech innovations and startup energy. 🍀 Then, it’s on to the Dublin Tech Summit in Ireland, where global tech giants and ambitious startups converge to discuss what’s next in tech. ❄ And finally SHIFT in Finland, where you can connect with the minds shaping tomorrow against the backdrop of stunning Nordic landscapes. Are you ready to connect, learn, and be inspired? Who knows, the next big idea might just be yours! 🚀 #startuplife #conferences #networking
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💡Do you believe in Corporate Start Up Partnerships as a key driver in the future for joint succes towards the Green Transition , future of Business a.o ? - at BusinessAalborg we do🚀 Do you? 🙏Pls share your thoughts (5 min survey) with DI - Dansk Industri and let move the future together via co creation & Partnerships 🚀🏡🏢 #corporatestartuppartnerships #ventureclient #corporateinnovation
Exciting News! At DI, we're passionate about fostering collaboration between startups and corporates to drive innovation and growth in Denmark's business landscape. That's why we're launching a survey to gather insights into the current state of corporate-startup collaborations in Denmark. By sharing your thoughts and experiences, you'll help us understand the challenges and opportunities in these partnerships, ultimately shaping the future of business in Denmark. Participation is anonymous, and the survey will only take about 5 minutes to complete. Your voice matters – join us in shaping the corporate-startup collaboration landscape in Denmark! 🔗 Link to survey for corporates: https://lnkd.in/dD_VRpQc 💼 🔗 Link to survey startups: https://lnkd.in/d7qdij6U 🚀 Sine Linderstrøm l Christian Stoltze l Mette Hoberg Tønnesen l Mette Haugaard
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#ManaTechTravels to South Summit: Connecting with Brazil's booming startup ecosystem!🇧🇷✈️ Our Strategic Partnerships Analyst, Delfina Aleman, and our Head of Programs and Events, Sally Buberman, are gearing up to take off to Porto Alegre, Brazil, from March 20th - 22nd representing Mana Tech at South Summit Brazil 2024!🌎 South Summit is a global meeting point where investors, companies, and startups converge to discuss the future of innovation, and Sally will be taking the stage as a speaker, bringing her insights and expertise to the forefront.💡 But this trip isn't just about business. Brazil is bustling with innovation, talent, and a thriving startup ecosystem, and we're on a mission to strengthen our ties with this incredible country.🤝 So, if you're attending South Summit 2024, consider this your official invitation to connect with us!😉 Reach out to Delfina or Sally and let's chat about innovation, collaboration, and the future of entrepreneurship.🚀 https://lnkd.in/dV8q83NV #ManaTech #SouthSummitBrazil #startupsevent
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🇮🇹 Italy’s VC ecosystem 2024 - second best year ever! With $1.9 billion invested (2023-2024 YTD), over 300,000 jobs created, and a cumulative startup ecosystem value of $60 billion, Italy is set for its second best year ever in #VentureCapital! These promising figures, shared during a keynote by Yoram Wijngaarde, founder of Dealroom.co at Italian Tech Week 2024, highlight that Italy's VC ecosystem has now entered the top 10 in Europe by VC #investments. To gain a deeper understanding of what’s happening in our country, we’ve created an analysis titled “The Starting Line is Now,” which offers a timely reflection on Italy's #tech scene, filled with insights and key data on Europe and beyond. The article also features reflections from Diyala D'Aveni (Head of Vento), who stressed that attracting more international #talent and #capital will be crucial to sustaining this momentum. ➡️ The link to the full article is in the first comment: read it and join the conversation in the comments! #VC #Startup #Innovation #Ecosystem #B4i
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🚀 Exciting News! Europe's Leading Start-Up Hubs 2024 Ranking is Here! 🚀 We're thrilled to announce the release of Europe's Leading Start-Up Hubs 2024, a comprehensive ranking highlighting the top centres for founders seeking to build or grow their companies. With a focus on providing incubator and/or accelerator programmes, these hubs are instrumental in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across the continent. Statista In collaboration with Financial Times, and Sifted has identified 125 exceptional start-up hubs in Europe in our inaugural ranking. Through a rigorous evaluation process, we assessed various criteria, including alumni feedback, expert recommendations, and the success of startups emerging from these hubs. We extend our gratitude to all the hubs, alumni, and experts who participated in this process, contributing to the recognition of Europe's thriving start-up ecosystem. On the general podium: 🥇 UnternehmerTUM 🥈 Hexa 🥉 SETsquared Partnership On the podium for the highest performance within "Alumni evaluation": 🥇 Wolaria 🥈 Oxford Oracle 🥉 InnovX On the podium for the highest performance within "Networking opportunities" offered: 🥇 UnternehmerTUM 🥈 Lanzadera 🥉 NatWest On the podium for the highest "Mentoring" quality offered: 🥇 Growth Studio 🥈 Oxford Oracle 🥉 Wolaria For those interested in learning more about this captivating publication, check out the Special Report on Europe’s Leading Start-up Hubs here: https://lnkd.in/gxYHejyx #StartUpHubs #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Startup #Accelerator #Incubator #Startupstudio #Vc #EuropeStartUps #FT #FinancialTimes #Statista #Sifted
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VanOnGo is excited to join the South America Market Discovery program by German Accelerator 🚀 German Accelerator propels startups onto the global stage through immersive programs, expert mentoring, and a vast network of partners and investors. This time, they’re helping high-potential companies like ours explore South America’s thriving innovation landscape! Since 2012, they’ve supported over 500 startups that have raised more than $12 billion. The program is managed by German Entrepreneurship GmbH and funded by BMWK. ✅ This September, #VanOnGo is excited to connect with fellow innovators and partners as we explore the vast opportunities in South America. 😎 Why South America? It’s a goldmine of potential: 🔹 #Argentina: A rising tech hub and home to numerous startups and giants. 🔹 #Brazil: South America’s largest economy, investing heavily in AI, biotech, and renewable energy. 🔹 #Chile: The region’s most innovative country and home to Santiago, a key tech hub. And the best part? The support from German Accelerator continues even after the program ends, giving us ongoing access to a network of experts and resources that help us keep growing!
VanOnGo is thrilled (and a little humbled) to be part of the South America Market Discovery program by German Accelerator 🚀 #GermanAccelerator is on a mission to catapult startups on to the global stage. Through immersive programs, expert mentoring, and a vast network of business partners and investors, they’re giving high-potential companies like us the chance to conquer the world’s most exciting innovation hubs — this time, South America’s turn! Since 2012, they’ve backed more than 500 startups, which have collectively raised over $12 billion (yes, that’s with a "B"). The program is managed by German Entrepreneurship GmbH and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). ✅ This September, #VanOnGo is eager to rub shoulders with fellow innovators and partners and dive headfirst into the endless opportunities South America has to offer (and believe us, there’s no shortage!). 😎 Why South America, you ask? Well, it just happens to be a hotbed of untapped potential, ripe for the taking: 🔹#Argentina – the 8th largest country in the world, rapidly making a name for itself as a hub of technological innovation. Home to numerous tech giants and startups, Argentina is the place to be if you’re into cutting-edge ideas. 🔹#Brazil, South America’s largest economy, isn’t just about soccer and carnival. It’s home to 23 unicorns and is investing heavily in AI, biotech, and renewable energy. Oh, and it’s the 4th most digitized market in the world. No big deal. 🔹#Chile – crowned South America’s most innovative country by the Global Innovation Index, has been making waves with its startup ecosystem. Santiago, anyone? It’s one of the region’s hottest tech hubs. And here’s the kicker: The support from German Accelerator doesn’t just end when the program does. As proud alumni, we’ll keep getting access to top-notch international attorneys, business angels, and other key players who will continue to help us grow (because who doesn’t love a little extra help?). #GoFarGrowFast
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The past few months have taken me all over Europe 🌍, meeting some incredible founders and investors. Yesterday, I had the chance to join an event EU x VC in Warsaw 🇵🇱, where top voices shared their insights on the EU’s role in driving Europe forward as a hub for startups and innovation 🚀. It was a fantastic panel discussion exploring both the unique challenges and exciting opportunities in the European startup ecosystem. Huge thanks to Andreas Klinger and Michael Jackson for sharing some valuable perspectives! 🙏🏻 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: 1. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲: Europe has plenty of early-stage startups, but scaling is where it gets tough. Many promising companies lose momentum right when they’re ready to grow big📈. 2. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱: Unlike the U.S., where cross-state investment is seamless, Europe’s patchwork of legal and tax systems complicates cross-border funding . A unified EU “European entity” could change the game, making it easier for startups to access capital. If you want to act, follow the latest on The EU Inc Petition and if you would like to support, sign the petition here: https://www.eu-inc.org! ✍️ 3. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵: Europe leads in deep tech research, but turning innovations into businesses is a challenge 🧬 . Connecting researchers with entrepreneurial support is key to bridging this gap. 4. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝐲: As Andreas pointed out, “Europe lacks a cohesive startup identity that transcends national borders.” A strong, unified brand for “European founders” would foster collaboration, attract investment, and elevate Europe as a global leader in innovation 🇪🇺. And in closing remarks, Michael Jackson shared a thought that really stuck with me: “Europe faces an existential challenge, and while there’s no straightforward solution, embracing this complexity with confidence might just be our greatest strength”. #EUstartups #Innovation #EuropeanAccelerationism #ScalingUp #EUInc
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