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Our current Life Sciences Incubator cohort is done with their “homework” and is diving into their “real work.” We’re officially past the halfway mark of our current cohort's time in the Life Science Incubator, which means our founders are moving on from the initial groundwork they’ve laid for their business plans and have started working on their action items. Usually, we use the first quarter to focus on building a strong foundation with a solid strategy and business plan. This phase helps us identify areas where founders can accelerate quickly. As we transition into the second quarter, the focus shifts to personalized OKRs (objectives and key results). This allows us to tailor our support to each founder's specific needs and priorities to achieve outcomes that represent true acceleration of company development, guiding them through practical steps to support their founders. In addition, we’re holding a workshop that focuses on pitch strategy for founders who are looking to raise capital in the next 6 months led by Cindy Skalicky 🔷 of OnPoint Communications, LLC and Derek Cole of Investor Relations Advisory Solutions. Many life sciences founders tend to be overly scientific and detailed in their pitches. We help them understand that initial pitches are about capturing interest, not diving deep into science. By considering investor psychology and crafting a compelling narrative, they can secure follow-up meetings and deeper engagement. By developing their business, finance, industry, and communication expertise alongside their scientific knowledge, we provide our founders with all of the tools they’ll need for success. This is an exciting time for the Incubator as we begin to help our founders push beyond planning and into execution. Seeing carefully crafted and even revolutionary ideas come to life is exactly why we started the Life Sciences Incubator, and I’m looking forward to seeing the final products in a few months.

Check out how the State of Indiana is investing in life sciences startup like VisionTech portfolio company Amplified Sciences, Inc. led by CEO Diana Caldwell. Great video and great message on our great state! VisionTech Partners | VisionTech Angels Indiana Economic Development Corporation Elevate Ventures Purdue Innovates #IndianaAngelInvesting #MIdwestAngelInvesting #BeBold!

Don’t let the most tech-forward event in the region happen without you! The #ScalingMontanaSummit is just around the corner on October 23-24-- If you’re serious about growth, you can't afford to miss it.  Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or tech leader, the Summit offers something for everyone to tap into Montana's thriving tech ecosystem. For the data-driven decision-makers out there, here's what you can expect: ✔️12 Montana-based technology startups showcasing live product demos ✔️30+ industry leaders discussing AI, quantum technologies, healthtech, and the future of innovation on the main stage ✔️20+ workshops and masterclasses to equip you with the latest business practices, and strategies for investors and business leaders.  ✔️Exclusive screening of "Show Her the Money", a documentary about investing and leading women-led ventures ✔️Tours of the MSU Innovation Campus and the new Kiln co-working space.  ✔️A network of 35+ investors, including angel and venture capital investors ready to discover the next big innovation in the 406.  ✔️$15K in cash prizes for the winning prototypes in the First Interstate Bank StrongerMT Hackathon! 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/g3Z-u8Uf Don’t sit on the sidelines—tickets are going fast, so secure your spot!   

As always, great thoughts from Bruce Booth of Atlas Venture https://lnkd.in/dewT7jdy And it's so important to focus on early quality of team, science and initial data set (not excluding reasonable valuations and lean cap table)

🌍🚀 Our first public Impact Report is OUT! This report marks a special milestone, coinciding with the one-year anniversary of Tilia Fund II. It reflects on our journey to maximize positive outcomes for People and Planet through transparent, impactful investments. In 2023, we completed our Fund I investment period and celebrated our first exit, while Fund II has already led to five new investments (and more are under way). 👉 Download it here https://lnkd.in/e2BxsR-K 📄What's inside the report? 🔸Impact Overview: A deep dive into our impact on people and the planet, showcasing outcomes that matter. Explore standout stories from our portfolio. 🔸Trends & Opportunities: Gain insights about impact investing in Central & Eastern Europe, biodiversity as the new investment imperative or ethical aspects of generative AI. 🔸Our Impact Methodology: Discover how we measure and manage to maximise value creation. 🔸Tilia Network & Communities: Get to know the vibrant ecosystem we have built and the partnerships we are bringing into our region. Big kudos to Magdalena Radova, Andrew Gray and Kamilla Racz from the Tilia team for putting this together. Also, thank you to our investors and partners for supporting our mission to drive the transformation towards a more sustainable and just future. 👏 And the biggest applause to the changemakers in our portfolio without whom none of this impact would be possible! Jiri Skuhrovec Datlab s.r.o. Petr Baca MIWA Technologies, a.s. Philip Staehelin Adam Boxer DOT Glasses Cyril Klepek Cyrkl Michal Oblozinsky DeafCom Aleksandra Kozera BLISKO (formerly The Village Network) Jan Charvát RepairSys Bence Z. Virág Bélavári Munch Boryana Uzunova The NOLD Kristjan Lepik Lisett Luik Arbonics Shannon Falconer Ph.D. BioCraft David Brožík Prokop Čech Delta Green Jan Slama FaceUp Technology Remi Koscielny Shen.AI We hope you enjoy reading it! #impactreport #impact #startups #impactinvesting #cee

The essentials in fundraising are what Fabian Sepulveda (entrepreneur, educator and investor at Courage Ventures Funds) will be talking about at the webinar on June 11th, at 10.30 – 11.30 AM. 🔸 Are you an investor? Access new, exciting opportunities! 🔸 Are you an entrepreneur? Learn the investors’ mindset! Organized by Health Data Sweden partners EIT Digital and Compare. #lifescience #fundraising #investment #entrepreneurship

🚨 Speaker Alert! 📣 🚀 Catch up with François Tison, as he will be at the Inpho Venture Summit, one of the leading events for deep tech and disruptive innovation. 🌍💡 1️⃣ Tomorrow at 1.40pm, François will be joining a roundtable discussion on "What are you investing in today? What are you most excited about today?", sharing his insights on the current investment landscape. 2️⃣ On Friday at 10:30am, François will also be moderating a key session on "What are the most exciting energy-related technologies to meet the exploding demand?", exploring the future of energy innovation.  If you're attending the event, don't miss his insights and the opportunity to connect with him! 🚀 Thanks to Inpho Venture Summit and BLUMORPHO for the invitation! #INPHO2024 #VentureCapital #DeepTech #Innovation #360Capital #StartupEcosystem

📣 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐂 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 We are thrilled to announce a series of 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 this September, each focusing on regions and strategies that are often overlooked but brimming with potential. These online events are designed to spotlight emerging opportunities and provide a platform for venture capital funds to present themselves to investors. 📅 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐬: 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐧 + 𝐂𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 | 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 🌟 The Balkans and CEE are rapidly becoming hubs of innovation. This event will uncover the hidden gems of these regions, where entrepreneurial spirit meets vast, untapped markets. 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 | 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 🧬 The future of health is here. This event dives deep into the transformative potential of longevity-focused ventures, poised to redefine ageing and extend healthy lifespans. 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 | 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 🚀 India’s vibrant entrepreneurial landscape is driving global change. Discover how emerging ventures from this powerhouse economy are set to shape the future across various sectors. 🔹𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 Showcase your fund’s potential in front of a highly engaged audience of investors. This is your chance to make meaningful connections and present your unique strategy. 🔗 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤: https://lnkd.in/dK4i9-8v 🔹𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 Unlock the potential of these emerging opportunities by connecting with cutting-edge ventures and forward-thinking funds. 🔗 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐮𝐩 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lu.ma/fq57z8w5

🌍 Transform Your Climate-Tech Vision into Reality! 🍃 FORGE is excited to spotlight the Massachusetts Climatetech Studio, an exceptional 16-week program from FedTech in partnership with the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC). Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an experienced innovator, this program is tailored to help you tackle climate challenges and bring transformative solutions to market. What Makes the Climatetech Studio Unique? 🔎 The Climatetech Studio pairs participants with breakthrough technologies sourced from federal and university labs, creating a powerful launchpad for transformative climate ventures. You’ll work alongside world-class coaches, mentors, and experts to evaluate the potential of your technology and form viable commercialization strategies—all at no cost, with no equity required. Program Benefits: ▶ Stipend: Receive $15,000 to support your journey ▶ Funding Opportunity: Compete for $100,000 in prize funding to accelerate your venture. ▶ Technology Access: Work with cutting-edge IP from top research labs. ▶ Expert Guidance: Receive hands-on coaching to shape your business model and commercialization plan. 2025 Program Timeline: 📅 Application Deadline: February 28, 2025 📅 Interviews: March 7 - 21, 2025 📅 Bootcamp Start: April 5, 2025 📅 Program Phases: April 9 - July 30, 2025, with a showcase in August. By participating, you’ll gain direct access to a thriving ecosystem of venture capitalists, corporate investors, and climatetech pioneers—all seeking high-impact, investment-ready solutions. The program is flexible and accessible for those working full-time, with intensive in-person and virtual sessions. Applications open November 19, 2024—this is your moment to make a difference with climate solutions that matter. Learn more and start your application here: https://lnkd.in/e7aeebSk #MassachusettsClimatetechStudio #ClimateTech #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Sustainability

They say nobody in their right mind would come to Helsinki in November🤷🏼♀️ Well, except badasses - like us! And thousands of founders, investors, and changemakers who believe in the future. Helsinki has once again proven why Slush is one of the most inspiring arenas for founders and investors. This week was filled with exciting meetings, new connections, and an energy that reignited our passion for what we do at Oxidane Venture. We pitched on behalf of a strong portfolio and saw the potential of our portfolio companies validated through meaningful conversations. From visionary founders to inspiring collaborations with fellow investors, this week reaffirmed our mission. Our takeaways from this week: 💚 Leadership and Culture Matter: Great companies start with strong leadership and a winning culture. Founders who do the right things, inspire teams, and build shared values consistently drive success. 💚 Sustainability and Impact Are the Future: Purpose and profit are no longer at odds. Investments in sectors like water, energy, and tech where impact drives innovation will define tomorrow’s winners. 💚 Speed and Scalability Win: Launch fast, adapt faster. Teams that build for growth and think globally from day one stand out and stay ahead. 💚 Clarity and Focus Attract Funding: A clear, compelling story that’s easy to share accelerates the right connections. Show why you will win and make your edge undeniable. 💚 Momentum and Patience Build Value: Share progress, celebrate wins, and keep building. Venture investing is a long game, and companies focused on sustainability and scalability today will shape the future. At Oxidane Venture, we invest in Waterpioneers - founders and teams innovating at the intersection of water and technology with impact at their core. Slush reminded us of the unique role investors play in shaping the future. As we head home, we’re inspired by the people we met, the ideas we heard, and the opportunities ahead. The future of water and technology is bright, and we’re proud to be part of it. Are you ready to join us in driving meaningful change? Let’s connect. Fished Reviver AS Orca Connex #Ecotrawl Intoto SMART OCEAN Alotta Lift Ocean #Aragea 📸 South Coast Creative AS