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【Now accepting applications for the Global Pitch Competition!】Awards including a prize of 1,000,000 yen! Amount equivalent to travel expenses will be provided! The Asia Next Unicorn Award, a pitch competition for startups that have raised more than 100 million yen in total, is now open for challengers! Fukuoka City is hosting an event that will bring more than 2,000 startups, VCs, and others from around the world to Fukuoka! Last year, the event was held as "ASCENSION2023" and over 1,500 visitors from around the world attended the two-day event, where 14 startups from 7 countries and regions competed in the pitch competition. <Event Outline> ○Date: Wednesday, October 9 & Thursday, October 10, 2024 ○Venue: Daimyo Garden City, Fukuoka Growth Next, GrowthⅠ, Daimyo Conference ○Contents: Pitch Competition, Talk Sessions, Booth Exhibition, Business Matching, Networking ○Visitors: Approx. 2,000 (to be expected) ○Fukuoka City Website: https://lnkd.in/gaeGQXi7 <Asia Next Unicorn Award Application Guidelines> ○Eligibility of Application: - Startups that have raised a cumulative total of 100 million yen* (equivalent) or more; - Have a base in Fukuoka, are receiving VC investment in Fukuoka or collaborating with business companies in Fukuoka, or are aiming to do so; ○Judging Criteria: - Potential to grow as a unicorn company within 3 years; - Have a business presence or plan to do business in Asia, including Japan. ○Judges: VCs in the U.S., Asia, Europe and Japan (TBD) ○Application Form: https://lnkd.in/g7k5hpHz ○Deadline: Monday, August 19, 2024 ○Benefits of Participation: - Allowance equivalent to travel expenses to Fukuoka City - Free booth to exhibit at the event & admission pass - Assistance in business matching with VCs and corporations This is an excellent opportunity to network with Japanese & overseas VCs and corporations, so please don't miss out and apply for the competition!

🚀 Exciting News! The Belgium Impact Startup Awards Website is Live! 🌐 After our teaser post, just one month ago, and your incredible feedback, we are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Belgium Impact Startup Awards website and the opening of applications! 🥇🥈🥉 https://lnkd.in/edB4ak7r Why are we doing this? Following the success of our first Edition of Speed Scaling, we heard you loud and clear: "We want more business matches!" 🤝 This inspired us to create a platform where startups and scale-ups can connect directly with large corporations, addressing critical sustainability challenges together. Our Goals: 1️⃣ Pitching Opportunities: Providing more startups the chance to present their innovative solutions to industry leaders. 2️⃣ Relevance: Ensuring these startups align with the sustainability goals of large corporations. 3️⃣ Elevate: Fostering our Belgian startup and innovative ecosystem 🇧🇪 💪. How You Can Get Involved: 👉 Startups/Scale-ups: Apply now to showcase your solutions and drive impactful collaborations. 👉 Corporates: Join us in the Category Industry Expert Juries to discover cutting-edge innovations that can help you meet your sustainability targets. 🌟 Let's Make an Impact Together! 🌟 Visit our website https://lnkd.in/edB4ak7r to learn more and submit your application. Thank you for your continuous support and engagement. Let's build a brighter, #sustainable future together! PS: Be Indulgent, I made the website myself at night so do not hesitate to share feedback in DM. Let's scale it up! 👏 #startups #scaleups #buildingbridges

Discover global innovations with the Start.up! Germany Tour We invite you to become part of an exciting 🌎 project that can open up new horizons for your company. The Start.up! Germany Tour brings 106 startups from 37 countries directly to you. 💡 Experience innovation: For the first time, the Start.up! Germany Tour offers a digital fair where you have the opportunity to discover startups from all over the world, find out about their visions and arrange direct meetings. 💡 Benefit from partnerships: Get to know the innovative power of startups and explore opportunities for collaboration that will open up new avenues for your company. 💡 The Digital Fair will take place on Thursday, April 18. Secure your access and be there when the future of business is being shaped! The procedure is very simple: 1. Take a look at the profiles of our startups on the website https://lnkd.in/gajWstbD. You can use the hashtags and other filter options to quickly find the right companies. 2. Book a free time slot on the respective subpage of the startup. 3. The startup will then contact you and send you a link to the corresponding video tool.   We look forward to connecting you with the world's leading startups! #Innovation #startup #cooperation

On behalf of the Sri Lanka Professional Association in Japan (SLPAJ), we are excited to invite you to participate in Startup Kakehashi 2024, an event organized to support innovative Sri Lankan startups in connecting with investors and expanding their reach. About Startup Kakehashi: Kakehashi, meaning "building bridges," is our annual platform for startups to pitch their ideas to global investors, enhance networking opportunities, and gain exposure to a broader market. Now in its third year, the program has been a launching pad for many promising ventures. Why participate? ・100,000 JPY prize for the winning team ・An opportunity to connect with global investors ・A chance to join a renowned deep tech accelerator program ・Workshops to sharpen your pitch and approach to investors ・Engage with business leaders and experts from around the world We’ve designed the program to ensure that participating startups receive practical, hands-on guidance through workshops and valuable exposure through pitching events. Event Outline: ・Workshops: Two sessions focusing on preparing your pitch deck and approaching investors ・Pitching Event 1: Preliminary round to select top startups for the finals ・Finals: A panel of judges and potential investors will evaluate the finalists Key Information: Registration Deadline: October 27th, 2024 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g_RMYXve This is a great opportunity to showcase your startup and connect with key players in the global startup ecosystem. For more details please do have a look at our proposal and registration poster. We encourage you to register and look forward to your participation. #tracecommunity

🚀 Calling ALL Stockholm-based startups! 🚀   Exciting news from Sting! As one of the providers of Innovation Vouchers in the Stockholm region, we're thrilled to announce that we're releasing a new round of vouchers worth up to 100,000 SEK each!   Vinnova initiated these Innovation Vouchers, designed to power the innovative capability and competitiveness of Swedish SMEs. If you're a startup with a business idea rooted in innovation, particularly in climate, health, or society, we want to hear from you! 🫵   Are you interested in seeing if qualify for an Innovation Voucher, complete the form linked below and submit your Expression of Interest. The deadline for submissions is 31 May 2024. We'll review all submissions and aim to reply by 20 June. If your startup is shortlisted, the next step will be a digital meeting/interview with our team to learn more about your company and its needs.   But wait, there's more 🔥! If you want to learn more about Sting and discuss your company with us, consider booking a free 20-minute Open Coaching meeting with one of our business coaches. It’s a win-win opportunity to gain insights and advice from industry experts.   Don't miss out on this fab opportunity to supercharge your startup's innovation journey! Why not throw your hat in the ring and apply for an Innovation Voucher today? 💡✨   https://lnkd.in/d_ZNt3nj https://lnkd.in/dAmrvJEu   #Startup #Innovation #Stockholm #ClimateTech #HealthTech #Society #InnovationVoucher #Sting #Entrepreneurship

👋 Applications are open to Spotlight - the leading startup program and competition in Eastern Europe, organized by How To Web Conference. Spotlight is dedicated to all early-stage #startups in Eastern Europe who are eager to take their business to the next level. If you meet the following criteria, apply for the most engaging startup competition: ✅ Stage of Business You have an early-stage startup that is less than 5 years old and has less than €700k fundraised. ✅ Stage of Product You have launched the product and it gained some traction. ✅ Attending Startups To be eligible for Spotlight, you must have a Startup Ticket for How to Web Conference 2024 happening on 2-3 October in Bucharest, Romania. You can do this either before your pre-application or after. Here's what's waiting for you: 👉 Direct access to top venture capitalists and angel investors 👉 Mentoring with global experts 👉 Top-notch networking 👉 A chance to win an investment prize 🗓️ Applications are open till Sept, 1 More information here: https://buff.ly/3YBthpN CR How To Web #entrepreneurship PS I invite you for a #mentorship with me ⏩ Send me a private message, and we'll schedule an intro call where we'll discuss your needs and how I can support you

If you are a founder, a young entrepreneur or a professionals take a look to some opportunities that we’ve picked for you! ➡️ In the context of WMF - We Make Future, this year will be held the twelfth edition of the International Startup Competition, an initiative that will involve the main international players in the world of innovation and entrepreneurship. By registering, you will gain access to the event's most significant stages and the many initiatives organized for the selected startups. 📆 The call remains open until April 11th. ➡️ a2a Life Ventures, a2a's Corporate Venture Builder, has launched "Call for Ventures: Clean Tech Solutions." The goal is to find innovative #solutions in the field of #circulareconomy and #energytransition that can improve people's quality of #life. 📆 The challenge remains open until April 15th. ➡️ The SPREAD2INNO program, led by Fondazione E. Amaldi, launches the "Call for Startups" for its 6th startup event. The call is open to innovative Italian startups in the health, space, climate, and artificial intelligence sectors, which will have the chance to be among the 4 enterprises selected to fly to Bulgaria and participate in the Innovation Academy 2024. 📆 April 4th and 5th in Turin at Fondazione LINKS ➡️ Le Village by CA Milano, in collaboration with Gi Group and Crédit Agricole Italia, is organizing an event aimed at university students, recent graduates, and young professionals. The day will feature training workshops and startup desks where participants can engage in dialogue and connect with startups from the Le Village by Crédit Agricole network. 📆 Thursday, April 11th at Le Village by CA Milano All info and application links are in the first comment.

Love hearing about Canadian startups gaining interest outside of the country specially in the high growth market south of the border. Good article and inspirational for those looking to grow business outside of the great north. 🇨🇦 Us included #evolutiondata #growth #innovation #business #startup

🚀 Calling all Former Founders, Employees, and Stakeholders of Technology Startups That Operated in the Past in Estonia! 🚀 Are you passionate about sharing your startup journey and contributing to valuable research in the entrepreneurial ecosystem? Your insights could help shape the future of tech startups in Estonia! I am conducting a research study at University of Tartu focusing on the success factors behind technology startups that operated in the past in Estonia, and I need your help. Whether you were part of a startup that is currently inactive as a founder, former employee, investor, or stakeholder, your perspectives are invaluable in understanding the challenges and opportunities faced by startups in our vibrant ecosystem. Participation involves completing a brief Likert scale survey, which will take just 5 minutes of your time. Your responses will remain confidential and will be used solely for research purposes. Additionally, for those interested in sharing their experiences in more depth, there is an opportunity to participate in a semi-structured interview. However, participation in the survey is the primary focus, and your insights are highly valued regardless of your availability for an interview. Your contribution will not only contribute to academic research but also provide practical insights that can benefit the entire startup community in Estonia. If you were part of a technology startup that operated in the past in Estonia and are ready to share your insights, please comment below or send me a direct message, and I'll provide you with the survey link. Let's come together to learn, grow, and innovate! May you like and share this post to help spread the word and reach more potential participants? Together, we can gather valuable insights that benefit the entire startup community in Estonia! Thank you in advance for your participation and support! #EstoniaStartups #StartupResearch #TechEntrepreneurship #EstonianTechScene #ResearchStudy #StartupInsights #InnovationCommunity

Discover 🌍global #innovations with the Start.up! Germany Tour! We invite you to become part of an exciting international project that can open up new horizons for your company. The Start.up! Germany Tour brings 106 startups from 37 countries directly to you. ➡ Experience innovation: For the first time, the Start.up! Germany Tour offers a digital fair where you have the opportunity to discover startups from all over the world, find out about their visions and arrange direct meetings. ➡ Benefit from partnerships 🤝 : Get to know the innovative power of startups and explore opportunities for collaboration that will open up new avenues for your company. ➡ The Digital Fair will take place on Thursday, April 18. Secure your access and be there when the future of business is being shaped! The procedure is very simple: 1. Take a look at the profiles of our startups on the website https://lnkd.in/gnpATWSr. You can use the hashtags and other filter options to quickly find the right companies. 2. Book a free time slot on the respective subpage of the startup. 3. The startup will then contact you and send you a link to the corresponding video tool. We look forward to connecting you with the world's leading #startups! #startups #digitalfair #globalinnovation