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🤔 How to make a start-up contest profitable? I spent 2 days in Brussels for a European PropTech Association startup competition. TBH, I hesitated a lot when Dirk Paelinck invited me to pitch Thermosphr.  In a start-up, your time is the only controllable metric.  It's a marathon and you must be laser focused.  Two days wasted on vanity is two days wasted on business development. 🍟 Even if the Belgian fries are excellent :/ Nevertheless, I managed to make the most of it for 3 reasons: 1️⃣ I met some very clever competitors for energy efficiency in commercial buildings.  I strongly believe having such fierce competition is an excellent thing, given the magnitude of our challenge ahead!  It was an opportunity to discuss common challenges facing our sector! Kudos Ahmet Köse Donatas Karčiauskas and Patrik Johansson 2️⃣ The wild ambition of some founders reminds me that everything is possible.  Some players skip the « small European countries » and directly target the world's major commercial property markets (North America, the Middle East and South-East Asia).  That makes me want to aim bigger and further afield. Kudos Chris Van de Voorde & Maciej (Matthew) Markowski José P. & Ramzi Bouzerda 3️⃣ Different cultures = more international mindset.  The easiest way to build a world champion is to be international from the start.  In Europe, we can see our culture differences as an opportunity. For example, mixing southern Europeans with Northern Europeans from the start could ensure you « take the most of » every cultural mindsets. cc Ana Luisa Vaz for Portugal + Dutch mariage! And you? Do you participate to startup contests? Thanks to the jury & sponsors that supported this event! cc Grigor Hadjiev Julien Daclin Martinas Eitmonas Théo Galula #climatechange #energy #startup #Europe #realestate

We took part in #RiseEurope, the European network of startup ecosystem builders, when stakeholders from across Europe met to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Europe’s start-up ecosystem! Some of the key takeaways were: 🎓 The need for stronger entrepreneurship education in European higher education. 🪢 The importance of more cohesive ties between start-ups, corporates, investors, and other key players in the ecosystem. 🦸 The need for broader investment horizons to support the growth of European tech champions. Rise Europe is committed to driving this change by incentivizing innovation, fostering connections, and building strong networks to create a more vibrant and competitive European tech landscape. Organized by #RiseEurope in cooperation with the Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the EU with Eric Beißwenger, the German Startups Association and Gründerland Bayern with Christoph Pfaff. #DTUInnovation #entrepreneurship #innovation #startups #tech

CALLING ALL FOUNDERS!!🚨 EIS in collaboration with Tenity and Beamline Accelerator is kicking of the Emerge Estonia program. The program is co-funded by the European Union within the Startup Estonia program activities. This sector-agnostic, early-stage initiative is tailored to supercharge foreign founders within Estonia’s thriving startup ecosystem. Get access to 1-1 mentoring, business development modules, capital connections, and the key contacts needed to elevate your business 💼💡. Want to be part of a thriving innovation hub where decision-makers are just a phone call away? Turn your vision into reality because applications are open now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/g2-PpZkH Program Highlights: 👉 Skill and Business Development: Gain practical entrepreneurial skills to thrive in the Estonian and EU business environments. 👉 Networking Opportunities: Connect with local investors, mentors, clients, and key decision makers. 👉 Access to Capital: Enhanced access to local investment funds and business angels. 👉 Test Bed Potential: Use Estonia's established and successful startup ecosystem as a unique test bed — small enough to be agile, yet globally recognized. 👉 Ecosystem Integration: Comprehensive 1-1 support and resources for successful integration into Estonia's startup ecosystem. More information: https://lnkd.in/gwbVGiMR Let’s work together to make Estonia a leading global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship! 🌍✨ CC: EIS, Beamline Accelerator, Startup Estonia, e-Residency, Accelerate Estonia, Work in Estonia, Mirjam Loertscher, Anett Numa, Inga Kõue, Raimo Matvere, Oliver Rätsep, Kärt Klein, Krista Meinarde, Jana Budkovskaja, Uve Poom, Kevin Chavanne, Liisa Jõerüüt #EmergeEstonia #StartupEcosystem #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Estonia

This is awesome initiative! E-resident startup founders and foreign (future) founders in Estonian can hugely benefit from this program. Real pro's in Estonian startup landscape Tenity and Beamline Accelerator are smoothly introducing secret and not so secret tricks of navigating successfully in Estonian ecosystem! Softly powered by e-Residency team as well, of course ;) So, if you are ambitious startup founder (e-resident and/or foreign founder in Estonia), check out, what's the plan and how to apply: https://lnkd.in/dmD3sfQy

Fondacija 787 (Foundation 787) is beyond proud to announce that the third Business Angel Summit will be held on 30-31 October in Sarajevo. This one of a kind, invite-only annual event will gather 150+ hand-picked the region’s and Europe’s leading angel investors, early-stage venture capitalists, entrepreneurs and other key stakeholders in the startup ecosystem. With an emphasis on a close, focused atmosphere and meaningful networking, the #BusinessAngelSummit has become a cornerstone event for shaping the region's innovation future, with past editions proving vital for regional pre-seed and seed startups by helping them secure essential investments and break new ground. 💡So, what’s on the 2024 agenda? - Pitch sessions from some of the region’s most promising early-stage startups - Insightful panel discussions and keynote lectures for participants - Pratical workshops for startups - Networking opportunities with various investors from the region, Europe, and beyond - A chance for impactful investments As the Western Balkans emerges as a startup hotspot, there’s no better place to discover untapped potential and be part of the future of entrepreneurship. 🌍 Stay tuned, #BAS24 is taking over! 𝙋.𝙎. 𝙄𝙣 𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙡 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧, 𝙬𝙚 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙨 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙢𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙚. 𝙂𝙚𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙤𝙪𝙘𝙝!

🔥🔥 Double good news for Veeton! The startup has just secured €2M in funding, and has been chosen by Challenges as one of the top 100 startups to invest in for 2024! Just like its co-founders Flore Lestrade, Christian Kotait and Tristan François, you could give your startup project a massive boost by joining the Incubateur HEC Paris. Hurry, as applications close in just 3 days… ⏰ Why join the HEC Paris Incubator? ▪ Regular staging points with Incubator teams and tutors to direct you the right resources. ▪ Sharing experience and contacts with a community of 800 entrepreneurs and 500 startups. ▪ The expert advice of our 800+ mentors who provide 600 hours per month of support on their business expertise. ▪ Privileged access to our investor network. ▪ Qualified meetings with the directors of our corporate partners. ▪ Unique visibility, exclusive events, webinars… and more! Whether you're an entrepreneur in France or from anywhere in the world, you can apply for our physical program at Station F, or the online program and benefit from all our resources and international community remotely. ✅ Secure your spot now:  https://lnkd.in/em4ttsDP. Even if you're not ready yet, it's never too early to become part of the HEC Paris entrepreneurial community! Learn more in the comments. 👇 Elsa Pouradier Duteil Antoine Lepretre Philadelphe Knellwolf Inge Kerkloh-Devif Thiago Penteado Orhiane Savarese

🚀 'Weekly funding round-up! All of the European startup funding rounds we tracked this week (Sept. 30 – Oct. 4)' 🔥 A must-read for investors and founders looking to level up! 🌱 Check it out here: www.blog.pitchndeal.com" 🔥 This article is visible for CLUB members only. If you are already a member but don’t see the content of this article, please login here. If you’re not a CLUB member yet, but you’d like to read members-only content like this one, have unrestricted access to the site and benefit from many additional perks, you […] 🚀 🔥 https://lnkd.in/ekpwQzAW 🚀 Whether You're an Investor or a Startup, Discover Game-Changing Insights! Check Out Our Blog. #Leadership #Innovation #Marketing #Technology #Entrepreneurship

🚀 The Netherlands is making waves in the startup world, ranking 13th globally among the top startup ecosystems, and even surpassing major hubs like Paris, Berlin, and Miami! 🌍 What’s more impressive? The Netherlands is also the second-best startup ecosystem in Europe, right after London! 🌟 The rankings are based on performance, funding, market reach, talent, and knowledge, showing why The Netherlands is the place to be for startups. 📊💼 With two new unicorns (Datasnipper and Mews), strong investment in deep tech, and a surge in university spinouts, our ecosystem is booming in 2024! The Netherlands is doubling down on key sectors like Health & Life Sciences, Agri-Food, and Semiconductors. 🦄💡 Key reasons to bring your startup here: 🌐 Access to global talent 🌱 Thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem 🚀 Leading innovation hub At UtrechtInc, we’re proud to be a vital part of this dynamic landscape, driving value and societal impact. 💼🌍 Check out more in The Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2024: https://buff.ly/3RpFQ2U. #StartupSuccess #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #DutchTech #GlobalEcosystem #UtrechtInc

Here we go…🚀 I'm thrilled to announce that I will be attending Slush 2024 in Helsinki, Finland, from November 19th to 21th as a startup investor again. It's always an inspiring event, and I look forward to connecting with innovative founders and entrepreneurs. For startups, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania offers several advantages as a startup location: 1️⃣**Growing Ecosystem**: The region's vibrant startup community is rapidly expanding, providing valuable networking and collaboration opportunities. 2️⃣**Supportive Infrastructure**: With strong support from local government and a range of business development programs, startups can access essential resources to scale their businesses. 3️⃣**Strategic Location**: Situated between major European markets, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern offers a strategic position for international growth. As a seed-stage investor, ESB Invest Vorpommern GmbH is committed to supporting startups with not only capital but also hands-on mentorship and a strong network to accelerate growth. Let's connect at SLUSH! 💪 #startups #entrepreneur #slush #slush2024 #venturecapital #germany

💡 Ready to Turn Validation into Real Growth?   The DESK (Deeper Entrepreneurial Startup Knowledge) EVENTS series is back this November!   This time, E-Club Statale hosts Fondazione Unimi to guide you through the critical next steps after validation, focusing on fueling your business idea and preparing for investment.🔥   Take the leap from concept to actionable growth! 🚀 The second event in the series, Fuel and Fund Your Idea, will cover key insights into moving from validation to funding readiness.     What you’ll learn: 🧰 Tools needed to boost your startup 🤝 Startupper Allies - Incubators and Accelerators 💰 How to find funding and navigate investment rounds   But that’s not all! Get ready for an exclusive session with a special guest from Unimi’s spinoff, who will share real-life insights from the trenches of the startup world. You won’t want to miss it! 🤩   Join us to gain advanced knowledge from industry experts and take your startup to the next level! 💡 🗓 November 18th | 4:30-6:30 PM 📍 Via Giovanni Celoria, Room 202, Milan 🎟 Spots are limited, so secure your place early! Registration is required.   🔗 Check the link below to sign up: https://lnkd.in/dn7yDWzb