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Exciting Milestone for Made in Italy Social! This Monday, we’ll be taking a huge step forward as we join the prestigious BigBooster Program — an European acceleration initiative that empowers groundbreaking companies like ours to thrive on an international scale. It’s not just a program; it’s an incredible opportunity to showcase the heart of our mission: bringing the excellence of Made in Italy (Made in Lombardia) to the global stage. From late-night brainstorming sessions to refining our vision, we’ve been pouring our passion into every detail leading up to this moment. What does this mean for us? It’s a chance to connect with leading innovators, industry experts, and mentors who will challenge us, inspire us, and help us grow. For our Team, it’s an opportunity to share the story of Italy’s unparalleled craftsmanship, sustainability, and creativity—values we champion every day. I'm ready to embrace this challenge with open hearts and a relentless drive to make a difference. This isn’t just about accelerating business; it’s about accelerating dreams, collaborations, and a brighter future for Made in Italy. Follow along as we embark on this exciting journey—let’s make magic happen together! #MadeInItaly #BigBoosterProgram #Innovation #Sustainability #Craftsmanship #Entrepreneurship ARNIA - SOC. COOP. SOCIALE MADE IN ITALY Première Vision The London Textile Fair TCBL Association Textile Exchange ICEA - Istituto di Certificazione Etica e Ambientale ITA - Italian Trade Agency Promos Italia CCIAA Startup Unioncamere Lombardia

🌍💡 [ DID YOU KNOW? ] ✍ 🔎 In 2023, startups in #Africa raised $3.5 billion (€3.25 billion), marking a 46% decrease compared to 2022, according to a report released by Partech fund in late January. The report also highlights similar challenges faced by startups in Latin America and Asia. 🚀 Read more ➡ https://lnkd.in/gCDBKC3s #StartupFunding #Africa #PartechReport #Entrepreneurship #BusinessDevelopment #IFA

The first half of 2024 saw a florid landscape for #startup investments in Italy. As of June 2024, 45.57 million have been invested, in 14 capital increases. In June 2023 there were 18 for 87.20 million euros, while the total collected in the first six months of the current year was 376.71 million. The snapshot shows interesting scenarios, such as virtuous examples of start-ups working in #AI environment applied to disparate fields, as well as solutions aiming at the growth of innovative female entrepreneurship to bridge the gender gap and the gap with other European countries. Investing in startups means investing in the future. In innovative ideas and in talent leading to transformation. This is why, as ESCP Business School, we are joining this transformation through Blue Factory ESCP, the innovation hub of our Business School supporting talents at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey,

Very interesting data points about the startup ecosystem in this article. France has has made serious efforts to push its startups over the recent year, when the previous UK government and the current one make serious effort to undermine the whole small business ecosystem, including startups. So is France's effort vanity or does it pay back? Well, the article points out at a record of 129 startups that have failed in the last 18 months. So at first glimpse that does not sound glorious. The reasons for the high rate of failures are the difficult environment/ lack of funding but also bad spending strategy/ recruitment. So all good material here for the advocates of let's not bother with startups they are a waste of time and money, right? Not quite so for 3 key reasons: 1) If anything this shows startups need more support, not only in financial terms but also to help them to spend their cash on what matters for their development, reinforce their vision and recruit accordingly. That is precisely what we do at Value Squared with our partners, especially on the recruitment/ talent strategy side with Sarah Shields from Thrive. So one way to look at it is that startups need more funds to get more professional support, if of course founders are open to it...but investors have a word to say there! 2) Even more revealing the article tells us that despite this record level of failures, of which not all the fault is to be imputed to founders, there has also been a strong growth of accumulated revenues from startups in France, with an increase of 18.3% in 2023. So one can only imagine what this growth would have been if startups had received the right support... 3) One should also stressed out that the money spent on the 129 startups that shut down is not "lost" for the French economy, for most it has been spent in France and during the time those companies worked people who were employed by them were paid, learned and were not unemployed... We can only hope that the current UK government will also have the curiosity to access these data points from France and make the right conclusions https://lnkd.in/eUNqFJuT Sarah Shields, Oliver Rothschild, Alex J. Seleska, Ed Harding, Twiggy Harding,Rashesh Joshi FCA CDir, Karen Melonie Gould Juliette Otterburn Hall, Amy Lewin, Rachel Boswell, Eleftherios Jerry Floros, Viney Jean-Francois Dhiri

💡 You have an innovative business idea or a startup less than 3 years old that can have a positive impact in your country? 🚀 It's time to apply and stand a chance to become Startupper of the Year by TotalEnergies! ➡️ Learn more & submit your application on https://lnkd.in/gW5mxdP2 before June 18! #StartupperChallenge #TotalEnergies #PioneeringSpirit #100years100startuppers Show Less

🚀 How to Stand Out in a Competitive Startup Ecosystem? 🚀 In the ever-competitive world of startups, especially when it comes to securing funding, how do you make your pitch stand out? Here are some of Stanislas de Villelongue's insights in video from his experience as investor and Inovexus’ Managing Partner on pitches: 🔑 The key elements he looks for when investing in a startup 🎯 The must-hear keywords during a pitch that signal potential 💡 The most original pitch he's ever come across

We're in the running for The Top 100 Swiss Startup Competition - don't forget to cast your vote before July 21st! 🗳 You can check out all of the Startups representing Canton Valais in the article attached, or to cast your vote for Cirkel follow the instructions below: 1. Head to: https://lnkd.in/eX9h-iHH 2. Click the 'VOTE NOW' button at the top of the page 3. Confirm your Linkedin details DONE!

🚀 French Startups Break Fundraising Records!   June 2024 has been a milestone month for the French startup ecosystem, achieving an all-time high in fundraising with an astonishing €1.1 billion raised. This remarkable feat was spearheaded by Mistral AI, a leader in artificial intelligence, which secured a mega-raise of €600 million   🌟 Paris Region continues to be the heart of French innovation, attracting a staggering €879 million, nearly 80% of the total funds raised this month. This impressive concentration of investment underscores the Region's magnetic appeal for entrepreneurs and investors alike   Home to numerous incubators, accelerators, and co-working spaces, Paris Region fosters a dynamic environment for startups to grow and thrive. Its world-renowned universities and research institutions contribute to a rich talent pool, particularly in the tech and innovation sectors. Coupled with funding opportunities and government initiatives, the Region offers comprehensive support to startups at every stage of their journey 📊   Read more: https://lnkd.in/dQtMs_E6   #startups #AI #investment #ParisRegion

Good to know

1. **Introduction to the "Startup Nation" Concept**: - Emmanuel Macron promoted the idea of France as a "Startup Nation" in 2017, aiming to create a modern, innovative ecosystem to rival global tech giants. - The vision included significant investment in technology and innovation to develop new national champions. 2. **Government Initiatives and Investments**: - French initiatives like "French Tech" (€200 million), "Deep Tech" (€2.5 billion), and "France 2030" (€54 billion) were launched to foster startups. - These programs aimed to produce 500 startups annually and develop 25 unicorns (startups valued at over $1 billion) by 2025. 3. **Mixed Results and Challenges**: - Despite efforts, only 13 unicorns were created by 2024, far from the target of 25. - Many startups remain unprofitable, with two-thirds operating in the red, and average losses of 16.5% of revenue in 2023. 4. **Economic and Structural Issues**: - Startups in France face high costs, strict labor laws, and a smaller market compared to the U.S. - High failure rates (75%) and an inability to achieve profitability undermine the ecosystem. 5. **Comparison with the U.S. and Other Nations**: - Unlike the U.S., which has a robust venture capital system and flexible market conditions, France struggles with rigid regulations and limited resources. - Other nations like China have also experienced a decline in startup growth due to economic slowdowns. 6. **Criticism of the Model**: - Critics argue that the French "Startup Nation" overly depends on public funds, resulting in inefficiencies and misallocation of resources. - The initiative is viewed as benefiting a privileged few while failing to generate long-term industrial or technological growth. 7. **Scandals and Public Distrust**: - The "BPI France Scandal" revealed alleged conflicts of interest involving state employees and financial gains from startup investments. - Public funds have been criticized for disproportionately enriching insiders rather than fostering broad economic benefits. 8. **Global Context**: - Rising inflation and tightening financial conditions have reduced private investment in high-risk startups globally, further impacting France’s efforts. - Investors are now prioritizing safer sectors like green technologies over high-potential but risky startups. 9. **Conclusion and Reflections**: - The "Startup Nation" is increasingly seen as an unfulfilled promise, with doubts about its viability and sustainability.