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Digitalization is no longer just an option, but a necessity 📡 Traditional industries increasingly recognize this truth, and Polish startups prove it's possible to introduce successful innovations even in challenging markets 🚀 Sounds interesting? 🤔 ...so check out one of the latest MamStartup publication, we had the pleasure to support in preparing 🙌 Click here 👉 https://tiny.pl/dkb4z

🌟 Reflections on Oslo Innovation Week 🌟 What an amazing three days in Oslo! 😍 Although I was only able to attend the first half of the Innovation Week, I walked away energized from all the insights, learnings and thought-provoking discussions. A few key takeaways stood out: 💡 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺. Surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals who share your vision is key. As they say, you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with, so make sure those are the people that support you to reach new heights. 💥 𝘌𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦. It’s about taking risks, thinking big, and having the courage to pursue opportunities that don’t yet exist. Founders need to be able to imagine a bold future and then create a credible roadmap on how to get there. 🎯𝘚𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘧𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦. Securing funding isn’t just about the pitch; it’s about building strong relationships, understanding what investors are looking for, and demonstrating the right momentum. Whether it's finding the right venture capital fit or leveraging your early-stage investors for introductions, strategy and timing are everything. One of the highlights of the week was the panel discussion I had with Viktoria Hensler, Anna Munthe-Kaas and Lars Johan Bjørkevoll about building an optimal environment for impact startups in the Nordics. It reminded me that we’re all part of something bigger than ourselves, and that while it’s the collective effort that will continue to push sustainable innovation forward in Nordics and beyond, we all need to act as individuals as well. Finally, a huge shoutout to the incredible people I got to meet in all the many events. It’s clear that the future of the Nordic startup ecosystem is bright, bold, and full of opportunities. Here’s to taking more risks, dreaming bigger, and doing everything we can to build a future we can all be proud of! 🚀 #OsloInnovationWeek #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #NordicInnovation #RiskTaking #GrowthMindset

🎉 Day 1 at Slush 2024: Full Steam Ahead with Greencode Ventures! 🌟 After an energizing Day 0, our Greencode Ventures team is buzzing with anticipation for the multitude of opportunities that Day 1 at Slush 2024 brings! Here’s what’s on our agenda today: Future of Energy - our very own Dr. Terhi (TJ) Vapola is in the fireside chat at the main Slush event location together with Heikki Keskiväli and Iina Lappalainen of Fortum, Samuel Suskind of Valo Ventures comparing notes on what’s happening next in energy transition - here in Europe and across the pond. VC Collaboration and Climate Tech: Austrian & Finnish Perspectives - Catch Manuel Heckmann at Partner Pod 3 as he discusses together with Edward Feltmann from VERBUND Ventures and Henri Isohanni from Helen Ventures the Nordic and DACH companies within our respective portfolios. A must-attend for those interested in the future of green transition! Superclimate Helsinki - Our General Partners, Dr. Terhi (TJ) Vapola and Kaisa Hietala, are participating in today’s Superclimate Helsinki event. They’re ready to dive deep into discussions about advancing technologies in the climate sector. Coventures & Nokia Bell Labs Post-Slush Networking Event - Helmi Puustinen represents Greencode Ventures at this exclusive networking event, poised to connect with pioneers and visionaries in technology and innovation. The Decentralisation of Energy: Powering a Networked Revolution - Don’t miss Petra Koivuvaara at the side event hosted by Extantia and Hitachi Ventures, where she’ll explore the pivotal role of decentralised energy systems. As the day closes, we look forward to our Greencode Ventures portfolio gathering, an excellent chance for our portfolio companies to reflect, and energize for the future. 🌿 We’re thrilled to engage with founders, fellow investors, and innovators shaping our sustainable future. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the ground! 🔗 Let’s connect and collaborate towards a greener, more sustainable world. #Slush2024 #GreencodeVentures #ClimateTech #Sustainability #Innovation #Networking #venture #venturecapital #startup #greentransition #digitaltransformation #climateaction #climatetech #greentech #impact

🚀 Global Acceleration Opportunities: Startupbootcamp's Mission to Empower 100,000 Startups 🚀 Startupbootcamp, a leading global accelerator, has opened applications for 4 game-changing programs. Here's why CEE founders should pay attention: ✨ What's in it for you: -Access to Amsterdam's thriving startup ecosystem as well as the global Startupbootcamp family, -Hybrid format - run your business from CEE while going global, -Industry focus matching CEE strengths: manufacturing, cleantech, infrastructure, -World-class mentorship and networking opportunities. 🎯 Programs Open for Applications: -Production & Industry (supply chain, automation) -Energy & Climate (cleantech, carbon reduction) -Water & Infrastructure (urban solutions) -TradeSpark (supply chain innovation) ⏰ Deadlines ranging from December 2024 to March 2025 Ready to scale globally? 🔥 Apply now! 🔥 Links to the programs in a comment. #CEEstartups #Acceleration #StartupGrowth #Innovation #GlobalExpansion

Ready, set, Finland! 🚀 This week marks the beginning of our journey with the K-Startup Center Accelerator Program 2024! With Vertical as our mentor, we will be working towards breaking into the Finnish market over the next 6 months. 💫 Follow along and stay tuned for all the exciting updates! 👍 #koreanstartup #healthtech #digitalhealth #finland

As a community-driven media platform, we deeply value our readers and their perspectives. 🗣 To understand the impact The Recursive is making in the CEE region and beyond, we asked our audience to share their thoughts. Here's what Tomas Cironis from Ilavska Vuillermoz Capital & Startup Kitchen says. If you'd also like to share your feedback about The Recursive, let us know below or contact our team. 📩 #TheVoiceOfStartupsFromCEE

As a community-driven media platform, we deeply value our readers and their perspectives. 🗣 To understand the impact The Recursive is making in the CEE region and beyond, we asked our audience to share their thoughts. Here's what Tomas Cironis from Ilavska Vuillermoz Capital & Startup Kitchen says. If you'd also like to share your feedback about The Recursive, let us know below or contact our team. 📩 #TheVoiceOfStartupsFromCEE

🚀 #StartupExtreme2024 in snowy Hemsedal sure was a blast, read our main take-aways. During the investor day, hosted by Norwegian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (NVCA), we moderated #roundtable discussions on non-dilutive #funding together with Nordea. Cassandra M., who represented Innovayt together with Maria Klemp Dolmen and Rui Sousa, summarised: "Non-dilutive funding is definitely seen as an important aspect of the funding journey, but still with some scepticism. Mainly due to the information overload and the struggles with gaining a proper overview of not only existing but also relevant opportunities. Many companies are a bit overwhelmed when it comes to soft funding, having the impression that it is impossible to get. Even though it is not an easy process, it is not impossible. If you plan well in advance, setting aside time and effort, the chances to secure soft funding dramatically increases. We therefore encourage all companies to have a conversation about soft funding early on, so that they do not miss their chance. Contacting and including funding experts in these early conversations helps to set an effective funding strategy and prepare high-quality applications. From an investor’s perspective, early engagement in such conversations can also guide strategic planning and ensure that all funding avenues are explored, maximising potential growth without diluting ownership". Besides the roundtable discussions, #StartupExtreme was all about #networking. If you happened to misplace our contact information, have a look at our website or connect on LinkedIn. Thanks to Startup Extreme for a great event and thanks to Nordea for a great collaboration!

As a community-driven media platform, we deeply value our readers and their perspectives. 🗣 To understand the impact The Recursive is making in the CEE region and beyond, we asked our audience to share their thoughts. Here's what Tomas Cironis from Ilavska Vuillermoz Capital & Startup Kitchen says. If you'd also like to share your feedback about The Recursive, let us know below or contact our team. 📩 #TheVoiceOfStartupsFromCEE

As a community-driven media platform, we deeply value our readers and their perspectives. 🗣 To understand the impact The Recursive is making in the CEE region and beyond, we asked our audience to share their thoughts. Here's what Tomas Cironis from Ilavska Vuillermoz Capital & Startup Kitchen says. If you'd also like to share your feedback about The Recursive, let us know below or contact our team. 📩 #TheVoiceOfStartupsFromCEE