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🚀 Exciting Milestone: ALBAN Global Launches Deal Table Concept! This week, we officially launched our Deal Table concept, supported by our incredible Deal Champions who guide startups through their fundraising journey. 🚀 With a collaborative platform uniting investors and fundraising experts from accross the globe, we’re building connections to bring the right investors to the right startups. At ALBAN Global, our mission is clear: to create a people-first investing platform where passionate investors and promising startups come together to forge meaningful cross-border collaborations. By combining expert human guidance with curated venture opportunities, we’re not just facilitating deals—we’re building lasting partnerships that foster growth and mutual success. 🌍💼 📣 Startups: Looking to onboard the perfect international partners to fund your vision? Let’s connect and make it happen! 💼 Investors: Ready to discover the next exciting opportunity? Join us today! #Startups #Investing #Innovation #ALBANGlobal #Fundraising Ermelinda Hajdari Tal Catran Gerti Boshnjaku Anamaria Meshkurti Brent Christiaens Dan DiPasquo Frank Escandell Alexandra Santos Egli Haxhiraj Maura Mîndrilà Juan Manuel Revuelta Pérez Kateryna Kovalenko Denada Bare Rauch

🎄 Season’s greetings from ALBAN Global As the year draws to a close, we reflect on the connections, growth, and our collective achievements of 2024. This season reminds us of the power of community and the importance of coming together to build bridges and a brighter future. To our investors, startups, and partners: thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we’ve laid the groundwork for innovation, sustainability, and shared success. ✨ From all of us at ALBAN GLOBAL, we wish you a joyous holiday season filled with warmth, love, and inspiration for the year ahead. May your journey be filled with collaboration and connection, as we unite to create a brighter future for startups and investors alike! #SeasonGreetings #InnovationEcosystem #CommunityMatters #ALBANGlobal Ermelinda Hajdari Tal Catran Gerti Boshnjaku Anamaria Meshkurti Brent Christiaens Dan DiPasquo Frank Escandell Alexandra Santos Egli Haxhiraj Maura Mîndrilà Juan Manuel Revuelta Pérez

ALBAN GLOBAL is proud to support the "Startup of the Year" in the Business Leaders 2024 competition, organized by AlbaniaTech and Business Magazine Albania! As an international investment platform, we're dedicated to empowering innovative startups in emerging markets. Prize Details: €10,000 Value Package Our comprehensive prize includes two critical services for startup growth: - Investment readiness consulting - Fundraising services These specialized services are designed to help the winning startup accelerate its development by providing expert support in key business growth areas. The competition celebrates the remarkable entrepreneurial journey of 2024, highlighting startups that have transformed challenges into innovative opportunities. Voting DetailsDeadline: December 27th, 2024 Nominees: 14 promising startups Cast your vote and support the next generation of Albanian innovators! Your vote can help a promising startup take its next big leap. #BusinessLeaders2024 #StartupSupport #AlbanianInnovation Ermelinda Hajdari Gerti Boshnjaku Tal Catran Maura Mîndrilà Alexandra Santos Frank Escandell Egli Haxhiraj Dan DiPasquo Juan Manuel Revuelta Pérez Anamaria Meshkurti Brent Christiaens

We are thrilled to share that Frank Escandell, one of our advisory board members, attended Beyond X last tuesday (December 10), hosted by TheCUBE in Madrid, to represent OdiseIA—Spain's Observatory for the Societal and Ethical Impact of Artificial Intelligence. 💡What is Beyond X? Beyond X is a prestigious innovation summit that brings together global thought leaders, industry pioneers, and forward-thinking organizations. The event serves as a platform for networking, exploring cutting-edge trends, breakthrough technologies, and transformative strategies that shape our future. 📍Hosted at TheCUBE Madrid, a hub for innovation and collaboration, the event fosters an environment of creativity and meaningful dialogue. Frank represented OdiseIA as part of the Digital Futures Project, supported by Google.org, focusing on the Future of Work and the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence in our rapidly evolving world. We are proud to see OdiseIA at the forefront of shaping the future of innovation and ethics! #BeyondX #OdiseIA #AI #FutureOfWork #EthicsInAI #Innovation Ermelinda Hajdari Gerti Boshnjaku Tal Catran Maura Mîndrilà Alexandra Santos Frank Escandell Dan DiPasquo Juanma Revuelta Anamaria Meshkurti Brent Christaens

📊 Key insights from the Angel Funders Report 2024 The Angel Capital Association’s latest Angel Funders Report reveals crucial trends shaping the future of angel investing: - Angel investments mirrored the VC slowdown, with total investments dropping 33%, from $692M in 2022 to $465M in 2023. - Angels support emerging CEOs: 77% of funded CEOs were first-timers, with female CEOs accounting for 24% of deals—a promising sign of progress, though more work remains. - Seed stage remains dominant: 62% of angel investments focused on seed rounds, highlighting their critical role in early-stage innovation. - Broadening horizons: 40% of angel groups invested outside their own regions, showcasing a growing global approach to funding. At ALBAN GLOBAL, we’re inspired by these insights as we continue to build bridges between founders and investors worldwide. Reports like this remind us of the transformative power of collaboration and innovation in creating impact.🌟 Explore the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dbF6BKpt Let’s keep driving entrepreneurship forward! #AngelInvesting #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #ALBANGlobal Ermelinda Hajdari Gerti Boshnjaku Tal Catran Maura Mîndrilà Alexandra Santos Frank Escandell Dan DiPasquo Juanma Revuelta Anamaria Meshkurti Brent Christaens

🌍 Reflecting on the EU-Western Balkans Summit 2024 🌍 Last week, the EU-Western Balkans Summit: A Renewed Approach to the Region, organized by Friends of Europe, took place in Brussels. This significant event explored the challenges and opportunities on the EU accession path for Western Balkan countries, with discussions focusing on: - Norms and values in the accession process - Economic growth through regional integration - Creating inclusive and fair justice systems Highlighting the tangible benefits of EU integration, representative Kristjan S. Guri stated: "When it comes to Western Balkans, the new methodology of EU accession has contributed to clarify to the countries and the citizens on the ground that the destination is full EU accession. And in the meantime, you (citizens) can benefit from tangible effects of the progress. This progress can take the form of SEPA, which makes financial transfers less expensive, saving—based on a study—around 500 million EUR a year to the citizens and businesses of the Western Balkans." Re-watch here: https://lnkd.in/eb4X9h-m At ALBAN Global, we remain committed to supporting dialogue and initiatives that drive progress and bring tangible benefits to the region, reinforcing the shared path toward a united and resilient Europe. Ermelinda Hajdari Gerti Boshnjaku Tal Catran Maura Mîndrilà Alexandra Santos Frank Escandell Dan DiPasquo Juanma Revuelta Anamaria Meshkurti Brent Christaens #BalkansSummit #SharedJustice #EUIntegration #WesternBalkans

🚀 Join us for the Trans-Atlantic Angel Conference Demo Day! 🌍 We’re thrilled to invite you to the Group Investment Demo Day, where we'll be selecting one incredible startup as the winner from a pool of 75 international contenders! 💼 What to Expect: - 6 Finalist pitches rigorously vetted by 35+ investors across multiple countries.   - A chance to witness the live selection of the winner who will receive the full investment.  📅 When: Thursday, December 5 (16h - 20h) 📍 Where: Online – secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/dD-_zVZr Don’t miss this exciting event showcasing innovation and cross-border collaboration!  #AngelInvesting #StartupFunding #GlobalStartups #Innovation SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator Ermelinda Hajdari Gerti Boshnjaku Tal Catran Maura Mîndrilà Alexandra Santos Frank Escandell Dan DiPasquo Juanma Revuelta Anamaria Meshkurti Brent Christaens

Albania’s growing potential on the EU stage The EU-Albania Business & Investment Forum on November 26th in Brussels highlighted Albania’s rise as a hub for innovation and investment. From green energy leadership to digital transformation, the event showcased key opportunities for growth while addressing challenges in aligning with EU standards. At ALBAN Global, we’re supporting underrated ecosystems, connecting entrepreneurs and investors globally, building bridges for sustainable growth and collaboration. Let's get in touch! We’re committed to fostering connections and driving impactful collaborations. If you’re ready to explore partnership opportunities or discuss your innovative project, contact us at info@alban.al. Read the full article now. #Innovation #EUAlbania #GreenEnergy #Entrepreneurship

🇪🇺🇦🇱We are thrilled to share the success of the EU-Albania Business & Investment Forum, this Tuesday on November 26th in Brussels. Celebrating this achievement on Albania’s Independence Day feels especially meaningful—a perfect moment to reflect on our progress and growing potential.🇦🇱 We are still deeply inspired by the vibrant, optimistic energy during the event and are looking forward to more. 🌟 A lot was gained through the valuable insights and perspectives from our speakers, highlighting the excitement surrounding Albania's rising potential on the European and global stage. 🌍 A true reassurance for our mission and a drive to keep moving forward with our efforts to bring people, ideas, and capital together! 🤝 A big thank you goes to the Embassy of Albania for their continuous support and invaluable partnership. We look forward to further collaboration in 2025. 🎉 We also extend our gratitude to Brent Christaens and his team at Seven Capital for their essential support, and a special thanks to Tal Catran for his ongoing guidance and insights as a partner and Advisory Board member. 🙏 Your contribution is not only immensely valued but, most importantly, tangible! 💪 Thank you to all the speakers and participants for bringing incredible energy and fresh perspectives to the event. Your contributions have sparked exciting opportunities and set the stage for meaningful future collaborations. 🔗 Together, we’re paving the way for Albania’s continued growth and its emerging role in Europe and beyond. 🚀🇪🇺 Ermelinda Hajdari Dr. Agerti Galo PhD Vincent Rey Akil Rajdho Briseida Gjoza Ylli Billa Hanna Starchyk Andriy Kolodyuk Albana Vrioni Julian Adili Kateryna Kovalenko Andy Nijs Gerti Boshnjaku Maura Mîndrilà Alexandra Santos Frank Escandell Dan DiPasquo Juan Manuel Revuelta Pérez Anamaria Meshkurti Eddy Van Hemelrijck Boudewijn Dupont Frank De Palmenaer #ProudMoment #EUAlbaniaForum #Albania #IndependenceDay #Collaboration #Growth #Innovation #Sustainability #ALBANGlobal #BusinessLeadership #FutureOpportunities

Strengthening EU-Albania Business Relations 🇪🇺🇦🇱 Today, through the EU-Albania Business & Investment Forum we brought together an exceptional group of investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers in Brussels. Through insightful panel discussions on: - EU financing opportunities - Challenges faced by Albanian founders - Investor perspectives on Albania’s growing business ecosystem …and a vibrant networking session, the forum created meaningful connections and unlocked exciting opportunities for collaboration. A heartfelt thank you to our partners: The Embassy of Albania, Seven Capital, and FINNOVA FOUNDATION. …and, of course, to our inspiring speakers: Ermelinda Hajdari Tal Catran Brent Christiaens Andriy Kolodyuk Albana Vrioni Julian Adili Dr. Agerti Galo PhD Vincent Rey Hanna Starchyk Ylli Billa Briseida Gjoza Akil Rajdho Ambassador Ferit Hoxha Let’s continue building bridges between Albania and the EU! #InvestmentForum #EUAlbania #StartupEcosystem #ALBANGLOBALz