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"New year's resolution" in October (because why not 🤷♂️): to reflect on my learnings weekly. Let's do it! 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟏 - 𝐇𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐧 𝐒𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐡'𝐃 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 Back in June, our startup SpaceCraft won in the pitching competition from Campus Founders, and we got the tickets to Heilbronn Slush'D which took place today. I was honestly feeling a bit lazy to go all the way to Heilbronn, but Ekaterina Pestriakova said they might have free food, so off I went. So what did I learn? 1. It helps to have a clear plan in mind for an event. - I did try browsing last-minute through the event agenda in the train but didn't set any specific goals. Whilst there is nothing wrong with being opportunistic (more about it later), more purpose would surely not hurt. 2. The most interesting things happen quite randomly. - I got interesting tech ideas from Tillmann Lang and Paulin L. Wirth whilst waiting in line for a singed copy of "Connect the dots" book by Christian Busch - I got offered a warm intro to our indirect competitor by Björn Brenner whilst munching on a burger. 3. It's not easy to balance fun and productiveness. - Whilst it was really cool to meet so many familiar faces and to have an enjoyable banter and catch up on life, it also meant less room for meeting and getting to know new people. I also took notes from a few quite interesting workshops - might share those some other time. P.S. The burger was pretty good and free - definitely a worthwhile trip.

Today, Switzerland celebrates its 733rd birthday. My family and I are currently in the middle of a naturalization process; hopefully we can celebrate this day next year as our own. But for this year: Happy Birthday, Switzerland! Why I ❤️ Switzerland: 🤓 It's a powerhouse of innovation & deeptech. 🔬 Switzerland has topped the Global Innovation Index for the last 13 years in the row. Switzerland has the highest amount of filed patents per capita in the world. ETH is the best technical university in Europe, and produces the highest amount of spinoff startups of all European universities. ...yet the country doesn't rest on its laurels: Deep Tech Nation Switzerland recently launched an initiative to significantly increase VC funding to deeptech startups. I'll drink to that! 😎 You can get almost anywhere with a train. 🚅 The Swiss travel about 2,500 km / inhabitant / year with a train; only Japan tops that number globally. The Swiss trains run on time: 92.5% of trains arrived on time in 2023. That includes local traffic, too, not just the flashy, prioritized high-speed connections. 🚲 And if you don't feel like developing deeptech or sitting in a train today, you can hop on a bicycle (like 2.3 million others in Switzerland) and go swim in a crystal-clear lake or river in the middle of any city (eat dust, Seine). 🌊 I might just do that later today, after some backyard grilling (pardon me, grillieren). Zum Wohl!

Exciting times ahead in Torino! Techstars Transformative World Torino just kicked off their 2024 accelerator with a bang! This diverse cohort spans from Quantum Computing to Hospitality, showing how innovation knows no bounds. Here’s why this matters to you: 1. Diversity in Tech: This year features the highest Italian startup representation yet. From Milan to Rome, local brilliance is shining on a global stage. 2. Resilience Pays Off: Despite recent challenges, last year's cohort pulled in $38M in funding. Your hard work can withstand any storm. 3. Growing Opportunities: With new partnerships and expanded sectors, there’s more room than ever to innovate and succeed. Torino is not just a city; it’s a launchpad for tomorrow’s tech. Ready to see what you can build in this vibrant ecosystem? #TechstarsTorino #Innovation #StartUpLife #MondayFunding

🚀 Next week is going to be action-packed in Helsinki! I’m thrilled to attend Slush, one of my all-time favorite startup events! Slush is known for its intense focus on founders, investors, and making impactful connections, all aimed at driving the future and laying out the roadmap for the next big moves. What impresses me the most is that it’s one of the few places where you can hear directly from those who built companies like Deepl, Hugging Face, Twitch, or Flix—true startup all-stars with invaluable insights to share. Plus, some of the most renowned investors from both the US and Europe will be there. It’s amazing to see big fish and small fish swimming in the same pond, working together and learning from each other. I already feel the energy! But that’s not all…since I’ll already be in Helsinki, we decided to double up on the excitement by hosting the Demo Day for our EIT Urban Mobility RAPTOR Helsinki pilot project! 🚶♂️🌍 Dreamwaves is working closely with the Helsingin kaupunki – Helsingfors stad – City of Helsinki, Forum Virium Helsinki and humankind to make urban navigation more accessible, and on Monday and Tuesday, we’ll be out on the streets with our data collection app, gathering essential insights on accessibility. 📢 Are you at Slush and curious about our navigation tech? Join us for a live demo, test our app in action, and experience firsthand how we’re creating accessible urban spaces for everyone. Also, if you’re interested in contributing to our research, check out our survey https://lnkd.in/dr9Dwz6r. Let’s make the most of this incredible week – connect with us at Slush, join us on the streets, and be part of the journey toward a more accessible future! #Accessibility #InclusiveCities #EIT #Slush #Dreamwaves #SpatialAudio #UrbanMobility

🚀 The countdown to one of Europe’s most exciting tech events – Bits & Pretzels – has begun! 🚀 We’re gearing up for an incredible weekend filled with inspiration, innovation, and connections that will shape the future of tech. 🌍 Our journey kicks off on Saturday with a visit to the new Bulgarian Consulate in Munich and a meeting with our newly appointed Consul General, Mr. Stefan Ionkov. 🎉 On Sunday morning (29.09), Bulgaria takes the stage during the opening ceremony, with one of our top startups presenting their innovative solutions to the world. Make sure you don’t miss this moment – it’s going to be a proud one! Don't forget to come after at the Masterclass Stage A | Saal 2 (10:20 AM, 29.09) for the Bulgarian panel: The innovator’s dilemma: How to revolutionize your business value using the technology of todAI 🇧🇬 💡 Monday (30.09) is the big day for #BreakingGrounds and our side event, "Entering the German Tech Market: Opportunities for Southeast Europe", where we’ll be sharing the stage with partners like Creandum and Invest in Bavaria - The Business Promotion Agency of the State of Bavaria. This is your chance to dive into the opportunities waiting in the German market! 🍻 And then it’s time for Oktoberfest! I’ll be a Table Captain at the final day of Bits & Pretzels, hosted at the famous beer festival. Sign-ups for my table open on 25.09 – come join me if you want to talk about how to connect with the right people in Europe and the U.S.! 🎯 Here’s a bit about me: I’ve spent years working closely with startups, scaleups, and VC funds to help them build visibility, secure investments, and foster the right connections. As Co-Founder of Storytelling Studio and Chief Communications Officer at The Recursive, I'm working with a talented team of 20 professionals focused on helping innovative companies tell their stories on the global stage.🌟 I can’t wait to return to Munich, where my journey in tech and entrepreneurship first began at LMU Munich – Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. 🎓 It’s going to be a game-changing experience, and I’m sure we’ll leave Bits with new perspectives and powerful partnerships. 💪 #BreakingGrounds #Bits24 #TableCaptain #Oktoberfest24

#HoSTStartup A great read to learn how Feelobject, incubated at Le Village by CA Luxembourg within the House of Startups Luxembourg, is enhancing accessibility with #Virtuoz and empowering visually impaired individuals to navigate complex spaces independently.

🚀 Exciting News Alert! Barcelona Deep Tech Summit is back and bigger than ever! 🌟 Get ready to mark your calendar for the 3rd edition to be held on November 5th, 6th, and 7th, as we join forces with the Smart City Expo World Congress at the Gran Via venue of Fira Barcelona. It allows us to leverage synergies, expand our reach, and create a more integrated platform for driving innovation in both Deep Tech and urban development. It's a strategic move that enhances the value and impact of Barcelona Deep Tech Summit. This year's summit promises to be an epic gathering of cutting-edge startups and groundbreaking innovations, all under one roof. We're thrilled to introduce our new strategic partners: Aldea Ventures, IESE Business School, Barcelona Supercomputing Center, Mobile World Capital Barcelona, and Tech Barcelona. Together, we're committed to fostering startups and spin-offs emerging from universities and research centers. Barcelona Activa and five Catalan universities (Universitat de Barcelona, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Universitat Pompeu Fabra and Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) are proud to present this event, driving forward the Deep Tech ecosystem through our joint initiative, Barcelona Deep Tech Node. Plus, with the institutional support of the Generalitat de Catalunya, we're ready to make waves in the world of technology and entrepreneurship. Join us as we tackle the most pressing global challenges: from energy transition and sustainability, Industry 4.0 and mobility, digital health and space. With Barcelona already leading the charge in European Deep Tech startups, this summit is set to elevate our city's status as a global hub for innovation. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of something truly extraordinary! Stay tuned for updates and get ready to be inspired! 🔥 #deeptech #barcelonadeeptech https://bit.ly/4bR7sWC

⚡Reminder J-2 meet us at Viva Technology on 23rd afternoon - Hall 3 !! ⚡ Hileores has been selected for the 1st edition of Europe's Deeptech Meetup, the event where future champions meet European investors, that will take place on May 23rd alongside the Vivatech fair. Proposed by Bpifrance , Les Deeptech 🚀 , EuroQuity - Bpifrance this event aims to support Pre-seed, Seed and Series A investments of 50 #deeptech startups from the healthcare, digital, industrial and sustainable sectors. What is Europe's Deeptech Meetup ? : ·        An unmissable matchmaking event between the 50 best deeptech startups selected from over 200 applications and European investors, who will be able to book a 1 to 1 meeting with the project leaders. ·        The 50 startups will be coached by VCs, CVCs, family offices and business angels to deliver their best pitches at the event. ·        An opportunity to attend exclusive roundtables discussions on deeptech topics. 👉 Register now Bpifrance Evénements 🗓️ Europe's Deeptech Meetup - May 23, from 2:30pm to 7:30pm, followed by cocktails until 9pm Paris Expo, 1 Pl. de la Porte de Versailles, Hall 3, 75015 Paris Bpifrance Eurasanté Université de Lille CNRS Hauts-de-France CNRS - Centre national de la recherche scientifique CNRS Innovation IEMN #Deeptech #Innovation #EuropesDeeptechMeetup #earlystage #deeptech #investment

What a year ‼️ As we kick off 2025, we’re taking a moment to look back at what we reached together last year. We’re beyond proud of what we’ve accomplished:    ✨ Support of 28 Startup Teams    ✨ Offering 100+ Consultation Sessions  ✨ Acquireing €5.5M in Funding for our Startups  ✨ Running and co-hosting 10+ Events  ✨ Setting up one iconic first contact point - the ComSpace But this is just the beginning! As we celebrate these milestones, we’re setting our sights on even bigger goals for 2025: 🌍 Expanding Our Reach: Creating connections to international ecosystems and enabling cross-border collaborations. 🤝 Deepening Partnerships: Strengthening collaboration with our local and national partners to unlock new synergies.   📈 Empowering Tech Startups and Fostering Innovation Culture: Driving sustainable growth and creative solutions in the ComTech startup scene with expanded mentoring programs, new resources, and targeted initiatives.   🎉 The Show must go on: Participating in and hosting exciting events that fuel innovation – including a special highlight in May! Stay tuned!   📢 Amplifying Impact: Sharing success stories and best practices to motivate and support the next generation of innovators. We're excited to team up with you! #launchhub42 Technische Universität Dresden Technische Universität München Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung VDI/VDE Innovation + Technik GmbH 6G-life CeTI

📣 PRESS RELEASE 📣 The European Space Agency (ESA) Business Incubator is looking for promising Finnish startups Through the ESA BIC Finland program coordinated by Aalto Startup Center, the European Space Agency ESA supports space-related startups in their early stages. You don’t have to design satellites to get involved – for example, food supply in extreme conditions is just as important. 🛰️ Of the new companies selected in autumn 2024, NorthBase, the first private builder of satellite ground stations in the Nordic countries, will next seek international growth. 🌳 Another of the startups selected to participate is KOKO Forest from Helsinki, which is developing new processes for forest health monitoring using high-resolution satellite images. We also want to warmly welcome Oinride, SharpNav, and ColdXRay to the ESA BIC Finland program. More details about all of them are coming soon! 🔗 Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/dUzf2yd6 ESA Commercialisation Gateway Business Finland Aalto University University of Vaasa