EBAN - European Business Angel Network

🌟 Copenhagen Awaits! Join the EBAN Congress 2025! Co-hosted by EBAN and Danish Business Angels - DanBAN, the EBAN Congress 2025 is Europe’s most dynamic gathering of angel investors, startups, and ecosystem leaders. Get ready for three days of inspiration, innovation, and unparalleled networking! ebancongress.com Here is what you need to know: 📅 June 3-5, 2025 |  📍 POOLEN, Copenhagen, Denmark 🎟️ Early bird tickets are available here: https://lnkd.in/dEtADVvz Why Attend the EBAN Congress 2025? 🤝 Connect with Europe’s top angels, VCs, policymakers, and game-changing startups. 🌐 Discover emerging trends shaping the future of angel investing. 🌟 Immerse yourself in Copenhagen’s vibrant investing ecosystem. Ready to elevate your investing game? Join us at Europe’s leading angel event for insights, connections, and a taste of the future. If you are an EBAN member contact nathan@eban.org for your special discount code 👉 Reserve Your Spot Now: https://lnkd.in/dEtADVvz See you in #Copenhagen! #angelinvesting #startups #scaleups #angelinvestor #eban #businessangel #innovation #denmark

We’re proud to partner with Zero One Hundred Conferences to present the 11th edition of the PE/VC conference, 0100 DACH 2025—an exclusive gathering of private equity and venture capital leaders in Vienna. Connect with top firms like Adams Street Partners, Ardian, Balderton Capital, EIF, Erste AM, Hamilton Lane, KfW Capital, Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Europe, Morgan Stanley, Schroders, UBS AM, Warburg Pincus and more, in a carefully curated, intimate setting designed for meaningful connections. With a balanced LP-to-GP ratio and 80% of decision-makers in attendance, this event is the ultimate platform for valuable networking and growth. Don’t miss it – join us in Vienna! #0100DACH #ZeroOneHundred #IntimateNetworking

🎉 Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Collaboration and Growth with the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator! 🎉 As we step into 2025, we at EBAN are proud to look back on the incredible milestones achieved last year in partnership with the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator. Together, we’ve connected continents, fostered innovation, and strengthened cross-border partnerships that are driving the future of digital business. 🌟 Highlights from 2024: ✅ 2 Open Calls for #EULACpartnerships, resulting in the creation of 30 digital business partnerships between Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. ✅ A thriving EU-LAC Matching Platform that tackled 100+ corporate challenges and brought together: 🔹 1,040 Startups/SMEs 🔹 204 Corporates 🔹 77 Accelerators and 26 Investors ✅ Over 40 onsite events and 30 online webinars brought the community together, growing our shared network to an engaged group of 4,000+ followers. 💡 These achievements reflect the power of collaboration, the importance of shared goals, and the resilience of our global community in driving innovation and growth across borders. 🤝 A Heartfelt Thank You to every startup, corporate, and partner who contributed to this remarkable journey. Your vision and dedication have been the cornerstone of this success, and we can’t wait to continue building on this momentum in 2025! 📽️ Catch the highlights from 2024 here: https://lnkd.in/dPuKg8yi Partners: TECNALIA Research & Innovation, EBN - European Business & Innovation Centre Network, IDB Lab, IESE Business School, Wayra, OCTANTIS, TECNALIA COLOMBIA, Expertise France, Caribbean Export Development Agency, and more.

🚀 Attention to all BAN managers who are passionate about innovation, angel investing, and startups! Don’t miss the chance to be part of the EBAN Annual Congress 2025 in Copenhagen Denmark from June 3-5! Co-hosted by EBAN and DanBAN, the EBAN Annual Congress brings together the brightest minds in angel investing and founder ecosystems. You will have the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and be inspired by Europe's most vibrant network of changemakers. The Congress will take place at POOLEN, a unique industrial venue that blends raw charm with cutting-edge creativity. Why Speak at the EBAN Congress 2025? 🚪Free ticket for Congress and Gala Dinner for selected speakers 🗣️ Share your insights with Europe’s angel investing community 🤝 Connect with top angels, VCs, policymakers, and innovative startups 🌐 Dive into new trends shaping the future of angel investing across Europe and beyond 🌟 Explore Copenhagen’s dynamic angel investing ecosystem. Applications close on 16/02/2025 so don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to shape the future of angel investing and startups! 🔗Apply now by checking your inbox for an email by info@eban.org or email us to receive the application form! #EBAN2025 #AngelInvesting #Startups #Innovation #Networking #Copenhagen

Beyond Earth's Orbit: Future of Space Exploration (LEO Cargo Return & Artemis) 🌌 We are just one week away from launching into the future of space exploration with European Space Agency - ESA! 🚀 Join Daniel Neuenschwander, Director of Human and Robotic Exploration at ESA, who leads groundbreaking missions that push humanity beyond Earth’s boundaries. This session kicks off our webinar series, diving into the Artemis mission, a giant leap for lunar exploration while also taking a look at the transformative role of LEO cargo return in shaping sustainable space exploration. 📅 Date: 23rd January 2025 ⏰ Time: 16.00 CET Why You Should Join: ✨ Get the inside scoop on the Artemis mission—it’s a giant leap for lunar exploration! ✨ Learn how LEO cargo return is fueling the next era of space sustainability. ✨ Discover ESA’s role in shaping the future of human and robotic exploration. Don’t let this opportunity fly by! 🛰️ Register here to secure your seat for liftoff: https://lnkd.in/d36pkaMn

📢 Exciting News from SPREAD2INNO! We’re proud to share two new #publications from our SPREAD2INNO partners, showcasing innovative tools and insights that are driving impact for #startups and #SMEs! 📝 Strategic Needs of Startups Discover how ISD was applied as a practical tool to address the strategic challenges startups face, in this insightful paper by Katrin Singer-Coudoux, Henry Nicolai Buxmann, and Dr. Markus Will. 📖 Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g5Ys8-Ai 🖥️ SPREAD2INNO Platform Insights Dive into the architecture and user engagement strategies that make the SPREAD2INNO Platform a powerful resource for entrepreneurs. Written by Damir Haskovic, Dr. techn., Violeta Heinze, Celine Rabé, and Paulina Villalobos Quesada. 📖 Check it out: https://lnkd.in/ge9_rHbj We’re thrilled to collaborate with such dedicated partners to empower startups and SMEs with cutting-edge tools and knowledge. 👏 Kudos to Fondazione E. Amaldi, Fraunhofer IPK, Teseas, Cleantech Bulgaria, Patras Science Park, and the entire team for this achievement! Fondazione E. Amaldi | Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology IPK | EBAN - European Business Angel Network | Teseas | Cleantech Bulgaria | Patras Science Park ( Επιστημονικό Πάρκο Πατρών) #Startups #SMEs #Platform #UserEngagement #Innovation

🚀 New EIF Working Paper Alert: European Small Business Finance Outlook 2024! We’re excited to share the latest EIF Working Paper, The European Small Business Finance Outlook 2024. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth overview of the key markets the @European Investment Fund (EIF) focuses on, offering valuable insights into SME financing amidst today’s uncertainties. 🌟 Highlights from the report: A review of the overall market environment for SMEs in Europe. Analysis of trends and developments in SME equity, guarantees, securitisation, and inclusive finance markets. A deep dive into the opportunities and challenges shaping SME financing across the continent. How the EIF is working to bridge financing gaps and promote sustainable growth for small businesses. This working paper underscores the EIF’s commitment to supporting SMEs by tackling financing challenges and unlocking potential in Europe’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. 📘 The EIF Working Papers series serves as a platform to share critical research and insights from EIF staff and collaborators, making them accessible to a broader audience. 📢 We encourage all investors, policymakers, and stakeholders in the SME ecosystem to explore this important resource! 👉 Learn more and access the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/eSr-zkRN

In early December, SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator, an EBAN member, concluded the 6th cohort of TAAC with an inspiring Demo Day. Over three months, 36 aspiring angel investors gained hands-on experience while engaging with cutting-edge startups from around the globe. The highlight of the event? Calla Lily Clinical Care secured a $180,000 investment from the TAAC 6 Angels, winning both the Grand Prize and the Audience Award! Congratulations to Dr. Lara Zibners MD MMEd MBA and her team for this remarkable achievement. Looking ahead, TAAC #7 kicks off on March 20, 2025, building on the momentum of TAAC6. It's a fantastic opportunity for angel investors to learn, connect, and support high-potential startups. Register: https://lnkd.in/dAjPBTMV #AngelInvesting #EBAN #Startups #Innovation #TAAC Astghik Zakharyan John Sechrest Thang Vo-Ta

Elevate your Angel Investing Repertoire with Leapfunder! Looking to refine your pitch, expand your knowledge or prepare yourself for investing? Leapfunder offers the perfect lineup of online workshops tailored for all audiences! 💡 For Rookie Angels: 📅 Foundations of Successful Angel Investing Dates: October 17th and November 21st Interested in #investing in the next generation of startups ? @Leapfunder's Foundations of Successful Angel Investing (Online Workshop), rated 4,6/5 , helps rookie and potential #angels master startup investing step-by-step. 👨💻 All workshops are held online and are packed with actionable insights to help you succeed! 💡 For Startup Founders: 📅 Investor Readiness Session Dates: October 7th, October 21st, November 4th and November 18th Learn how to speak to #investors and raise #funding successfully. Join @Leapfunder's Investor Readiness Sessions (Online Workshop for Startup Founders ), rated 4,6/5 https://lnkd.in/dZdgHUf 📅 Pitch Deck Clinic Dates: October 14th and November 11th der can help you build an effective "conclusion chain." Join their online Pitch Deck Clinic, rated 4,7/5 https://lnkd.in/dn4Z34H 📅 Finance Academy Dates: October 28th and November 25th Learn how to use #convertibles, different #equity classes, #debt, shareholders' agreements, and much more. Join @Leapfunder's online Finance Academy (Online Workshop for Startup Founders), rated 4,7/5 https://lnkd.in/duyay8y #StartupWorkshops #AngelInvesting #InvestorReadiness #PitchDeckClinic #FinanceAcademy #Entrepreneurship

⭐We are excited to announce Finland’s first Angel CoFund locally also known locally as Kanssasijoitusrahast. The fund was established in December of 2023 by Innovestor in collaboration with Business Finland Venture Capital and has already made impressive strides, completing 16 #investments in startups with promising potential and syndicating with 86 #angelinvestors. Through the pooling of resources and expertise, Angel CoFund has helped foster a thriving ecosystem for #startups across diverse industries and continues to grow every day. Key Highlights: 💡 16 investments in innovative startups 🤝 Syndicated with 86 angel investors 🌍 Supporting early-stage businesses across diverse sectors Finnish Business Angels Network (FiBAN)’s CEO Tiina Laisi-Puheloinen added: “The Angel CoFund has received excellent feedback from our members, and our cooperation with Innovestor has been smooth. There has been a clear demand for this fund; we have managed to increase the average size of investment per company and accelerate the number of investments. I also see an excellent potential in attracting a larger group of female angel investors” Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dxGvh_iy #AngelInvesting #Innovation #VC #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #Investing